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A Pathway to Personal Develoment
Dr. Samrat Bhattacharjee believes the principles of service-learning resonate with the mission and vision of Scottish Church College: creating morally upright, intellectually sound, and socially conscious persons capable of serving the community.
Going into the Community to Learn
Dr. Annette Beatrice finds that the benefits of service-learning can flow in multiple directions.
The Need for Emotional and Spiritual Well-being
Father Tomy Augustine Kumplankal, the rector of Salesian College, highlights the qualities he considers most important for higher education leaders.
Reaching the Minds of Students
Mrs. Jasmine J. of St. Christopher’s College of Education maintains a a singular focus on her goal: “How can we facilitate the learning of students?”
“Aha!” Moments in Teaching and Learning
Omur Elci, associate dean for sciences at Asian University for Women, finds that “Life today is a public health classroom.”
The Need of the Hour
Lady Doak College’s counseling unit drafted a detailed plan for online interaction with students.
Value Every Individual
Dr. Shirmila Stanley hopes faculty will bring a positive attitude as they adapt teaching and learning to meet COVID-19 restrictions.
Creating Opportunities for Exposure
Nearly 20 years after her experience as a United Board Fellow, Helen Thimmayya remains grateful for the exposure her placements provided.
Ushering Creativity into the Learning Process
Dr. Sister Pearl attended a faculty training workshop the United Board supported at the Asian University for Women in February 2019, where she heard Mercy Pushpalatha’s presentation on Bloom’s taxonomy.
An Enduring Guide for Teaching and Learning
As a chemistry professor, principal, and advocate for whole person education, Mercy Pushpalatha has relied upon Bloom’s taxonomy as a guide for teaching and learning.Now, as a program consultant for the United Board, Dr. Mercy introduces Bloom’s taxonomy at faculty development workshops for South Asian educators.
Sound Governance, Strong Foundation
Nirmala Rao, Vice Chancellor of Asian University for Women, believes that good governance is what underpins a well-run university.
Building Competencies of the Faculty
Dr. Kennedy Andrew Thomas describes a range of faculty development programs that are part of quality assurance at Christ University.
