Staff Development and Extension

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Principal Dr. Sally Enos
University of Mumbai
• Appointed as the lead college to conduct the University level examination for B.Ed and M.Ed. for 10 cluster colleges in Navi Mumbai and Raigad area for 2021-22
• Successfully conducted the semester end examinations for the cluster colleges of B.Ed and M.Ed. in 2021-22
• Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. program.
• VC nominee as subject expert for career advancement scheme on 19th January 2022 for three teachers from stage 4 to stage 5 at BTTC.
• VC-nominee as subject expert for staff selection interview at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Education on 20th October 2021
Award
ASIA GCC award for excellence and Leadership in Education- Received Iconic Principal Award.
Resource Person:
• Resource person for the sessions on Understanding Learner Dynamics, on the following dates:
o Online Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 28th July 2021 organized by Joshi and Bedekar College Thane.
o Online Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 15th September 2021 organized by Birla College, Kalyan
o Short term Course organized by HRDC Goa University on 7th Dec 2021
o Faculty induction Program organized by H J College of Education under UGC HRDC UoM on 11th Dec 2021.
o Faculty Induction program organized by MSFDA UGC HRDC, Pune on 18th May 2022
o UGC HRDC University of Mumbai at RD and SH National College on 26th May 2022.
o NAAC orientation with reference to “Bloom’s Taxonomy for Effective Lesson Plan” 8th February 2022 organized by PHCOA, Rasayani
• Member of Board of Studies of School of Education and Research MIT Art Design and Technology University, Pune from June 2021.
• Member of the Scientific Advisory committee of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Navi Mumbai to review and provide recommendations on the research proposals of faculties, UG and PG students- 29th March 2022.
• Resource person for post-graduate certificate course in Research Methodology at Department of Education, University of Mumbai on 4th March 2022.
• Resource person for post-graduate certificate course in Research Methodology at Department of Education, University of Mumbai on 9th March 2022
• Convener of the revision of syllabus of Pre-PhD Course works in Education, January 2022.
• Completed the VIVA of 5 students in this academic year.
Professional Development:
• Attended the webinar on “Organ Donation” organized on 13th August 2021
• Successfully completed the seven days short term course in Correlation & Regression, Parametric and Nonparametric ANCOVA organized by Indian Teacher Education Community from 25th Aug. to 31st Aug 2021.
• Published research paper ‘Effect of Experiential Learning in Science on the Reasoning Ability of Upper Primary Students’, ISSN 2249-4367, PJERT Vol 10, Number 02, July- December 2021
• Patent No 202121048708 filed on 25/10/2021, ‘Portable Tool to hold the Umbrella Travelling in a Car.’

Dr. Saramma Mathew
• Appointed by University of Mumbai to jointly act as Evaluator, Paper Setter and/or Translator for examinations 4E00732 M. Ed. (Two years Course) (Choice based) (Semester-IV) Subject (Paper Code 54403) Management of Education (Semester-III) Subject (Paper Code 65602) Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Appointed as a peer observer for CAS by PCER Panvel.
Dr. Bhavna Dave
• Promoted from Assistant Professor Stage 2 to Assistant Professor Stage 3 with effect from 4th December 2021.
• Received the IARDO Rising Star Award for “The Best Performer in Education- 2021”
• Co-authored a research paper in the UGC Care peer reviewed & refereed Journal of Education published by Rabindra Bharati University, Vol. XXV, No.: 4(IV), April 2022 with ISSN no. 0972-7175, having an impact factor 5.8, titled “Comparative Study of the Perceived Influence of Dance on Emotional Intelligence among Dancers & Non-dancers.”
• Applied for the patent titled “English Speaking Error Detector AI-Based Mobile Chip” (App. No. 202121048707) filed on 25/10/2021 in India & has been accepted.
• Resource Person for Pillai Institute of Management Studies & Research (PIMSR) Faculty Development Workshop on “How to Write a Research Paper” scheduled on 17th March 2022.
• Published a paper titled “Usage of E-Commerce among Youth: A Boon to Economic downturn” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 10- Number 02- July-December 2021) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator by the Controller of Examinations-University of Mumbai, for the subject ‘Psychology of Learning & Development’ M.Ed. (Sem-1) CBCS-2 years course & ‘Pedagogy of English’ B.Ed. (Sem-2 & 3) CBCS-2 years course.

Dr. Geeta S. Thakur
• Promoted from Assistant Professor Stage 2 to Assistant Professor Stage 3 with effect from 4th December 2021.
• Received recognition as a PhD guide in the subject of Education of the University of Mumbai with effect from 2nd May 2022.
• Appointed as a paper setter/moderator/translator/examiner for M.Ed. Semester 4 (2020-22) Paper-54402 Environmental Education by the Controller of Examination – University of Mumbai.
• Appointed as a paper setter/moderator/translator/examiner for B.Ed. Semester 4 (2020-22) Paper-47616 Environmental Education by the University of Mumbai.
• Co-authored a research paper titled ‘Correlational Study: Motivation and Learner Engagement among Higher Education Learners’ in a UGC Care, Peer Reviewed and Refereed Journal – Journal of Education: Rabindra Bharati University, Vol: XXV, No: 5(1), May 2022. ISSN: 0972-7175 Impact Factor: 5.8
• Appointed as member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for the two-year CBCS B.Ed. programme at SXIE (Autonomous) on 10th August 2022.

Mrs. Namrata Saxena
• Successfully received Swayam Online Course Certification for four credit course on ‘Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)’ at the examination held in the month of March 2021.
• Promoted from Assistant Professor Stage 1 to Assistant Professor Stage 2 with effect from 4th December 2021.
• Presented a paper titled Analogies as a “means of knowing” and device of teaching in the epistemological “ways of knowing” across all disciplines and millennia– A study of literature at the International Webinar on “Exploring the Transformative Potential of Education: The Choices We Make” on 2nd and 3rd March, 2021 by SMT. KAPILA KHANDVALA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
• Participated Online training programme on ‘Flipped Classroom’ as part of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) organized on 8th June 2021 by Centre for Educational Initiatives and Research Global Trust (CEIR)
• Attended webinar on Instructional Design on 16th July’2021 by middle earth.
• Contributed and published a paper ‘Analogies as A “Means of Knowing” And Device of Teaching In The Epistemological “Ways of Knowing” Across All Disciplines and Millennia– A Study of Literature’ in an International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary Studies ISSN 2278-8808, SJIF 2021:7.380, Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journal, May-June, 2021 Volume 8, Issue 68, Released on 2021. Certificate No. SRJIS 05/05/2021
• Organised and participated in Online Webinar by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 13th August 2021.
• Participated in an International Webinar on ‘An insight into Women’s Health’ organised by Women Development Cell of Pillai College of Arts, Science and Commerce, New Panvel in association with Soroptimist International Bombay Chembur on Friday, 3rd September 2021.
• Participated in the Indian Council of Social Science Research sponsored 5 days National Webinar on “Virtual Education – Interactive and Inclusive Aspects” from 26th August to 30th August 2021, organized by Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel in collaboration with English Language Teachers Association of India (ELTAI) and Engineering Mathematics Teacher Society of India (EMTSI).
• Attended a half day training conducted by ARPAN on ‘Understanding Child Sexual Abuse and Personal Safety Education Programme Implementation’ On 11th and 12th October 2021
• Science pedagogy paper making paper setting and examiner cluster exams.
• Conducted Two days Professional development workshop on Jolly Phonics for the Early years section of the Indian School, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE in November 2021
• Appointed as paper setter, translator, examiner for various papers of University of Mumbai Cluster 7 Colleges April-May 2022. B.Ed. papers – Science pedagogy, Geography pedagogy, Knowledge and Curriculum, Education Management and Childhood and Growing up. M.Ed. papers – Communication Skills and Academic Writing and Teacher Education
• Appointed by Mumbai University to jointly act as Paper Setter and/or Translator for examinations held in First Half (Summer-2022). Program No. & Name of the Examination 4E00734 / / M. Ed. (Two years Course) (Choice based) (Semester-IV) Subject (Paper Code) 54401 / / Communication Skill and Academic Writing
• Appointed by Mumbai University to jointly act as Paper Setter and/or Translator for examinations held in First Half (Summer-2022). Program No. & Name of the Examination 4E00731 M. Ed. (Two years Course) (Choice based) (Semester-I) Subject (Paper Code) 75402 Teacher Education (R-2016)
• Filed for the Patent titled “MES Spork” (Patent App. No. 351151-001) on 12/10/2021 in India & has been accepted.
• Filed for the Patent titled “Emotional Intelligent Bag” (Patent App. No. 352739-001) filed on 10/11/2021 in India & has been accepted.
• Curriculum consultancy and teacher training of edukidz International chain of preschools for the year 2021-22 continued with an additional branch of Khanda centre.

Dr. Jiji Sahaya
• Participated in the ‘Five Day International Virtual Faculty Development Program by Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute jointly organized by the Faculty of Education and Academic Staff College, Dr. M. G. R. Educational and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu, Chennai-95, from 20th to 24th June 2022.
• Participated in the 15 days online FDP on “Basic Research” by Dr. D. N. Sansanwal and Dr. Pramod Kumar Gupta from 23rd June to 07th July 2022, organized by the Indian Teacher Education Community, Indore (M.P.).

Dr. Rakhi Sawlani
• Successfully completed 2 year Post Graduate Degree Programme in Economics from Indira Gandhi National Open University with A Grade. December 2021.
• Published a paper titled “Intervention of Task Based Learning in Enhancing English Grammar Proficiency of Children with Learning Disability” in Peer Reviewed Journal “Eduspectra”. December 2021, Vol-7, pp.31-45. ISSN 2394- 9430.
• Published a chapter titled ‘Gender Inclusion: Theory and Practice” in an edited book by Nalini Devi College of Teacher Education Bhubaneshwar on Social and Educational Issues of Transgenders published by National Publisher New Delhi.2022.
• Presented a paper in a two day online International Conference titled “Feminisation of Labour Force, Employment and Economic Development in context of India” organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training College, Mumbai, 2021. (Proceedings Published)
• Presented a paper in a National Conference titled ” Effect of Digital Storytelling in Teaching of science concepts among class VI students” organized by NCERT, Regional Institute of Education, Bhopal. 2021. (Proceedings published).

Ms. Darshana Jadhav
• Successfully completed capacity building programme and Pre-Ph.D. course in ‘Research Methodology in Social Sciences’ organized by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education from May 22nd to 29th 2021.
• Successfully completed capacity building programme and Pre-Ph.D. course in “Research Methodology in Social Sciences’ organized by ‘Center for Innovation at Hansraj Jivandas College of Education’ from Feb 17th to 3rd March 2022.

Mrs. Shruti Nair
• Published a research paper in the UGC Care peer reviewed & refereed Journal of Education published by Rabindra Bharati University, Vol. XXV, No.: 4(IV), April 2022 with ISSN no. 0972-7175, having an impact factor 5.8, titled “Comparative Study of the Perceived Influence of Dance on Emotional Intelligence among Dancers & Non-dancers.”
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
University of Mumbai
• Appointed as the lead college to conduct the University level examination for B.Ed. and M.Ed. for 10 cluster colleges in Navi Mumbai and Raigad area in August 2020.
• Successfully conducted the semester end examinations for the cluster colleges of B.Ed. and M.Ed. in September 2020, October 2020, December 2020 and May 2021.
• Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. program.
Resource Person:
• Resource person for the sessions on Understanding Learner Dynamics, on the following dates:
o Online Refresher course Program on e-Learning and e-Governance under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai and Bombay Teacher’s Training College on 18th September 2020.
o Online Faculty Induction Program under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 19th December 2020 organized by B.K. Birla College.
o Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 29th December 2020.
o Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 23rd January 2021.
• Member of the Scientific Advisory committee of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Navi Mumbai to review and provide recommendations on the research proposals of faculties, UG and PG students- 30th July 2020.
• Member of Board of Studies of School of Education and Research MIT Art Design and Technology University, Pune from June 2020.
• Member of the Syllabus approval committee (18th January 2021) for MA in Education and B.Ed. program, School of Education and Research, MIT Art Design and Technology University, Pune.
Professional Development:
• Participated in the Online National FDP on “Statistical Analysis of Quantitative Data Using Advance Excel for Research Scholars” organized by Rizvi College of Arts, Science and Commerce held on 3rd and 4th June 2020.
• Participated in an online workshop Organized on “Assessment Tools” by PCE and PCER Panvel in association with Center of Excellence in Science and Mathematics Education (CoESME), Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune, on 25th and 26th June 2020.
• Attended a webinar on Ethical Teacher Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ by the Guest Speaker Dr. Anuradha Jaiswal Academic Director, Gems group of schools, Nasik on 24th July 2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Integrating Soft skills in Online Teaching” by the Guest Speaker Dr. Vandana Mahajani Nagar Pramukh, Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari, Navi Mumbai Branch on 31st July 2020.
• Organized and attended a webinar on “Creating and Editing Video” by the Guest Speaker Ms Nitu Venugopal Faculty PHCE, Rasayani, on 1st August 2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Intellectual Property Rights” by the Guest Speaker
Mr Preeyesh Keekan Faculty, PHASC, Rasayani on 13th August 2020.
• Organized and participated in a webinar on Teaching for Perspective Change- Embracing Transformational Learning Practices by the Guest Speaker: Dr. Anne Grey Professor, Faculty Chair, Concordia University, Wisconsin in September 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on Developing Critical Thinking Skills in Students: Tools and Techniques for Teachers by the Guest Speaker Dr. Chetan Date President, Business Quality Systems on 26th September 2020.
• Attended the webinar organized by the IQAC of PCER, PCER Nature Club and PHCER in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare association on One Step at a Time: Making the Switch with a One Minute Habit by the Guest Speaker: Mrs. Sonia D’Souza Bhavsar Founder of Dropledge on 15th October 2020.
• Participated in NAAC sponsored webinar organized by IQAC of PCER Panvel from 3rd February to 5th February 2021 on Qualitative and Quantitative Metrics in Assessment of TEI’s as per NAAC guidelines 2019.
Courses completed:
• Successfully completed an online non-credit course of 4 weeks offered through Coursera on 16th July 2020, on “Grammar and Punctuation” authorized by University of California, Irvine.
• Successfully completed on 29th July 2020 an online non-credit course of 5 weeks offered through Coursera, on “Getting started with Essay Writing” authorized by University of California, Irvine.
• Successfully completed on 9th August 2020 an online non-credit course of 4 weeks, offered through Coursera, on “Introduction to Research for Essay Writing” authorized by University of California, Irvine.
• Successfully completed on 14th August 2020 an online non-credit course of 4 weeks offered through Coursera, on “Advanced Writing” authorized by University of California, Irvine.
• Successfully completed on 8th September 2020 an online non-credit course of 7 weeks offered through Coursera, on “Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills” authorized by University of Michigan.
• Successfully completed on 28th September 2020 an online non-credit course of 5 weeks offered through Coursera, on “Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community and Political Action” authorized by University of Michigan.

Dr. Pratima Pradhan
Dr. Latha Venkataraman
• Presented research paper entitled “Innovative Digital Tools for Learner Engagement in the Virtual Environment” in the one-day International Virtual Conference on ‘Innovative and Sustainable Educational Practices in Higher Education’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur in collaboration with International Science Community Association, Indore on 3rd December 2020.
• Published Research chapter entitled “Mahakavi Subramania Bharati – Champion of Women’s Emancipation” in book entitled “Indian Social Reformers” published by Kapshikar Publications, Nagpur, Maharashtra. (ISBN number: 978-81-943484-7-4)
• Resource person for Webinar on “Helping Students Learn in Online Classes’ conducted live on Facebook by a reputed library – ‘Joy of Books’, Chennai.
• Resource Person in the Mentored Internship Program “Right Approach to Understanding Student Higher Education” organized by Manav Rachna University, Delhi.
• Innovative processes adopted in Teaching and Learning:
• Posted on my blog – ‘Lathateacher.wordpress.com’ with 52,870 views from June 2020 to May 2021 – viewers from 124 countries of the world.
• Created concept-based video lessons for analysis by students of Business Studies.
• Developed self-knowledge by reading 230 e-books and 74 print books from June 2020 to May 2021.
• Created podcasts on different topics broadcast on Google Podcast, Spotify and 4 other world-wide platforms.
• Participated in 3-day webinar conducted live on YouTube by University of Mumbai, Thane sub-campus and Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on “Effective Leadership Skills Post Covid-19 Pandemic” conducted from 27 – 29 April 2020.
• Participated in national webinar conducted by Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research, New Panvel on “Focus in and Get Problems out with a Self-Coaching Toolkit,” on 20th May 2020.
• Participated in 2-day workshop on ‘Assessment Tools for Undergraduate College Teachers” jointly organised by Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel, Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel and Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune on 25th and 26th June 2020.
• Participated in world-wide webinar on “Theory of Knowledge conducted by ‘Managebac’ on July 30, 2020.
• Participated in one day National Seminar on “Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Views on Indian History” conducted by Yashoda Girls’ Arts & Commerce College, Nagpur on 28th April 2021.
• Published a book entitled A Glimpse into Political Perspectives of Education” co-authored with Ms. Nirupama PRV and published as e-book on Amazon.in (ASIN: B08YMW5CG4; Publication date: March 10, 2021) and Amazon.com (ASIN: B08YMW5CG4; Publication date: March 10, 2021)

Dr. Bhavna Dave
• Editor of the biannual peer-reviewed ‘Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology’ with ISSN-2249-4367 since July 2019 till date.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ on 24th July 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Integrating Soft Skills in Online Teaching” on 31st July 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Published a paper titled “Teacher’s views on Value Degradation among Students and Means of Inculcation of Values” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 09- Number 02- July-December 2020) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Member of the syllabus framing committee of ‘Childhood and Growing Up’ Course for the 4-Year Integrated B. Com B. Ed. Program, University of Mumbai (September-2020).
• Attended the online workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of PCERP on 3rd September 2020.
• Conducted three sessions of 1 hour duration on English Language Competency Test (ELCT) & conducted ELCT practice test for Prospective students (A.Y. 2020-2022) of PCERP in Sept- October-2020.
• Attended the Webinar on “Teaching for Perspective Change- Embracing Transformational Learning Practices” on 12th September 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Attended the Webinar on “Critical Thinking: Tools and Techniques for Teachers” held on Saturday, 26th September 2020 organized by PCERP.
• Attended the webinar on “World Habitat Day: 1 Minute Habit Formation” on 15th October 2020, organized by PCERP in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare Association, Chembur.
• Conducted a session as Resource Person on ‘Developing Critical Thinking Skills’ on Tuesday, 3rd November 2020 during the 2nd Phase of the 15th In-service Teachers’ Training Program conducted by Anjuman –I- Islam’s Akbar Peerbhoy College of Education, Vashi.
• Participated in the webinar on “Preparing Teachers for Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Classroom” held on Saturday, 21st November 2020 & organized by Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani.
• In January 2021, compiled & edited the Proceedings of the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering: People & Nature- A livable & Sustainable Future.
• As IQAC Coordinator of PCER-Panvel was the organizing Secretary of the NAAC Sponsored Webinar on “Qualitative & Quantitative Metrics in Assessment of TEIs as per NAAC Guidelines 2019” from 3rd to 5th February 2021. Compiled the Webinar proceedings, completed the required documentation & received funding for the college- Rs. 33875/- on 25th March 2021 from NAAC.
• Participated in the International Webinar on Education for Social Cohesion on 13th & 14th February 2021 organized by Baha’i Academy in collaboration with various institutions.
• Successfully completed the workshop on “Understanding Integration of Art and Drama as an Integral part of School Subjects” from 3rd March to 9th March 2021 organized by School of Education of Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching, MoE, Govt. of India.
• Conducted online sessions (8 hrs.) on four units of ‘Paper-2: Advanced Educational Psychology’ from 7th March to 14th April 2021, for M.A. Education-Part-1 students of IDOL- University of Mumbai as PCP lectures.
• As paper setter of Advanced Educational Psychology Paper-2 of M.A. Education-Part-1 of IDOL- University of Mumbai submitted a multiple-choice question bank in the month of April 2021.
• As Ph.D. guide attended the interview session for selection of new Ph.D. Candidates on 15th May 2021 & the half yearly presentation session by the registered Ph.D. candidates on 22nd May 2021 organized by the PCERP- Ph.D. Center.

