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Dr. Reni Francis, Principal
  • Presented a Paper titled “Perception of students on Health as an indicator towards Welfare State” at the Regional Institute of Education, Ajmer from 15th – 17th November, 2022
Dr. Jaya Cherian
  • Participated in the ICSSR- WRC sponsored Research Methodology Course organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research from 13th March to 24th March, 2023.
  • Participated as Resource Person for the faculty exchange programme with Hashu Advani College of Special Education, Chembur from 15th February to 28th February, 2023.
  • Participated in an online Short Term Course on “Inclusive Education organized by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies (IUCDS) Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam, Kerala, India, ISS College of Teacher Education Ponniakurissi, Kerala, India in collaboration with IQAC Farook Training College Farook College, Kerala.
  • Participated as Resource Person for the Short Term Course on Gender Studies organised by the Women Development Cell of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare Association (SIBC) from 1st December to 8th December, 2022.
  • Participated in the webinar on Atmanirbhar Shikshak-NEP 2020 organised by Board of Studies- Education, University of Mumbai and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 7th September, 2022.
  • Participated as a Resource person for an online certificate course in Mental Health conducted in October 2022 by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur.
  • Participated as Resource Person and presented a paper ‘Enhancing Soft Skills in Student Teachers through B.Ed Internship Programme’ in the International Multi- Disciplinary Online Conference on Experiential Learning- Holistic Approach in Education organised by IQAC of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with Department of Education, The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindugal and ISS College of Teacher Education, Perinthalmanna on 29th and 30th November, 2022
Mr. Rajendra Deshmukh
  • Participated in the Webinar on Atmanirbhar Shikshak – NEP 2020 organised by Board of Studies – Education, University of Mumbai and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 7th September, 2022
  • Completed the Online Short Term Course on E – Content Development during 7th to 13th November, 2022 organized by UGC – Human Resource Development Centre, Gujrat University, Ahmedabad
  • Participated as a Resource person for an online certificate course in Mental Health conducted in October 2022 by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur
  • Participated as Resource Person and presented a paper Curriculum Comparison, Need and Reform’ in the International Multi-Disciplinary Online Conference on Experiential Learning – Holistic Approach in Education organised by IQAC of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with Department of Education, The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindugal and ISS College of Teacher Education, Perinthalmanna on 29th and 30th November, 2022
  • Participated as a Resource person for the Online Self Study Course on Gender Studies on the topic: Gender and Gender Related concepts organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in association with Soroptimist Welfare Association in enhancing Gender Sensitivity as a part of SDG 5: Gender Equality.
Ms. Achala Bhor
  • Participated in the Webinar on Atmanirbhar Shikshak – NEP 2020 organised by Board of Studies – Education, University of Mumbai and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 7th September, 2022
  • Participated as a Resource person for an online certificate course in Mental Health conducted in October 2022 by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur
  • Completed Online Short Term Course on E – Content Development” during 7th to 13th November, 2022 organized by UGC – Human Resource Development Centre, Gujrat University, Ahmedabad
  • Participated as Resource Person and presented a paper STEAM Based Learning and Experiential Learning in an Online Learning Environment in the International Multi-Disciplinary Online Conference on Experiential Learning – Holistic Approach in Education organised by IQAC of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with Department of Education, The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindugal and ISS College of Teacher Education, Perinthalmanna on 29th and 30th November, 2022
  • Participated as a Resource person for the Online Self Study Course on Gender Studies on the topic: Gender and Higher Education organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in association with Soroptimist Welfare Association in enhancing Gender Sensitivity as a part of SDG 5: Gender Equality
Ms. Diandra Pinto
  • Participated in the Webinar on Atmanirbhar Shikshak – NEP 2020 organised by Board of Studies – Education, University of Mumbai and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 7th September, 2022
  • Conducted a Session on Atma Nirbhar Yuva for grade 9 students of SIES School, Matunga in October 2022 as a part of Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur’s Nai Talim Week
  • Participated as a Resource person for an online certificate course in Mental Health conducted in October 2022 by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur
  • Participated as Resource Person and presented a paper ‘Enhancing Soft Skills in Student Teachers through B.Ed. Internship Programme’ in the International Multi-Disciplinary Online Conference on Experiential Learning – Holistic Approach in Education organised by IQAC of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with Department of Education, The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindugal and ISS College of Teacher Education, Perinthalmanna on 29th and 30th November, 2022
  • Participated as a Resource person for the Online Self Study Course on Gender Studies on the topic: Gender and Gender Related concepts organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in association with Soroptimist Welfare Association in enhancing Gender Sensitivity as a part of SDG 5: Gender Equality
Ms. Surekha Chidambaranath
  • Participated in the Webinar on Atmanirbhar Shikshak – NEP 2020 organised by Board of Studies – Education, University of Mumbai and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 7th September, 2022
  • Published a research paper in International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Technology, ISSN 2582-7359 Peer Reviewed Impact Factor 6.328
  • Conducted a Session on Atma Nirbhar Yuva for grade 9 students of SIES School, Matunga in October 2022 as a part of Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur’s Nai Talim Week
  • Participated as a Resource person for an online certificate course in Mental Health conducted in October 2022 by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur
  • Completed Online Short Term Course on Soft Skills organised by UGC-HRDC Gujarat University during 7th to 13th November, 2022
  • Participated as a Resource person for the Online Self Study Course on Gender Studies on the topic: Gender and Gender Related concepts organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in association with Soroptimist Welfare Association in enhancing Gender Sensitivity as a part of SDG 5: Gender Equality
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Convenor for Webinar on “World Population Day Rise for a Better Living” organized by Women Development Cell (WDC), University of Mumbai in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 11th July, 2021.
  • Convenor for an Online Workshop on “Filing of Income Tax Returns” conducted by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts & Commerce on 31st August, 2021.
  • Convenor for an Online Workshop on “Effective Communication Strategies in the Classroom” organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 13th October, 2021
  • Convenor for Online National Webinar on “Enabling a perfect research ecosystem with Scopus, Science Direct and Mendeley” organised by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, with ELSEVIER on 16t h -17th November, 2021
  • Resource person for FIP at Rani Durgavati Vishvadilaya for several topics
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Attended National webinar on making the research visible organised by Hashu Advani College of Special Education, Mumbai on 12th August, 2021
  • Attended one-day national webinar on an educational leap with artificial intelligence organised by IQAC St. Joseph’s College of Education Mysore on 14th July, 2021

  • Appointed as a paper setter for Department of Education HSNC University Mumbai for MA Education for June, 2021
  • Completed AICTE and IST approved refresher programme on the learner oriented teaching methods held during 19th to 25th May, 2021 organised by IPS College of Technology and Management Gwalior Madhya Pradesh
Dr. Jaya Cherian
  • Participated in a two-day International Conference organized by Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur, in association with the Council for Educational Administration and Management on 24th and 25th March, 2022
  • Participated in webinar ‘Cyber Sakhi’ organised by PCER Chembur and Soroptimist Welfare Association (SIBC) in collaboration with ‘Responsible Netism’ on 8th March, 2022.
  • Attended ‘Student Teachers Action Research Seminar’ organised by the Board of Studies in Education, University of Mumbai in collaboration with Chembur Sarvankash Shikshanshastra Mahavidyalaya & MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research on 25th April, 2022.
  • Attended webinar on World Population Day Rise for a Better Living organized by Women Development Cell (WDC), University of Mumbai in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur 11th July, 2021.
  • Attended an online Workshop on ‘Filing of Income Tax Returns’ conducted by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts & Commerce on 31st August, 2021.
  • Attended an online workshop on Effective Communication Strategies in the Classroom organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 13th October, 2021.
  • Participated in an Online National Webinar on “Enabling a perfect research ecosystem with Scopus, Science Direct and Mendeley” organised by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, with ELSEVIER on 16th – 17th November, 2021.
Mr. Rajendra B. Deshmukh
  • Attended an online Workshop on ‘Filing of Income Tax Returns’ conducted by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts & Commerce on 31st August, 2021.
  • Attended an online workshop on Effective Communication Strategies in the Classroom organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 13th October, 2021.
  • Participated in an Online National Webinar on “Enabling a perfect research ecosystem with Scopus, Science Direct and Mendeley” organised by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, with ELSEVIER on 16th – 17th November, 2021.
  • Presented a research paper titled ‘An overview of comparative primary science curriculum studies and their importance’ in the National Level Multidisciplinary E-conference organised by the Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts and Commerce.
Ms. Diandra Pinto
  • Conducted an Online Faculty Professional Development Session for degree college teachers of Rani Durgavati Vishwavidya, Jabalpur in February 2022
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Convenor for Live Webinar on “World Population Day – Take a Stand, Raise Awareness” on 11th July, 2020 organised by MES’s PCER, Chembur in collaboration with the University of Mumbai, Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension.
  • Attended Online Live Webinar organized by NAAC on 8th July, 2020 on the topic “NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Process for Affiliated / Constituent Colleges”.
  • Convenor for Online Live Webinar on “Different Approaches in Management Research” on 4th June, 2020 organised by University of Mumbai (Thane Sub Campus) in association with Vivekanand Education Society, Institute of Management Studies & Research and MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur.
  • Convenor for National Level Live Webinar on “Nep-2020 Vision for a Prospective Nation” organised by MES’S Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Centre of Education, Indian Institute of Teacher Edcuation, Gandhinagar, Gujarat on 8th September, 2020.
  • Convenor for Workshop on “VENTEL (Vocational Education Nai Talim Experiential Learning)” organised by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Dept. of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India and University of Mumbai – BOS in Education in association with MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research on 27th September, 2020.
  • Convenor for Online Webinar on “Digital Stree Shakti”, Webinar on “Online Safety of Girls” organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Maharashtra State Commission for Women and Responsible Netism along with Soroptimist Welfare Association (SIBC) on 10th October, 2020
  • Convenor for Online Research Colloquium on “Trends in Education” organised by University of Mumbai Thane Sub Campus and Doctor Pandita Ramabai Girls Hostel in collaboration with Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 25th November, 2020.
  • Convenor for Online One Day International Conference on “Innovative and Sustainable Education Practices in Higher Education” organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with the International Science Community on 3rd December, 2020.
  • Convenor for Online Seminar on Student Teacher’s Action Research organized by the University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur organised on 5th April, 2021.

