K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research

Educational qualifications
PGDHE (Post Graduate Diploma in Higher Education) IGNOU (2002).
Ph. D. (Topic:"Cognitive Capabilities and Achievement in Science among Upper Primary Pupils.") Mysore University (1994).
M. Ed. (7th rank in B. Ed. & 3rd rank in M. Ed); (specialized in Psychology of Learning and Instruction, Psychological Testing, Curriculum Development and Achievement Testing) Mysore University, (1976).
B. Sc. (specialized in Botany, Zoology and Chemistry); Mysore University, (1973).

Refresher Courses Attended

Refresher Course in Educational Technology, S N D T University, Mumbai (2000).
Refresher Course in Interactive Multimedia and Online Learning, S N D T University, Mumbai (2003).
One Month Visitor ship to Homi Bhabha Center for Science Education (HBCSE) for training in Research Paper Writing.

Post Doctoral Research

Standardized a Cognitive Capabilities Test for Transition Period (CCT-T) under University Minor Research Grant (2004 -2005).

Patents generated

Cognitive Capabilities Test for Transition Period (CTT- T) standardized, copyright generated and given to National Psychological Corporation, Agra.

Computer Literacy
Conversant with Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Flash and Dreamweaver.

Professional Experience

Achievements from May 2004 till date

• 4 years as the Principal of K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Vidyavihar, Mumbai
• The college got recognition as M Phil Center of the University of Mumbai;
• Started the Center for M.A.Ed. (YCMOU) from 2007-2008 with an intake capacity of 40 students
• Started NCTE approved, University recognized M Ed (Full Time) course in the college with an intake capacity of 40 students
• Started University affiliated Post Graduate Diploma in Management of Education (PGDME) Program with an intake capacity of 60 students;
• the college was accredited B++ by NAAC in 2005
• The college got permanent affiliation from 2004-05
• Conducted faculty development programs for the faculty of Engineering and Polytechnic college,

• National Seminar on National Curriculum Framework 2005 : A Paradigm Shift (February 28 and 29, 2008)
• “Towards fostering Child rights- A seminar for Dissemination and Action”( February 2007)
• Pratyush –intercollegiate competition on ‘Best practices for fostering child’s rights’ 16th January 16, 2007).
• Workshop in Research Methodology- (July 11-14, 2006). The resource persons were experts from TISS, Homi Bhabha Center for Science Education (HBCSE) and from the P G Dept of Education, University of Mumbai.
• Workshop on Participatory Teaching – Learning: (December 5-6, 2006 and December 12-13, 2006) in collaboration with Tata Institute of Social Sciences(TISS).
• Seminar on Gender Equity in Education by Dr David Sadker in collaboration with American Center (November 29, 2006)
• ‘Philosophy of Education for the Globalizing World’ (February 2005)
• Pratyush –Intercollegiate competition on “Innovative Practices in Teaching ” January 21, 2006
• Priyadarshini – One week’s Personality Development Program for visually challenged college-going girls. (December 26-31,2005)

• Share and Care Program for achieving 100% Computer Literacy among student teachers
• Presentation of the power points by students in the Morning Assembly to foster their presentation skills,
• Democratic Decision Making involving students and teachers
• Research Paper Reading Sessions for M. Ed and PGDME students
• Faculty Forums to enrich the horizon of knowledge through presentations and discussions,
• Cleanliness Drive in the campus as a part of Community Work,
• English speaking Courses for non teaching staff on the campus and for the vernacular school students in Kurla,
• Open Courseware accessible on the website for B Ed.
• Reflection/ Self Evaluation of Practice Teaching Lessons by student teachers.

From 1996 to 2004
12 years as a lecturer in Guru Nanak College of Education And Research, Bhandup (w), Mumbai.(teaching Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling, Educational Evaluation and English Method)
6 months as a primary school teacher in Demonstration School attached to Regional College of Education, Mysore.
2 years' as a secondary school teacher in Arunachal Pradesh (taught Science, Maths, English).