Dr. Geeta S. Thakur
Paper Publications
• Published a paper titled ‘Correlation between Emotional Intelligence and Problem-Solving Ability of Students’ in biannual Pillai Journal of Educational Research and Technology (PJERT) in Volume 09, January – June 2020 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.
Refresher courses
• Successfully completed Refresher Course in ‘Teacher Educators: Learning Outcomes and Educational Reform – Pedagogy, Assessment and Quality Assurance’ (Online Mode) from 14th August 2020 to 27th August 2020 and obtained grade (A) [UGC-SPONSORED (Core) 2020-2021] Short term courses
• Successfully Completed Seven Days Short Term Program on “Human Rights” conducted through MOOC platform, organized by IQAC and IIC of Sree Ayyappa College for Women, Chunkankadai in collaboration with UGC- HRDC, Kannur University, Kerala from 3rd to 9th October 2020.
University Syllabus Framing
• Was a part of the syllabus framing committee for Mumbai University’s 4-year Integrated B.Com., B.Ed. for the subject “Environmental Education”.
Paper setting
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 3, 2019-21 Pedagogy of School Subject – Mathematics.
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 4, 2018-20 and Semester 4, 2019-21, ‘Creating an Inclusive School’.
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 1, 2020-22, ‘Gender School and Society’.
Examination
• Was the examination coordinator of the lead college, PCER Panvel among a cluster of 9 colleges. Conducted Semester 3 and Semester 4 for B.Ed. 2019-21 batch and Semester 1 examination for B.Ed. 2020-22 batch.
• As paper setter of ‘Paper-2: Advanced Educational Psychology’ for M.A. Education-Part-1 of IDOL- University of Mumbai submitted multiple choice question bank in the month of April 2021.
Courses completed
• Successfully completed “Introduction to Psychology” course offered by YALE University through Coursera on July 7, 2020.
Workshops/Webinars conducted/presented as a resource person
• Attended the webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ on 24th July 2020, organized by IQAC of PCER, Panvel.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Integrating Soft Skills in Online Teaching” on 31st July 2020, organized by IQAC of PCER, Panvel.
• Attended a workshop on ‘Creating and Editing Video Lessons’ organized by IQAC, PCER PANVEL and PHCER, RASAYANI on 1st August 2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Intellectual Property Rights” by the Guest Speaker
Mr Preeyesh Keekan Faculty, PHASC, Rasayani on 13th August 2020.
• Attended the online workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel along with & Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani on 3rd September 2020.
• Attended the Webinar on “Teaching for Perspective Change- Embracing Transformational Learning Practices” on 12th September 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Attended the Webinar on “Critical Thinking: Tools and Techniques for Teachers” held on Saturday, 26th September 2020 organized by IQAC of PCER, Panvel.
• Attended the webinar on “World Habitat Day: 1 Minute Habit Formation” on 15th October 2020, organized by IQAC of PCER Panvel in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare Association, Chembur.
• Participated in the webinar on “Preparing Teachers for Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Classroom” held on Saturday, 21st November 2020 & organized by Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani.
• Attended NAAC sponsored webinar on ‘Qualitative and quantitative metrics in assessment of TEIs as per the NAAC guidelines of 2019’ organized by IQAC PCER, Panvel from 3rd – 5th February 2021.
• Conducted a session as Resource Person on “Journey to the Inner Self” on Monday, March 15th, 2021, as a part of ‘An Interactive Lecture Series – Beyond the Curriculum’ conducted by Anjuman –I- Islam’s Akbar Peerbhoy College of Education, Vashi.
• Conducted online sessions (8 hrs.) on four units of ‘Paper-2: Advanced Educational Psychology’ from 7th March to 14th April 2021, for M.A. Education-Part-1 students of IDOL- University of Mumbai as PCP lectures.

Mrs. Namrata Saxena
Paper Publications
• Presented a paper titled ‘Analogies as a “means of knowing” and device of teaching in the epistemological “ways of knowing” across all disciplines and millennia– A study of literature’ at the International Webinar on “Exploring the Transformative Potential of Education: The Choices We Make” on 2nd and 3rd March 2021 by Smt. Kapila Khandwala College of Education
Refresher courses
• Participated in Refresher Course in ‘Teacher Educators: Learning Outcomes and Educational Reform -Pedagogy, Assessment and Quality Assurance’ (Online Mode) from 14th August 2020 to 27th August 2020 and obtained grade (A) [UGC-SPONSORED (Core) 2020-2021] Short term courses
• Completed online short-term course on “Inclusive Learning Environment” conducted through MOOC platform, organized by Inter University Centre for Disability Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College Of Education And Research, Chembur, Mumbai from 10th June, 2020 to 18th June, 2020
University Syllabus Framing
• Contributed as syllabus framing committee for Mumbai University’s Integrated B.com, B.Ed. for the subject ‘CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING OF ICT’.
Paper setting
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 3, Pedagogy of School Subject – Science, December 2020.
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 3, Pedagogy of School Subject – Geography, December 2020.
• University of Mumbai examination B.Ed. Semester 4, 2018-20, ‘Creating an Inclusive School’.
Projects
• Water management faculty in-charge for PCER, Panvel being a RECOGNISED SAP (SWACHHTA ACTION PLAN) INSTITUTION, under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India – 7th August 2020.
Courses completed
• Successfully completed ‘Learning to Teach Online’ course offered by UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales) and Coursera on October 1, 2020.
• Successfully completed McMaster University, University of California San Diego and Coursera’s ‘Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools’ course on July 13, 2020.
Workshops/Webinars conducted/presented as a resource person
• Invited as a Resource Person to speak for the Live Webinar on ‘NEP- 2020 – Vision for a prospective Nation’ organized by Center of Education, Indian Institute of Teacher Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in collaboration with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, Mumbai, on 8th September 2020.
• Conducted a workshop as a resource on ‘Creating An Online Test’ the WORKSHOP SERIES ON “Online Teaching-Learning & Formative Assessment Techniques” organized by IQAC, PCER, PANVEL from 5th June to 10th June 2020.
Curriculum consultancy and training
• Curriculum consultancy and teacher training at Early Years section at Mahatma Education Society and edukidz INTERNATIONAL chain of preschools for the year 2020-21.
Workshops/Webinars attended
• Participated in International Webinar on ‘Exploring the Transformative Potential of Education: The Choices We Make’ held on 2nd and 3rd March 2021 by Smt. Kapila Khandwala College of Education.
• Attended NAAC sponsored webinar on ‘Qualitative and quantitative metrics in assessment of TEIs as per the NAAC guidelines of 2019’ organized by IQAC PCER, Panvel from 3rd – 5th February 2021.
• Attended Workshop via online mode by Makeshift on ‘21st century teaching, education leadership and beyond’ on 19th December 2020.
• Attended Webinar on “Preparing Teachers for Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Classroom” organized by PHCER on 21st November 2020.
• Attended Webinar on “World Habitat Day: Habit Formation” organized by IQAC, PCER, Panvel on 15th October 2020.
• Attended A Webinar on “Critical Thinking: Tools and Techniques for Teachers” organized by IQAC, PCER, Panvel on 26th September 2020.
• Attended webinar on ‘Teaching for perspective change – embracing transformational learning practices’ organized by IQAC, PCER, Panvel on 12th September 2020.
• Participated in Online Study Circle on ‘Improvisation in Times of Uncertainty’ organized by Smt. Kapila Khandwala College of Education & Bombay Teachers’ Training College on 11th September 2020.
• Attended a workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel & Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani, on 3rd September 2020.
• Attended One Day National Level Webinar on “Assessment and Accreditation process of NAAC”, approved by NAAC and organized by IQAC, Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel on 28th August 2020.
• Attended WORKSHOP on ‘Creating and Editing Video Lessons’ organized by IQAC, PCER PANVEL and PHCER, RASAYANI on 1st August 2020.
• Participated in the webinar titled, “Integrating Soft-Skills in Online Teaching”, organized by the IQAC of MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 31st July 2020.
• Attended an Online webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ organized by IQAC PCER, PANVEL on 24th July 2020.
• Participated in National Webinar Series 2 on “Knowledge generation in Education during Covid-19 pandemic – Qualitative Research” organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training College, HSNC University, Mumbai along with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai from 1st June to 6th June 2020.
• Attended the online workshop on ‘Assessment tools’ held on 25th and 26th June 2020 organised by Department of Sciences, Mathematics and Humanities, Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel, and Pillai College of Research and Education in association with Center of Excellence in Science and Mathematics Education (CoESME) at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune.
• Attended Webinar on “Effective Classroom Management” organized by Experiential Education Lab organized on 6th June 2020.
• Participated in National Webinar Series on “Knowledge generation in Education during Covid-19 pandemic organized by Bombay Teachers” Training College, HSNC University, Mumbai along with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai from 12th May to 16th May 2020.
• Attended the ‘SquareTales Teacher Training Program’ held from April 30 to May 8, 2020.
• Participated in National Webinar on “Dr. Ambedkar: Education and Social Justice” organized by School of Education, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, Maharashtra under the scheme of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT), MHRD, Govt. of India during 13th – 14th April 2020.
• Conducted a week-long Yoga session for students of B.Ed. and M.Ed. in preparation for the celebration of International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2021.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ on 24th July 2020, organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Integrating Soft Skills in Online Teaching” on 31st July 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Participated in an International Webinar on “Demystifying Femininities and Masculinities” organized by Women Development and Empowerment Cell on B.K Shroff College of Arts and M.H. Shroff College of Commerce, Kandivali on 11th August 2020.
• Participated in the 1st episode of the International Webinar Series on Sustainable Developmental Goals 2030 tilted, “Synergizing Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs): Envisioning the Future We Want” conducted on August 29th, 2020, by St. Joseph’s College of Commerce (Autonomous), affiliated to Bengaluru Central University.
• Published a paper titled “A Study of the Effect of Screen -Casting Videos on the Knowledge Acquisition of Distance Learners” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 09- Number 02- July-December 2020) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Member of the syllabus framing committee of ‘Contemporary India and Education’ course for the 4-Year Integrated B. Com. – B. Ed. Program, University of Mumbai (September-2020)
• Member of the syllabus framing committee of ‘Understanding Self’ course for the 4-Year Integrated B. Com. – B. Ed. Program, University of Mumbai (September-2020)
• Attended the online workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of PCERP on 3rd September 2020.
• Conducted a session on General Knowledge test and conducted a practice test for prospective students for the new academic year 2020-2022 in September 2020.
• Attended the Webinar on “Teaching for Perspective Change- Embracing Transformational Learning Practices” on 12th September 2020, organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended the Webinar on “Critical Thinking: Tools and Techniques for Teachers” held on Saturday, 26th September 2020 organized by PCERP.
• Attended the webinar on “World Habitat Day: 1 Minute Habit Formation” on 15th October 2020, organized by PCERP in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare Association, Chembur.
• Published a paper titled “A Study of the Socio-emotional Competence among Secondary School Students” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 09- Number 02- July-December 2020) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Participated in the webinar on “Preparing Teachers for Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Classroom” held on Saturday, 21st November 2020 & organized by Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani.
• Participated in the NAAC Sponsored Webinar on “Qualitative & Quantitative Metrics in Assessment of TEIs as per NAAC Guidelines 2019” from 3rd to 5th February 2021.
• Participated in the International Webinar on Education for Social Cohesion on 13th and 14th February 2021 organized by Baha’i Academy in collaboration with various institutions.
• Enrolled as Global Unity Campaigner with Baha’i Academy, Panchgani and participated in a webinar, “Observance of the UN’s International Day of Families” organized by Baha’i Academy, Panchgani on 14th May 2021.

Ms. Bindu Tambe
• Conducted a week-long Yoga session for students of B.Ed. and M.Ed. in preparation for the celebration of International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2021.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Ethical Teacher Behaviour Modifications for Enhancing Professionalism’ on 24th July 2020, organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended the webinar on ‘Integrating Soft Skills in Online Teaching” on 31st July 2020, organized by PCERP.
• Participated in an International Webinar on “Demystifying Femininities and Masculinities” organized by Women Development and Empowerment Cell on B.K Shroff College of Arts and M.H. Shroff College of Commerce, Kandivali on 11th August 2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Intellectual Property Rights” by the Guest Speaker
Mr Preeyesh Keekan Faculty, PHASC, Rasayani on 13th August 2020.
• Participated in the 1st episode of the International Webinar Series on Sustainable Developmental Goals 2030 tilted, “Synergizing Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs): Envisioning the Future We Want” conducted on August 29th, 2020, by St. Joseph’s College of Commerce (Autonomous), affiliated to Bengaluru Central University.
• Published a paper titled “A Study of the Effect of Screen -Casting Videos on the Knowledge Acquisition of Distance Learners” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 09- Number 02- July-December 2020) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Member of the syllabus framing committee of ‘Contemporary India and Education’ course for the 4-Year Integrated B. Com. – B. Ed. Program, University of Mumbai (September-2020)
• Member of the syllabus framing committee of ‘Understanding Self’ course for the 4-Year Integrated B. Com. – B. Ed. Program, University of Mumbai (September-2020)
• Attended the online workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of PCERP on 3rd September 2020.
• Conducted a session on General Knowledge test and conducted a practice test for prospective students for the new academic year 2020-2022 in September 2020.
• Attended the Webinar on “Teaching for Perspective Change- Embracing Transformational Learning Practices” on 12th September 2020, organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended the Webinar on “Critical Thinking: Tools and Techniques for Teachers” held on Saturday, 26th September 2020 organized by PCERP.
• Attended the webinar on “World Habitat Day: 1 Minute Habit Formation” on 15th October 2020, organized by PCERP in collaboration with Soroptimist Welfare Association, Chembur.
• Published a paper titled “A Study of the Socio-emotional Competence among Secondary School Students” in the biannual peer reviewed Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology (Volume 09- Number 02- July-December 2020) with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Participated in the webinar on “Preparing Teachers for Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Classroom” held on Saturday, 21st November 2020 & organized by Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani.
• Effectively conducted online exams as Examination conductor for Semester 4 (2018-20) for both B.Ed. and M. Ed. students from October to December2020.
• Conducted online exams for M.Ed. students of Semester 3 and 4 of 2019-21 batch.
• Participated in the NAAC Sponsored Webinar on “Qualitative & Quantitative Metrics in Assessment of TEIs as per NAAC Guidelines 2019” from 3rd to 5th February 2021.
• Participated in the International Webinar on Education for Social Cohesion on 13th & 14th February 2021 organized by Baha’i Academy in collaboration with various institutions.
• Enrolled as Global Unity Campaigner with Baha’i Academy, Panchgani and participated in a webinar, “Observance of the UN’s International Day of Families” organized by Baha’i Academy, Panchgani on 14th May 2021.

Ms. Pradnya Jadhav
• Completed the one-week online workshop on ‘Understanding Integration of Art and Drama as an Integral part of School Subjects’ organized by Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar from 3rd March to 9th March,2021.
• Attended Workshop on “Online Assessment Techniques” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel & Pillai HOC College of Education & Research, Rasayani, on 3rd September 2020.

Mr. Gyanendrapratap Singh
• Participated in the “One day International Webinar on Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences (IWMMS-2020)” organised by the Department of Mathematics, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara on 29-08-2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Integrating TOK: Group 5 DP subjects” by Michael Dunn on October 27, 2020.
• Attended a webinar on “Study and Exam Skills in the Digital Era” organised by the Psychology department of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel in collaboration with the Mental health and Behavioural Sciences Department of Fortis Healthcare on December 19, 2020.
• Received certificate of Appreciation from Rotaract Club of Panvel Elite for efforts and support towards Rotaract Cause.
• Participated in SAIBSA Job Alike sessions for IBDP Mathematics Analysis & Approaches on January 31, 2021.
• Attended a webinar on “Teaching Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics successfully” with Mr. Ian Bettison on February 24, 2021.
• Participated in the webinar on “Embedding Global Perspective skills into the primary and lower secondary English, Mathematics and Science classrooms” with Dr. Elaine Higglton and Nick Coates on 9th March 2021.
• Participated in CASIO GDC ADVANCE TRAINING WORKSHOP sessions organised by Casio India Company Pvt. Ltd. on May 1, May 8 & May 22, 2021.

Mrs. Isha Dhody
• Attended the online workshop on ―Online Assessment Techniques‖ organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of PCERP on 3rd September 2020.
• Attended NAAC sponsored webinar on “Qualitative and quantitative metrics in assessment of TEIs as per the NAAC guidelines of 2019‘ organized by IQAC PCER, Panvel from 3rd- 5th February 2021.
• Participated in National Webinar Series on ―Knowledge generation in Education during Covid-19 pandemic organized by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, HSNC University, Mumbai along with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai from 12th May to 16th May 2020.

Principal Dr. Sally Enos
University of Mumbai
• Member of the Co-ordination Committee for checking and moderating the internal marks and grades for F.Y. B.Ed. and S.Y. B.Ed. 2019- 2020
• Paper setter, examiner and moderator for F.Y and S.Y. M.Ed. program.
• Member of the M.Phil. Syllabus committee 2019, University of Mumbai
Resource Person:
Resource person for the sessions on Understanding Learner Dynamics, on the following dates:
• Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 1st June’ 2019.
• Orientation Program under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 12th November 2019.
• Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 3rd December 2019.
• Orientation Program under RUSA, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 21st January 2020.
• Capacity Building Program for teachers of Model Degree College, Ratnagiri under RUSA UGC-HRDC University of Mumbai on 6th November and 7th November 2019.
• Workshop on ‘Learner Dynamics’ for the Faculty Development Program at Clara’s College of Commerce, Versova-Mumbai, on Saturday, 29th June 2019.
• Workshops on Learner and Learning with reference to Examination for Std X and XII students of St Peters Mar Thoma Church New Panvel and Immanuel Church, Nerul from August to December 2019.
• Workshop on ‘Qualitative Research- Focus Group Discussion and Indepth Interview” under the Faculty Development Program organized by School of Education, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha and Thane sub centre, University of Mumbai on 14th February 2020
• Conducted a short-Term Course as a Coordinator in Collaboration with UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on “Contemporary Strategies for Teaching and Assessment” from 6th February to 12th February 2020.
• Member of the selection committee as Vice Chancellors nominee for the selection of Assistant professor at Ponda Education Society’s College of Education, Farmagudi- Goa on 22nd October 2019.
• Part of the Scientific Advisory committee to review approx 50 research proposals of faculties and students of MGM College of Nursing, Kamothe on 31st January 2020.
• Member of the Scientific Advisory committee of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Navi Mumbai to review and provide recommendations on the research proposals of faculties, UG and PG students.
• Member of the School Management Committee of Gregorian Public School, Roha.
Professional Development:
• Paper Published: ‘Nature our Teacher’ in PCERP Symposium proceedings on Education in Universal Human values ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3
• Attended Webinar on “MOOC –e-learning the road ahead” by Prof Bhanushe Mandar IDOL, University of Mumbai on 18th April 2020
• Attended Webinar on “Online teaching and Learning Using Google Classroom and Google meet” on 22nd May 2020, Organized by Pillai College of Engineering, Panvel.
• Attended webinar on Virtual Fireside Chat with renowned speakers on the topic “Global Business Perspectives in Post Covid Recovery” organized by IWFCI, India national chapter on 23rd May 2020.
• Attended Webinar talk by Dr V Sirugiri Centre Director UGC-DAE Centre for Scientific research, Mubai on “What is required for successful Research Proposal” organized by Pillai College of Engineering, Panvel on 23rd May 2020.
• Attended webinar on “Turn the challenges to opportunities: Covid 19 Pandemic and measures to combat it” Speaker Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal Education Minister HRD, organized by NAAC on 28th May 2020.
• Successfully completed Online refresher Course under Annual Refresher Program in Teaching (ARPIT)- Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India and scored 81% in the examination conducted by NTAon 16th February 2020.
• Successfully completed an online certificate course of ten days with an A grade on ‘e-content development’ Phase 1, organized by Universal Teacher Academy, Puducherry-Tamil Nadu from 3rd April to 12th April 2020.
• Successfully completed an online certificate course of ten days on ‘e-content development’ Phase 2 organized by Universal Teacher Academy, Puducherry-Tamil Nadu from 21st April to 30th April 2020.
• Successfully completed an e-certificate course of 10 weeks from Coursera on 29th May 2020, on “Science of Well Being” offered by Yale University.
• Successfully completed an e-certificate course of four weeks from Coursera on 31st May 2020, on “Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects” offered by McMaster University, University of California San Diego.

Dr. Pratima Pradhan
• Presented a research based paper entitled “Impact of Video Assisted Instructions on the Awareness of Environmental Pollution”, Research Forum, Mahatma Education Society, 26/09/2019
• Organized a National level seminar on Environmental Re-engineering Series- 10: People and Nature: A Livable and Sustainable Future On 21/12/2019, Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel
• Attended One day Workshop on ‘Computerized onscreen marking system (OSM) at Pillai College of Engineering on 17/02/2020, organized by University of Mumbai, Mumbai.
• Successfully completed Online refresher course in education, ARPIT, Enrollment Date: 15/11/2019
• Published a paper entitled ‘Attitude of Higher Secondary School Students towards Universal Human Values’ in the ‘Proceedings of the Workshop & Symposium on Education in Universal Human Values’ with ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3
• Acted as Paper Setter, Moderator & Examiner and Translator for various papers in M.Ed. Examinations of University of Mumbai.