Coursera Courses completed by Dr. Reni Francis from May, 2020 – August 2020

  • Firm Level Economics: Consumer and Producer Behaviour – University of Illinois
  • Science of Exercise – University of Colorado Boulder
  • Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom – University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Google Docs – Coursera Project Network
  • Intelligence Tools for the Digital Age – IE Business School
  • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age – University of Toronto
  • Fundamentals of Management – University of California, Irvine
  • Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking and action – University of California, Irvine
  • The Art of Negotiation – University of California, Irvine
  • Organizational Behaviour: How to manage people – IESE Business School
  • Communication in the 21st century Workplace – University of California, Irvine
  • Effective Problem solving and Decision Making – University of California, Irvine
  • Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups – University of Colorado Boulder
  • Initiating and Planning Projects – University of California, Irvine
  • Managing Project Risks and Changes – University of California, Irvine
  • Mindshift: Break through obstacles to learning and Discover your Hidden Potential – McMaster University
  • Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life: Living for what matters Most – University of Michigan
  • Successful Presentation – University of Colorado Boulder
  • Agile meets Design thinking – University of Virginia
  • High Impact Business Writing – University of California, Irvine
  • Personality Types at Work – University of Florida
  • Managing Talent – University of Michigan
  • Leading Teams – University of Michigan
  • Converting Challenges into Opportunities – University of California, San Diego
  • Leadership and Emotional Intelligence – Indian School of Business
  • Moralities of Everyday Life – Yale University
  • Managing the Company of the Future – University of London
  • Outbreaks and Epidemics – Johns Hopkins University
  • Design-Led strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship – University of Sydney
  • Work smarter, not Harder: Time Management for Personal and Professional Productivity – University of California, Irvine
  • Problem- Solving skills for University Success – The University of Sydney
  • Introduction to Psychology – Yale University
  • Teaching character and creating positive classrooms – Relay Graduate School of Education
  • Creative Problem solving – University of Minnesota
  • Inspiring and Motivating Individuals – University f Michigan
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Participated in the National Workshop on highlights and Implementation of National Education Policy 2020 organised by Bangalore University Bengaluru on 24th and 28 August, 2020
  • Attended National level Online Workshop on Online AAssessment tools organised by Tumkur University Teacher Educator’s Association and Council for Teacher Education Foundation Karnataka chapter on 27th September, 2020
  • Attended two days’ National Webinar on National Education Policy in NEP-2020 a way forward organised by Rajiv Gandhi University Arunachal Pradesh on 20th & 21st August, 2020
  • Attended National Webinar on Challenges and Opportunities of Higher Education in present scenario organised by Sandipani Academy, Chhattisgarh on 29th August, 2020
  • Participated in the National Webinar on a critical analysis of teacher education programme as envisaged in the in NEP 2020 organised by Rajaji Nagar College of Education, Bangalore on 12th September, 2020
  • Attended Webinar on understanding learning disabilities in the classroom organised by my trusted tutor.com on 3rd October, 2020
Dr. Sunita Jain
  • Attended Short Term Course on Inclusive Learning Environment from 10th to 18th June, 2020 organised by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies – Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala in collaboration with MES’s PCER, Chembur
  • Attended Short Term Course on ‘Connecting Classroom through Online Learning’ organised by SLN Global Network in association with MES’s PCER, Chembur from 1st to 8th July, 2020.
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ organised by PCER, Panvel on 24th July, 2020
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘World Population Day – Take a Stand’, Raise Awareness’ on 11th July, 2020 organised by MES’s PCER, Chembur in collaboration with the University of Mumbai, Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension.
Dr. Jaya Cherian
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘World Population Day – Take a Stand’, Raise Awareness’ on 11th July, 2020 organised by MES’s PCER, Chembur in collaboration with the University of Mumbai, Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension.
  • Attended online Live Webinar organized by NAAC on 8th July, 2020 on the topic ‘NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Process for Affiliated / Constituent Colleges.’
  • Attended online live Webinar ‘Different Approaches in Management Research’ on 4th June, 2020 organised by University of Mumbai (Thane Sub Campus) in association with Vivekanand Education Society, Institute of Management Studies & Research and MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur.
  • Participated in National Level Live Webinar on Nep-2020 Vision for a Prospective Nation organised by MES’S Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Centre of Education, Indian Institute of Teacher Edcuation, Gandhinagar, Gujarat on 8th September, 2020.
  • Attended workshop on VENTEL (Vocational Education Nai Talim Experiential Learning) organised by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Dept of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Govt of India and University of Mumbai – BOS in Education in association with MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research on 27th September, 2020.
  • Attended online webinar on ‘Digital Stree Shakti-Webinar on Online Safety of Girls’ organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Maharashtra State Commission for Women and Responsible Netism along with Soroptimist Welfare Association (SIBC) on 10th October, 2020.
  • Attended online Research Colloquium on Trends in Education organised by University of Mumbai Thane Sub Campus and Doctor Pandita Ramabai Girls Hostel in collaboration with Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 25th November, 2020.
  • Participated in an online One Day International Conference on Innovative and Sustainable Education Practices in Higher Education organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research in collaboration with the International Science Community on 3rd December, 2020.
  • Attended an online seminar on Student Teacher’s Action Research organized by the University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur organised on 5th April, 2021.
Mr. Rajendra B. Deshmukh
  • Attended Online Short Term Course on Connecting Classroom through Online learning from 1st – 7th July, 2020 organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with SLN Global Network.
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ organised by PCER, Panvel on 24th July, 2020.
  • Attended Short Term Course on Inclusive Learning Environment from 10th to 18th June, 2020 organised by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies – Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala in collaboration with MES’s PCER, Chembur.
  • Attended an online Workshop on ‘Filing of Income Tax Returns’ conducted by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts & Commerce on 31st August, 2021.
  • Attended an online workshop on Effective Communication Strategies in the Classroom organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 13th October, 2021.
  • Participated in an Online National Webinar on “Enabling a perfect research ecosystem with Scopus, Science Direct and Mendeley” organised by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, with ELSEVIER on 16th – 17th November, 2021.
  • Presented the paper – ‘Cross-national comparison of the learning outcomes in primary science’ in online Research Colloquium on Trends in Education organised by University of Mumbai Thane Sub Campus and Doctor Pandita Ramabai Girls Hostel in collaboration with Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai College of Education and Research Chembur on 25th November, 2020.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Convenor for Five day Faculty Development Programme sponsored by MGNCRE from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
  • Convenor for National Level Seminar on Ki and Ka – Gender Equality on 18th January, 2020
  • Convenor for Digital Literacy Workshop sponsored by MSCW on 20th January, 2020
  • Convenor for One day Training Programme sponsored by NHRC on 20th February, 2020.
  • Convenor for Online Webinar on Effective Leadership Skills and Reviving Educational Practices from 27th to 29th April, 2020
  • Resource person for FDP on Online Teaching and Learning from 22nd to 29th May, 2020 for Ponda Education Society
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Effective Leadership’ on 27th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Leadership in the present context’ on 28th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Ethics and Strategy in Leadership’ on 29th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Enrich Behavioral Management Strategies’ on 27th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Innovative Classroom Management Techniques’ on 28th April, 2020
  • Attended organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Create Interactive Educational Resources’ on 29th April, 2020
  • Attended National Level Online Workshop on ‘Digital Teaching for Smart Learning’ by IQAC, TITUS II Teachers College, Tiruvalla, Kerala organized a in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Mumbai from 27th April to 2nd May, 2020.
  • Attended Webinar on “Reshaping Education in the New World – Pandemic Effect” organised by PCER, Chembur in association with MIT-ADT University School of Education & Research, Pune on 1st May, 2020.
  • Attended Faculty Development Programme on Online Teaching and Learning organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur and Ponda Education Society’s College of Education, Goa from 22nd – 29th May, 2020.
  • Attended Faculty Development Programme on Comprehensive Study of NAAC Criterion in RAF organised by Rubrics Softcon Private Limited, Pune from 4th – 8th May, 2020.
  • Attended a webinar on Stress Management during and post Covid-19 organised by Wholisticcare on 9th April, 2020.
  • Attended a Webinar on Covid-19 – Psycho-Social Issues, Challenges and Interventions organised by Indian Institute of Teacher Education, Gujarat on 23rd and 24th April, 2020.
  • Attended a Webinar on Impact of Lockdown on Economy organised by St. Xaviers College for Women, Aluva, Kerala on 5th May, 2020.
  • Attended Webinar on NAAC Revised RAF 2020 organised by Rubrics Softcon Private Limited, Pune on 30th April, 2020.
  • Completed 33 courses on COURSERA an online platform offering courses from International Universities.
  • Convenor: National Seminar ‘Ki and Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development, on 18th January, 2020.
  • Convenor for Value Added Course on Digital Literacy sponsored by Maharashtra State Commission for Women (MSCW)
  • Convenor for Value added course on Introduction to Disability and Inclusion on 30th January, 2020.
  • Convenor for Twitter Meet Up with SLN Global Network on 3rd January, 2020.
  • Co-ordinated and attended five day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th August 2019 to 23rd August 2019.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Participated in a five day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
  • Participated and Presented paper titled A Study of Life Skills of secondary school students from different boards of education of Greater Mumbai and development of an Adolescent Empowerment Program on 27th September, 2019 at the Research forum at Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Campus, Panvel.
  • Participated in the Consultation Meeting for the Post graduate Certificate programme for Teacher Educators organised by Centre for Education, Innovation and Action Research, TISS in collaboration with PCER, Chembur on 27th September, 2019.
Dr. Sunita Jain
  • Attended Short Term Course on Inclusive Learning Environment from 10th to 18th June, 2020 organised by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies – Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala in collaboration with MES’s PCER, Chembur
  • Attended Short Term Course on ‘Connecting Classroom through Online Learning’ organised by SLN Global Network in association with MES’s PCER, Chembur from 1st – 8th July, 2020.
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ organised by PCER, Panvel on 24th July, 2020.
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘World Population Day – Take a Stand’, Raise Awareness’ on 11th July, 2020 organised by MES’s PCER, Chembur in collaboration with the University of Mumbai, Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension.
  • Completed 3 courses on COURSERA an online platform offering courses from International Universities.
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Effective Leadership’ on 27th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Leadership in the present context’ on 28th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Ethics and Strategy in Leadership’ on 29th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Enrich Behavioral Management Strategies’ on 27th April, 2020
  • Attended Webinar organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Innovative Classroom Management Techniques’ on 28th April, 2020
  • Attended organised by PCER, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, on the topic ‘Reviving Educational Practices Post Covid-19 Pandemic – Create Interactive Educational Resources’ on 29th April, 2020
  • Attended National Level Online Workshop on ‘Digital Teaching for Smart Learning’ by IQAC, TITUS II Teachers College, Tiruvalla, Kerala organized a in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Mumbai from 27th April to 2nd May, 2020.
  • Attended Webinar on “Reshaping Education in the New World – Pandemic Effect” organised by PCER, Chembur in association with MIT-ADT University School of Education & Research, Pune on 1st May, 2020
  • Attended Faculty Development Programme on Online Teaching and Learning organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur and Ponda Education Society’s College of Education, Goa from 22nd – 29th May, 2020
  • Attended One Day National Seminar on ‘Ki & Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development’ on 18th January, 2020 organised Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce and SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Sion (W)
  • Participated in the Value Added Course conducted on Digital Literacy on 20th January, 2020 at MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur
  • Participated in a Five Day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
  • Attended One Day State Level Workshop for teacher educators on Gandhiji’s Nai Talim – experientaial learning organised by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India in collaboration with H.B.BEd. College, Vashi on 17th July, 2019.
  • Attended One Day Seminar on ‘New Dimensions of NAAC Accreditation: Revisiting the SSR and AQAR in the revised Accreditation Framework on 8th August, 2019 organised by VES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai.
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Coordinator for National Seminar ‘Ki and Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development, on 18th January, 2020.
  • Attended One Day National Seminar on ‘Ki & Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development’ on 18th January, 2020 organised Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce and SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Sion (W)
  • Participated in the Value Added Course conducted on Digital Literacy on 20th January, 2020 at MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur
  • Participated in a Five Day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
  • Participated in a Five Day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidhyalaya Wardha, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub-Campus from 10th to 15th February 2020.
  • Participated in Annual Extension Activities related to values of National Integration, secularism, Democracy, Socialism, Humanism, peace Scientific norms’ organized by Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension during the academic year 2019-20.
  • Attended and Presented paper on ‘Meta-Cognition in Teaching skills-A better approach to Teacher-Training Program’ at The Commonwealth of Learning (COL, Canada) from 9-12 September 2019 @ BT Murray Field Stadium Edinburgh, Scotland
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Attended Online Webinar Series on ‘Effective Leadership Skills Post-Covid 19 Pandemic’ from 27th – 29th April, 2020 organised by MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with University of Mumbai, Thane Sub-Campus.
  • Participated in a National Level Online Workshop on ‘Digital Teaching for Smart Learning’ conducted from 27th April to 2nd May, 2020 by the IQAC, Titus II Teachers College, Kerala in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Participated in Live Webinar on ‘Reshaping Education in the New World – Pandemic Effect’ conducted on 1st May, 2020 by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with MIT-ADT University School of Education & Research.
  • Attended an Online Faculty Development Program on ‘Online Teaching and Learning’ organised for Ponda Education Society’s College of Education, Farmagudi, Ponda from 22nd to 29th May, 2020 by Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Attended One Day National Seminar on ‘Ki & Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development’ on 18th January, 2020 organised Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce and SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Sion (W)
  • Participated in the Value Added Course conducted on Digital Literacy on 20th January, 2020 at MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur
  • Participated in a Five Day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
Mr. Rajendra B. Deshmukh
  • Published the paper entitled – ‘Learning Quotient imperative towards holistic development’ in the International Journal of IT & Knowledge Management (ISSN: 0973-4414) Volume 12, Issue 2 pp. 174-180 Jan – June 2019.
  • Presented the paper entitled-‘Career Selection motivations for women police officers and activities for inspiring girl students in the schools’in One Day National Seminar on ‘Ki & Ka – Gender Equality and Sustainable Development’ on 18th January, 2020 organised Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur in collaboration with SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce and SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Sion (W).
  • Participated in a Five Day Faculty Development Programme organized by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research Nai Talim, Experiential Learning and Work Education in School and Teacher Education Curriculum from 19th to 23rd August, 2019.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Presented a paper at the National Conference titled ‘Women Empowerment – Social perspective’ at the Guru Nanak College of Arts Science and Commerce, Sion.
  • Presented a paper at the National Conference organised by the Department of Education in association with the MSCW (Maharashtra State Commission of Women) on 1st October, 2018.
  • Presented a paper at the TERSD Conference, Nepal organised by Kathmandu University with UNESCO and East Agila University, UK from 6th – 9th October, 2018.
  • Presented a paper at UNESCO-APEID conference on 7th – 9th November, 2018 on the paper titled System Leadership.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Attended and presented paper titled ‘Cyber Bullying – The digi age crime – Inspecting the legal angle’ at the National level Seminar on Influence of Social Media on Youth on 26th November 2018 by R.R. Educational Trust, Mumbai.
  • Attended Workshop on Constructivistic Lesson Planning organized by the Department of Special Education, SNDT on 25th July, 2018.
  • Attended workshop on Dyslexia and English Language Teaching conducted by King’s College, London in collaboration with TISS under the UGC – UKEIRI thematic partnership grant on 4th September, 2018 at Mumbai.
  • Participated in a One day ‘Workshop on Story telling’ organised by StoryGoldz International on 9th March, 2019
Dr. Sunita Jain