Examinations
Paper setter and examiner of M.A.Ed (II)Examinations, Distance Education, University of Mumbai.
Paper setter and examiner in English Method & in Educational Psychology for University B. Ed. Examination and in Educational Technology for M Ed Examination.
Examiner of B. Ed. university examination papers in Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling, Educational Evaluation and English Method (6 years), M Ed papers in Educational Technology (I year)
Chief Conductor of B. Ed. University examination in the college (2004 onwards)
Organizer and conductor of Faculty Development Programs for school and Engineering college teachers.

Resource Person
Resource person for the in-service training of the following junior college teachers:
- Chemistry teachers, V.G.Vaze College, Mulund, 1999; Jhun Jhun Wala College, Ghatkopar (2000).
- Commerce and Economic teachers, Ramanand Arya D. A. V. College, Bhandup (1999); Prahladrai Dalmia Lions College of Commerce & Economics, Malad (2000 & 2002).

Linkage with Open Universities
Centre Director for Indira Gandhi National Open University, Study Centre 1601, Mumbai.
Centre Director for Yashwantrao Chawan Maharashtra Open University, Study Centre 3104 A, Mumbai. offering M A (Education)
Chief Conductor of Indira Gandhi National Open University and Sikkim Manipal University Examinations.

University nominated member
Member of Board of Studies in Education of University of Mumbai
Chairperson for the University Examination of PGDME (2007-08)
University nominee for Local Inquiry Committee (2007) for continuation of affiliation of B Ed Colleges
University nominee for Local Inquiry Committee (2005), as subject expert for the appointment of Principals of B Ed Colleges
Member of syllabus revision committee for revising Educational Psychology, (2001) English Method papers in B. Ed.(2002) and Teacher Education in M.Ed.(2003)

Maharashtra Government Nominated Member
Member of the District Level Committee for recommending the Best Teacher Award at national/state level.

Faculty Development Programs Conducted
Organized and conducted Faculty development Programs in Engineering and Polytechnic Colleges