Ms. Latha Venkataraman
Research Papers presented and published at International Conference:
• Research Paper entitled “The Spirituality of Mahatma Gandhi” published in conference proceedings of UGC sponsored Interdisciplinary International Conference on ‘Exploration of Mahatma @ 150’ organized by Gandhi Study Centre, New Arts, Commerce & Science College at Wardha on 29th February 2020. (ISSN: 2319-9318)
Research Papers presented and published at National Conferences:
• Presented research paper entitled “Challenges in Imparting IB Education in India” published in conference proceedings of Multidisciplinary National Seminar on “Challenges of Education in 21st Century” organised by Thakur Shyamnarayan College of Education & Research in collaboration with Thane Sub-Campus, University of Mumbai on 21st December 2019. (ISBN: 978-81-932809-7-3)
• Published research paper as Chapter in Reference book (ISBN: 978-81-943484-1-2) entitled “Mahatma Gandhi: Life, Work, Vision & Mission” published by Department of History, Yashoda Girls’ Arts & Commerce College, Nagpur on 31st January 2020.
Chairperson for International Conference:
• Functioned as Chairperson of Paper Presentation Session at UGC sponsored Interdisciplinary International Conference on ‘Exploration of Mahatma @ 150’ organized by Gandhi Study Centre, New Arts, Commerce & Science College at Wardha on 29th February 2020.
Participation in webinars:
• Participated in the Online workshop on “Assessment Tools” for teachers on 25th and 26th June 2020, conducted by Pillai College of Engineering and Pillai College of Research and Education in association with Centre of Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Education (CoESME), Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune.
• Participated in the webinar of “The Golden Jubilee Talk Series” on “Focus In and Get Problems Out with a Self-Coaching Toolkit” on 20th May, 2020.
• Participated in the webinar on “Making VC Engaging” by Quillionz on 13th May 2020.
• Participated in the Online Webinar on “Effective Leadership SKILLS post COVID-19 pandemic” organized by University of Mumbai, Thane sub-campus in association with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur, conducted live on YouTube from 27th to 29th April 2020.
• Completed 7 module “Google for Educators” training conducted by Google for Education from March 2020 to April 2020.
Articles written and posted on my Blog:
• “Power of Prayer” posted on 15th June 2020. (https://lathateacher.wordpress.com/2020/06/15/power-of-prayer/)
• “Thinking and Thinking Skills” on 17th May 2020. (https://lathateacher.wordpress.com/2020/05/17/thinking-and-thinking-skills-2/)
• “Impact of Globalisation on Higher Education (Part 2): Need for a New Regulatory Framework in Higher Education” posted on 16th April 2020. (https://lathateacher.wordpress.com/2020/04/16/impact-of-globalisation-on-higher-education-part-2-need-for-a-new-regulatory-framework-in-higher-education/)
• “Staying Upbeat in the Face of Adversity” posted on 6th April 2020. (https://lathateacher.wordpress.com/2020/04/06/staying-upbeat-in-the-face-of-adversity/)
• “Success is Inspirational 2” posted on 9th March 2020. (https://lathateacherblog.wordpress.com/2020/03/09/success-is-inspirational-2/)
• “Celebrating Success!” posted on 15th February 2020. (https://lathateacherblog.wordpress.com/2020/02/15/celebrating-success/)
• “Lighting the lamp” posted on 22nd January 2020. (https://lathateacherblog.wordpress.com/2020/01/22/lighting-the-lamp/)

Dr. Bhavna Dave
• Participated in the discussion of betterment and enhancement of Assessment work for Examinations in the capacity of Paper setter of Subjects in Education, organized by CAP section, University of Mumbai on 22nd May 2019
• Participated in the First Term Training Programme for Extension Work Teachers & Student Managers as College In-Charge of Extension work at Janardan Bhagat Shikshan Prasarak Sanstha’s Ramsheth Thakur College of Commerce & Science, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai on 24th June 2019.
• Participated in the one-day Orientation Workshop on “Nai Talim Lesson Plans” organized by University of Mumbai, Thane Sub-campus, Thane, on 28th June 2019.
• Invited as a Resource Person to conduct a session on “Promoting Rectitude of Conduct” at the Faculty Development Program on the theme ‘Professional Skills and Moral Capabilities: Abilities, Skills and Healthy Attitudes’ organized by UGC-HRDC-Savitribai Phule, Pune University in collaboration with the Baha’i Academy, Panchagani on 4th July 2019.
• Presented a paper titled “Effectiveness of Jigsaw as a Co-operative Strategy on Academic Achievement in Social Studies among School Students” in MES faculty Seminar, organized by the Mahatma Education Society’s Research Forum at Dr. K.M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel on 27th September 2019.
• Published a paper entitled ‘Right Living-The Path to Happiness’ in the ‘Proceedings of the Workshop & Symposium on Education in Universal Human Values’ with ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3
• Invited as a resource person to conduct a session on “Student Counselling” for the RUSA Capacity Building Program for Teachers of Model Degree College held at R.P. Gogte College of Arts & Science and R. V. Joglekar College of Commerce, Ratnagiri on 7th November 2019.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 10: People & Nature-A Livable and Sustainable Future” on 23rd December 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Published a paper titled “Encashing Waste-Need of the Hour!” in the PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-93-82626-51-0.
• Attended the session on “Literature Review” by Dr. Priam Pillai, organized by the Research Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 1st February 2020.
• Part of the organizing committee of the Short-term Course on “Contemporary Strategies For Teaching and Assessment” for Teaching Faculty from different disciplines, conducted by PCER-Panvel in association with UGC HRDC-University of Mumbai from 6th to 12th February, 2020 and also a resource person for sessions on ‘Speechnotes- to convert speech to text’ & ‘ Creating a Spoken Tutorial using Screen-Cast-o-Matic’.
• Participated in a webinar on “Effective Leadership Skills –Post COVId-19 Pandemic” organized by University of Mumbai, Thane Sub-Campus, in collaboration with MES’ Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur, from 27th to 29th April 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on “NAAC Revised Accreditation Framework 2020” organized by Rubrics Softcon Private Limited, Pune on 30th April 2020.
• Successfully completed a 4-week online course authorized by Mc Master University and University of California San Diego offered through Coursera on ‘Learning How to Learn: Powerful Mental Tools to help you master tough subjects’ in the month of May 2020.
• Attended and completed three phases of the workshop on use of ICT tools conducted by Universal Teachers Academy, Puducherry, during the Covid-19 lockdown period.
• The 10-day online workshop from 3rd April to 12th April 2020 included Mind mapping, creating interactive e-content, Google forms, creating digital brochures and certificates.
• The 10-day online workshop from 21st to 30th April 2020 included Creation of basic e-content, animated e-content, stop-motion animation, creation of e-content and uploading the content on the web.
• The 5-day workshop from 14th to 18th May 2020 included Introduction to animation, creation of animated objects and characters, creative of interactive animation and Evaluation.
• Participated in a two-day national level basic workshop on “Writing and Publication” on May 2nd and 3rd, 2020 organized by Pinnacle Educare, Pune registered under the Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India.
• Participated in a webinar on Mendeley-A Reference Management tool on 2nd May 2020, organized by the IQAC of Bombay Teachers’ Training College, HSNC University, Mumbai.
• Participated in a live session on “Online Examination & Internal Assessment Tools- A Platform for Teachers” held on 8th May 2020 organized by Edfly Learn and GSB’s Smt. Surajba College of Education, Mumbai.
• Conducted an online workshop as Resource Person on “Know thy Intelligences” for students organized by Departments of Biotechnology & Microbiology, Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai on 15th May 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on Cyber Awareness & Security for Academicians in the New Normal on 19th May 2020, organized by Sophia College, Mumbai.
• Participated in a webinar on “Stress Management during & Post Covid-19” held on 19th May 2020 organized by Inner Wheel Club, Mumbai Film City in association with Wholistic Care Centre, Mumbai and the Thane Sub-campus of University of Mumbai.
• Participated in a webinar on “Online Teaching and Learning using Google Classroom and Google Meet” held on 22nd May 2020 organized by Pillai College of Engineering, Panvel.

Dr. Geeta S. Thakur
• Was awarded the doctorate degree in the field of Education from the University of Mumbai on 26th November 2019.
• Published a paper entitled ‘Value Education in India: Vedic and Historical View’ in the ‘Proceedings of the Workshop & Symposium on Education in Universal Human Values’ with ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3
• Presented a paper titled “Correlation between Emotional Intelligence and Problem-Solving Ability of Students” in MES faculty Seminar, organized by the Mahatma Education Society’s Research Forum at Dr. K.M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel on 27th September 2019.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 10: People & Nature-A Livable and Sustainable Future” on 23rd December 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Attended the session on “Literature Review” by Dr. Priam Pillai, organized by the Research Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 1st February 2020.
• Attended one-day workshop on “Computerized On-Screen Marking System (OSM)” under the aegis of University of Mumbai and organized by IQAC, Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel, on 7th February 2020.
• Successfully completed an online certificate course of ten days on ‘e-content development’ Phase 1, organized by Universal Teacher Academy, Puducherry-Tamil Nadu from 3rd April to 12th April 2020. The sessions included Mind mapping, creating interactive e-content, Google forms, creating digital brochures and certificates. The workshop was from 3rd April to 12th April 2020.
• Attended a two-week faculty development programme on “Managing Online Classes and Co-creating MOOCs” organized by MHRD, PMMMNMTT Teaching Learning Centre Ramanujan College from 20th April to 6th May 2020.
• Attended a webinar Series on “Effective Leadership SKILLS post COVID-19 pandemic” held between 27th April to 29th April 2020, organized by University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus In association with MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
• Successfully completed an online certificate course of ten days on ‘e-content development’ Phase 2 organized by Universal Teacher Academy, Puducherry-Tamil Nadu from 21st April to 30th April 2020. The workshop included Creation of basic e-content, animated e-content, stop-motion animation, creation of e-content and uploading the content on the web.
• Attended a National Webinar Series on ‘Knowledge Generation in Education during Covid-19 Pandemic” held between 12th May to 16th ay 2020, organized by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, Mumbai; HSNC University, Mumbai along with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
• Successfully completed a 5-day free Online Workshop for Teachers from 14th to 18th May 2020 organized by Universal Teachers Academy, Puducherry. The workshop included Introduction to animation, creation of animated objects and characters, creative of interactive animation and Evaluation.
• Successfully completed an e-certificate course of six weeks from Coursera starting from 25th May 2020, on “Introduction to Psychology” offered by Yale University.
Mrs. Namrata Saxena
• Participated in a National Webinar Series on ‘Knowledge Generation in Education during Covid-19 Pandemic” held between 12th May to 16th May 2020, organized by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, Mumbai; HSNC University, Mumbai along with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
• Participated in ‘Square Tales Teacher Training Program’ organized by Square Panda from April 30 to May 8, 2020
• Attended National Webinar has participated in National Webinar / Online Seminar on Dr. Ambedkar: Education and Social Justice organized by School of Education, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, Maharashtra under the scheme of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT), MHRD, Govt. of India during 13th -14th April 2020.
• Paper published on ‘Analogy for higher order thinking and learning’ in seminar proceedings of ‘National level seminar cum workshop on Academic writing-enhancing education competencies’ with ISBN 978-81-92428-6-3 in March 2020.
• Undertaken National level Faculty development programme on E-content development (audio-video) organized by Department of Chemistry and Commerce in association with IQAC, K. J. Somaiya College of Science and Commerce, Mumbai in February 2020.
• Attended State level seminar on Re-adjusting the inclusion lens-transcending the exclusion mindset by Smt. Kapila Khandawala College of education, Santacruz, Mumbai in January 2020.
• Presented paper on ‘Mastery learning- a strategy for facilitating inclusion’ in State level seminar on Readjusting the Inclusion Lens- Transcending the Exclusion Mindset’ organized by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education and Research, Santacruz, Mumbai in January 2020.
• Attended National Level Seminar on ENVIRONMENTAL RE-ENGINEERING: SERIES-10 on People and Nature: A Livable and Sustainable Future by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel in December 2019.
• Participated in consultation meeting conducted by Tata Institute of Social Sciences in September 2019 for taking suggestions about structuring their course on teacher education at their center, Centre for Education Innovation and Action Research (CEIAR)
• Resource person for panel discussion on ‘Reflective practices for teachers’ conducted in August 2019 by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
• Participated in ‘Two days’ Training Session’ on ‘Concept based teachers’ training in Physics’ in July 2019, organized by Pillai College of Engineering in association with Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, (TIFR, Mumbai)
• Participated in EDUFEST- Teachers Training Festival in July 2019, organized by EDUFEST, ECA and Petals with Zoommer.
• Participated in one day Orientation workshop on Nai Talim Lesson Plans held in June 2019, organized by University of Mumbai, Thane Sub Campus, Thane.
• Paper Setter/Examiner/Moderator for K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training & Research, Mumbai for the course/subjects for the Two-year B.Ed. Program (CBCS).
• Conducted Parent Orientation Programmes for Early Years at edukidz INTERNATIONAL, Tilak Nagar, Powai and Kharghar on the curriculum structure for academic design and functioning for Year 2019 -20 in the month of June 2019.
• Continued curriculum and educational consultancy for curriculum transaction, teacher training and academic management for edukidz INTERNATIONAL Pre-school at Tilak Nagar, Powai and Kharghar, Mumbai and Navi Mumbai for the year 2019 -20.
• Designed the school design for a new branch of edukidz INTERNATIONAL, Preschool at Khanda colony and provided curriculum and education consultancy for the same in the year 2019-2020 and continue the same.
Workshops conducted:
• Workshop on ‘21st Century Education’ conducted for teachers of JES Junior College of Commerce and Science, Jogeshwari, Mumbai in October 2019.
• Workshop on ‘Entrepreneurship’ for B.Sc. IT students of Somaiya College, Mumbai in September 2019.
• Workshop on ‘Time and Stress management’ taken for students of SNEHA Nursing as part of the Soroptimist International Welfare Association in September 2019.
• Workshop on ‘Integration of Technology in Education’ conducted for teachers at Billabong International School, Thane in July 2019.
• Workshop on Flipped classrooms and Emotional Intelligence conducted in June 2019 at Pillai HOCL CBSE School, Rasayani.
• Workshop on ‘Integration of Technology in Education’ conducted for teachers of Podar International School, Nerul in June 2019.

Ms. Bindu Tambe
• Participated in the discussion of betterment and enhancement of Assessment work for Examinations in the capacity of Paper setter of Subjects in Education, organized by CAP section, University of Mumbai on 22nd May 2019
• Participated in the one-day Orientation Workshop on “Nai Talim Lesson Plans” organized by University of Mumbai, Thane Sub-campus, Thane, on 28th June 2019.
• Published two papers entitled ‘A study of Moral Values among School students’ and ‘Univeral Human Values in the Teaching of Science’ in the ‘Proceedings of the Workshop & Symposium on Education in Universal Human Values’ with ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3
• Attended a One-day zonal training workshop for Internal Complaints Committee and Women’s Development Cell jointly organized by University of Mumbai Women’s Development Cell and Mumbai Pradesh Arya Vidya Sabha’s Gurukul College of Commerce on 27th September 2019.
• Reviewer of the Syllabus Committee for the course titled Environmental Education for Bombay Teachers’ Training College which has been declared as a constituent college of the newly formed HSNC University, Mumbai, vide notification No. Rusayo-2019/CR-186/UE-3 dated 30th October 2019.
• Appointed as paper setter-examiner-moderator for University of Mumbai B.Ed. (2- year course) CBCS programme for Core Course 2 – Knowledge and Curriculum.
• Appointed as paper setter-examiner-moderator -translator for University of Mumbai B.Ed. (2- year course) CBCS programme for Interdisciplinary Course- Gender, School and Society.
• Participated in the Second Term Training Programme for Extension Work Teachers & Student Managers as College In-Charge of Extension work at SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Nerul, Navi Mumbai on 21st December 2019.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 10: People & Nature-A Liveable and Sustainable Future” on 23rd December 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Appointed as paper setter-examiner-moderator for University of Mumbai B.Ed. (2- year course) CBCS programme for Elective Course – Environmental Education.
• Appointed as paper setter-examiner-moderator for University of Mumbai M.Ed. (2- year course) CBCS programme for Core Course 1 – Philosophy of Education.
• Attended a session on “Literature Review” by Dr. Priam Pillai, organized by the Research Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 1st February 2020.
• Successfully completed an Online Refresher Course in Education titled “Concerns in Educational Research & Assessment” approved by AICTE, conducted by Prof. Kaushal Kishore, Central University of South Bihar, Gaya under ARPIT courses of SWAYAM, a programme initiated by the MHRD, Government of India. The course duration was 15 weeks from 1st October 2019 to 15th January 2020.
• Attended one-day workshop on “Computerized On-Screen Marking System (OSM)” under the aegis of University of Mumbai and organized by IQAC, Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel, on 7th February 2020.
• Attended the extension festival, “Udaan” organized by University of Mumbai, Department of Lifelong Learning and Extension on 26th February 2020 at Kalsekar Technical Campus, New Panvel. Trained students for the skit competition on the topic of ‘Career and Women’.
• Attended and completed a 10-day online workshop on use of ICT tools conducted by Universal Teachers Academy, Puducherry, during the Covid-19 lockdown period. The sessions included Mind mapping, creating interactive e-content, Google forms, creating digital brochures and certificates. The workshop was from 3rd April to 12th April 2020.
• Attended and successfully completed a two-week faculty development programme on “Managing Online Classes and Co-creating MOOCs” organized by MHRD, PMMMNMTT Teaching Learning Centre Ramanujan College from 20th April to 6th May 2020.
• Successfully completed a 10-day free Online Workshop for Teachers from 21st to 30th April 2020 organized by Universal Teachers Academy, Puducherry. The workshop included Creation of basic e-content, animated e-content, stop-motion animation, creation of e-content and uploading the content on the web.
• Attended a webinar titled, “Reshaping Education in the New World: Pandemic Effect” organized by MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune in association with MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, Mumbai on 1st May 2020.
• Participated in a two-day national level basic workshop on “Writing and Publication” on May 2nd and 3rd, 2020 organized by Pinnacle Educare, Pune registered under the Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India.
• Attended a webinar on “Application of Gandhian Philosophy post Covid-19” on 13th May 2020 organized by TEACH US under the series of “Let’s talk Education”.
• Successfully completed a 5-day free Online Workshop for Teachers from 14th to 18th May 2020 organized by Universal Teachers Academy, Puducherry. The workshop included Introduction to animation, creation of animated objects and characters, creative of interactive animation and Evaluation.
• Participated in a webinar on “Online Teaching and Learning using Google Classroom and Google Meet” held on 22nd May 2020 organized by Pillai College of Engineering, Panvel.
• Attended a two-day national webinar on “Environmental Impact of Covid-19: Right to Sustainable Living held on 26th and 27th May 2020 organized by Gujarat Education Society’s Hansraj Jivandas College of Education (Autonomous) under the aegis of RUSA.

Ms. Pradnya Jadhav
• Published a paper entitled ‘Human Values for a Sustainable World’ in the ‘Proceedings of the Workshop & Symposium on Education in Universal Human Values’ with ISBN 978-93-82626-50-3.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 10: People & Nature-A Liveable and Sustainable Future” on 23rd December 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.

Mr. Gyanendrapratap Singh
• Participated in a webinar on New IB Diploma Mathematics by Mr. Ibrahim Wazir, member of IB curriculum team & Author, Pearson Publishing House on June 13, 2019.
• Participated in a webinar on ATL skills and Approaches to Teaching- Fostering a symbiotic relationship by Callido learning on October 9, 2019.
• Participated in a webinar by Khan Academy titled ‘Learn Storm 2019’ on October 19, 2019.
• Invited as a member of judging panel for T-ward Science Exhibition organised by Education Department, Government of Maharashtra at St. Pius high School, Mulund (w), Mumbai on December 4, 2019.
• Participated in SAIBSA: IBDP Job Alike session at Mount Litera School International, Mumbai on January 18, 2020.
• Participated in a virtual meet organised by FICCI ARISE in collaboration with Google for Education and Khan Academy on March 14, 2020.
• Participated in a webinar by FICCI ARISE – iDreamCareer.com on topic ‘How can schools be effective while managing COVID-19 crisis’ delivered by Mr. Anil Swarup (Former Secretary, MHRD, Government of India) on April 8, 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on Nanotechnology: Current trends and its application by DR. Rupesh Kumar Mishra on April 14, 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on ‘Guiding the extended essay as virtual process: Make a breakthrough in Research question’ by Callido learning on April 16, 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on ‘Taking the IB Diploma Foundation online’ by Callido learning on April 21, 2020.
• Participated in One Week Online Faculty Development Programme on ‘Applications of Geogebra’ organised by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Khar in association with Spoken Tutorials, IIT Bombay’s Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for teachers and teaching (PMMMNMTT), MHRD. Government of India from April 28, 2020 to May 4, 2020.
• Participated in a webinar on ‘How to write a research paper’ organised by KLE Society’s College of Science and Commerce of Mathematics and Physics Department delivered by Dr. M. Veerakrishna, Rayalaseema University, Andhra Pradesh, India on May 14, 2020.
• Participated in a National webinar series on Knowledge generation in Education during COVID -19 Pandemic organised by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, HSNC University with the Department of Education, University of Mumbai from May 12 to May 16, 2020.

Principal Dr. Sally Enos
University of Mumbai
• Member of the Co-ordination Committee for checking and moderating the internal marks and grades for F.Y. B.Ed. and S.Y. B.Ed. 2018- 2019
• Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. program
Resource Person for the session on Understanding Learner Dynamics, UGC-HRDC and University of Mumbai on the following dates:
• Orientation Program under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 31st May 2018.
• Orientation Program UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 20th August 2018.
• Orientation Program UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on 2nd November 2018.
• Resource Person for Short Term Course, UGC-HRDC University of Mumbai on Assessment for Learning under the theme Effective teaching strategies- Assessment for learning on 14th June 2018.
Professional Development
• Certificate course, AICTE approved faculty Development program, MHRD Government of India on Mentoring Educators in Educational Technology – FDP301x Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT), MHRD, GoI from May 17th, 2018, to June 27th, 2018.
• Completed a certificate course on Life Skills for engineers Level 1 under MOOC from 15th May to 27th June 2018
• Completed a certificate course on Life Skills for engineers Level 2 under MOOC from 6th November to December 2018.
• Attended the three-day workshop on Universal Human Values under PMMMNMTT FDC, UGC HRDC, Savitribai Phule Pune University, organized at Bahai Academy, Panchgani from 15th February to 17th February 2019.
• Paper on Universal Human Values in Education, April 2019 for ISBN
• Organizing Committee Member of 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Participated in the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 27th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Dr. Pratima Pradhan
• Completed the Refresher Course in ‘Teacher Education’ with ‘A’ Grade from 10th July 2018 to 30th July 2018 at UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharshtra.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 9: Clean and Green Planet” on 1st December 2018 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Successfully completed Faculty Development Programme on “Education in Universal Human Values” at Baha’i Academy, Panchgani organized by UGC Human Resource Development Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University (under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI) from 17th December to 23rd December 2018.
• Conducted a session on ‘Enhancement of Teaching-Learning Methodology to Enable Quality Education’ at Shivajirao S. Jondhle College of Engineering and Technology, Asangaon on 2nd January 2019. The session was a part of their week long AICTE-ISTE approved Short Term Training Program from 31st December 2018 to 7th January 2019.
• Appointed as coordinator, paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. by the Controller of Examinations-University of Mumbai, for the subjects ‘Teacher Education’, ‘Sociology of Education’, ‘Educational Management’ etc.
• Appointed as paper-setter for M.Ed. examination by the principal of Somaya Autonomous College of Education, Vidyavihar, Mumbai in the subjects ‘Teacher Education’, ‘Sociology of Education’, ‘Educational Management’, ‘Research Methodology’ etc.
• Published a paper titled “Impact of School Climate on Secondary Students’ Social Competence” in the Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology-Volume 8, No. 1, January-June 2019 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Worked as Academic editor of Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology.
• Co-mentor at the 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Organizing Committee Member of the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 27th April,2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Ms. Latha Venkataraman
• Research Paper entitled “Human Resource Planning in the Digital Economy” presented at the 16th International Commerce and Management 2 day Conference on “Global Economy, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code” organized by the University Department of Commerce, Mumbai University on October 4th and October 5th 2018.
• Research Paper entitled “Fasting To Increase Spiritual Energy and Improve Moral Health in the 21st Century – the Gandhian Way” published at UGC sponsored one day International Gandhian Conference organized by Gandhi Study Centre, New Arts, Commerce & Science College, Wardha on 2nd March, 2019.