Presented a paper at the One Day National Seminar on ‘ Influence of Social Media on Youth’ at RR Educational Trust’s College of Education & Research, sponsored by: Maharashtra State Commission for women, paper titled “ A study Correlation of Social Media Addictiom nd Self Esteem among Secondary School Students’ on 26th November, 2018

Dr. Mary George Varghese

Attended and Presented paper on ‘Self-Regulation and Well-being among Teachers’- A Meta-Cognitive Training Approach at the International Conference on ‘Professional Development of Instructors in Higher Education and Training Institutions’ organized by CABCIN, Parul University, Vadodara on 12 & 13th December 2018.

Attended NAAC Sponsored Symposium on ‘Measures for Quality enrichment and Sustenance in Higher Education Institutions’ conducted by IQAC, University of Mumbai on 18th January 2019.

Attended and conducted round table session on ‘Meta-Studio’- A Coherent Meta-Cognitive Approach in Skill Improvement Programme for Student-Teachers’ at Zayed’s Legacy: Shaping the Future with Innovative Quality Teaching in 2nd Annual conference on March 27 – 28, 2019 at Zayed University, Dubai Campus.

Dr. Swasti Dhar
  • Attended and Presented a paper titled ‘NOURISH – Using Assembly as a Platform’ at the One-Day Symposium on ‘Institutional Best Practice’ conducted by The Intellectual Capacity Building Network Centre (ICBN) of The Alumni Association of PCER-C in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur on 14th February, 2019.
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘A study of Change Readiness of Teacher Educators with respect to Resourcefulness and Adaptability’ at the National Conference on ‘Equality & Inclusion’ organized by Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai on 8th September, 2018.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Participated and presented paper at International Seminar in Promoting Quality Research in Education organized by PCER and St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 12th October, 2017.
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Attended Symposium on ‘Best Practicesin Degree Colleges for Quality Enhancement’ organized by Pillai College of Arts, Commerce & Science, New Panvel, on 26th March (Monday), 2018.
  • Participated and presented paper titled ‘Meta-Studio’ – A Coherent CAPsy–D3omain Approach to Transform Learner to Meta-learner – An Empirical Study’ at the General Education Conference, University of Abu Dhabi, 27th – 28th October, 2017.
  • Participated and presented paper titled ‘Metacognition – A Theoretical overview’ at the International conference on ‘Research Contribution in the New Era of ‘Arts, Science, Engineering, Management and Pharmacy on 6th and 7th August, 2017 organized by The International Institute of Advanced Research, Hyderabad.
  • Participated and presented paper titled ‘Meta – Analysis as an Emerging Research Tool in Social Sciences- A Study’ at 4 International Virtual Congress (IVC-2017) on 5th – 10th August, 2017 organized by the International Science Community Association (Registered under Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India).
  • Participated and presented paper titled ‘The Meta-Studio’ – A Meta-Modelling Approach to Develop Metacognition’ at the International conference on ‘Promoting Research for Quality Education’ on 12th October jointly organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education and MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Presented a paper titled T3 Approach – A Symbiotic Relation in Pedagogy at the National level ICSSR sponsored Seminar on 14th and 15th December, 2017.
  • Presented at the International Conference organised by Early Childhood Association, on the topic of Blooming with Multiple Intelligence, on 2nd September, 2017.
  • Participated in a National Level Seminar organised by School Leaders Network on the theme ‘Social Media a Catalyst to Learning – School Leadership Meet-up, on 23rd August, 2017.
Ms. Sandhya Sarwade
  • Attended and Presented research paper on “A Study of Teacher Engagement among Secondary School Teachers of Mumbai” at International Seminar on “Promoting Research for Quality Education” on 12th October, 2017 held at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai.
Dr. Sunita Jain
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘Perceived influence of Flipped Learning on Students Motivation and Engagement’ at International Seminar on ‘Promoting Research for Quality Education’ on 12th October, 2017 held at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai.
Dr. Swasti Dhar
  • Attended and Presented research paper on “The school Curriculum and Sustainable Development – Are schools equipping their students towards it” at the International Seminar on ‘Promoting Research for Quality Education’ on 12th October, 2017 held at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai.
Ms. Vinita Desai
  • Attended and Presented research paper on “Revisiting Teaching Learning in Classrooms: Pathways to Developing Reflective Thinking” at the International Seminar on ‘Promoting Research for Quality Education’ on 12th October, 2017 held at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai.
Dr. Sneha Raikar
  • Attended a one day Training Programme on “Human Rights for Humaneness” on 25th November, 2017 sponsored by National Human Rights Commission.
  • Participated in the Workshop entitled ‘Creating A Mindset Towards Inclusive Classrooms’ at Sree Narayan Guru College of Education, Chembur on 28th February, 2017.
  • Attended Conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended the S.Y.B.Ed. Orientation of EPC-3 Critical Understanding of ICT organised by the Manjra College of Education and Research, Mumbai.
Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended and presented paper on Outcome Based Education: A Futuristic Approach at the 18th International Conference of Association of Indian College Principals at Sri Krishna Arts and Science College, Coimbatore on 4th to 6th February, 2017.
  • VC nominee for the selection committee of Sree Narayan Guru College of Education at Sree Narayan Guru College of Education, Chembur on 1st February, 2017.
  • External referee for Ph.D. in Education for Savitribai Phule, Pune University at Savitribai Phule, Pune University, Pune on 19th November, 2016.
    Member of Board of Studies of Texila American University and MIT, Pune.
  • Attended a Two Day Training Session on Disaster Management conducted by MCGM in collaboration with Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur at Pillais’ College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Attended Progamme on National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi, sponsored Training Progamme on ‘Human Rights’ at Mahatma Education Society’s Pillais’ College of Education and Research, Chembur on 23rd July, 2016.
  • Was a Judge for the International Conference at Texilla American University in 18th Nov, 2016.
  • Attended Seminar and was invited as an Expert for panel discussion at the seminar “Innovative Techniques in Educational Evaluation” at Aadarsh Comprehensive College of Education & Research College, Pune.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Attended NHRC sponsored Workshop on Human Rights for All on 23rd July, 2016 at PCER, Chembur.
  • Attended Worshop on Disaster Management organized by PCER and Disaster Management Unit of MCGM.
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Attended and Presented research paper on e- Learning Architecture for Developing Thinking and Metacognitive Skills among the Adult Learners at 3rd. International Conference on Education 2017 (ICEDU 2017) – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Participated in the Syllabus Review Meeting for Childhood & Growing Up, Learning and Teaching, Guidance and Counselling and Understanding Self organized by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education on 6th May 2017.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on The Innovative Instructional Practices (IIP) at the Secondary Education Levels -A Meta Analytical Study at the International Conference on Education, Humanities, and Management (ICEHM-17) March 13-15 Dubai UAE.
  • Attended Conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended workshop on ‘Creating A Mind-set Towards Inclusive Classrooms’ at Sree Narayan Guru College of Education, Chembur on 28th February, 2017.
  • Participated in ‘Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on ICT Integration in Higher Education’ from Oct17- Dec4 2016, organized by Department of Educational Technology, SNDT Women’s University Mumbai.
  • Attended the S.Y.B. Ed Orientation of course VIII Creating Inclusive Classroom organised by the Sri Narayan Guru College of Education, Mumbai.
  • Appointed as Vice Chancellor Nominee, as subject expert for the Selection Committee at Guru Nanak College of Education and research, Bhandup.
  • Appointed for Confidential Assignment by the Civil Service Preliminary examination by the Public Service Commission 2017.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Presented paper titled “Redesigning Classrooms through Multiple Intelligences” at the International Journal of Arts and Sciences, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts on 22nd May, 2017.
  • Presented paper titled “Redesigning Teacher Education – From Mirage to Reality” at Christ University, Bangalore on the theme “Strategic Innovations in Higher Education”.
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘Preparing student teachers for 21st century learners at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar (East), Mumbai in two day National Seminar on’ ‘New Challenges and New Pedagogies for 21st Century Education’ (sponsored by Global Foundation) on Feb 17-18.2017.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘ Equality and Growth , a CHANGE Perspective ‘ at Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce UGC Sponsored Multidisciplinary International Seminar On “Social Inequalities and Economic Development” on February 11th, 2017
  • Was invited as a Keynote Speaker at the 19th International Conference on Innovative Educational Systems organised by World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology. The talk focused on ‘Innovative Pedagogy and Educational Technology for the 21st century’.
  • Attended the S.Y.B. Ed Orientation of Practicum organised by the Department of Education, Mumbai University, Kalina.
  • Attended the S.Y.B. Ed Orientation of EPC- 4 Understanding the Self organised by the Kapila Khandewala College of Education , Mumbai.
  • Attended a two day training session on Disaster Management conducted by MCGM in collaboration with Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Dr. Sunita Jain
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Was invited as a resource person to take a session on ‘Transactional Analysis’ for the teachers of ‘Gyan Shala’ at NGO-Terapanth Mahila Mandal,at Terapanth Sabha Bhavan, Ghatkopar (West). Mumbai on occasion of Women’s day on 8th March, 2017.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘Employing strategies to maximise Students’ Engagement’ at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar (East), Mumbai in two day National Seminar on’ ‘New Challenges and New Pedagogies for 21st Century Education’ (sponsored by Global Foundation) on Feb 17-18.2017.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘Role of Family in Gender Socialization’ at Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce, UGC Sponsored Multidisciplinary International Seminar on “Social Inequalities and Economic Development” on February 11th, 2017
Ms. Swasti Dhar
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Presented a paper titled Whose Onus is it to teach Language?’ at the One-day National Level Seminar on ‘Language across Curriculum – A Break away from Conventional Teaching’ organised by Pushpanjali College of Education, Vasai on the 11th February, 2017.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Two Year B. Ed. Syllabus (2015 onwards) for ‘Course IX – Section II – Language across Curriculum’ conducted by Dr. Mariamma Joseph at H.J. College of Education on 24th July, 2016.
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Presented conceptual paper on ‘Equality and Growth, a CHANGE Perspective‘ at Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce UGC Sponsored Multidisciplinary International Seminar On “Social Inequalities and Economic Development” on February 11th, 2017.
  • Attended and Presented research paper on ‘Preparing student teachers for 21st century learners at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar (East), Mumbai in two day National Seminar on’ ‘New Challenges and New Pedagogies for 21st Century Education’ (sponsored by Global Foundation) on Feb 17-18.2017.
  • Attended the S.Y.B. Ed Orientation for Course 9-Section 1- Gender, School and Society organised by K.J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research on 24th June, 2016.
