Guru Dakshta faculty induction prog concludes at KU

Srinagar, July 19:  To strengthen capacity-building initiatives for early-career educators, the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), University of Kashmir (KU), concluded its 92nd Guru Dakshta Faculty Induction Programme (FIP), conducted in offline mode.According to a statement issued here, the four-week programme, which commenced last month, witnessed participation from faculty members representing various higher educational institutions from within and outside Jammu & Kashmir. It was aimed at equipping newly inducted teachers with the necessary tools and perspectives for effective, learner-centric teaching in line with the evolving landscape of higher education.The programme featured a wide range of expert sessions, practical engagements, and interactive discussions on topics such as MOOCs, SWAYAM, digital literacy, AI-powered tools, and effective use of technology in teaching-learning processes.Director of Colleges, Higher Education Department, Govt. of J&K, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, who was the chief guest on the occasion, highlighted the significance of such foundational initiatives in shaping quality teaching practices.“The importance of such foundational programmes lies in their ability to nurture reflective, student-sensitive, and socially responsible educators,” he said.Earlier, in his welcome address, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Nazir, Director MMTTC KU, said the training programme reaffirms the varsity’s commitment to building a culture of excellence in teaching and mentorship. He said that the FIP, in line with NEP 2020, encourages teachers to embrace technological integration, professional ethics, institutional values, and pedagogical innovation.The participants shared their feedback and expressed satisfaction with the overall design and delivery of the programme. They were felicitated with certificates during the concluding ceremony.The event proceedings of the valedictory session were conducted by Dr. Javaid Iqbal Khan, Course Coordinator, MMTTC KU, while the formal vote of thanks was presented by Prof. Sameer Gul, Deputy Director, MMTTC KU.