Dr. Bhavna Dave
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 301x) on “Mentoring Educators in Educational Technology conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, Govt. of India from 17th May to 5th July 2018.
• Completed the Special Refresher Course for Teacher Educators (Sub-Education) with ‘A’ Grade from 10th September 2018 to 30th September 2018 at UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand, Gujarat.
• Member of the organizing committee of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 9: Clean and Green Planet” on 1st December 2018 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Published a paper titled “A Study of the Awareness of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in India among School and College Teachers” in the PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-93-82626-49-7.
• Successfully completed Faculty Development Programme on “Education in Universal Human Values” at Baha’i Academy, Panchgani organized by UGC Human Resource Development Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University (under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI) from 17th December to 23rd December 2018.
• Conducted a session on ‘Enhancement of Teaching-Learning Methodology to Enable Quality Education’ at Shivajirao S. Jondhle College of Engineering and Technology, Asangaon on 3rd January 2019. The session was a part of their week long AICTE-ISTE approved Short Term Training Program from 31st December 2018 to 7th January 2019.
• A peer reviewer in manuscript review process of “Conference on Technologies for Future Cities 2019” organized by Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel on 8th & 9th Jan 2019.
• Participated in the one-day NAAC sponsored National Level Workshop on the theme ‘AQAR Writing & Submission in the light of new NAAC guidelines’ organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science on 30th March, 2019.
• Handled responsibility of Extension work with the ‘Survey of Wowen’s Status'(SWS) programme at the college organized by Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension, University of Mumbai for the academic year 2018-19.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator by the Controller of Examinations-University of Mumbai, for the subject ‘Psychology of Learning & Development’ M.Ed. (Sem-1) CBSGS & CBCS-2 years course.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator by the Controller of Examinations-University of Mumbai, for the subject ‘Learning & Teaching’ of B.Ed. (Sem-2) CBSGS-2 years course.
• Member of the organizing committee of the two-day Workshop for students on 25th & 26th April 2019 on ‘Education in Universal Human Values’ at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Participated in a One-day symposium on ‘Education in Universal Human Values’ for Principals & Teachers on 27th April 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Published a paper titled “Teacher’s views on Value Degradation among Students and Means of Inculcation of Values” in a book with ISBN.
• Co-mentor at the 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Organizing Committee Member of the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani , on 27th April,2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
• Was the organizing secretary of the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering Series 9: Clean and Green Planet held on 1st December 2018.
• Presented a paper titled ‘Controlling Ocean Pollution: Role of Shipping Industry’ at the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering Series 9: Clean and Green Planet held on 1st December 2018.
• Attended a UGC sponsored faculty development programmes on ‘Education in Universal Human Values’ from 17th December to 23rd December 2018 organized by Faculty Development Centre UGC – Human Resource Development Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University Pune at Bahai Academy, Pachgani.
• Conducted a session on ‘Models of Teaching’ at Shivajirao S. Jondhle College of Engineering and Technology, Asangaon on 3rd January 2019. The session was a part of their week long AICTEISTE approved self-financing orientation/refresher programme for year 2018-19 on ‘Enhancement of Teaching-Learning Methodology to Enable Quality Education’.
• Participated in the two-day Workshop for students on 25th & 26th April 2019 on ‘Education in Universal Human Values’ at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Member of the organizing committee of a One-day symposium on ‘Education in Universal Human Values’ for Principals & Teachers on 27th April 2019 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Co-mentor at the 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Organizing Committee Member of the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 27th April,2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Mrs. Namrata Saxena
• Conducted teacher training programme on ‘Effective Planning and teaching’ for teachers at Mahatma International School (CBSE), New Panvel, between 22nd April to 30th April 2018.
• Completed Certificate Course on ‘ICT and Education’ for Teachers and Teacher Educators CEIAR, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, created in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of technology (USA), and organized by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, Mumbai between October 2018 to March 2019 in a blended learning mode.
• Conducted two-day workshop on ‘Integration of Technology in Education’ for students at Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 9th and 11th March 2019.
• Participated in National Level Seminar-cum-Workshop on ‘Academic Writing -Enhancing educator competencies’ from 14th to 16th March 2019 at Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, Mumbai
• Conducted workshop on ‘Emotional Intelligence’ for students of G. M. Momin Women’s College of Education, Mumbai on 21st February 2019.
• Attended a study Circle session on the topic “School Assemblies” organised by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education’s research cell Shodh Sadhana on Saturday 19th January, 2018.
• Attended workshop “Music? Yes By All Means!” on 8th January 2019, conducted by Dr. Heike Wedel and Hagen Barz from the Linne-School, Berlin and organized by Centre for Education Innovation and Action Research [CEIAR], Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai
• Conducted workshop on ‘Flipped Learning’ for all Engineering Faculty teachers of Shivajirao S. Jondhale College of Engineering and Technology for their AICTE-ISTE approved Short Term Training Programme on ‘Enhancement of Teaching Learning Methodology to Enable Quality Education’ on 4th January 2018.
• Attended National level seminar on “Clean and Green Planet” organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 1st December 2018.
• Undertaken certifications course for Six-Day (Four days in Face to Face mode and Two days Online mode) National Level ‘Train The Trainers’ Workshop on ‘Flipped Learning’ for Faculty Members of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) between April 23-26 and May 10-11, 2018 by Prof. Vasudha Kamat, Former Vice Chancellor, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai, in collaboration with KJ Somaiya College of Science and Commerce (Autonomous) and Connect Dots Consultancy and Training, Pune.
• Workshop conducted on ‘Effective Communication and Constructive Feedback’ for all Engineering Faculty from Pillai HOC college of Engineering, Rasayani on 11th August 2018.
• Workshop on ‘Objectives and Outcomes’, ‘Higher order thinking skills’ and ‘Building child friendly schools’ conducted on 5th and 6th June 2018 for CBSE school and Jr. College teachers of Pillai HOCL School, Rasayani.
• Project leader for STEAM Education Programme offered by Level Up Village, USA, at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel for the year 2018- 19. As a project leader, organized the curriculum transaction, conducted classes and also trained teachers for implementing successful STEAM classes for their students of Grade 6, 7, 5 and 9 in collaboration with students in Utah, New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and California.
• Conducted Parent Orientation Programmes for Early Years at Dr Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel, edukidz INTERNATIONAL, Tilak Nagar and Powai for the curriculum structure for academic design and functioning for Year 2018 -19 in the month of June 2018.
• Continued educational consultancy for curriculum transaction, teacher training and academic management for Early Years Section of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel and edukidz INTERNATIONAL Pre-school at Tilak Nagar and Powai, Mumbai for the year 2018 -19.
• Undertaken course on ‘Qualitative Methodology’ organized by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education between December 2017- February 2017
• Participated in the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 27th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Mrs. Bindu Tambe
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 301x) on “Mentoring Educators in Educational Technology conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, Govt. of India from 17th May to 5th July 2018.
• Handled the responsibilities as organizing committee member of the One-day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering Series 9: Clean and Green Planet” on 1st December 2018 at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
• Successfully completed a Faculty Development Programme on “Education in Universal Human Values” at Baha’i Academy, Panchgani organized by Faculty Development Centre (under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI), UGC Human Resource Development Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University from 17th December to 23rd December 2018.
• Appointed as paper-setter University of Mumbai, Faculty of Arts, T.Y. B. A. Education CBCGSS Semester-III Course III – Guidance and Counselling.
• Appointed as paper-setter University of Mumbai, Faculty of Arts, S.Y. B. A. Education CBCGSS Semester-III Course III – Guidance and Counselling.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator for Interdisciplinary Course 1 -Gender, School and Society (Semester 1) of the B.Ed. 2-year CBCS programme and for Course 9, Section 1 – Gender, School and Society Semester 4 of the B.Ed. 2- year CBSGS programme by the University of Mumbai- Controller of Examinations.
• Recognized as a teacher to guide students for the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in the subject of Education (by papers) of the University of Mumbai with effect from 24th December 2018.
• Conducted an interactive session at the Shivajirao S. Jondhale College of Engineering, Asangaon for 50 teachers of Engineering faculty on “Skills for Effective Classroom Teaching” on 1st January 2019.
• Handled responsibility of Extension work with the ‘Survey of Wowen’s Status'(SWS) programme at the college organized by Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension, University of Mumbai for the academic year 2018-19.
• Trained students for the Intercollegiate Street Play competition at the Annual Extension Work festival-UDAAN on 31st January 2019, organized by Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension, University of Mumbai.
• Invited as subject expert for the recruitment of primary school teachers at St. Thomas English Medium School, Akurli, Panvel on 19th March 2019.
• Attended a NAAC sponsored National-level workshop on “AQAR Writing & Submission in the light of new NAAC Guidelines” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, New Panvel on 30th March 2019.
• Invited as Science subject expert for the recruitment of TGTs at DAV International School, Kharghar on 1st April 2019.
• Co-mentor at the 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Organizing Committee Member of the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani , on 27th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Mrs. Pradnya Jadhav
• Organizing Committee Member of the National Level Seminar on Environmental Reengineering: Series 9: CLEAN AND GREEN PLANET organized by PCER-Panvel on 1st December 2018.
• Organizing Committee Member of 2 days’ Workshop on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 25th & 26th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).
• Participated in the Symposium on “Education in Universal Human Values” in collaboration with BAHA’I ACADEMY, Panchgani, on 27th April 2019 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel (W).

Mr. Gyanendrapratap Singh
• Participated in Cambridge Mathematics: Active Learning in Mathematics, teacher workshop on 24/08/2018, at Hotel Sea Princes, Juhu, Mumbai.
• Attended a seminar based on ‘Preparing for changes in the Maths Curriculum’ & Deconstructing Critical Thinking’ in the Extended Essay’ on Saturday 1 Dec 2018 at Bombay International School, Mumbai.
• Equipping Schools to be Future Ready – Inculcating Computational Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills in Students conducted by Cambridge University Press in association with the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) on 19th January 2019.
• SAIBSA IBDP Job Alike Session on 9th February 2019 at Podar International School Mumbai.
• Attended DP Subject specific seminar: Mathematics: Analysis and approaches Cat 3 from Friday, February 15th, 2019, to Sunday, February 17, at the Ecole Mondiale World School, Mumbai, India.

Principal Dr. Sally Enos
University of Mumbai
• Member of Co-ordination Committee for checking and moderating the internal marks and grades for F.Y. B.Ed. and S.Y. B.Ed. 2017- 2018
• Special Invitee for B.Ed. two years Syllabus committee Choice based Credit system University of Mumbai 2017
• Examiner PET Exam 2017-18, University of Mumbai, June 2017
• Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. program F.Y and S.Y. M.Ed.
As Convener of Local Inquiry Committee for the following colleges:
• Rahul B.Ed. College, Navghar, Bhayandar on 3rd June 2017
• Kokan Muslim Education Society’s College of Education, Bhiwandi on 15th June 2017
• K.J Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education Training and Research, Vidyavihar on 12th July 2017
• Sainath Education Society’s H.B.B.Ed. college of Education, Vashi on 17th April 2018
• As a member of the Local Inquiry Committee visited Suvidya Centre of Special Education, Jogeshwari on 13th June 2017
Resource Person for the session on Understanding Learner Dynamics for the academic staff college, UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on the following dates:
• Orientation Program under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on December 27th, 2017.
• Orientation Program UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on September 22nd, 2017.
• Orientation Program UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on September 27th, 2017.
• Orientation Program held under UGC-HRDC, University of Mumbai on February 26th, 2018.
Resource Person for Workshops
• Planning for Effective teaching on 2nd May 2017, Organized by IQAC Pillai College of Architecture.
• Learning factors and Examination for Std X and XII students of St Peters Mar Thoma Church New Panvel in December 2017.
• Assessment and Evaluation using Rubrics for XII. In Service Teacher’s Training Program on 6th March 2018 organized by Anjuman-I-Islam’s Akbar Peerbhoy College of Education, Vashi.
Professional Development
• Participated in the Training Program in Digital Tools and Presentation Skills on 5􀁑􀁒 and 6th June 2017 organized by Mahatma Education Society’s, Pillai Group of Institution.
• Certificate course, AICTE approved faculty Development program, MHRD Government of India on Foundation Program in ICT from August 3rd, 2017, to September 7th, 2017
• Certificate course, AICTE approved faculty Development program, MHRD Government of India on Pedagogy for Online and blended Teaching and learning Process from September 14th, 2017, to October 12th 2017.
• Participated in the National level seminar on “Integrating Library System & Services for Quality Education” organized by Pillai College of Education & Research on 13th April 2018.
• Participated in the National Level Seminar on ‘Environmental Re-Engineering Series-8: Year of Sustainable Tourism’ organized by Pillai College of Education & Research on 9th December 2017.
• Attended as a member of the Organizing Committee the “Contest on Innovative Teaching-Learning Practices in the Classroom” conducted by Pillai College of Education & Research in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai on 28th February 2018.
• Attended the workshop on ‘How to Manage time and be a smart investor”, Organized by NSE, Consumer Guidance Society of India on March 5th, 2018.

Dr. T.A. James
• Participated and part of the organizing team for the National Seminar on “on Building Knowledge Societies in 21st Century on 16th December 2017.”, organized by MES Pillai HOCL College of Education & Research at Rasayani.
• Submitted a Minor Research Project to the Mumbai University titled “Teacher Trainee’s Expectation, Experiences and future Aspirations: A reflection on the revised Teacher Education Programme in India” on 19th February 2017.
• Conducted a workshop on the conduct of IGCSE Cambridge Examination at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, Gorai for the teacher invigilators of CIE Examination in March 2017 on 2nd February 2017.
• Attended the meeting of the Mumbai University Vigilance Squad for Mumbai University Examination in May, 2017 on 10th March at the University, Marathi Bhavan.
• Attended two days MISA Conference for International School Principals, that was held in Mumbai on 10th and 11th February 2017.
• Involved in Paper Setting, Marking Scheme, Supervision, Assessment of Papers, Feedback & participated in the M.Ed. curriculum planning at the University Education Department and took part in the discussion on syllabus setting in the start of the academic session 2017.
• As an M.Ed. faculty in the College made the semester plan for Philosophy of Education, Higher Education and Educational Studies in the 1st, 2nd and the 3rd semesters.
• Attended RUSA sponsored Refresher Course in Education conducted from August 1st to 22nd August 2017 at the Department of Education at Kalina Campus, Mumbai University and obtained Grade ‘A’.
• Participated in the training in the training programme on ‘Digital Tools and Presentations’ Organized by Mahatma Education Society on 6th June 2017.
• Attended the meeting of the Mumbai University Vigilance Squad for Mumbai University Examination in May 2017 on 10th March at the University, Marathi Bhavan.
• Attended a seminar on “Child Abuse and its consequences” in Kala Goda Auditorium, Organized by “ARPAN” on 6th December 2017.
• Attended one day seminar on Career Counseling Programme conducted by Young Buzz’s team of expert career counselors at Taj Hotel, Bandra on 16th December 2016.
• As the University Vigilance Squad member visited various colleges in Borivali, Kandivali and Dahisar, during the University Examination and submitted the report to the Controller of examinations.

Dr. Pratima Pradhan
• Attended and presented a paper titled at national level seminar on ‘Designing The 21st Century Classroom’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended and presented a paper at international level seminar on ‘Promoting Research for Quality Education’ organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Santacruz and Pillai College of Education & Research, Chembur collaboratively on 12th October 2017.
• Attended and presented a paper titled ‘Impact of Eco-tourism: A literature review’ at national level seminar on ‘Environmental Re-Engineering: Series-8: Year of Sustainable Tourism’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel on 9th December, 2017. The paper was published in ISBN 978-93-82626-47-3.
• Attended and presented a paper at national level seminar on ‘We are Teaching, Are they Learning?’ organized jointly by Akbar Peerbhoy College of Education, Vashi and H B B.Ed. College of Education on 7th April, 2018.
• Attended and presented a paper at national level seminar on ‘Integrating Library System and Services for Quality Education’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel on 7th April 2018.
• Attended a workshop on ‘How to manage Money and be a Smart Investor’ organized by NSE and CGSI at Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel.
• Attended the Contest on Innovative Teaching Learning Practices in the Classroom held at Homi Bhabha Centre of Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai on February 28, 2018.
• A paper titled ‘Global Perspectives among Higher Secondary School Students’ in Designing the 21st Century Classroom – PCERP Seminar Proceeding ISBN 978-93-82626 46 6.
• A paper titled ‘A Study of Conflict Resolution Ability of Degree College Students’ was published in SRJ for International Studies. Peer Reviewed. July-Sept 2017, Vol. 6. Issue 33. ISSN- 2319-4766, Impact Factor 6.177
• A paper titled ‘Effectiveness of Brain Based Learning Strategies on the Achievement of Students of 9th Standard in Economics’ (Paper Accepted for a book with ISBN.
• Conducted 4 sessions on ‘Standardized and Non standardized test’ for First Year M.Sc. Nursing students, 8 hrs., MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, from 01/11/2017 to 06/11/2017.
• Conducted a session on “Activity based Learning” on 22/01/2018 for the faculty of KCT’s LMST International School and Day Care Centre, Kasarbhat, Panvel.
• Granted recognition as a Ph.D. Guide in Education of the University of Mumbai, from 06/09/2017.
• Acted as Paper Setter, Moderator & Examiner and Translator for various papers in M.Ed. Examinations of University of Mumbai.
• Worked as academic editor of PJERT-Volume 06, No.2, July 2017, ISSN 2249-4367.

Ms. Latha Venkataraman
• Attended and presented a paper titled “Re-designing the Nursing Curriculum – Need of the Hour” at the national level seminar on ‘Designing the 21st Century Classroom’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Panvel on 9th and 10th April 2017.
• Conducted 1 day Workshop for Teachers of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel on “Positive discipline for Learning Friendly Classrooms” on 29th July 2017
• Presented a paper titled “People Analytics and Strategic Performance Management” in the Faculty Seminar Series 2017 at MES Research Forum on 27th September 2017.
• Attended 3 Day Training Programme on ‘Teaching Communication and Collaboration’ on 4th, 5th and 6th August 2017, at British Council, Mumbai.
• Attended 1 Day Training Programme on ‘Introduction to Core Skills for Leaders’ on 9th December 2017, at British Council, Mumbai.
• Presented a poster on “Customised ICT Based Scaffolding In The Teaching – Learning Process” in the Contest on Innovative Teaching – Learning Practices in the classroom organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai in collaboration with Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 28th February 2018.
• Presented a paper titled “Scaffolding through Blended Learning for Effective Learner Engagement” at the seminar on Dynamics of Effective Classroom Teaching at Thakur Shyamnarayan College of Education & Research, Kandivali (East) on 16th & 17th March 2018.
• Presented a paper titled “3 S Model of Sustained Development in the Era of Globalization – Gandhian Vision” at the UGC sponsored One Day Interdisciplinary International Conference on ‘Beyond Boundaries : Gandhian Vision in the Age of Globalization’ organized by the Mahatma Gandhi International Hindi University and Peace Studies and Mahatma Gandhi Fuji Guruji Social Work Centre and New Arts, Commerce & Science College, Wardha (Gandhi Study Centre) on 24th March 2018.
• Published a paper titled “WordPress as a User-Friendly Content Management System” in the seminar proceedings of the National Seminar on “Integrating Library System and Services for Quality Education” organized by IQAC of Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel on 13th April 2018.
• Published a paper titled “Vanity Metrics and Decision Making in the Era of Information Overload” in the Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology-Volume 7 No. 2, June- December 2018 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.