Ms. Vinita Desai
  • Attended conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended the S.Y.B.Ed Orientation in Educational Management organised by Gokhlae College of Education, Lower Parel, Mumbai on 24th June, 2016.
Dr. Sneha Raikar
  • Participated in the Workshop entitled ‘Creating A Mindset Towards Inclusive Classrooms’ at Sree Narayan Guru College of Education, Chembur on 28th February, 2017.
  • Attended Conference on ‘Developing Effective and Passionate teachers’ at Higher Education Forum on 18th March, 2017 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
  • Attended the S.Y.B.Ed. Orientation of EPC-3 Critical Understanding of ICT organised by the Manjra College of Education and Research, Mumbai.
Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal
  • Was appointed as V.C. nominee subject Expert in the panel of selection committee for appointment of the post of Assistant Professor at R.B.T. College of Education, Dombivali on 21st January, 2016.
  • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32 (5) (a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 18th January, 2016.
  • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32(5)(a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 1st January, 2016.
  • Convener of the Expert Committee as per norms of the National Council for Teachers Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulation, 2014 at Sadhana Education Society’s Sadhana College of Education (B.Ed.), Khanivali on 22nd September, 2015.
  • Convener Member of the Expert Committee as per norms of the National Council for Teachers Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulation, 2014 at Manjra Charitable Trust’s College of Education and Research, Airoli on 15th September, 2015.
  • Convener of the Expert Committee as per norms of the National Council for Teachers Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulation, 2014 at Thakur Educational Trust’s Thakur Shyamnarayan College of Education and Research, Kandivali on 15th September, 2015.
  • Member of the Expert Committee as per norms of the National Council for Teachers Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulation, 2014 at SOPAN Society of Parents of Children with Autistic Disorders, Jogeshwari on 8th July, 2015.
  • Attended Workshop on ‘ICSSR Sponsored 6 Days Workshop on Methodology in Social Sciences’ at Pillai College of Education & Research and Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts & Science on 8th – 14th August, 2015.
  • Attended NAAC sponsored National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organized by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Organised Workshop on Emotional Intelligence, resource person Ms. Shamim Modi on 14th October, 2015.
  • Co-ordinator for the NAAC sponsored Conference Innovative practices: Pathways for Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Attended Syllabus Orientation Programme for Revised B.Ed. for Assessment for Learning.
  • Attended the NAAC sponsored Innovative Practices: 2015-16 Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education organised in collaboration with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
  • Presented paper on ‘Gender differences in Achievement motivation and Academic Self Concept of SSC board students’ at an International conference on Women Studies organized by Amlani College of Economics and Commerce, Mumbai.
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Attended Syllabus orientation for Guidance & Counselling at Guru Nanak College of Education & Research Bhandup on 23rd June 2016.
  • Attended Syllabus orientation for creating an Inclusive School at Narayan Guru College of Education & Research Chembur on 24th June 2016.
  • Attended the World Innovation Summit for Education Doha 3rd – 5th November, 2015 and organized Meet-Ups on ‘Teacher Education – Quality Concerns’. On 4th November at Majlis QNCC, Qatar.
  • Attended 103rd Indian Science Congress held at University of Mysore on 3rd – 7th January, 2016 and presented a paper titled Brain- based Learning’ – An Effective Instructional Practice for all Learners.
  • Presented a paper on Human Resource Management in Education for Academic Excellence – A Best Practice Model at One Day National Conference on “Resource Management: A Catalyst for Development” on Saturday, 26th September, 2015.
  • Presented a paper on ‘Framing New Equations to Educational Concerns’ Scope of Neuro-cognitive Approaches, at the Research Forum conducted by MES Research Forum – Faculty Seminar Series on 11th September, 2015 at, Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel.
  • Attended ICSSR sponsored Research Methodology Workshop organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts and Commerce on 8th – 14th August, 2015.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Presented a paper titled “Broadening Learning Horizons towards Student Achievement” at the NAAC sponsored Interdisciplinary Conference on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Presented Research based paper titled “Assessing Mindfulness and Wellness Towards Enriching Quality of Life” at the Global Foundation sponsored SSSS National Seminar on “Education for Peace” hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education and Research on 9th and 10th March, 2016.
  • Attended and presented a paper on ‘Behaviour Management in schools’ as a DVD presentation circulated among schools for Classroom Management at the 4th International Conference on Early Childhood Care and Education organised by Early Childhood Association, India on 21st February, 2016.
  • Invited as a resource person at an ICSSR (Ministry of HRD) sponsored national seminar conducted by Aligarh Muslim University, Calicut, Kerala on 15th and 16th February, 2016, the topic was, Digital Landscapes: Capacity Building towards Teaching, Learning and Evaluation in the 21st century.
  • Presented a video session on Behaviour Management for the International Conference on Early Childhood Association, January, 2016
  • Participated in Indian Council of Social Science Research, (WRC), Mumbai sponsored Workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 8th to 14th August 2015, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur and Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts and Commerce, Chembur.
  • Presented a paper at the ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar on Renaissance in Higher Education. Paper titled- iGROW: Synthesizing ICT for Capacity Building through Transformative Learning at Pushpanjali College of Education, Vasai on 28th November, 2015
  • Conducted a Workshop on Multiple Intelligence and Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy at the 1st ABE Change Makers Conclave in association with Next Education on 3rd December, 2015.
  • Presented a paper at 60th Annual ICSB World Conference, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai from 6th – 9th June, 2015 on the paper titled “Multiple Intelligence Approach in achieveing the Educational Objectives at Secondary School Level.
Ms. Sunita Jain
  • Presented a paper titled “Favorable Ecological System – A Ray of Hope” at the Indian Council of Social Science Research, (WRC), Mumbai sponsored Workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 8th to 14th August 2015, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur and Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts and Commerce, Chembur.
Ms. Swasti Dhar
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Two Year B. Ed. Syllabus (2015 onwards) for ‘EPC -2 Art & Drama in Education’ at St. Xavier’s College of Education on 25th July, 2015.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Two Year B. Ed. Syllabus (2015 onwards) for ‘Course III – Section II – Pedagogy of a School Subject (English)’ at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan’s Smt. Surajba ‘s College of Education on 20th July, 2015.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Two Year B. Ed. Syllabus (2015 onwards) for ‘EPC -1 – Reading & Reflecting on Text’ at St. Xavier’s College of Education on 17th July, 2015.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Two Year B. Ed. Syllabus (2015 onwards) for ‘Course III – Section I – Understanding Discipline and School Subjects’ at Kapila Khandvala College of Education on 16th July, 2015.
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Presented a paper titled ‘Mind Maps and Inclusion: Integrating Problem Solving Skills in English Teaching Classes’ at the 4th Global Conference on ‘Inclusive Growth – A Gateway to Prosperity’ organised by Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research (PiMSR) on the 5th December, 2015 at Dr. K.M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel.
  • Presented a paper titled ‘Process Drama – Means to a Deeper Understanding of the Text’ at the two-day ICSSR sponsored State level Seminar on Art and Drama in Education organised by Pillai HOC College of Education and Research, Rasayani on the 9th and 10th October, 2015.
Ms. Vani Achari Ummadisingu
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Participated and presented paper on “Education: A Tool for Women Empowerment” in the ICSSR sponsored International Conference on “Contemporary Challenges before Women Studies” dated 5th December, 2015 at B. L. Amlani College of Commerce & Economics, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai.
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Attended a two day training session on Disaster Management conducted by MCGM in collaboration with MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 17th and 18th June, 2016.
  • Presented Research based paper titled “Assessing Mindfulness and Wellness Towards Enriching Quality of Life” at the Global Foundation sponsored SSSS National Seminar on “Education for Peace” hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education and Research on 9th and 10th March, 2016.
  • Participated in Indian Council of Social Science Research, (WRC), Mumbai sponsored Workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 8th to 14th August 2015, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur and Mahatma Night Degree College of Arts and Commerce, Chembur.
  • Presented a paper at the ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar on Renaissance in Higher education. Paper titled- CLOUD- Educators in Sync with the 21st century at Pushpanjali College of Education, Vasai on 28th November, 2015.
Ms. Vinita Desai
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Attended the 116th Orientation Programme conducted by Academic Staff College, Human Resource Development Centre, University of Mumbai in November, 2015.
  • Presented a paper titled “Media towards creating heroes of Peace or War; A Perspective” at the Global Foundation sponsored SSSS National Seminar on “Education for Peace” hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education and Research on 9th and 10th March, 2016.
Dr. Sneha Raikar
  • Attended NAAC sponsored Two day National Level Inter-Disciplinary Conference on “Innovative Practices: Pathways to Quality Assurance and Sustenance in Higher Education” jointly organised by Department of Education, Mumbai University and MES’ Pillai College of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University on 21st and 22nd April, 2016.
  • Attended the 116th Orientation Programme conducted by Academic Staff College, Human Resource Development Centre, University of Mumbai in November, 2015.
  • Participated in Higher Education Forum 7th Annual Convention (2016) on 5th March, 2016 at Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies Mumbai.
Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal
  • Member of B.Ed. (Two years) Core Committee for Syllabus discussion of B.Ed. and M.Ed. integrated at University of Mumbai on 13th April, 2015.
  • Member of Local Inquiry Committee on the Continuation / extension of affiliation of the college at K.G.S. B.Ed. College, Shahapur on 5th February, 2015.
  • Member of Committee for revision of syllabus of B.Ed. (Two years) Core Committee at University of Mumbai on 12th January, 2015.
  • Member of committee for revision of syllabus of B.Ed. (Part time) Core Committee at University of Mumbai on 12th January, 2015.
  • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32 (5) (a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 1st January, 2015.
  • Member of Local Inquiry Committee on the Continuation / extension of affiliation of the college at Sainath Education Trust’s H.B.B.Ed. Vashi on 14th November, 2014.
  • Member of Local Inquiry Committee on the Continuation / extension of affiliation of the college for Ph.D. programme at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education on 19th September, 2014.
  • Resource person for UGC Refresher Course in Psychology and Education the theme was ‘Human Development and Well-Being : Psycho – Social Educational Perspectives’ at Department of Education, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 10th and 15th September, 2014.
  • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32 (5) (a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 14th July, 2014.
  • Member of selection committee to scrutinize applications and conduct interviews at Pal Rajendra B.Ed. College, Kandivali on 3rd June, 2014.
  • Member of Board of Studies of Mumbai University (2010-2015), Texila American University.
  • Attended and Presented Paper on Perspectives of Higher Education in the 21st Century A Paper titled “Teaching, Learning, and Assessment in Digital Era” at (16th AICP National Conference), Act Gujrat Law Society (HACC) Ahmedabad on February 2015.
  • Attended and Presented Paper on ‘Redefining Management Practices in The Digital Age Presented a paper titled Changing Landscape of assessment in the Digital Age.(Chaired the session)’ at Pillai Management and Studies and Research (International Conference) on 6th December, 2014.
  • Participated in the International National Association of Soroptimist International Conference at Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus on 28th September, 2014.
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Convenor for Syllabus Revision of Environmental Education for two year B.Ed. 2015 – 17.
  • Participated in a UGC Sponsored National Level 3 days workshop on ‘ Promoting Collaborative Learning: Changing Paradigms using e Resources’ on 23rd – 25th April, 2015 organized by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Mumbai.
  • Participating in the one day Seminar on ‘ICT Transforming Education’ organized by Reading Association of India, Gujarat Research Society and Indian Section of World Education Fellowship on 23rd April, 2015.
  • Participated in the one day training programme on Human Rights for Empowerment sponsored by NHRC, New Delhi on 18th -19th March 2015.
  • Presented paper on ‘Promoting a culture of safe schools – Disaster Management Cell’ at International Colloquium on ‘Emerging trends in Education’ held at M.E.S. Pillai College of Education, Chembur on 21st February, 2015.
  • Attended Workshop on ‘Changing the Landscape of teaching, learning and evaluation’ at Pillai College of Education & Research on 18th February, 2015.
  • Participated in workshop on ‘Building Capacities of Researchers in South Asia for Publishing in Academic Journal’ organized by TISS on 29th and 30th January, 2015.
  • Paper presented at P.N. Doshi college, June 2014 titled ‘Glocalising the benchmarking approach through best practices’.
  • Paper presented titled ‘ From Adversity to Advertunity – equipping students to adopt a rational outlook in life” at a national level seminar on ‘Enabling education- equipping students for life’ organized by PCER Chembur held at TISS, 17th-18th July, 2014.
  • Paper presented titled ‘Fruits of Labour – Planting Ideas for a Healthy Generation’ at seminar on ‘Family Farming’ held at PCER, Panvel on 8th-9th December, 2014.
Dr. Mary George Varghese
  • Attending the IAFOR International Conference on Education – Dubai 2015 from 8th – 10th March, 2015 and presented paper titled A study of the interactive effect of Brain-based Learning and Hemisphericity of VIII standard students on academic achievement in Biology, Study Habits and Stress and received travel grant from ICSSR (New Delhi).
  • Attended the world Innovation Summit for Education Doha4-6th November 2014.
  • Attended and contributed as Resource Person in the orientation Programme of ‘Course-V Learning and Teaching’ of Revised B.Ed Syllabus at Bombay Teachers’ Training College Colaba, Mumbai on 23rd July, 2015.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Presented a paper at 60th Annual ICSB World Conference, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai from 6th June – 9th June, 2015 on the paper titled “Multiple Intelligence Approach in achieveing the Educational Objectives at Secondary School Level.
  • Participated and presented a paper at the ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar on Enabling Education: Equipping students for Life, in association with Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
  • Participated and presented a paper at an International Conference on Opportunities and Challenges for Women Entrepreneurship in India on 23rd August, 2014.
  • Participated and presented a paper at the Indian Science Congress hosted by the University of Mumbai from 3rd to 7th January, 2015.
  • Conducted a workshop for the student teachers on Life Skill Education: Empowering the 21st Century Learner.
  • Conducted a parent workshop on “Effective Parenting” at Chembur English High School. (August 2013)
  • Conducted workshop for School Teachers on Innovative Teaching strategies – Mind Mapping and Constructivist approach towards Teaching (Marthoma School, Govandi). (June 2013)
  • Conducted a workshop on “Stress Management” for adults at the Giants Club – Chedda Nagar for Women’s Day.
  • Organized an International Colloquium on ‘Emerging Trends in Education’ At MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research on 21st February, 2015.
  • Moderated and provided structured feedback on “micro-teaching” at Orchids The International School, Masjid for 7 days as a part of Induction Camp for newly recruited teachers.
  • Conducted training sessions for teachers of KannadiVappa International School (CBSE), Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu) from 1st to 6th July, 2014 on topics covering Multiple Intelligences, Educational objectives – Revised Bloom Taxonomy and Lesson planning evaluation.
  • Prepared Modules for an online course for ePGpaathshaala in ICT, as a part of IDOL.
  • Participated and presented a paper at the ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar on Enabling Education: Equipping students for Life, in association with Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
Ms. Sandhya Sarwade
  • Attended ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar, venue partner TISS at Chembur, organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
  • Attended an ICSSR Mumbai sponsored one day International Colloquium or Emerging Trends in Education on 21st February,2015.
  • Attended High Education Forum 6th Annual Convention (2015), organized by K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai on 14th March, 2015.
  • Attended (Two) One Day Training Programmes on ‘Human Rights Empowerment’ organized by PCER,Chembur and sponsored by the National Human Rights Commission on the 18th and 19th of March, 2015.
  • Participated and presented a paper titled ‘ Transformational Leadership : Leading Educational Change’ in the two day 29th and 30th April National Seminar on Leadership in Educational Institutions: Opportunities and Challenges – Guiding the way to 21st Century at K.J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education Training And Research.
Ms. Sunita Jain
  • Attended and presented paper at the MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar, venue partner TISS at Chembur on “Reaching the unreached- A Ray of Hope” on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
Ms. Vani Achari Ummadisingu
  • Participated in the International NASI Conference organized on Sunday 28th September, 2014 on the theme “Women Lead to Change”, in the conclave at Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, Sector 17, New panvel, Navi Mumbai.
  • Presented a paper titled Glocalising the benchmarking approach through best practices a two days NAAC sponsored National level Seminar on “Benchmarking for Higher Education Institutions” held on 26th – 27th June, 2014 at Smt. P. N. Doshi Women’s College, Cama lane, Ghatkopar (West), Mumbai.
  • Presented a paper titled “A study to find the causes and factors responsible for stress among the student teachers of Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur and suggest strategies to cope with this stress” on 18th and 19th July, 2014 at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Deonar, Mumbai.
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Value Integrated Curriculum Transactions for the 21st Century Learner’ at a two day national level seminar on ‘Universal Values: Empowering Learners’ on 10th and 11th April, 2015 organized by Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup.
  • Organized an International Colloquium on ‘Emerging Trends in Education’ At MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research on 21st February, 2015.
  • Presented a paper titled ‘KHADI: Revisiting Gandhian Values for 21st Century Education.’ at the one day International Seminar on ‘Relevance of Gandhian Philosophy in 21st Century’ held at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan’s Smt. Surajba College of Education and Research on 29th January, 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper at the MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar, venue partner TISS at Chembur on “Reducing the communication apprehension and English Language classroom anxiety: development and implementation of an intervention module (SPARK)” on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
Ms. Vinita Desai
  • Published a Research based paper titled ‘Developing Reflection through Activity Based Learning’ in the International Journal of Education Research and Technology, a Peer Reviewed Journal; ISSN 0976-4089;EISSN 2277-1557; Vol 5(2) June 2014.
  • Learning to Live Together – Developing Life Skills for Fostering Peace, Conflux Peer Reviewed International Journal Of Education, ISSN no 2320-9305; June 2014; Vol 2, Iss 1, pg 89-93.
  • Presented Research based paper titled “Scenario Based Learning; Equipping Learners to be effective Leaders” at the National Level ICSSR sponsored seminar organized by K.J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Research and Training on the topic Leadership in Educational Institutions: Opportunities and Challenges- Guiding the way to 21st Century.
  • Resource person for moderating and providing structured feedback in a 10 days training program for newly recruited teachers of Orchid International School.
  • Attended the Extension Training Programme conducted by Department of Extension and Lifelong Learning, on 21st July, 2014 at Chembur Sarvankash Shikshanshastra Mahavidyalaya, Chembur.
  • Organized an International Colloquium on ‘Emerging Trends in Education’ At MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research on 21st February, 2015.
  • Presented a paper titled ‘KHADI: Revisiting Gandhian Values for 21st Century Education.’ at the one day International Seminar on ‘Relevance of Gandhian Philosophy in 21st Century’ held at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan’s Smt. Surajba College of Education and Research on 29th January, 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper at the MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar, venue partner TISS at Chembur on “Reaching the unreached – A Ray of Hope” on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
Dr. Sneha Raikar
  • Participated in the one day seminar on ‘ICT Transforming Education’ on 23rd April, 2015 organized by Reading Association of India.
  • Participated in the UGC sponsored three days workshop on ‘Promoting Collaborative Learning: Changing Paradigms using e Resources’ organized by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education from 23rd – 25th April, 2015.
  • Participated in the two days state level workshop on ‘Blended Learning – Pathway to Student Success’ organized by Chembur Comprehensive College of Education in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education on 17th – 18th March, 2015.
  • Participated and presented a paper at the ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar on Enabling Education: Equipping students for Life, in association with Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
  • Attended workshop on ‘Changing the Landscape of teaching, learning and evaluation’ at Pillai College of Education & Research on 18th February, 2015.
  • Attended a one day Training Programme on “Human Rights for Empowerment” on 18th and 19th March, 2015 sponsored by National Human Rights Commission.
  • Attended an ICSSR Mumbai sponsored two days International Colloquium on Emerging Trends in Education on 21st February, 2015.
  • Conducted a session on “Human Rights in Communication” for Post Graduate Research Programme for Yashwantrao Chavan Maharastra Open University held on 18th January, 2015.
  • Conducted a session on ‘Importance of Soft Skills’ for T.Y.B.A, B.Com, B.Sc students of SIES College, Sion.
  • Attended and presented paper at the MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar, venue partner TISS at Chembur on “Reducing the communication apprehension and English Language classroom anxiety: development and implementation of an intervention module (SPARK)” on 18th and 19th July, 2014.
Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal
  • Attended seminar on Teacher Education : Enhancing Quality and Relevance at St. Xavier’s Institute of Education, Mumbai on 10th May, 2014.
  • Member of the IQAC of St. Teresa’s Institute of Education at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Santacruz on 5th May, 2014.
  • Member of Local Inquiry Committee on the Continuation / extension of affiliation of the college for Ph.D. programme at SevaSadan’s College of Education on 30th, April, 2014.
  • V.C. nominee in the panel of selection committee for appointment to the post of assistant professor at H.B.B.Ed. College, Vashi on 9th April, 2014.
  • Member of Local Inquiry Committee on the Continuation / extension of affiliation of the college for Ph.D. programme at Chembur Education Society’s Chembur Sarvankash Shikshanshastra Mahavidyalaya on 3rd April, 2014.
  • Convenor to design a certificate Programme of the Teacher Education for International School at University of Mumbai on March, 2014.
  • V.C. Expert nominee in the panel of selection committee for appointment of the post of Assistant Professor at Shri Bapusaheb D. D. Vispute College of Education on 5th February, 2014.
  • V.C. Nominee and subject Expert for screening cum Evaluation Committee for promotion of teachers (CAS) at SevaSadan College of Education on 27th January, 2014.
  • Member of the Co-ordination Committee in Education relating to the B.Ed. Sem-I at Examination House, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 7th and 8th January, 2014.
  • Member of the Co-ordination Committee in Education B.Ed. Sem-I at Examination House, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 7th January, 2014.
  • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32 (5) (a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 11th December, 2013.
  • Resource person for the Refresher Course in Education, Department of Education at University of Mumbai on 29th October, 2013.
  • Member of Committee to review the syllabus of M.Phil. in the subject of Education at University of Mumbai on 28th October, 2013.
  • Resource person for Refresher Course in Education and the theme was Technological Integration in Teacher Education at Department of Education, University of Mumbai on 7th October, 2013.
  • Member of the Co-ordination Committee in Education relating to the B.Ed. Sem-II at Examination House, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 1st June, 2013.
  • Attended Seminar on ‘Innovative Technology for Sustainable Learning: An Introspection’ at Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani on 26th April, 2014.
  • Attended Seminar on ‘ICSSR sponsored two days National Seminar on Innovations in 21st Century Education as a panelist’ at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Mumbai on 4th – 5th April, 2014.
  • Attended and Presented Paper on ‘Inculcating Moral Values Through Education’ at Khalsa College Amritsar, Punjab, (15th AICP National Conf.) on 28th March, 2014.
  • Attended and Presented Paper on ‘Perspectives in Higher Education : Alternatives in the context of globalization Aligning Pedagogy with the Net Learner’ at Department of Education, University of Mumbai, Kalina, (International Conference) on 8th – 10th January, 2014.
  • Attended International Conference on ‘Perspectives in Higher Education : Alternatives in the context of globalization Chaired the paper presentation session’ at Department of Education, University of Mumbai, Kalina, (International Conference) on 8th – 10th January, 2014.
  • Attended as a Moderator and panelist for paper presentation for the National Level Seminar on ‘Elevating Higher Education : “A systematic Perspective” at MIT B.Ed. and M.Ed. College, Kothrud, Pune on 24th to 26th October, 2013.
  • Attended Workshop on ‘ICSSR (WRC) sponsored 5 Day Workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences’ at Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 22nd – 26th July, 2013.
Ms. Sally George
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Dr. Brijbala Suri
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur
Dr. Mary Devakumar
  • Participated in a 5 days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences conducted by ICSSR, University of Mumbai from 10th February to 14th February, 2014.
  • Participated in the ‘Contemporary practices in Content development’ – ICSSR sponsored National level Seminar cum workshop on 16th – 17th April 2014 at Kapila Khandwala College of Education, Mumbai.
  • Participated in the Roundtable consultation on Teacher Education: Enhancing Quality and Relevance organized by Observer Research Foundation and St. Xavier’s Institute of Education, Mumbai on 10th May 2014.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Ms. Samita Shetty
  • Invited as a Guest Faculty for the B.Ed. (H.I.) Programme 2013-14 at Ali Yavar Jung National Institute for the Hearing Impaired.
  • Invited to be on the Advisory Board for Early Childhood Care and Education Curriculum Development for MAEER’s MIT School of Education, Kothrud, Pune.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Rsearch, Chembur.
  • Contributed as a Resource Person in the orientation programme for the Revised B.Ed. Syllabus (2013–14) for Special Field – ‘Inclusive Education’ held at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Khar (W), on 13th August, 2013.
  • Participated in Special Training Programme for Academic Counsellors through Tele Conference held on 19th October 2013, organized by Indira Gandhi National Open University, Regional Centre, Mumbai.
  • Participated in University of Pune Sponsored National level Seminar on “Elevating Higher Education: A Systematic Perspective” held from 24th to 26th October 2013, organized by MAEER’s MIT B.Ed. College, Kothrud, Pune and presented paper titled ‘Creating Socially Inclusive Classrooms’.
  • Attended the 109th Orientation Programme of the Academic Staff College from 16th January to 12th February, 2014 and secured an ‘A’ Grade.
Dr. Mary Varghese
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Dr. Reni Francis
  • Participated and presented a paper titled ‘Block Schedule: An Innovative Approach in Teaching’ at ICSSR sponsored five day Seminar on Research Methodology in July, 2013.
  • Attended the Refresher course conducted by the UGC Academic Staff College (Department of Education, University of Mumbai) from 14th October to 2nd November, 2013.
  • Minor Research Grant approved by Mumbai University on “A Comparative Study to Analyze the Effect of Innovative Teaching Learning Strategies in Fostering Peace among the Students of BMC and Private Aided Secondary Schools of Greater Mumbai”.
  • Currently Conducted training sessions at the Adult Literacy programmes on “Functional Literacy” for a group of adult women (first-time learners) on behalf of Soroptimist International Bombay Chembur, an affiliate of Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland.
  • Conducted a parent workshop on “Effective Parenting” at Chembur English High School in August 2013.
  • Conducted workshop for School Teachers on Innovative Teaching Strategies – Mind Mapping and Constructivist approach towards Teaching at Marthoma School, Govandi in June 2013.
  • Attended the CBSE Assessment Training Programme by the Center for Assessment, Evaluation and Research (CAER) at Hyderabad, 28th – 30th January, 2014.
  • Participated and presented a paper titled ‘Embedding the values of peace through innovative curricular transactions’ at Gandhi Shikshan College of Education, 31st January, 2014.
  • Conducted an Online course – ‘Impact of Philosophies on Education’ for the B.Ed. students.
  • Presented a Research Paper on the paper titled ‘Online Course: Learner’s Hub towards Learning and Socialisation’ at the ICSSR sponsored Seminar at Somaiya College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar on 4th and 5th April, 2014.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Ms. Sandhya Sarwade
  • Participated in the State Level Seminar on “Soft Skills for Educators” held on the 10th April, 2014 at Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Contributed as a Resource Person in the Orientation Programme for the Revised B.Ed. syllabus (2013-14) for Course IX Psychology of Learning held at Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Colaba, Mumbai, on Saturday, 3rd August 2013.
  • Attended the Refresher Course of Department of Education from 12th October to 2nd November, 2013 and secured a ‘B’ Grade.
  • Recognized as a teacher of the University of Mumbai for the Master Degree in Education.
  • Invited as a judge at ‘M’ ward level at Our Lady of Good Council, Kurla for Population Education teaching aid competition.
Ms. Sunita Jain
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Participated in ICSSR Sponsored National level Seminar on “Aman Setu: Building Bridges across the heart” held on 30th and 31st January 2013, organised by Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan’s Smt. Surajba College of Education and presented paper titled ‘Developing Assets – A Gateway Towards Harmony and Peace’.
  • Attended the 106th Orientation Programme of the Academic Staff College from 7th August to 5th September, 2013 and secured an ‘A’ Grade.
  • Invited as a judge at ‘M’ ward level at Our Lady of Good Council, Kurla for Science and Maths teaching aid competition.
Ms. Vani Achari Ummadisingu
  • Participated in special training programme for Academic Counsellors of IGNOU through Tele conference held on 19th October, 2013.
  • Participated and presented paper titled “Origami as a technique in Teaching–Learning process in Teacher Training Institutions” at the Department of Education, University of Mumbai in the International Conference on Perspectives in higher Education: Alternatives in the context of globalization held from 8th – 10th January, 2014.
  • Received a Certificate of Appreciation from Department of Life Long Learning and Extension, University of Mumbai as a field coordinator for the progress of Extension Education and Activities during the academic year 2013-2014.
  • Participated in special training programme for Academic Counsellors of IGNOU through Tele conference held on 19th October, 2013.
  • Participated and presented a research paper titled “A study of Secondary School Students’ attitude towards Secularism and Pluralism in relation to some and home and school related factors.” in International Conference on Extension Education and Rural Communities held on 6th and 7th April, 2013 at B. L. Amlani College of Commerce and Economics, Vile Parle (W).
  • Coordinator for the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Attended the 106th Orientation Programme of the Academic Staff College from 7th August to 5th September, 2013 and secured an ‘A’ Grade.
Ms. Swasti Dhar
  • Participated in a One Day State Level Workshop on ‘Life Skills and Academic Stress Management’ at R.B.T. College of Education, Dombivali, on 27th March, 2014.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Revised B. Ed. Syllabus (2013-18) for Course I – Philosophical Foundations of Education at Seva Sadan College of Education on 10th August, 2013.
  • Attended the Orientation Meeting of the Revised B. Ed. Syllabus (2013-18) for Pedagogy of a School Subject – English Method at Guru Nanak College of Education & Research, Bhandup on 5th August, 2013.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Ms. Jaya Cherian
  • Participated in a One Day State Level Workshop on ‘Life Skills and Academic Stress Management’ at R.B.T. College of Education, Dombivali, on 27th March, 2014.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Ms. Vinita Desai
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July, 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
  • Presented a paper on ‘Developing Reflections through Activity based Learning’ at the national level ICSSR sponsored seminar organized by K.J. Somaiya College of Education, Research and Training.
  • Participated in a Skill Based learning Programme an International workshop in science conducted by The Somiaya School, Vidyavihar.
  • Judge for Science and Maths teaching aid exhibition F ward held at Our Lady good Council, Sion, Mumbai.
Dr. Sneha Raikar
  • Participated in the State Level Seminar on “Soft Skills for Educators” held on the 10th April, 2014 at Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup.
  • Participated in the ICSSR (WRC) sponsored five days workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from 22nd – 26th July 2013, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal
    • Member of the Co-ordination Committee in Education relating to the B.Ed. Sem-II at Examination House, University of Mumbai, Kalina from 14th to 16th May, 2013.
    • Member of Committee Constituted under section 32 (5) (a) of the Maharashtra Universities Act, 1994 at University of Mumbai on 14th August, 2012.
    • Attended Conference on ‘Capacity in Higher Education’ in 14th National Conference of Association of College Principals at Goa on 21st, 22nd and 23rd February, 2013.
Dr. Brijbala Suri