Paper Presentations/Publications

• A Study of the Usefulness of the Support Services Provided by IGNOU to the Distance Learners of Study Center 1601and the Services Desired by them-Workshop on Distance and Open Learning in Western India, IDE, Univrersity of Mumbai. April 4-5,2008
• Quality Teacher Education-published in Edutracks-January,2008
• A Study of Division of Labour and Financial Freedom at home of Secondary School Women Teachers-XXXI Indian Social Science Congress on Indian People’s Struggles and Movements for an Equitable Society at SNDT Women’s University, Churchgate from December 27-31,2007
• A Study of the Attitude of Teachers Working in Inclusive and Integrated Schools Towards the Education of Challenged Children in an Inclusive Set up- XXXI Indian Social Science Congress on Indian People’s Struggles and Movements for an Equitable Society at SNDT Women’s University, Churchgate from December 27-31,2007.
• The Role of Media in Promoting Environmental Ethics - UGC-Sponsored National Conference on Environmental Ethics: Exploring Multiple Perspectives organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Mumbai. September12-13, 2007.
• Perception of Science and Engineering College Students of the Teaching Effectiveness of their Teachers as Inferred from their Teachers’ Classroom Procedures – accepted as Poster Presentation for epiSTEME-2: Second International Conference to Review Research in Science, Technology and Mathematics Education organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (TIFR), Mumbai, India. February 12 - 15, 2007
• Professional Growth among Teacher Educators: Changing the Mind set of all Stakeholder in National Level Seminar on “Towards Excellence in Teacher Education” organized by Dept. of Education, University of Mumbai on 17th –19th January 2007.
• Critical Reflections on the Impact of Scientific and Technological Revolution on Higher Education Scenario in India -National Level Seminar on Reinventing Education For Quality Sustenance organized by Chembur Sarvankash Shikshan Shastra Mahavidyalaya . February 5-6, 2007
• Professional Growth among Teacher Educators: Changing the Mindset of all Stakeholders - National Seminar on “Towards Excellence in Teacher Education” organized byDept. of Education, University of Mumbai. January 17-19, 2007.
• A Study of the Perceived Utility of the Support Systems Available at IGNOU Study Centers in Mumbai-International Conference IDEA 2006 on Changing Structure and Functional Patterns of Open and Distance Learning in India: Exploring New Frontiers and Developments organized by the Institute of Distance Education, University of Mumbai, November 24-26, 2006.
• Project Priyadarshini: Empowering Students and Teachers to be Agents of Social Change-International Conference EDU-COM 2006 Engagement and Empowerment: New Opportunities for Growth in Higher Education organized by Edith Cowan University, Australia in Nong Khai, Thailand, November 22 -24, 2006. The URL for download is: http://www.chs.ecu.edu.au/org/int_comm/edu-com/2006/proceedings/ Published December, 2006. ISBN Number: 0-7298-0638-3.
• Constructivism and Reflective Teaching in Teacher Education-Conference on Innovative Practices in Teacher Education organized and conducted by the Department of Education, University of Mumbai, March 23- 24, 2006,published in Edutracks-December,2007.
• Akka Mahadevi: the Elder Sister of the Mankind- National Conference on Santavaani: Teachings of Saints in India organized by S K Somaiya College of Arts, Science and Commerce on September 15 - 16, 2006.
• Share and Care and Pratyush Programs for Ensuring 100% Computer Literacy at B. Ed Level and for Creating a Learning Resource. International Conference on ‘Quality Teacher Education and ICT’ organized bySt. Christopher’s College of Education, Chennai on July 27-29, 2006.
• Role of ICT in Teacher Education: An Action Plan for Overhauling the Teacher Education Curriculum- National Seminar on ‘Philosophy of Education for a Globalizing World’, K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research, Mumbai, 2006.
• Consequences of Globalization for All the Stakeholders in the Field of Education: Implications for Teaching Profession-UGC sponsoredNational Conference on ‘Challenges and Choices: Education in a Globalizing World’ held on Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Mumbai, 2006.
• Emerging Values as a result of Globalization, Liberalization and Privatization –State Level UGC sponsored seminar onValues: A Multidisciplinary Perspective, St. Xavier’s Institute of Education, 2005, published in Edutracks-November,2007
• Teacher Resource Management- National Seminar on Teacher Education, St. Xavier's College of Education, Mumbai, 2003.
• Cognitive Capabilities and Achievement in Science among Upper Primary Pupils-Research Paper Reading- Dept. of Education, University of Mumbai, 2002.
• An Eclectic Approach to the Teaching of English as a Third Language- Seminar Series on Innovative Methods of Teaching- Dept. of Education, University of Mumbai, 2002.
• “Effective Implementation Value Based Teaching” Seminar on ‘Value Based Education’ held on 15th October 2000 organized by R. D. Nath College of Arts and Commerce and W. A. Science College, Mumbai.
• A Study of Cognitive Development (Spatial Relations) Among Upper Primary Pupils- Progress of Education, vol. LXXIV, Nov.1999.
• Academic Excellence in Higher Education-Concept and Indicators-National Conference, University of Mumbai, 1999.
• A Critical Study of Scientific Attitude of Secondary School Science Teachers- Progress of Education, vol. LXXI, July 1997. -Progress of Education, vol. LXXI, July1997.

Seminars, Workshops attended

1. Workshop on “Community Education & Extension work for College Teachers” Organised by Department of Adult & Continuing Education & Extension, Mumbai on 22nd & 23rd June 2004.
2. “Professional Development Programme” for staff of Teacher Training Colleges organized by Department of Education Management (SNDT) on 1st July 1994.
3. Seminar-cum-Workshop on “Swasamvardhan”- A Programme of Self Improvement organized by Kapila Khandawala College of Education from 27th to 29th September 1995.
4. Faculty Development Programme on “Quality Education: Towards 2001. An Indo – U. S. Collaboration organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training College from 12th to 13th January 1998
5. Seminar on ‘Value Based Education’ held on 15th October 2000 (Presented a paper on “Effective Implementation Value Based Teaching”) Organised by R. D. Nath College of Arts & Commerce & W. A. Science College, Mumbai.
6. UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Teacher Education & Challenges of Charge” Organized by St Xavier’s institute of Education on 17th & 18th January 2003.
7. Conference on “Conducting & Guiding Doctoral Research in Education” by Dr. Padmakar Sapre: Organised by council of Teaching & Dr. N. K.. Upasani Research Centre of ACCER, Pune on 25th January 2004 at H. G. M. College of Education for Girls, Pune.

Affiliation
Life member of All India Association for Educational Research, (AIAER) Bhubaneshwar.