Dr. Geeta R. Thakur
• Ph.D. guide in the subject of Education of University of Mumbai.
• Completed Refresher course in teacher education from HRDC Sardar Patel University, Gujarat from 15th May 2017 to 4th June 2017.
• Distinguished Women Educator and Scholar Award by National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development on 8th March 2018.
• Resource person for preparing tests of Institute of Banking Personnel selection.
• Evaluated 4 Ph.D. thesis as an external evaluator of Shri Jagdish Prasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University.
• External committee member for Ph.D. entrance Test Interview conducted on 3rd September 2017 by Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities school of Education and Research, MIT-ADT University.
• Subject Expert in the Selection Committee, for the interviews of Asst. Professor on 6th October 2017 at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training & Research, Vidyavihar, Mumbai.
• External committee member for. proposal presentation of Ph.D. students conducted on 25th January 2018 by Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities school of Education and Research, MIT-ADT University.
• As instructor and counsellor for YCMOU, conducted sessions on Educational Management, Instructional System Design, Non formal Education and Communication modes for the students of M.A. M.Sc. Communication at study centre of Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education.
• Conducted session for workshop on Evaluation for the Faculty of MGM college of Nursing, Navi Mumbai.
• Resource person for the course “Teacher Education for International Schools” at Manjra Charitable Trust’s College of Education and Research, Airoli, Thane for the academic year 2016-17.
• Conducted sessions in Instructional Media and Methods in Nursing Education for the first year M.Sc. Nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
• Resource person for the course “Instructional System Design” of Post Graduate Research Programme for YCMOU held at Manjra Charitable Trust’s College of Education and Research, Airoli, Thane.
• Conducted sessions on “Blended Learning with ICT” for the Faculty Development Programme of Karnala Sport Academy’s Group of Schools on 22nd January 2018.
• Conducted sessions on “Innovative Digital tools for classroom teaching in the XII Inservice Teachers training programme organized by Anjuman-i-Islam’s Akbar Peerbhoy College of Education on 5th March 2018.
• Conducted workshop on “Interactive Visual Digital Tools and virtual reality tools for teachers” at Dr. Pillai Global Academy on 3rd August 2018.
• Mumbai university new syllabus 2017: Member of syllabus framing committee of B.Ed. programme for the following courses.
• ICT in education for B.Ed. Degree course (2016-17) of the Mumbai University.
• Economic method for B.Ed. Degree course (2016-17) of the Mumbai University.
• Commerce method for B.Ed. Degree course (2016-17) of the Mumbai University.
• Contribution for encyclopedia in Information Technology and Computer Science by Dyanmandal of Marashtra Rajya Marathi Vishvakosh Nirmiti Mandal, Mumbai.
• Presented a paper titled “Heutagogy based e-Training model for digital skill development of teachers” in the National seminar on “Using ICT for Quality in Teaching-learning and Evaluation processes” organized by Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science on 16th December 2018 and published in Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary studies ISSN 23-4766 and Impact factor 6.177.
• Presented a paper titled “Sustenance of the local, cultural and place identity values through education” in the national seminar on Environmental Re-engineering series 8: Year of sustainable tourism organized at Pillai College of Education and Research on 9th December 2017 and published in seminar proceeding with ISBN 978-93-82626-47-3.
• Presented a paper titled “Effectiveness of Computer games in the teaching of Mathematics concept” in the national seminar on “Paradigm shift in education for 21st century held on 8th April 2017 and published in seminar proceeding with ISBN 978-81-933440-6-4.
• Presented a paper titled “Let’s make the Augmented Reality the ‘Reality” in the national seminar on “Designing the 21st century Classroom” organized at Pillai College of Education and Research on 9th 10th April 2018 and published in seminar proceeding with ISBN 978-93-82626-46-6.
• Published a paper titled” Heutagogical Learning Efficiency Model To ICT Integration in the Classroom” in International Scientific Journal of Contemporary Research in Engineering, Science and Management ISSN: 2456-1134 volume 02 Issue 02. Impact factor 0.9392.
• Moderator of the Commerce subject of B.Ed. Sem III 2017
• Appointed as a paper setter and examiner for B.Ed. University examination 2017-18 for Commerce method, Economics method.
• Appointed as a paper setter of the course Instructional design conducted by Department of Education of University of Mumbai.
• Attended workshops on digital tools organized by Mahatma Education Society on 6th and 7th June 2017
• Participated in Training session of Google Classroom ad Moodle in state level workshop on “E-content for pedagogy for development of faculty in managing E-content for teaching learning-evaluation process” organized by Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, on 13th and 14th October 2017.
• Attended the workshop on “How to manage money and be a smart investor’ held at Pillai College of Education and Research.
• Attended Workshop on “Recent UGC Norms for API and CAS” organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, on 18th November 2017.
• Attended Workshop on “Relaxation and heartfulness meditation” conducted by Heartfulness organization and Hindustan times.
• Organizing committee member of Master classes of Heartfulness meditation conducted by Heartfulness organization and Hindustan times.
• Coordinator of Contest on Innovative Teaching-learning practices in the classroom held at Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, in collaboration with Pillai College of Education and Research on 28th February.
• Organizing secretary of 2 days National seminar on “Designing the 21st Century Classroom” held at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 9th and 10th April 2017.
• Editor of PCERP Seminar proceeding of ICSSR sponsored National seminar on “Designing the 21st century classroom ISBN978-93-82626-46-6.
• Member of Editorial Advisory board of Book on “Gender parity and Women Empowerment” published by Bonfring, India.
• Content writer for Online MOOC Course Communication Technologies in Education by Mumbai University in SWAYAM platform.
• Guest of honour for the women’s Day programme by NFED at Coimbatore on 8th March 2018
• Resource person for the interactive session in Global classroom programme of Global digital school.

Dr. Bhavna Dave
• Conducted a session on “Inspiring Learners with Brain-Compatible Instruction” as a resource person for Teachers’ Orientation at Mar Thoma School Maharashtra at Govandi on 9th June 2017.
• Completed & submitted a Minor Research Project titled “A Study of Brain-Gym Exercises on the Problem-solving Ability of B.Ed. Student- teachers” under the Minor Research Project grant of Rs. 25,000/- sanctioned by the University of Mumbai.
• Participated in the Orientation Programme for B.Ed. Syllabus CBCS Pattern held on 17th August 2017 organized by the Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 101x) on Foundation Program in ICT for Education conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI from 3rd August 2017 to 7th September 2017.
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 201x) on Pedagogy for Online and Blended Teaching-Learning Process conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI from 14th September 2017 to 12th October 2017.
• Conducted sessions (6 hrs.) on ‘Standardized and Non-standardized tests and tools from 20th September to 11th November 2017 for M.Sc. Nursing students at MGM Institute’s University Department of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
• Presented a paper titled “A Study of the Awareness and Penchant for Ecotourism Activities among Adolescents” in the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-Engineering Series-8: Year of Sustainable Tourism on 9th December 2017. This paper was published in the PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-93-82626-47-3.
• Published a research paper “A Study of the Impact of Documentary Videos on the Awareness and Attitude of Secondary School Students towards Geography” in Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology-Volume 7 No. 1, January-June 2018 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Conducted a session on “Cooperative Learning Strategies” for the Faculty Development Programme of Karnala Sports Academy’s group of schools on 19th January 2018.
• Participated in the One-day Research Workshop on “Art of Writing and Publishing an Effective Research Paper” organized by Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, New Panvel, in association with B.O.S of B.M.S. University of Mumbai on 20th January 2018.
• Attended as a member of the Organizing Committee the “Contest on Innovative Teaching-Learning Practices in the Classroom” conducted by Pillai College of Education & Research in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai on 28th February 2018.
• Attended the workshop on “How to Manage Money and be a Smart Investor” and participated in the deliberations therein on 5th March 2018 organized by Consumer Guidance Society of India.
• Participated in the symposium on the theme “Best Practices in Degree Colleges for Quality Enhancement” organized by IQAC, Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, New Panvel on 26th March 2018.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator for Course-5 ‘Learning & Teaching’ (Sem-2) and Course-9 Section 2 ‘Language Across Curriculum’ (Sem-4) of the B.Ed. programme and as paper-setter, translator, examiner for ‘Psychology of Development & Learning’ of the M.Ed. programme by the University of Mumbai-Controller of Examinations.
• Participated in the “Workshop on Revised Assessment & Accreditation Process by NAAC” organized by IQAC, Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, New Panvel on 28th March 2018.
• Editor of Pillai Journal of Educational Research & Technology-Volume 7 No. 1, January-June 2018 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.
• Presented a paper titled “A Study of Awareness & Attitudes of Teachers of Higher Education towards Open Educational Resources” in the National Level Seminar on Integrating Library System and Services for Quality Education on 13th April 2018. This paper was published in the PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-93-82626-48-0.

Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
• Published 3 papers
Mrs. Namrata Saxena
• Conducted three-week teacher training programme on ‘Curriculum Design for Early Years’, ‘Jolly Phonics’ and ‘Transacting Effective Early Years Curriculum through Child Centered Pedagogy’ for teachers of Early Years section of Mahatma International School (CBSE), New Panvel from 9th April 2018 to 28th April 2018.
• Attended National Level Seminar on ‘Integrating Library System and Services for Quality Education’ organised by Pillai college of Education and Research, New Panvel on 13th April 2018.
• Project leader for STEAM Education Programme offered by Level Up Village, USA, at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel for the year 2017-18. Organised and conducted successful STEAM classroom for their students of Grade 6 in collaboration with students in Utah in March 2018.
• Certified Level Up Village Global Educator. Successfully completed the Level Up Village Professional Development Training as follows:
• LUV Global Competency Training on 8th February 2018.
• LUV Global Communication Platform Training on 8th February 2018.
• Global Conversations: The Giver – STE(A)M Training on 10th February 2018.
• Global Conversations: The Giver – Course Specific Training on 26th February 2018.
• Organised and attended littleBits training session on STEAM kit by Edutech India P Ltd conducted at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel on 20th Jan 2018.
• Conducted one day workshop on ‘Constructivism’ for teachers of Karnala Sports Academy on 19th January 2018.
• Conducted workshop for CBSE and CIE pre-primary teachers on ‘Providing Progressive Education for Early Years’ and ‘Curriculum designing for Early Years’ on 24th and 25th Nov’ 2017 at Sri Vani Education Centre, Bangalore.
• Attended National Level Seminar on ‘Year of Sustainable Tourism’ organised by Pillai college of Education and Research, New Panvel as their ENVIRONMENTAL RE-ENGINEERING: SERIES-8 on 9th December 2017.
• Attended Lightboard training workshop by Mahatma Education Society workshop in the e-learning studio at Mahatma Education Society’s Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel on 2nd December 2018.
• Attended workshop on ‘Glide over challenges in Preschools’ on 18th November 2017 by Next Education.
• Worked as Core team member for MES initiative ‘SanEduSkill’ for rural development to register it for the Nestle Change Makers Creating Shared Value Competition in November 2017.
• Conducted classroom teaching on topics ‘Socio-economic status scale’ and ‘ Tests for special mental and physical abilities and disabilities’ for First Year M.Sc. Nursing students at MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai on 13th October 2017.
• Certificate course obtained in ‘Strategic Leadership for Schools in a Changing Environment’ by IIM Ahmedabad from 2nd to 7th October 2017.
• Organised and hosted Refresher workshop by Jolly Phonics trainer Ms Shainaz Jussa on 23rd September 2017 for MES teachers teaching Kindergarten and Primary classes.
• Judge at Late Principal Mathews Chacko Memorial Extempore Competition held on 16th September 2017 at Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur.
• Successfully completed Refresher Course in EDUCATION on “Technology and Academic Engagement” from 1st Aug 2017 to 22nd Aug 2017 by UGC HRDC MUMBAI under RUSA at Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
• Conducted workshop for CIE and IB teachers on Positive Discipline School discipline on 29th July 2017 at Dr Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel.
• Conducted one week teacher training workshop on ‘Curriculum Design for Early Years’, ‘Jolly Phonics’ and ‘Transacting Effective Early Years Curriculum through Child Centered Pedagogy’ for teachers of Early Years section of MES HOCL School (CBSE), Rasayani from 17th to 23rd July 2017.
• Conducted Parent Orientation Programmes for Early Years at Dr Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel, edukidz INTERNATIONAL, Tilak Nagar and Powai for the curriculum structure for academic design and functioning for Year 2017 -18 in the month of June 2017.
• Organised and hosted a one-week teacher training programme on ‘Digital Tools and Presentation Skills’ for teachers of all institutions of Mahatma Education Society in June 2017.
• Continued educational consultancy for curriculum transaction, teacher training and academic management for Early Years Section of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel and edukidz INTERNATIONAL Pre-school at Tilak Nagar and Powai, Mumbai for the year 2017 -18.
• Appointed as member of Vigilance Squad in the Zonal Area- Thane by University of Mumbai for the year 2017 -18.
• Continued as Programme Action Coordinator for the year 2017-18 at the Soroptimist International Bombay Chembur, an International women’s organization working towards women upliftment and empowerment.

Ms. Bindu Tambe
• Attended and successfully completed the 28-day 98th orientation programme conducted by University of Hyderabad (UoH) from 17th May 2017 to 13th June 2017.
• Completed & submitted a Minor Research Project titled “A Study of Environmental Consciousness among Secondary School Teachers” under the Minor Research Project given by University of Mumbai and the sanctioned grant was Rs. 26,000/-
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 101x) on Foundation Program in ICT for Education conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI from 3rd August 2017 to 7th September 2017.
• Successfully completed an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP 201x) on Pedagogy for Online and Blended Teaching-Learning Process conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay under the aegis of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching, MHRD, GoI from 14th September 2017 to 12th October 2017.
• Conducted sessions (13 hrs.) on ‘Standardized and Non-standardized tests and tools from 20th September to 11th October 2017 for F.Y. M.Sc. Nursing students at MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Department of Nursing, MGM University, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
• Trained students who bagged the Consolation prize for the Intercollegiate Street Play competition at the Annual Extension Work festival-UDAAN on 31st January 2018, organized by Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension, University of Mumbai.
• Attended the workshop on “How to Manage Money and be a Smart Investor” and participated in the deliberations therein on 5th March 2018 organized by Consumer Guidance Society of India.
• Appointed as paper-setter University of Mumbai, Faculty of Arts, T.Y. B. A. Education CBCGSS Semester-III Course III – Guidance and Counselling.
• Appointed as paper-setter University of Mumbai, Faculty of Arts, S.Y. B. A. Education CBCGSS Semester-III Course III – Guidance and Counselling.
• Appointed as paper-setter, translator, examiner and moderator for Interdisciplinary Course 1 -Gender, School and Society (Semester 1) of the B.Ed. 2-year CBCS programme and for Course 9, Section 1 – Gender, School and Society Semester 4 of the B.Ed. 2- year CBSGS programme by the University of Mumbai- Controller of Examinations.
• Invited as Science subject expert for the recruitment of TGTs at DAV International School, Kharghar on 17th April 2018.

Ms. Pradnya Jadhav
• Conducted sessions (6 hrs.) on ‘Current trends and issues in education’ and ‘Preparation of Professional Teacher’ on 22nd and 23rd September 2017 for Second year M.Sc. Nursing students at Mahatma Gandhi Mission’s Nursing College, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
• Organizing Committee Member of One day National Level Seminar on ‘Integrating Library System and Services for Quality Management’ organized by PCER-Panvel on 13th April 2018.

Ms. Bhagyashri Mhatre
• Presented a paper with Ms. Navneet Sandhu on “Cloud Based Integrated Services in Library & Classroom Management” At the National Level Seminar on “Designing the 21st century classroom” on 9th & 10th April 2017 organised by Pillai College of Education & Research, New Panvel, and Published in PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-93-82626-46-6.
• Attended and Participated in the training programme on “Digital Tool and Presentation Skills” Organized by Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai Group of Institution, Mumbai on 6th June 2017.
• Attended and Participated in the ACTREC-BOSALA Annual Lecture Series on “Makers Space Build your Dreams” Organized by Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai on 12th August 2017.
• Presented a paper titled “A Mobile Future for Libraries in Digital Era” in the National Conference on Library Management and Information Technology for 21st century Libraries NCLMIT 2017 at Navinchandra Mehta Institute of Technology and Development, Dadar, Mumbai. On 19th August 2017, and published in the conference proceeding of the seminar with ISBN 978-81-933546-2-9.
• Attended and Participated in the training programme on “How to manage Money and be Smart Investor” Organized by NSE Investor Protection Funds Trust & Consumer Guidance Society of India, on 5th March 2018.
• Attended and participated in the one-day National Level Seminar on “Modern Concepts in Library Designing and Modification” held on 22nd March 2018, Organized by the D.Y. Patil University, School of Hospitality & Tourism Studies, Navi Mumbai
• Convener of National Level Seminar om “Integrating Library System & Services for Quality Education” organized by Pillai College of Education & Research on 13th April 2018.

Ms. Navneet Sandhu
• Participated in Training “Programme on Digital Tools and Presentation Skills” organized by MES on 6th June 2017.
• Attended the Workshop on “How to manage Money and be a Smart Investor” organized by NSE & Consumer Guidance Society of India.
• Attended One Day State Level Workshop on “Preparing Libraries as per NAAC’s Revised Accreditation Framework” and “Rent UGC Norms concerned with API & CAS for Librarians” organized by Pragati College of Arts & Commerce, Dombivli (E) on 6th Feb. 2018.
• Attended One day seminar-cum-Panel Discussion on “Best Practices of Library & Information Centres” organized by Kalsekar Technical Campus, Panvel on 10th March,2018.
• Organizing Secretary of the National Seminar on Integrating Library System & Services for Quality Education organized by PCER-Panvel on 13th April 2018

Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Resource person for an ICSSR sponsored Seminar on the theme “Teacher Education through Collaborative Learning Communities organized by All India Khilafat Committee College of Education, Byculla – on 20th April 2015.
  • As a Resource person for session on Disaster Management for the refresher and orientation program for the UGC human Resource Development Centre, University of Mumbai on the following dates:
    – 12th June 2015, Orientation Program
    – 9th October 2015 – Refresher course on Social sciences (Interdisciplinary)
  • Member of the Vigilance squad for S.Y B.A. Examinations, I.D.O.L University of Mumbai 19th to 29th May 2015.
  • Member of the core committee for framing of CBSGS B.Ed. (2yrs) program, University of Mumbai.
  • Member of the Core committee for framing of CBSGS M.Ed. (2yrs) program, University of Mumbai.
  • Member of core committee for framing of CBSGS B.Ed. / M.Ed. integrated (3yrs) program, University of Mumbai.
  • Member of the co-ordination committee in Education relating to F.Y B.Ed. examination Jan 2016.
  • Convener of the Expert team for inspection of two colleges affiliated to University of Mumbai for continuation and affiliation as per NCTE new norms in September 2015.
  • As an external expert of the Affiliation Inquiry Committee for recognition of research centre in education, Goa University.
  • Member of the NCTE visiting Team, for inspection of five government colleges in North Gujarat from 5th February to 10th February 2016.
  • Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed. program.
  • Guide: M.Ed., M. Phil. and Ph. D., University of Mumbai
  • Chief Guest for Proficiency Award ceremony of Pawar public School, Bhandup on 22nd April 2016.
Prof. Sally George
  • Written and published an article on “Climate change and Soil health.”
  • Question paper setter at University level examination for M.Ed. Section.
  • Member of the Organizing Committee of National level seminar at Pillai College of Education & Research, Panvel on the topic – “Inclusive Education – A system Reculturation” held on 7th April, 2016.
Dr. T. A. James
  • Participated in the Seminar organized by Department of Physical Education, University of Mumbai and has presented a Paper entitled “Challenges in Building Relationship and Communication Skills” on 30th September, 2015.
  • Attended UGC sponsored Refresher Course in Teacher Education conducted from 22nd June to 11th July, 2015 at the UGC Staff College, University of Mumbai.
  • Attended a two Days Workshop on University Guidance Conference for Cambridge International Schools on 10th November, 2015 organized by University at Dr. Pillai Global Academy International School, Gorai, Mumbai.
  • Participated on 2 days’ workshop on Syllabus Orientation for 2 years M.Ed. Course at University of Mumbai, department of Education in the month of September 2015.
  • Part of a team in organizing two days International Science Workshop for IGCSE teachers from all over India on the 17th and 18th November, 2015, at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, Gorai.
  • Participated and part of the organizing team for the National Seminar on “Inclusive Education: A system Reculturation”, on 7th April 2016, organized by MES Pillai College of Education & Research at New Panvel.
  • Participated and uploaded live recordings of ePG Pathshala, modules 1, 2, and 3 of ‘Meaning and Importance of Communication’ at Mumbai University recording centre on 18th October, 2015.
Dr. Pratima Pradhan
  • Attended ‘”Question Bank Workshop” on General awareness conducted by Staff Selection Commission Western region Mumbai on 16th March and 7th April 2016.
  • Orientation Provided:
    – Orientation for teacher educators about the Teacher Education Course of M.Ed. in July, 2016 at the University of Mumbai.
  • Publication of Papers:
    – Professional Attitude of Secondary School Teachers with Reference to Gender and Teaching Experience, GHG Journal of Sixth Thought, Vol.2, No.1, March 2015, ISSN 2348-9936.
    – Attitude of Degree College Students towards Globalization of Higher Education, Pillai Journal of Educational Research and Technology, July – December, 2015, Vol. 04, No.2, ISSN-2249-4367
    – A Conceptual Study to becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher, International Journal Social & Science Research, India, Vol.01 Issue (1) April-June 2015, ISSN 2454-3187
    – Digital Citizenship, in the book ‘Recent Trends in ICT in Education’, Lulu Publication, 9781329172814. June 2015.
  • Peer Reviewer of ISBN Seminar Proceeding titled ‘Innovations in 21st Century Education’ for K.J. Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education.
  • Became a part of Tree plantation conducted at Rabale Hills on 2nd August, 15 under the project – Hariyali NGO in collaboration with Forest Department of Thane, Art of Living, Rotaract Club of Thane.
  • Conducted a series of lectures from 13th to 16th October, 2015 on Standardized and Non-standardized test to M.Sc. Nursing students at MGM New Bombay College of Nursing (Deemed University), Kalamboli.
  • As an Organizing Secretary organized a 1-day National Seminar on ‘Inclusive Education: A System Reculturation’ at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 7th April, 2016.
Dr. Latha Venkataraman
  • Presented research paper entitled “Learning Analytics – Key to a Supportive System of Higher Education” at PIMSR, New Panvel.
  • Presented research paper entitled “Diversity Management in Multinational Corporations – Issues and Challenges” at International Research conference organised by Mumbai University.
  • Presented research paper entitled “Inclusivity as a Strategy for Managing Gender Diversity” at 8th National Conference on the theme: ‘Diversity: Leveraging the Differences’ scheduled on Saturday 19th March, 2016 organised by Chetna College, Bandra, Mumbai. Received ‘Best Research Paper’ award for this research paper.
  • Co-authored with Nirupama Sriram and presented research paper entitled “Diversity Management As A Strategy For Talent Acquisition And Retention” at the 4th National Research Conference ‘ANVESHHA 2016’, organised by Indira Institute of Business Management (IIBM) on 29th February, 2016.
  • Co-authored with Nirupama Sriram and Anupama Rajaram research paper entitled “Generation Management As A Strategy For Talent Management & Retention” at the 4th National Research Conference ‘ANVESHHA 2016’, organised by Indira Institute of Business Management (IIBM) on 29th February, 2016.
  • Presented research paper entitled “Learning Management Systems – Learner Engagement Through Quality Education” at the UGC sponsored National Research Conference organised by Mumbai University jointly hosted by PCER, Chembur on 22nd March, 2016.