Participated and presented a paper titled “Harivansh Rai Bachchan aur Unka Madhukavya” in UGC National Seminar on Harivansh Rai Bacchan – Vyaktitva aur Krititva held during 25th – 26th February, 2013 organized by Deptt. of Hindi, MMP Shah Women’s College of Arts and Commerce, Matunga, SNDT University Mumbai.

Participated and presented a paper titled Indian Philosophy and Peace Education in National Seminar on Education for Peace held during 5th – 7th December, 2012 organized by Deptt. of Education, University of Mumbai.

Dr. Mary Devakumar

Presented paper at the 4th International Conference on Life Skills Education: “Optimizing positive skills through life skills” from 7th to 9th December, 2012.

Participated in a workshop on ‘Qualitative Research in Education’ on 25th to 30th June 2012, organized by Dept. of Education.

Ms. Samita Shetty

Conducted a workshop on 13th August, 2012 ‘Personality Development’ in the ‘Pedagogical Enrichment Programme’ organized for the faculty of Agnel Polytechnic, Vashi.

Conducted a one day workshop on 25th August, 2012 titled ‘Differentiation Techniques and Creativity’ for teachers at Utpal Shanghvi School, Juhu.

Attended an ICSSR Sponsored State level Seminar on “Inclusive Development: Strategies and Challenges” at MAEER’s MIT B.Ed. College, Kothrud, Pune on 6th April, 2013 and presented paper titled “Preparing Competent Teachers for an Inclusive Classroom”.

Dr. Mary Varghese

Attended National Level Seminar on Peace Education organized by the Department of Education, University of Mumbai on 5th – 7th December, 2012 and presented paper titled ‘Symphony of Peace through individual autonomy – Personal Values and Effective Communication as Major Artillery’.

Attended Regional Science Congress 2013 on Science for shaping the future of India organized by Maharaja Sayyajirao University, Vadodara and Indian Science Congress on 15th – 16th September, 2012 and presented paper titled ‘Teacher Education-A Crusade for Nation Development’.

Attended Workshop on preparation Question Bank Workshop – General Intelligence and Reasoning (Phase-I) Organized by the Staff Selection Commission (western region) Mumbai on 11th February, 2013.

Editorial board member of Global Research Journal on Educational Studies

Honorary member in referee board for online international interdisciplinary Research journal.

Participated in a workshop on ‘Qualitative Research in Education’ on 25th to 30th June, 2012, organized by Dept. of Education.

Dr. Reni Francis

Presented a paper titled “Harvesting Peace by Redesigning Yourself” at the SSSS- hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, training and Research on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

Conducted a workshop for the lecturers of Fr. Agnel Technical Institute, Vashi on “Skills of Teaching” (August 2012).

Presented a paper titled ‘Pedagogies for the Net Generation” at the National Seminar on ‘DigiAge Learning: New Dimensions, Changed Perspectives’ organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 27th and 28th July, 2012.

Ms. Sandhya Sarwade

Attended NAAC sponsored National Conference on the theme ‘Human Resource Development for quality Enhancement in Educational Institutions: Perspectives and Prospects’, organized by Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research, Parel, Mumbai’ held on 2nd and 3rd October, 2012 and has presented a paper titled ‘Strategies for teacher Engagement in Educational Institutions’.

Attended the conference on ‘Education for Life skill Development’ held on 22nd and 23rd February, 2013 and presented a paper entitled: ‘Life skills Education through School Curriculum: Life skills in School of Life’ at Secondary Teacher Training College, CST.

A paper titled ‘Strategies for teacher Engagement in Educational Institutions’ has been published in the proceeding of the conference on the theme ‘Human Resource Development for quality Enhancement in Educational Institutions: Perspectives and Prospects with ISBN-978-81-924451-0-6.

A paper titled ‘Life skills Education through School Curriculum: Life skills in School of Life’ has been published in the Journal of Divergent Thinking, special issue on Education For Life Skill Development Vol.1, No.2 with ISSN: 2319-9431.

Participated in a workshop on ‘Qualitative Research in Education’ on 25th to 30th June, 2012, organized by Dept. of Education.

Ms. Sunita Jain

Presented a paper titled “Learning to Live together – Developing Life skills to foster peace” at the SSSS – hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, training and Research on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

Presented a paper titled ‘Pedagogies for the Net Generation” at the National Seminar on ‘DigiAge Learning: New Dimensions, Changed Perspectives’ organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 27th and 28th July, 2012.

Ms. Swasti Dhar

Attended and presented a paper titled ‘Professional development through MOOCS’ at National level seminar on Systemic Integration of ICT in education in the global context at MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 17th and 18th April, 2013.

Ms. Vani Achari Ummadisingu

Participated in UGC sponsored two day Certificate course on Human Rights in H.J. College of Education and Research, Khar on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

Presented a paper on Development of Extension Education at workshop on “Developing Extension Education” at Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension, University of Mumbai on 20th July, 2012.

Participated in one day workshop on “Blue Print of B.Ed. Question Papers” held at Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Colaba on 15th September, 2012.

Participated in the ICSSR sponsored 7 day workshop on Research Methodology in Social Sciences organized by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar form 1st – 8th December, 2012.

Published an article on “Why Youth Participation in Extension Work is important?” in Freedom First-The Liberal Magazine, Monthly No. 544, October 2012.

Attended a two day UGC sponsored two day certificate course on Human Rights in H. J. College of Education and Research, Khar on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

Ms. Jaya Cherian

Presented a paper titled “Harvesting Peace by Redesigning Yourself” at the SSSS – hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, training and Research on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

A paper titled ‘Strategies for teacher Engagement in Educational Institutions’ has been published in the proceeding of the conference on the theme ‘Human Resource Development for quality Enhancement in Educational Institutions: Perspectives and Prospects with ISBN-978-81-924451-0-6.