Book Reviews:

  • Wrote a review of David Allen’s book ‘Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity’ for PCER, New Panvel Magazine.
  • Wrote a review of Rujita Diwekar’s book “Women and the weight loss Tamasha”.
  • Wrote a review of Sheryl Sandberg’s book “Lean-In”.

Chairperson of Research Conferences :

  • Chaired two sessions of 4th Global Conference of Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research (PIMSR) on “Inclusive Growth – A Gateway to Prosperity” on 5th December, 2015.
  • Chairperson of 4th National Research Conference ‘ANVESHHA 2016’, organised by Indira Institute of Business Management (IIBM) on 29th February, 2016.

Workshops conducted:

  • Conducted a workshop on Self Motivation for the teaching staff of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel in May, 2015.
  • Conducted workshop on ‘Self-motivation for Teenagers’ at JBAN, Chennai on 15th May, 2016.

Blogs Written

  • Regularly post on my Blog (‘Lathateacherblog.wordpress.com)

Editing:

  • Edited fictional novel “365 Days” written by Nirupama Sriram.

Courses :

  • ‘Learning How to Learn” from University of Pennsylvania through Coursera. (In Progress)
  • ‘Strategic Leadership” from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign through Udemy. (In Progress)
Dr. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Conducted sessions for faculty development programme for the teachers of schools run by Karnala Charitable Trust, Panvel on 15th April, 2016 on the topic – Digital tools and techniques in the classroom
  • Checked assignment of M.A. (Education) subject: Guidance and Counselling.
  • Attended “Question Bank Workshop” on General awareness conducted by Staff Selection Commission Western region Mumbai on 16th March and 7th April, 2016.
  • Paper setter for first semester University examination – 2016 of University of Mumbai.
  • Completed Post graduate Diploma in Instructional Design with distinction from Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
  • Published book “Understanding Organizational Behavior of Educational institution” LULU, USA and LBP.
  • Published edited book “Recent Trends in ICT in Education” LULU, USA and LBP.
  • Appointed by MSCERT as an ICT expert to prepare training module for teachers’ training under Rashtriya Madhyamic Shiksha Abhiyan.
  • Appointed by Secondary and higher secondary Board as a Resource person for the District level Selection Grade training of secondary school teachers for handling the responsibility of theory and implementation of “Action research projects”.
  • Resource person to deliver an expert talk on the topic ‘Online Learning: An Impetus to Higher Education’ in an ICSSR sponsored seminar on the theme ‘Ushering A Renaissance in Higher Education’ on 28th November 2015.
  • Appointed as associate editor of International Journal of social scientific research Journal.
  • Appointed as associate Editor (ICT & Communication Studies) of Editorial Review Board of International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small & Medium Enterprises (IJESMES), Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Appointed as editorial team member of magazine titled “College Campus” published by Laxmi Publications.
  • Content writer for 10 modules of e-text, videos and evaluation on topics like ICT in education, e-learning etc of Communication Technology under ePG Pathshala: A gate way to all post graduation courses which is a MHRD project under NME-ICT in academic year 2014-15. These modules were created for UGC under the Adult education course.
  • Paper setter for B.Ed. (Sem. I) University examination.
  • Moderator for B.Ed. (Sem. I) University examination.
  • Orientation to teacher educators about the new course Economics method of B.Ed. course 2015-16.
  • Member of committee for the development of course “Teacher as Action Researcher” for P.G. Diploma in e-Education in Digital Society (P.G. DEEDS) of I-CONSENT.
  • As instructor and counsellor for the subjects Instruction system design and Communication mode for YCMOU, M.A. (communication) at HBCSE study centre.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Instructional Media and Methods in Nursing Education for the first year M.Sc. Nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Attended workshop on Competency Building in effective use of online apps for education” organized by Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, India, 19th – 20th August, 2015.
  • Attended orientation on revised B.Ed. two years syllabus of Economics method, Commerce method, and knowledge and curriculum.
  • Resource person for the workshop on ICT titled ‘Effective learning through online engagement’ for the faculty of Dr. B.M.N. College of Home Science, Matunga on 4th April, 2016. Taught and gave hands on experience of many digital tools for evaluation.
  • Part of the college team for Literacy Program for non-school going children of the slums at Khanda Colony, Panvel. This is an on-going project of the institution.
Dr. Bhavna Dave
  • Was awarded a doctoral degree in Education from the Ph.D. centre at Pillai college of Education and Research, New Panvel affiliated to the University of Mumbai.
  • Conducted sessions for faculty development programme for the teachers of schools run by Karnala Charitable Trust, Panvel on 16th April, 2016 on the topic – Multiple Intelligence.
  • Checked assignment of M.A. (Education) subject: Advanced Educational psychology
  • Presented a paper on ‘Brain work-outs: Striking the Balance’ at the National Level Seminar on Aesthetics and Health: An Integral Part of Education on 18th April, 2015. This paper was published in the PCERP Seminar Proceedings with ISBN 978-81-924684-7-1.
  • Participated in the One Day Workshop on “Innovative Techniques of Teaching” organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell and Faculty Development Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science on 31st March, 2016.
  • Published a paper titled ‘Effectiveness of Brain-Compatible Instructional Intervention on Knowledge Acquisition of students of Upper Primary School’ in the International Journal of Education and Research- ‘New Frontiers in Education’ with ISSN: 0972-1231, Vol.48, No.2, April – June, 2015.
  • Conducted a session on Tools in Research, for first year M.Sc. students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai in August 2015.
  • Conducted interactive sessions titled “Know Thyself – The Three Qs” at Vidya Prasarak Mandal’s B.N. Bandodkar College of Science, Thane on 9th July, 2015 and K.M.E. Society’s G.M. Momin Women’s College, Bhiwandi on 21st October, 2015. This session dealt with knowing and dealing with Emotional, Intelligence quotient and Spiritual quotient.
  • Actively participated in the two day zonal level workshop on “Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act 2013 and Related Issues” on 14th and 15th December, 2015 organized by University Women Development Cell and the Women Development Cell of K. M. E. Society’s G.M. Momin Women’s College at Bhiwandi.
  • Part of the college team for Literacy Program for non-school going children of the slums at Khanda, Panvel. This is an on-going project of the institution.
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Conducted sessions for faculty development programme for the teachers of schools run by Karnala Charitable Trust, Panvel on 17th April, 2016 on Learning styles.
  • Conducted interactive sessions titled “Know Thyself – The Three Qs” at Vidya Prasarak Mandal’s B.N. Bandodkar College of Science, Thane on 9th July, 2015 and K.M.E. Society’s G.M. Momin Women’s College, Bhiwandi on 21st October, 2015. This session dealt with knowing and dealing with Emotional, Intelligence quotient and Spiritual quotient.
  • Was a part of Tree plantation conducted at Rabale Hills on 2nd August, 2015 under the project – Hariyali NGO in collaboration with Forest Department of Thane, Art of Living, Rotaract Club of Thane.
  • Content writer for 3 modules of e-text, videos and evaluation on topics models, media and barriers of communication of Communication Technology under ePG Pathshala: A gate way to all post graduation courses which is a MHRD project under NME-ICT in academic year 2014-15. These modules were created, recorded and uploaded on the ePG Pathshala website for UGC under the Adult education programme.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Instructional Media and Methods in Nursing Education for first year M.Sc. nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Prepared a spoken tutorial on “Application of Theories of Learning to ICT” and “Adult Learning Theory” for MA Education, Part II, IDOL University of Mumbai.
  • Organizing secretary of the National Level Seminar on “Environmental Reengineering Series 6: Year of Soil” on 21st November, 2015 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
  • Reviewed a book on “SQ – Spiritual Intelligence, The ultimate intelligence” by Danah Zohar and Dr. Ian Marshall and was published in biannual Pillai Journal of Educational Research and Technology (PJERT) in January – June, 2016 issue with ISSN 2249-4367.
  • Conducted an interactive session on “Prevention of Sexual Harassment at work place” at TRACE VFX, Deonar on 22nd February, 2016.
  • Participated in the One Day Workshop on “Innovative Techniques of Teaching” organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell and Faculty Development Cell of MES’ Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science on 31st March, 2016.
  • Part of the college team for Literacy Program for non-school going children of the slums at Khanda, Panvel. This is an on-going project of the institution.
  • Appeared for TKT exam – Module 3 of Cambridge University and cleared it successfully with Band 3.
Mrs. Namrata Saxena
Trainings attended:

  • Completed 18 hours of training requirements of Level 1 of certified workshop in ‘Using Drama for Learning: Level 1-Conducting Drama Games and Exercises’ designed and executed by Theatre Professionals YPTP, between 12th – 20th December 2015.
  • Attended IGCSE Chemistry: Certified Stage 1 IGCSE Chemistry teacher course by CIE in Nov’2015.
  • Attended the Cambridge University Press International Education Teacher Development Day on 20th November, 2015.
  • Completed 21 hours of professional development in ‘Generated Resource Learning and Curriculum Development’ (Foundation level) by ADEPT between 31st October – 2nd November 2015, Ahmedabad.
  • Attended Orientation Programme conducted in the Paper EPC-1 ‘Reading and Reflecting on Texts’ at St. Xavier’s Institute of Education, on 17th July, 2015.
  • Completed CPD courses at the Early Years Education Forum and Exhibition by Direct Quest, EYES, Middle East in the 1 hour courses on 27th and 28th February, 2015 for topics, Dramatize your nursery rhymes, storytelling, being me, teaching math in the early years, little scientists, let’s talk circle time, is your child’s development on track?, and brain gym.

Workshops, Seminars, Conferences attended:

  • Participated in the Discussion-cum-workshop organized by Study Circle of Smt. Kapila Khandwala College of Education’s Research Cell ‘Shodh Sadhana’ on the theme ‘Theatre and Drama’ based on the article of Adam Blatner, ‘Rationale for using Interactive and Improvisational Drama’ on 20th February, 2016.
  • Participated in two day Leadership Conclave PLAN 2016 ‘Navras’- Brining the heart in to the art of leadership’ on 8th and 9th January, 2016 by Shaping India and Aatman Academy.
  • Attended ICSSR (WRC) Sponsored State Level Seminar on ‘Art & Drama in Education’ by Pillai College of Education and Research, Rasayani on 9th and 10th October, 2015.
  • Attended ‘Thinking skills’ and ‘Experiential Learning’ workshops by International Award winning school Mahatma Gandhi International School, Ahmedabad in August 2015.
  • Participated in One Day International Colloquium on Emerging Trends in Education by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 21st February, 2015.

University Education:

  • Been on syllabus framing committee member for ‘C14: Creating an Inclusive School’ in the year 2015.

Innovations / Contributions in Teaching:

  • Design of Curriculum: Developed Early Years Curriculum for Mahatma Education Society, Mumbai.

Participation in teaching and co-curricular activities:

  • Conducted class-room teaching in Standardized and Non standardized test to First Year M.Sc. Nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai form 19th October, 2013 to 21st October, 2015 for 06 hours.

Co-curricular Activities

  • Have been on judging panel of P ward science exhibitions on 3rd December, 2015.

Workshops and trainings conducted for Professional organization of Teachers:

  • Conducted workshop on “Blue-print and Design of a Question Paper”, “Objective based Pedagogy” along with “Higher order Thinking Skills” “Syllabus mapping”, Backward designing” for ICSE, SSC, IGCSE, Secondary and Primary teachers of Shri. Vile Parle Kelvani Mandal (SVKM) Vile Parle (East), Mumbai throughout the year 2014–15 and 2015-16.
  • Workshop conducted on ‘Assessments, syllabus mapping and higher order thinking skills’ for all teachers of Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel on 25th April, 2015.
  • Workshop conducted on ‘Know your pedagogy’ for Cambridge primary teachers of DPGA, New Panvel in their academic year 2014-15 in September 2015.
  • Conducted professional and subject related teacher trainings for Cambridge primary and EY teachers during the year 2014-15 and 2015-16 at DPGA, New Panvel.
  • Providing educational consultancy for academic planning, management, coordination, teacher training and set up of EY sections of DPGA, from 2014 till present.
  • Providing educational consultancy for academic management, set up and teacher training for edukidz International Pre-schools at Tilak Nagar from 2014 till present and from 2015 at Powai.

Editorial work:

  • Edited the Meditation Wellness Program 2014-15’s Report Booklet ‘Education for Human Excellence’ of Mahatma Education Society’s Wellness Department in 2015.

Contribution to Society:

  • From 2014 to present, Executive member, ‘Program Action Coordinator’ of Soroptimist International Bombay Chembur, a registered under Bombay Public Trust Act, (1950), Societies Registration Act, (1860) Reg. No – 2048 and associated with SIGBI, an international club for women upliftment and empowerment.
Mrs. Bindu S. Tambe
  • Conducted sessions for faculty development programme for the teachers of schools run by Karnala Charitable Trust, Panvel on 16th April, 2016 on Models of teaching.
  • Attended an interactive workshop on “Innovative Techniques of Teaching” on 31st March, 2016 organized by Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science, New Panvel.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Standardized and Non-Standardized test in Nursing Education for first year M.Sc. nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai in August 2015.
  • Actively participated in the two day zonal level workshop on “Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act 2013 and related issues” on 14th and 15th December, 2015 organized by University Women Development Cell and Women Development Cell of K. M. E.S. G.M. Momin Women’s College at Bhiwandi.
  • Attended orientation programme for the Course 2: Contemporary India and Education at Chembur Sarvankash College of Education, Chembur.
  • Attended orientation programme for Science method at Seva Sadan College of Education, Ulhasnagar.
  • Attended orientation programme for Course 4: Knowledge and Curriculum at Chembur Sarvankash College of Education, Chembur.
  • Part of the college team for Literacy Program for non-school going children of the slums at Khanda, Panvel. This is an on-going project of the institution.
  • Appeared for TKT exam – Module 3 of Cambridge University and cleared it successfully with Band 3.
Ms. Alpana Sharma
  • Attended Orientation of English pedagogy for Semester-1: 2 year B.Ed. course: 2015-17 at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan’s Surabja College of Education, Juhu on 20th July, 2015.
  • Attended Orientation of Course-3(b) – Understanding Disciplines and School Subjects, Semester-1: 2 year B.Ed. course: 2015-17 at Smt. Kapila Khandvala College of Education, Santacruz on 16th July, 2015.
  • Attended Orientation of Course VI- Assessment for learning for Semester-1: 2 year B.Ed. course: 2015-17 at Nagrik Shikshan Sanstha’s College of Education, Tardeo on 24th July, 2015.
  • Attended Orientation of EPC-2: Drama and Art in Education at St. Xaviers College of Education, Churchgate on 25th July, 2015.
  • Presented paper at MES Research forum, Faculty series-21 Seminar Series 2015 on the topic-‘Attitude of Degree College Students towards Globalization of Higher Education and Usage of Media’ conducted on 11th September, 2015.
  • Visiting faculty at K.M Vasudevan Pillai College for TY & SYBMM (Journalism and Advertising field) from August, 2015 onwards.
  • Guest lecturer at MGM College, Kamothe for M.Sc. Nursing students from 18th – 24th September, 2015 on’ Evaluation.’
  • Appeared for TKT exam – Module 4 of Cambridge University and cleared it successfully with Band 3.
  • Attended State Level Seminar on ‘Art and Drama in education’ in Pillai HOC College of Education, Rasayani on 9th and 10th October, 2015.
  • Attended National level seminar on ‘Making learning zesty: Through Drama and Art in education’ held in Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan College of Education, Juhu from 11th – 12th March, 2016.
  • Recorded 5 modules of ICT for IDOL, Mumbai University.
  • Became a part of Tree plantation conducted at Rabale Hills on 2nd August, 2015 under the project – Hariyali NGO in collaboration with Forest Department of Thane, Art of Living, Rotaract Club of Thane.
Ms. Pradnya P. Jadhav
  • Presented a paper on ‘An effectiveness of various teaching methods which are constructed through art and drama at State level Seminar on ‘Art and Drama in Education’ on 9th and 10th October, 2015. Organized by Pillai HOC College of Education and Research, Rasayani.
  • Working as a News reader at All India Radio, Mumbai since June 2013.
Ms. Bhagyashree Mhatre (Librarian)
  • Attended and participated in the UGC sponsored two days National Level Workshop on “Library Automation and Use of Advanced information Communication Technology Tools in Library” (LAAICTT2016) organized by Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College Vashi, Navi Mumbai on 5th and 6th February, 2016.
Ms. Navneet Sandhu (Librarian)
  • Attended and participated in the UGC sponsored two days National Level Workshop on “Library Automation and Use of Advanced information Communication Technology Tools in Library” (LAAICTT2016) organized by Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College Vashi, Navi Mumbai on 5th and 6th February 2016.
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Paper Co-ordinator for the paper Communication Technology and Content writer for module 1 for UGC awarded project under e PG Pathshala for creation of e content for Post graduate students.
  • Conducted Workshop
  1. For the teachers of Mar Thoma School, Govandi on Time management on 6th June, 2014.
  2. On Examination Preparedness for Examination for Std. X and XII students of St. Peters Mar Thoma Church on 25th January, 2015.
  3. In Evaluation for M.Sc nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai.
  • Resource person for a session on Disaster Management
  1. For the refresher and orientation program for the academic staff college, University of Mumbai on the following dates:
  2. For the Orientation Program at ASC, University of Mumbai on June 12, 2014
  3. For the Refresher course at ASC, dept of Education University of Mumbai on Sept 22, 2014
  4. For the Orientation program 15th November 2015
  5. For the Refresher Course, GTCCL, Sanskrit dept, Sanskrit Bhavan, Kalina Campus on 16th Feb 2015
  6. For the Refresher Course, Dept of Civics and Politics, Pherozeshah Mehta Bhavan, Kalina Campus on 2nd March 2015
  • Resource person on Women and Environment under the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at the International conference held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India conference held on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Chairperson
  1. Technical session ICSSR sponsored conference – Enabling Education: Equipping
  2. Students for life at Chembur on 18th July 2014
  3. Technical session at UGC sponsored National level conference on “Emerging issues in Industry and Service Sector” on 10th Jan 2015
  • Participated and Presented papers
  1. On Transformational mindset for a purposive Education at the 16th AICP conference held in Ahmedabad from 30th Jan to 1st Feb 2015.
  2. On Windowsill Vegetable farming –an access to nutritive seasonal favourites at ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on Environment Re-engineering- Series 5: Family farming held on 8th and 9th December 2014.
  3. 48th annual conference by IATE in Bengaluru on the theme Professionalisation of Teacher Education: Current reforms held on 22nd Mar to 24th March 2015.
  • Chief Guest for Annual day program, Tilak International School, Ghansoli on 16th January 2015
  • Attended National workshop on e learning: content creation and Hosting organized by inflibnet, Gandhinagar from 3rd Dec to 5th Dec 2014.
  • Paper setter, examiner and moderator for M.Ed program
  • Guide: M.Ed , M.Phil and Ph.D Guide, University of Mumbai
Dr. T. A. James
  • Participated and presented a Paper on “Critical thinking Skills” at the National Seminar organized by Pillai College of Education & Research on 6th & 7th April, 2014.
  • Participated and presented a paper “Sculpting Human Professionals” at the National Conference jointly Organized by Bombay Teachers Training College and St. Xaver’s Institute of Education 5th and 6th of August, 2014.
  • Attended a One Day Workshop on University Guidance Conference for Cambridge International Schools on 15th November, 2014 organized by Univariety at DG Kaithan International School, Malad, Mumbai.
  • Participated and Presented a Paper on “Grow Rich With Money Plant at home” at the ICSSR sponsored National Seminar organized by Pillai College of Education and Research on 8th and 9th of December, 2014.
Dr. Pratima Pradhan
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Set question papers for M.Ed., at University of Mumbai and for M.A. (Education), IDOL, University of Mumbai.
  • A Minor Research Project on “Global Mindedness of the Professional College Teachers: A Comparative Perspective” sanctioned by University of Mumbai was carried out successfully and report was submitted in July, 2014.
  • A joint paper titled “Coping with Emotions and Adolescents” was published in PCERP Seminar Proceeding Book -6 “Re-Envisioning Education with Smart Skills”, ISBN 978-81-924684-5-7, April 2014.
  • Contributed to the development of e-content in Communication Technology for the course of Adult Education for e-PG Pathsahala, an MHRD Project under its National Mission on Education through ICT (NME-ICT)
  • Attended seminar on ‘Enabling Education: Equipping Students for Life’ organized by PCER, Chembur (18th & 19th July, 2014) and presented a paper on ‘Outrospection: A Key to Learning to Live Together’.
  • Attended ICSSR sponsored seminar on ‘Environmental Re-Engineering: Series-5 Family Farming’ organized by PCER, Panvel (8th & 9th December, 2014) and a paper titled ‘Empowerment of Women through Family Farming: Challenges and opportunities’ was presented.
  • Attended and presented paper titled ‘Impact of School Climate on Social Competence of the Students’ at Annual Conference (26th to 28th December, 2014) of All India Association for Educational Research (AIAER) on ‘Quality Assurance in Education’ organized by Department of Education, School of Social Sciences, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, Odisha.
Dr. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Was awarded the doctorate in Education from North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon in July 2014. The study undertaken for research was “A study of Organizational Behaviour of Colleges of Education in Maharashtra State”.
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Instructional Media and Methods in Nursing Education for first year M.Sc. nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Published paper with title ‘Understanding Organizational behaviour of Colleges of Education at Team process level” in Pillai Journal of Educational Research and Technology with ISSN 2249-4367, Vol-4.No.1. January-June 2015.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for Economics and ICT education for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Using WebQuest for enquiry based and constructivist based learning” at the International Colloquium “Emerging Trends in Education” organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 21st February 2015.
  • Appointed as a member of selection committee to select candidate for the post of Scientific officer at Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education on 22nd November 2014.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Nurturing Naturalistic Intelligence through integrated curriculum and constructivist based approach” at the National level seminar on “Environmental Re-Engineering: Series 3 – Family farming” organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 8th & 9th December 2014. This paper was published in the seminar proceedings with ISBN-978-81-924684-6-4.
  • Appointed as a judge to assess projects of teachers of 85 different schools of L-ward, held in Gandhi Bal Mandir High School, Kurla, Mumbai on 3rd December 2014.
  • Published paper with title ‘A study of Organizational Culture of Colleges of Education in Maharashtra state’ in Transacademia an international journal of education with ISSN 2319-3492. Vol-3.No.1. January-June 2014.
  • Published paper with title ‘Inculcation of citizenship values Board game’ in an international peer reviewed scholarly research journal for ‘Humanity Science & English language’ online ISSN: 2348-3083 print ISSN-2349-9664. Vol. I/I. July-Sept, 2014.
  • Published paper with title ‘Transformational and Transactional Leadership of Principals in Colleges of Education’ in European Academic Research. ISSN 2286-4822.Vol. II Issue 3/June 2014.
  • Published paper with title ‘A Study of Student Teachers’ Perception about Performance Appraisal’ in ‘Conflux Journal of Education’ (A Peer reviewed International Journal). pISSN 2320-9305 eISSN 2347-5706 Volume 1, Issue 6, November 2014.
  • Published paper with title ‘Kindle Students’ Thinking Through Digital Mind Mapping’ in ‘Cognitive Discourses International Multidisciplinary Journal’ pISSN 2321-1075 eISSN 2347-5692 Volume 1, Issue 3, November 2013.
  • Published paper with title ‘Correlates of Organizational Factors improving Stress management of Teachers in Educational Varsity-A descriptive study’ in e-Reflection: An International Multidisciplinary Peer reviewed Journal ISSN 2278-120X Volume-II Issue-VI November-December 2013.
  • Published paper with title ‘Training and effectiveness of multimedia e-content prepared by student teachers in Economics for students of std. IX’ in An International Peer Reviewed and Referred Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary studies. ISSN 2278-8808 (E), ISSN 2319-4766 (P) Impact factor- 4.194. Vol.-II/XIV. Sept-Oct 2014.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Attended a one day state level workshop on “Life Skills and Academic Stress Management” on 27th March 2014 at R.B.T. College of Education, Dombivali.
  • Attended and presented paper on “Engage and Empower Learners with m-Learning” at the one day State Level Conference on ‘Innovative Technology for Sustainable Learning: An Introspection’ on 26th April, 2014, organized by MES’ Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani.
  • Attended the roundtable consultation on “Teacher Education: Enhancing Quality and Relevance” held at St. Xavier’s Institute of Education, Mumbai on 10th May, 2014 as a part of Change Agents for School Education and Research, CASER.
  • Published a paper titled ‘Wake up the Brain’ in the biannual issue of June-December, 2014, PHCER Academic Journal, Volume 02, No. 2 with ISSN 2347-7512.
  • Organizing Secretary of the National Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering: Series 5-Family Farming, supported by the Western Regional Centre’s ICSSR, Mumbai on 8th and 9th December, 2014 at MES’ Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for Course XIII ‘Gender, School and Society’ for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
  • Part of the group for conducting evaluation workshop for first year M.Sc. students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Actively participated in the two day State level workshop on “Blended Learning-Pathway to Student Success” on 17th and 18th March 2015, at Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for Course IV ‘Language across Curriculum’ for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
  • Content writer for five modules of e-text and interactive video on “Communication Technology” under e-PG Pathshala: A Gateway to all Post-Graduate Courses, an MHRD Project under the National Mission on Education through ICT (NME-ICT).
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Instructional Media and Methods in Nursing Education for first year M.Sc. nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Prepared a spoken tutorial on “Factors affecting and facilitating ICT Learning” for MA Education, Part II, IDOL University of Mumbai.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Social Media – Inspiring Kitchen Gardens” at two day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering: Series 5: Family farming” at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 8th December, 2014. This paper was published in the seminar proceedings with ISBN-978-81-924684-6-4.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for course III ‘Learning and Teaching’ for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
Mrs. Namrata Saxena
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • A presentation uploaded on Slideshare on ‘Correlation’ was awarded by Slideshare as that got top 2% views of the slide in the world in 2013; having 15888 views. Top countries which viewed it include India, USA and Pakistan.
  • Paper titled “Moving from 3P’s to 3S’s – a framework for inclusive growth through sustainable management practices” published in Pillai Journal of Management Research, ISSN 0976-5441, Vol. 08, January -June 2014 edition.
  • Attended International Colloquium “Emerging Trends in Education” organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 21st February 2015.
  • Member of Syllabus making committee for B. Ed. 2015- 17 for the Course on Inclusive Education.
  • Attended Early Years Education Forum and Exhibition 2015 by Early Years Educational Services, Middle East.
Mrs. Bindu Tambe
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Conducted classroom teaching in Standardized and Non-Standardized test in Nursing Education for first year M.Sc. nursing students of MGM New Bombay College of Nursing, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Social Maturity and Emotions in Adolescents” at the Seminar Series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education Society on 12th September, 2014.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for ‘Contemporary India and Education’ for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
  • Content writer for three modules of e-text and interactive video on “Communication Technology” under e-PG Pathshala: A Gateway to all Post-Graduate Courses, an MHRD Project under the National Mission on Education through ICT (NME-ICT).
  • Actively participated in the two day State level workshop on “Blended Learning-Pathway to Student Success” on 17th and 18th March 2015, at Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai.
  • Member of the Syllabus Revision Committee for Course VIII ‘Knowledge and Curriculum’ for the two year B.Ed. Programme of the University of Mumbai, to be in effect from June 2015.
Ms. Alpana Sharma
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Attended a three day self-defense training programme at Mangaon organized by department of student welfare, University of Mumbai at Sane Guruji National Memorial from 27th February till 1st March 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Celebrating diversity in and out of the classroom” at two day UGC sponsored National conference at St. Xavier’s Institute of Education on 19th and 20th March 2015.
Ms. Mayuri Jadhav
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Attended a talk on “Swami Vivekanand Youth Convention” organized by Ramkrishna Mission Ashram, Pune at Senior Citizen hall, Old Panvel on 30th November, 2014.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Biowall – its construction and effects on air quality” at two day National level seminar on “Environmental Re-engineering: Series 5: Family farming” at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 8th and 9th December, 2014. This paper was published in the seminar proceedings with ISBN-978-81-924684-6-4.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Human rights education and curriculum in India” at one day National level seminar on “Issues and Challenges in Human Rights Education” at PVDT College of Education for Women on 14th March, 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Civic engagement of higher education students” at MES Research Forum Faculty seminar series at Pillai HOC College of Engineering and Technology, Rasayani on 20th March, 2015.
Ms. Prerana Panjari
  • Attended an International conference on the theme ‘Women lead to change’ at Pillai Campus held by National Association of Soroptimist International of India on 28th Sept 2014.
  • Invited as a resource person by Nav Jivan Centre, Khapre, Murbad to demonstrate a creative lesson in science method on 13th December, 2014.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “Using ICT to promote literacy and lifelong learning” at one day National Level Seminar on “ICT transforming Education” at Gujarat Research Society’s Hansraj Jeevandas College of Education, Khar (W) on 23rd April 2015.
  • Attended and presented paper titled “A study of mathematical anxiety of students of standard VIII in relation to their metacognitive awareness and self regulated learning” at MES Research Forum Faculty seminar series at Pillai HOC College of Engineering and Technology, Rasayani on 20th March, 2015.
Ms. Bhagyashree Mhatre
  • Attended the UGC Sponsored Orientation Programme organized by UGC-Academic Staff College, University of Mumbai, from October 28, 2014 to November 25, 2014.
  • Attended and participated in the one day State Level Conference on “ Librarian to Cybrarian- Future of Librarians” held on 12th December 2014, Organized by the D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai.
  • Attended and Participated in the workshop on “Innovative and Emerging Technology Tools and Techniques for Effective Librarianship-2015” Organized by Kohinoor Business School, Mumbai on 24th January 2015.
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Conducted Orientation Program for the Principals of Education colleges affiliated to University of Mumbai on the revised CBSGS B.Ed. syllabus on 31st August, 2013 at Seva Sadan college of Education, Ulhasnagar.
  • Conducted workshops on Disaster Management for the refresher and orientation program for the academic staff college, University of Mumbai on the following dates:
  1. Refresher course (Education) – Dept. of Education, University of Mumbai, 17th November, 2013
  2. Refresher Course (Commerce) – Changu Kana Thakur Arts, Commerce, Science College, New Panvel on 31st December, 2013.
  3. Orientation Program at ASC, University of Mumbai on 23rd January, 2014.
  4. Refresher Course (Multi-Disciplinary – Social Science) – Political Science Dept., University of Mumbai on 21st February, 2014.
  • Part of the coordination committee in Education under the ordinance 5177 related to B.Ed. sem I examination 2013, University of Mumbai.
  • Paper setter for B.Ed. and M.Ed. program and examiner for M.Ed. program, University of Mumbai.
  • Chief Guest at the annual day program of Vashi English High School, Vashi on 31st January, 2014.
  • Participated and presented paper on “Sustaining and Reflecting Ethical Identity of the Institution” at 15th AICP conference held in Amritsar from 28th February – 3rd March, 2014.
  • Attended the workshop on Soft skill development organized by ASC, Kerala University from 18th to 22nd March, 2014.
Mrs. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Attended the Refresher Course in “ICT and e-content development” by UGC-Academic Staff College, Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, from 18th June to 8th July, 2013.
  • Attended and participated in a 3 Day Workshop on “Statistical Analysis in Social Science Research” at K. J. Somaiya Comprehensive College, Vidyavihar from 10th to 12th July, 2013.
  • Conducted a workshop on “Making Instructional Material” at D. Y. Patil College of Education, Nerul on 17th July, 2013.
  • Conducted a workshop on “Making Instructional Material” at Manjara College of Education, Airoli on 30th July, 2013.
  • Conducted a workshop on “ICT in Education” at HOCL CBSE School, Rasayani on 25th August, 2013.
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers” at Punarvas, Nerul organized by the United Forum of Special Educators on 31st August, 2013.
  • Member of the various committees to draft syllabus of Computer in Education, ICT in Education, Economics Method and Commerce Method.
  • Attended and participated in a Three Day International Seminar on “Perspectives in Higher Education: Alternatives in the Context of Globalization” and presented a paper with the title ‘Digital Mind mapping for Collaborative knowledge construction’ at University of Mumbai from 8th to 10th January, 2014.
  • Appointed as Course writer on 15th February, 2014 to prepare Self Learning Material (SLM) in the subject of Education, ‘Paper-V: ICT in Education’ at the T.Y.B.A. Course (in English) under revised CBSGS syllabus by IDOL, University of Mumbai.
  • A minor research project titled “Training and effectiveness of multimedia e-content based on ADDIE model in Economics for the students of standard IX.” has been approved by the University of Mumbai and the grants for the same has been sanctioned.
  • Invited as resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Shigaon, Murbe, Uchheli and Pam School on Life-skill Education and Career Guidance for 1000 secondary school students on 21st and 22nd March, 2014.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Attended and participated in a 5 Day Workshop on “Research Methodology” at Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur from 22nd to 26th July, 2013.
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers at Skills and Ability School”, ICMH, Nerul organized by the United Forum of Special Educators, on 31st July, 2013.
  • Part of the organizing committee of the National seminar on Environmental Re-Engineering: Series-4- ‘Water Cooperation’ organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel, on 29th and 30th November, 2013.
  • Attended the Refresher Course in Education organized by UGC-Academic Staff College, Kumaon University, Nainital, from 4th December 2013.
  • Appointed as Course writer on 28th January, 2014 to prepare Self Learning Material (SLM) in the subject of Education, ‘Paper-VI: Indian Education System’ at the T.Y.B.A. Course (in English) under revised CBSGS syllabus by IDOL, University of Mumbai.
  • Conducted the Add-on ‘Certificate course in English Grammar’ for the B.Ed. students of PCER, New Panvel, from January to March 2014.
  • Participated in the National Seminar on “Protection of Human Rights of Women in India” held on 1st and 2nd March, 2014 at Centre for Women’s Studies, Kumaun University, Nainital.
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Attended and participated in a 5 Days Workshop on “Research Methodology” at Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur from 22nd to 26th July, 2013.
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers at Skills and Ability School”, ICMH, Nerul organized by the United Forum of Special Educators, on 31st July, 2013.
  • A part of the organizing committee of the National seminar on Environmental Re-Engineering: Series-4 – ‘Water Cooperation’ organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel, on 29th and 30th November, 2013.
  • Attended the Refresher Course in Education organized by UGC-Academic Staff College, Mumbai University, Mumbai, from 14th October to 2nd November 2013.
  • Invited as resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Shigaon, Murbe, Uchheli and Pam School on Life-skill Education and Career Guidance for 1000 secondary school students on 21st and 22nd March, 2014.
Mrs. Devanshi Praveen
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers” at Punarvas, Nerul organized by the United Forum of Special Educators, on 31st August, 2013.
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers” at Saifee Hospital, Charni Road organized by the United Forum of Special Educators, on 19th October, 2013.
  • Attended and participated in a Three Day International Seminar on “Perspectives in Higher Education: Alternatives in the Context of Globalization” and presented a paper with the title ‘Going Digital: Ethics and Skills’ at University of Mumbai from 8th to 10th January, 2014.
  • Invited as resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Shigaon, Murbe, Uchheli and Pam School on Life-skill Education and Career Guidance for 1000 secondary school students on 18th and 19th March, 2014.
Mrs. Bindu Tambe
  • Conducted a One Day Workshop on “Micro Teaching Skills for Special Education Teachers” at Saifee Hospital, Charni Road organized by the United Forum of Special Educators, on 19th October, 2013.
  • Attended a Seminar on “Wetland Conservation and Way Forward” organized by Delhi Public School, Nerul on 1st February, 2014.
  • Invited as resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Shigaon, Murbe, Uchheli and Pam School on Life-skill Education and Career Guidance for 1000 secondary school students on 18th and 19th March, 2014.
Mrs. Chitra More
  • Presented a paper titled “A comparative study of professional attitude of secondary school teachers of different board” at the Seminar Series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education society on 27th September, 2013.
  • Attended a seminar on “Wetland Conservation and Way Forward” organized by Delhi Public School, Nerul on 1st February, 2014.
Ms. Bhagyashree Mhatre
  • Attended and participated a One Day Workshop on “Digital Era in Librarianship: Meeting the needs of gen Y” organized by Kohinoor Business School, Vidyavihar (W) on 1st March, 2014.
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Member of the special task force in “Examinations Monitoring Committee’, University of Mumbai- ‘faculty of technology’ for the Engineering examinations held from 28th May to 12th June, 2012.
  • Key note address on ‘Environmental sustainability and Ethics” at the National seminar Environmental Reengineering- energy 2012” series three.
  • Participated and presented paper in the national conference on “Life skills Education for Prospective Teachers” organized by the Indian Association of Teacher Education and Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad.
  • Participated and presented paper in the national conference on “Empowering learner in learning and Assessment at Micro level” organized by the Institute of Distance Learning, University of Mumbai on 23rd and 24th November, 2012.
  • Participated and presented paper on “Boss or a Leader- decisive factor in human resource training strategies” organized by the‘All India Principals’ conference’from 21st to 23rd February, 2013 at Goa.
  • Conducted ICT online program for MA (Education), Institute of Distance learning, University of Mumbai.
  • Member of the committee of to review the RCI syllabus for B.Ed. (LD) degree course of University of Mumbai.
  • Co-ordinator of the PCP centre for MA(Education) program, IDOL, University of Mumbai
  • Attended the briefing session on the question bank workshop, organized by staff selection commission, Government of India.
Dr. Karuna Gupta
  • Member of the PhD course committee for finalization of the components of PhD course for University of Mumbai
  • Part of PhD Entrance Test (PET) exam paper setter for Department of Education, University of Mumbai.
  • Member of the Core-committee for setting the paper on ‘Research Methodology’ for M.Ed. Examination, University of Mumbai, in the year 2012.
  • Member of scrutiny committee for M.Ed. dissertation titles, University of Mumbai.
  • Participated in IDOL Course Writers’ meeting for subject Guidance & Counselling for SYBA level
  • Paper setter for subject ‘Research Methodology’ for M.Ed. examination, University of Mumbai.
  • Core-committee member of the Question Bank Makers’ of B.Ed. theory papers- Evaluation, ICT, Special fields at University of Mumbai
  • External referee for PhD thesis for University of Tamilnadu, YCMOU and University of Pune.
  • Conducted a session on ‘Case Study in Qualitative Research’ for the Department of Education, University of Mumbai, on 27th June, 2012.
  • Invited as an external referee at YCMOU for PhD viva voce on 29th June, 2012
  • Conducted a session on ‘Tools and Techniques of Research’ for PhD students as a part of their course at the Department of Education, University of Mumbai on 6th& 7th July, 2012.
  • Conducted an interactive session on ‘Self-improvement programme’ for teachers of Fr. Agnel Polytechnic College, Vashi on 17th August, 2012.
  • Conducted a workshop on ‘Blueprint Preparation” for teacher-educators of colleges of education affiliated to University of Mumbai at Bombay Teachers’ Training Centre on 15th September, 2012.
  • Chairperson for paper presentations at MES’ Research Forum conducted on 28th September, 2012 at Panvel campus.
Dr. T. A. James
  • Attended a workshop organized by ‘South Asian International Schools Association at Singapore International School at Dahisar, Mumbai during the month of August, 2012.
  • Conducted a workshop for teachers on writing ‘Research Paper’ and the Extended Essay at Dr. Pillai Global Academy, Gorai, on 22nd September, 2012.
  • On 20th October, 2012, organized a workshop for the IGCSE teachers on how to conduct Cambridge International Examinations.
  • Attended a seminar on “the prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse in Indian schools” at D. G. Khaithan International School.
  • Attended national network meeting of Cambridge schools chaired by Mr. William Bickerdike, the Regional Manager of South Asia Cambridge education on 10th December, 2012 at SVKM International School.
  • Chaired a session of the International Seminar “Management Wisdom of the 21st Century” organized by the Management Institute at Panvel on 4th December, 2012.
Dr. Pratima Pradhan
  • Presented a paper titled “Challenges of Open and Distance Learning in Dual Mode Universities” at a two day National Seminar Fifty years of ODL in Dual Mode University of India, organized by IDOL Department, University of Mumbai, on 23rd and 24th November, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “” at a three day UGC sponsored International level seminar on Redefining Education: Expanding Horizons, organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training Institute, Colaba, from 10th to 12th January, 2013.
Ms. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Conducted a workshop on Instructional Material Preparation for the B.Ed. students of Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel,the B.Ed. students of HOC Pillai College of Education and Research, Rasayani and the B.Ed. students of Thakur Shyamnarayan College of Education and Research, Kandivali.
  • Presented a paper titled “Instilling Energy Ethics through ECAC ” at a two – day National level on the theme Environmental Re-engineering- Sustainable energy for all,organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel, on 19th and 20th October, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “An Effective Tool to create Environmental Awareness- ECAC ”at a two day National Level Seminar on the theme Creating awareness to conserve and protect environment – Role of education, organized by H.B.B.Ed. College, Vashi, on 22nd and 23rd January, 2012.
  • From December to April, 2013, conducted 12 sessions on Mathematics subject covering important concepts for class VI for ‘Virtual Classroom’ Project launched by Mumbai Municipal Corporation in collaboration with Pearson Education Services and Sterlite Tech Foundation, to train the Primary school students of Marathi medium across Mumbai city.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Presented a paper titled “Coalescing Skills in Language and Peace Education” at a three – day National level conference on Education for Peace, organized by Department of Education, University of Mumbai, from 5th to 7th December, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Strategies enabling development of the community” at the 46th National conference of IATE on ‘Teacher Education and Community Development’ organized by DDE, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad, on 15th and 17th December, 2012.
  • From December 2012 to February 2013, conducted 6 sessions on the English subject covering important topics for class VI for ‘Virtual Classroom’ Project launched by Mumbai Municipal Corporation in collaboration with Pearson Education Services and Sterlite Tech Foundation, to train the Primary school students of Marathi medium across Mumbai city.
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Presented a paper titled “It’s our turn now…”at a two day National Level Seminar on the theme Creating awareness to conserve and protect environment- Role of education, organized by H.B.B.Ed. College, Vashi, on the 22nd and 23rd January, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Employing solar energy- A case study on the use of solar energy panels in Dr. Vasudevan Pillai Campus” at a two day National Level Seminar on the theme Environmental Re-engineering- Sustainable energy for all,organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel, on 19th and 20th October, 2012.
  • Participated in a two day National Level Conference on Responses to changing educational paradigms organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, on 15th September, 2012.
Ms. Namarata Saxena
  • Published a paper titled “Transformative Innovations and Diversity in Teacher Education – Moving beyond Traditional Classrooms – Preparing Global Competent Teachers and Teacher – Educators”, co-authored by Dr Sunita Wadikar, in the July – December, 2012 issue of Indian Journal of Higher Education with ISSN: 0976-1314.
  • Published Book Review of a book titled ‘Building Self-Esteem in children’, authored by Patricia H Berne and Louis M Savary, in Pillai Journal of Educational Research and Technology (PJERT) with ISSN 2249-4367 for the April – June 2012 quarter, Volume 01, No. 2.
  • Conducted workshop on ‘Jerk Technology’ in Pillai college of Education and Research, Chembur campus in the year 2012-13.
  • Developing Chemistry Curriculum of K-12 students for Mahatma Education Society’s Dr. Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel and Gorai based on Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai’s ideas of a global curriculum.
  • Made contributions towards adding and organizing the content to develop the book ‘The Ultimate Guide to Job Interview Answers’ compiled by Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai.
Ms. Devanshi Praveen
  • Ms. Devanshi Praveen presented a paper titled “Creating a high performance organization culture” at a NAAC- sponsored two days National level seminar on H.R. Development for quality enhancement in educational institutes: Perspective and Prospects organized by Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research, Parel, on 23rd October, 2012.
  • Ms. Devanshi Praveen attended an evaluation workshop on preparation of blueprint at Bombay Teachers’ Training College, 15th September, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Employee Engagement is the key to Employee Retention- A study” at a one-day seminar on Management Wisdom for the 21st Century, organized by Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research, New Panvel, on 4th December, 2012.
  • Conducted 6 sessions on English subject covering important topics for class VI for ‘Virtual Classroom’ Project launched by Mumbai Municipal Corporation in collaboration with Pearson Education Services and Sterlite Tech Foundation, to train the Primary school students of Marathi medium across Mumbai city, From February 2012 to April 2013.
Ms. Tina Roy
  • Presented a paper titled “Simply Speak- endless possibilities” at a two day UGC sponsored National level seminar on Digi Age Learning– New Dimensions, Changed Perspectives organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Santacruz, on 27th and 28th July, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Schools without boundaries – Ceaseless possibilities with digital tools” at a three day UGC sponsored International level seminar on Redefining Education: Expanding Horizons, organized by Bombay Teachers’ Training Institute, Colaba, from 10th to 12th January, 2013.
  • Participated in a two day National level conference on Responses to changing educational paradigms organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, on 15th September, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Let’s turn the Bad Apples into Good Apples” at a one day seminar on Management Wisdom for the 21st Century, organized by Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research, New Panvel, on 4th December, 2012.
Mr. Vikas Tupsundar
  • Mr. Vikas Tupsundar presented a paper “Karmachaarikaryaprerana, shaikshaniksansthaanchigunatmakvruddhivamaanavsansdhanvikasathilsahasambandh” at a NAAC- sponsored one day National level seminar on H.R. Development for quality enhancement in educational institutes: Perspective and Prospects organized by Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research, Parel, on 23rd October, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Criminality- A problem for creating a peaceful culture in India” at a three day National level seminar on Education for Peace, organized by Department of Education, University of Mumbai, from 5th to 7th December, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Swami VivekanandaSakaraatmakvicharpreranechaekmahaprachandurjasthroth” at a two day National level conference on Swami Vivekananda- The Universal Man, organized by Chembur Sarvankash Shikshanshastra Mahavidyalaya, Chembur, on 11th and 12th January, 2013.
  • Invited as a Resource person to conduct workshop on’Teachers’ Training programme- Phase I ‘by JSW & Pearson, from 11th to 13th December, 2012.
  • Conducted 12 sessions on Science subject covering important concepts for class VI for ‘Virtual Classroom’ Project launched by Mumbai Municipal Corporation in collaboration with Pearson Education Services and Sterlite Tech Foundation, to train the Primary school students of Marathi medium across Mumbai city, From December 2012 to April 2013.
Mr. Bhagyashree Mhatre
  • Attended and Participated in the workshop on “Career Advancement Schemes (CAS) as per UGC Guidelines and Self Development for Academic Librarians” organized by Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College, Ghatkopar (W) on 15th May, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “The Role And Impact of the Interneton Library & Information Service” in the 4th National Research Conference at Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies, Matunga (E) on 15th December, 2012. Her paper was also published in the conference proceeding of the seminar with ISBN: 978-81-910922-6-4.
  • Presented a paper with Mr. Ronak Shaikh on “Modern Ways of Marketing Information Services & Products in Libraries.” At the UGC Sponsored National Conference, ‘C-PALEE’ from 7-8 January, 2013 organized by Seva Sadan’s College of Education, Ulhasnagar.
  • The above paper was published in Conference proceeding of the seminar with ISBN: 978-81-922534-1-1.
Mr. Ronak Shaikh
  • Attended and Participated in the workshop on “Content Management System using JOOMALA” organized by Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Bhavan’s Campus, Andheri (W) on 15th – 16th June, 2012.
  • Presented a paper with Ms. Bhagyashri Mhatre on “Modern Ways of Marketing Information Services & Products in Libraries.” At the UGC Sponsored National Conference, ‘C-PALEE’ from 7th – 8th January, 2013 organized by Seva Sadan’s College of Education, Ulhasnagar.