Presented a paper titled ‘Process Drama as a Creative Approach in the Teaching of History’ at the Faculty Seminar Series held at Mahatma Education Society’s Rsearch Forum on 28th September, 2012.

Presented a paper titled ‘Strategies for Teacher Engagement in Educational Institutions’ at the NAAC sponsored National Conference on ‘Human Resource Development for Quality Enhancement in Educational Institutions: Perspectives and Prospects,’ held at Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research on 2nd – 3rd October, 2012.

Ms. Vinita Desai

Presented a paper titled “Learning to Live together- Developing Life skills to foster peace” at the SSSS – hosted by K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, training and Research on 22nd and 23rd March, 2013.

Ms. Sneha Raikar

Presented a paper titled “Pre-Service Economics Teachers’ Engagement in Computer Supported Collaborative Learning: A Promising Pathway for Reducing Anxiety” at MAEER’s MIT B.Ed. College, Kothrud Pune on 6th April, 2013.

Presented a paper titled “Tracing the development of Pre-Service Teachers’ Efficacy Beliefs in Teaching Economics During Expanded Microteaching” at HOC College of Education, Rasayani Panvel on 26th April, 2013.

Presented a paper titled ‘Life Skills in ‘School’ of Life’ at the National Conference on ‘Education for Life Skill Development’ organized by Secondary Training College of Education on February 22nd and 23rd February, 2013.

Dr. Sunita Wadikar, Principal

Attended and Presented Paper at ‘Research Scholars Meet’ – Ph.D. Synopsis – Chembur Sarvankash Shikshan Shastra Mahavidyalaya on April, 2012. Title of the Paper: “A study of the effect of modern environment on the attitude of adolescents towards education.

Attended Seminar on Quality Initiatives – Higher Education Forum at Velinkar College of Management, Matunga on March, 2012.

Attended and Presented Paper on Transformative innovations and diversity in teacher education at H.J. College of Education, Khar on March, 2012. Title of the Paper: “Moving Beyond Traditional Classrooms – Preparing Global Competent Teachers and Teacher Educators.”

Attended Conference on NAAC – Best Practices – 13th National Conference of Association of College Principals at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat on February, 2012.

Attended and Presented Paper in a Seminar at Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Colaba, Mumbai-39 on December, 2011. Title of the Paper: Raising the Bar: Striving For Quality Managing Quality through ‘Maintenance of Dossiers’

Ms. Sally George

Presented a paper titled ‘Enhancing Teacher’s Commitment and Work Engagement: A Path to Success for all’ at the national seminar on ‘Managing Human Resources’ organized by MES Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel on the 4th and 5th April, 2012.

Invited as visiting faculty for the M.A. (Education) and M.Ed. courses of the University of Mumbai conducted at MES Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.

Dr. Brijbala Suri

Presented paper on ‘Need and Challenges of Credit Based Semester System (CBSS)’ in the UGC sponsored National Level Seminar on Fostering a Credit Based Semester System (CBSS) – Challenges and Opportunities held on 23rd and 24th April, 2012 at Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, Santacruz, Mumbai.

Attended and presented a paper titled ‘Contribution of Non speaking Hindi people for Hindi poetry Area’ in the 19th Adhivation of Maharashtra Hindu Parishad at Tuljaram Chaturchand Mahavidhyalaya, Baramati, Pune on 16th and 17th December, 2011.

Ms. Brijbala Suri attended one day Research Seminar on “Research Avenues and Challenges in Higher Education” organized by the Mumbai University on 18th November, 2011.

Dr. Mary Devakumar

Participated in a Peer Enrichment Programme Series on “Practical Approach to Tool Preparation” on 12th May 2012, organized by Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research, Parel.

Presented research based paper at a two days National Level Seminar on ‘Innovative Practices and New Trends in Education’ on 4th and 5th April 2012, organized by P.V.D.T College of Education for Women, Mumbai.

Attended workshop on Research Methodology in Quantitative Data Analysis on 26th and 27th March 2012, organized by the Department of Education, University of Mumbai.

Attended the Refresher Course in Education – ‘Issues and challenges in higher education’ in the Dept. of Education from 3rd to 22nd October 2011 and secured a ‘A’ grade.

Ms. Samita Shetty

Invited as resource person to talk on ‘Talking to Children on Sexual Abuse’ for the Parent – Teacher Interaction Programme of the Chembur English High School on 24th April, 2012.

Presented Paper on ‘Talking to Children on Sexual Abuse’ at the Paper Presentation Session organized by the Intellectual Capacity Building Network Centre of the Alumni association of Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 2nd March, 2012.

Attended Talk on ‘Imparting Sex Education to Children and Talking to Children on Sexual Abuse’ by Child Counsellor Ms. Jayanti Bakshi organized by Udayachal Primary School, Vikhroli on 1st October, 2011.

Attended a National Seminar on “Inclusive Development: Strategies and Challenges” at S. M. Shetty College of Science, Commerce and Management Studies on 28th January, 2012 and presented paper. Title of the paper: “Attitude of student teachers towards inclusive education.

Attended and presented a paper titled ‘Institutional Collaborations for Quality Sustenance’ in the NAAC Sponsored National Conference at BTTC, Mumbai on “Raising the bar: Striving for quality” on the 16th and 17th December 2011.

Invited as a resource person to conduct a one day workshop on ‘Inclusive education’ by MIT, Pune on 11th June, 2011.

Attended UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teaching, Learning and Evaluation-Shaping our future” at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 18th and 19th July, 2011 and presented paper. Title of the paper: “An investigation into the needs of secondary school teachers for implementing the inclusive policy”.

Invited by AYJNIHH, Bandra as visiting faculty for conducting lectures in ‘methodology of teaching – science and mathematics’ for the students of B.Ed. (H.I.) in the month of July and August 2011.

Ms. Mary George Varghese

Paper titled ‘A study of interactive influence of brain-based-learning and hemisphericity of students of standard VIII on their academic achievement in biology, study habits and stress’, presented in the Department of Education during paper reading session on 19th January, 2012.

Presented Paper on ‘Brain–based learning – a neuro-biological tool-box for an interactive learning environment-a study’, at an International Conference on Elevating Learning on 3rd – 4th December 2011.

Presented Paper on ‘Igniting students’ potential through viable instructional strategies – a roadmap for excellence in education’, at International Science Congress on 24th – 25th December and won best paper presentation award for the same.

Ms. Mary George Varghese attended the 100th Orientation Programme of the Academic Staff College from 1st to 29th November, 2011 and secured an ‘A’ Grade. The theme of the Orientation Programme was “Universal Peace”.

Attended UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teaching, Learning and Evaluation-Shaping our future” at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 18th and 19th July, 2011 and presented paper. Title of the paper: “Hemisphericity and Learning styles: A refined formula to make the learner – reasonable adventurer.”

Ms. Reni Francis

Attended the 100th Orientation Programme of the Academic Staff College from 1st to 29th November 2011 and secured ‘A’ Grade. The theme of the Orientation Programme was “Universal Peace”.

Conducted training sessions on “Management of Education” at Ali Yavar Jung National Institute for the Hearing Handicapped, Bandra for the students of B.Ed. (Special Education).

Attended UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teaching, Learning and Evaluation-Shaping our future” at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 18th and 19th July, 2011 and presented paper. Title of the paper: “A Consolidated approach to learning”.

Ms. Sandhya Sarwade

Attended workshop on ‘Contemporary Trends in Geography and Geographical Teaching’ at Department of Geography, University of Mumbai on 20th and 21st March, 2012.

Ms. Sandhya Bhise attended an Orientation Programme in the Academic Staff College from 12th September to 13th October, 2011 and secured a ‘B’ grade.

Attended one day UGC sponsored workshop on “Revitalising Gandhian Values in 21st Century” at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education on 29th July, 2011.

Ms. Lamya Kagdi

Prof.Lamya Kagdi has participated as Delegate in “CME on Learning Disabilities” held on 15th November, 2011 at Department of Pediatrics, Seth G.S. Medical College and K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai.

Ms. Sunita Marothi

Attended 2 days National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-Engineering: Series 2- Forest Resource Management held on 19th and 20th October, 2011-12.

Attended UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teaching, Learning and Evaluation-Shaping our future” at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 18th and 19th July, 2011.

Attended one day UGC sponsored workshop on “Revitalising Gandhian Values in 21st Century” at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education on 29th July, 2011.

Ms. Swasti Dhar

Ms. Swasti Dhar attended an International Seminar on ‘Creative approaches for teaching of English and History’ at Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup on 14th September, 2011.

Ms. Swasti Dhar presented a paper on ‘A Comparative Study of the Learning Styles of Students of the SSC and the IGCSE Boards’ at the MES Faculty Seminar Series conducted by the MES Research Forum on the 18th November, 2011 at the Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, Panvel.

Attended UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teaching, Learning and Evaluation-Shaping our future” at St. Teresa’s Institute of Education on 18th and 19th July, 2011 and presented paper. Title of the paper: “Small changes make a great difference”

Ms. Ummadisingu Vani Achari

Attended one day Research Seminar on “Research Avenues and Challenges in Higher Education” organized by the Mumbai University on 18th November, 2011.

Presented a paper titled “How to lead a beautiful life?” at the paper presentation session held by the ICBN centre at the MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 2nd March, 2012.

Presented paper titled – ‘Asynchronous Learning : A Case study of Department of Life Long Learning and Extension, University of Mumbai’ in the UGC sponsored National Seminar on Building Asynchronous Learning Environments: Opportunities and Challenges at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar, Mumbai on 10th and 11th of March, 2012.

Presented a paper on ‘A study of secondary school students’ attitude towards secularism and pluralism in relation to some home and school related factors’ at PHCET Research Forum 2012, HOC, Rasayani on 17th March, 2012.

Presented a paper on ‘Role of Management and Principal in fostering the Psychological Well-being of Teacher Educators for their peak performance in Colleges of Education’ at a National level Seminar on Managing Human Resources on 4th and 5th April, 2012 at MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.

Presented a paper on ‘Need and Challenges of Credit Based Semester System (CBSS)’ in the UGC sponsored National Level Seminar on Fostering a Credit Based Semester System (CBSS) – Challenges and Opportunities held on 23rd and 24th April, 2012 at Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, Santacruz, Mumbai.

Invited as a resource person on 28th and 30th July, 2011 to conduct an informative session on Extension Work Projects’ of NIOS, PEC, SWS, CP and APY at Vinayak Ganesh Vaze College of Arts, Science and Commerce and Mithibai College.

Ms. Jaya Cherian

Ms. Jaya Cherian attended an International Seminar on `Creative approaches for teaching of English and History’ at Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup on 14th September, 2011.