The above paper was published in Conference proceeding of the seminar with ISBN: 978-81-922534-1-1.

Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Recognized Ph.D. guide for University of Mumbai.
  • Chairperson for paper presentations on the theme ‘Learning-oriented testing and evaluation’ at the International Conference on “Elevating Learning” organized by Dr. Bhabha Saheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad, AIAER, Gujarat Chapter and Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal, Gujarat Prant, on 3rd and 4th December, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Learning to Evaluate, Evaluating to Learn” at the International Conference on “Elevating Learning” organized by Dr. Bhabha Saheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad, AIAER, Gujarat Chapter and Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal, Gujarat Prant, on 3rd and 4th December, 2011.
  • Attended and participated in the 3 day workshop on Open Educational Resources (OER) organized by the institute of distance and open learning and Common wealth Educational Media Center for Asia (CEMCA) on 24th to 26th February, 2011.
  • Part of the committee for revision of syllabus of Special Need Education, Diploma in Early Childhood Care and M.Ed., University of Mumbai.
  • Convener of Sub-committee for revising paper on Guidance and Counselling and member of the sub-committee for educational technology for M.Ed., University of Mumbai.
  • Convener of committee for converting the B.Ed. Syllabus into credit based grading system, University of Mumbai.
  • Resource person for the teacher educators and Principals of Special Education Colleges on the theme “21st Century classroom and Leadership role” at the National Institute of Mentally Handicapped on 3rd and 9th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper on “Institutional Plan and Learner Success” at the 13th National Conference of the Association of Indian College Principals (AICP) held at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Campus, Surat, on 18th to 20th February, 2012.
Mrs. Harshani Patre
  • Paper on ‘[ya<aa 9vaI tIla ivaVaqyaa-Mcyaa CMdacaa icaik%sak AByaasa’ was published in the journal-‘iSaxaNa saMvaodna’ issued in September 2011.
  • Attended and participated in a workshop on “SaaoQainabaMQa laoKna maaga-dSa-na” organized by iSaxak ima~ and Govt. B.Ed. College, Panvel on 14th July, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “ihrvia ApUvaa-[-” at the National Level Seminar On Environmental Re-engineering: Series 2-Forest Resource Management organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 19th and 20th October, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “]VmaSaIlatot SaaLocaI BaUimaka” at the National Level Conference on Empowering Learner for Entrepreneurship organized by Adv. Vitthalrao Hande College of Education, Nashik on 7th and 8th January, 2012. Her paper was also published in the conference proceedings of the seminar with ISBN: 978-93-81354-23-0.
Mrs. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Conducted a session on Micro teaching skills – “Skill of Explanation” during the in-service training for Special Education teachers from all over Maharashtra, organized at National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped Regional Centre, Navi Mumbai, on 15th November, 2011.
  • Conducted a Workshop on “Making Instructional Material” at St. Xavier’s Institute of Education and Research, Churchgate on 3rd August, 2011.
  • Attended a One Day Workshop on “NAAC – Accreditation: Process and Advantages” at Birla College, Kalyan, on 17th December, 2011.
  • Attended a One Day Workshop on “Window movie making” at Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education and Research on 21st January, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “A Study of Stress Management of Teacher Educators” at Sinhagad College of Education on 25th and 26th March, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Professional Development of Teacher Educators through Asynchronous Learning Tools” at Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education and Research on 10th and 11th April, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Correlates of factors of human resource management” at Pillai College of Education and Research on 4th and 5th April, 2012.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Attended the 4-week orientation programme organized by UGC-Academic Staff College, H.P. University, Shimla from 2nd to 28th May, 2011.
  • Created curriculum aligned rich animated digital content for Std. 5 in English Language for Marathi Medium students in the month of June.
  • Presented a paper titled “Engaging students in teaching and learning – Ways and Means” at the National Seminar on Teaching, Learning and Evaluation – Shaping our Future organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai on 18th July, 2011.
  • Coordinator for the National Level Seminar On Environmental Re-engineering: Series 2-Forest Resource Management, organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 19th and 20th October, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Grandma’s Healthcare Practices” at the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering: Series 2-Forest Resource Management organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 19th and 20th October, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Global Competencies to Meet the Challenges Of Higher Education – Review and Development Agenda” at the International Conference on emerging Issues and challenges In Higher Education organized by Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan during 4th to 6th November, 2011.
  • Conducted a session on Micro teaching skills – “Skill of Questioning” during the in-service training for Special Education teachers from all over Maharashtra, organized at National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped Regional Centre, Navi Mumbai, on 15th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Grandma’s Healthcare Practices” at the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering: Series 2-Forest Resource Management organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 19th and 20th October, 2011.
  • Invited as a resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct Workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Seagaon and Kuttal on Life – Skill Education for secondary school students on 21st and 22nd February, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Printed Symbols to Living Speech – Let’s make it possible!” at the National Level Seminar cum workshop on Current Challenges in English Language Teaching organized by Narayan Guru College of Commerce, Chembur, on 24th February, 2012.
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Attended the 4-week orientation programme organized by UGC – Academic Staff College, H.P. University, Shimla from 2nd to 28th May, 2011.
  • Attended the National Seminar on Teaching, Learning and Evaluation – Shaping our Future organized by St. Teresa’s Institute of Education, Mumbai on 18 July, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Innovative Teaching Learning Process: Blending Techniques” in the UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Emerging Opportunities in Future Higher Education” organized by Seva Sadan’s College of Education held on 11th and 12th October, 2011.
  • Conducted a session on Micro teaching skills – “Skill of Blackboard Writing” during the in-service training for Special Education teachers from all over Maharashtra organized at National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped Regional Centre, Navi Mumbai on 15th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “A study of secondary school students’ awareness of the human reproductive system and its implications” at the Seminar series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education Society on 18th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Modernizing Learning through cloud computing” at the International Conference on “Elevating Learning” organized by Dr. Bhabha Saheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad, AIAER, Gujarat Chapter and Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal, Gujarat Prant, on 3rd and 4th December, 2011.
  • Invited as a resource person by Jindal Steel Company (CSR department) to conduct workshops in Ashramshala Schools in Boisar, Betegaon, Seagaon and Kuttal on Life – Skill Education for secondary school students on 21st and 22nd February, 2012.
Mrs. Namrata Saxena
  • Presented Paper jointly with Dr. Sunita Wadikar on ‘Moving beyond traditional classrooms – preparing a Global Competent Teacher’ in the UGC sponsored Two Days State Level Seminar on ‘Transformational Innovations and Diversity in Teacher Education’ organized by Gujarat Research Society’s, Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Khar, on 10th – 11th March, 2012.
  • Conducted Workshop on “Jerk Technology” in Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur and New Panvel.
  • Participated in the World Education Conference on ‘Teacher Education: Emerging Challenges and Responses’ organized by Dayanand Institute of Education, Management and Research at D.A.V. Public School, New Panvel, on 10th – 11th December, 2011.
  • Made contributions towards adding and organizing the content to develop the book ‘The Ultimate Guide to Job Interview Answers’ compiled by Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai.
  • Developing Chemistry Curriculum of K-12 students for Mahatma Education Society’s Dr Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel and Gorai based on Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai’s ideas of a global curriculum.
Mrs. Leena Elsa Oommen
  • Participated in UGC sponsored One Day National Level Workshop on “Revitalising Gandhian Values in 21st Century” organized by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education on 29th July, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Upliftment of Indian Domestic Workers through Self Help Group (SHG)” in One Day State Level Seminar on ‘Human Rights’ under the theme “Globalization: Degeneration of the Third Sector” organised by Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and Commerce, held on 9th December, 2011.
Mrs. Tina Roy
  • Participated in UGC sponsored one day National Level Workshop on “Revitalising Gandhian Values in 21st Century” organized by Hansraj Jivandas College of Education on 29th July, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Equipping 21st Century Learner’s with 21st Century Skills” at the two days UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Emerging Opportunities in Future Higher Education” organized by Seva Sadan’s College of Education, held on 11th and 12th October, 2011.
  • Conducted sessions on Micro teaching skills – “Skill of Set Induction and Skill of Reinforcement and Closure” during the in-service training for special education teachers from all over Maharashtra, organized at National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped Regional Centre on 15th and 16th November, 2011.
  • Attended and participated in a two days DOW – Trailblazers Teacher Training workshop named “DOW – Trailblazers Multiply the Message”. The theme for the workshop was “Sharing the Planet” and the topic was “Environment Education Innovative Classroom Teaching Methods”. It was conducted on 19th and 20th November, 2011 near Karjat by education outbound company Trailblazers and was funded by DOW International.
  • Presented a paper titled “The So-Called Weaker Sex” in One Day State Level Seminar on “Human Rights – Education, Awareness and Enlightenment”, organized by Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and Commerce, held on 9th December, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “A study of the impact of an Instructional Module (Using Games) on ‘Indices’ in Maths on Conceptual Clarity and Mathematics Anxiety of Std. VIII students” at the Seminar series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education Society on 30th March, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Human – Organization Amalgamation” at Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel 4th and 5th 2012.
Mrs. Devanshi Praveen
  • Presented a paper titled “Challenges of a Multicultural Classroom – Ways of Coping” at the State Level Seminar at N.S.S. College of Education, Tardeo on 16th and 17th September, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “A Study of Environmental Practices in Schools in the Township of Panvel” at the National Level Seminar on Environmental Re-engineering: Series 2-Forest Resource Management organised by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 19th and 20th October, 2011.
  • Conducted a session on Micro teaching skills – “Skill of Illustrating with Examples” during the in-service training for Special Education teachers from all over Maharashtra, organized at National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped Regional Centre, Navi Mumbai, on 16th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “A study of the effects of the teacher education programme on teacher efficacy at secondary level” at the Seminar series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education Society on 18th November, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Fun with Grammar Teaching” at “Prabuddhan” an International Conference on “Elevating Learning” organized by Dr. Bhabha Saheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad, AIAER, Gujarat Chapter and Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal, Gujarat Prant, on 3rd and 4th December, 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Exploring Vocabulary Acquisition Strategies – A Challenge” at the National Level Seminar cum Workshop on “Current Challenges in English Language Teaching” organized by Narayan Guru College of Commerce, Chembur, on 24th February, 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Issues and Challenges of Teacher Education Programme” at the State Level Seminar on Transformative Innovations and Diversity in Teacher Education organized by H. J. College of Education, Khar (W), on 10th and 11th March, 2012.
Ms. Bhagyashree Mhatre
  • Attended Refresher Course on “New Trends in Library Management and Challenges in Information Science” organized by UGC Academic Staff College, University of Pune from 28th November to 18th December, 2011.
  • Attended Workshop on “Koha Skills” organized by Pillai Institute of Information Technology from 28th to 30th January, 2012.
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Presented a paper on Health Education at the UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Recent trends in Physical Education, Sports, Health Education, Yoga and Stress Management” from 11th to 13th August, 2010 organized by the Department of Physical Education Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta, Kerala.
  • Presented a paper cum demonstration titled ‘Environmentally productive actions with solid wastes’ at the National Seminar on ‘Environmental Re-engineering for Enhanced Living’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 1st and 2nd October, 2010.
  • Invited as a Chief Guest at the Annual Day Celebration of Powai English High School, Mumbai, in December 2010.
  • Shared her expertise as a resource person for the theme “Being together winning together” at the inaugural function of the 21st regional meet of Forum of Women in Public Sector (WIPS), Western Region, HOCL on 23rd October, 2010 organized by MES’s Pillai International School, Rasayani.
  • Course writer for Research Methodology in M.A. (Edu.) Part II, University of Mumbai.
  • Guest lecturer for Environmental Education in M.A. (Edu.) Part II at the University of Mumbai.
Mr. Bijoy K. Thomas
  • Presented a paper on “Technology: Boon for Life skills Education” at the National Level Seminar organized by MES’s Pillai College of Education and Research, Chembur on 8th and 9th October, 2010.
  • Presented a paper with Mrs. Geeta R. Thakur on “A study of the effectiveness of pictorial concept mapping in the teaching of Science” at the International Conference, ‘Episteme-4’, from 5th to 9th January, 2011 organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education.
  • Their paper on “A study of the effectiveness of pictorial concept mapping in the teaching of Science” was published in Conference proceedings by Mac Millan publications, India.
Mrs. Geeta R. Thakur
  • Serviced as a resource person to guide the students of Manjra Charitable Trust’s College of Education and Research, Navi Mumbai, from the examination point of view for the subject Information and Communication Technology on 28th February, 2011.
  • Presented a paper with Mr. Bijoy K. Thomas on “A study of the effectiveness of pictorial concept mapping in the teaching of Science” at the International Conference, ‘Episteme-4’, from 5th to 9th January, 2011 organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education.
  • Their paper on “A study of the effectiveness of pictorial concept mapping in the teaching of Science” was published in Conference proceedings by Mac Millan publications, India.
Mrs. Harshani Patre
  • Presented a paper titled ‘p’aqaimak iSaxaNa – BaivaYyaatIla gauMtvaNaUk’ under the sub theme ‘Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009’ at the UGC Sponsored National Seminar at Chembur Comprehensive College of Education on 14th and 15th October, 2010.
  • Her paper on ‘Shikshak Prashikshanacha Kana’ was published in the Journal – Bhartiya Shikshan, March 2010. Another paper titled “Eeyatta athavicha abhaskram ani manavdhikar: shikshikanchia bhumiketun” was published in the journal ‘Shikshan Samiksha’, July 2010.
  • Was invited as a Guest Lecturer for Hindi method by the PCP centre of YCMOU, Government B.Ed. College, Panvel.
Mrs. Simran Kasu
  • Presented a paper with Mrs. Bhavna S. Dave on “Curriculum and its Transaction: The Human Rights Perspective” at the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on ‘Upholding Human Dignity: Exploring New Paradigms’ organized by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, Colaba, on 26th and 27th August, 2010.
  • Attended the National Level Seminar on: Terrorism – a global phenomenon at Royal College of Arts and Commerce, Mira Road, on 21st August, 2010.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Presented a paper on “A study of the effect of the revised English textbook as perceived by the teachers and students of standard X” at the Seminar series organized by the Research Forum of Mahatma Education Society on 29th July, 2010.
  • Attended the National Level Seminar on: Terrorism – a global phenomenon at Royal College of Arts and Commerce, Mira Road, on 21st August, 2010.
  • Presented a paper with Mrs. Simran Kasu on “Curriculum and its Transaction: The Human Rights Perspective” at the UGC Sponsored National seminar on ‘Upholding Human Dignity: Exploring New Paradigms’ organized by Bombay Teacher’s Training College, Colaba, on 26th and 27th August, 2010.
  • Presented a paper on “Water Conservation using Coco soil mix” at the National Seminar on ‘Environmental Re-engineering for Enhanced Living’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 1st and 2nd October, 2010.
  • Cleared the UGC-SET (Maharashtra) in Education – August, 2010 Examination.
Mrs. Anoja M. Suvarna
  • Attended a Seminar-cum-Workshop on “Learning Disabilities” conducted by Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup, on the 14th February, 2011.
Ms. Bhagyashri J. Mhatre
  • Presented a paper on “Collection Development challenges and services catering strategies in Electronic era” at the UGC Sponsored National Conference on “Collection Development of Resources in Electronic Environment” organized by Gokhale Education Society’s College of Education and Research, Parel, Mumbai in collaboration with Dr. MSG Foundation Mumbai on 17th and 18th February, 2011.
Mrs. Geeta S. Thakur
  • Presented a paper titled “A Case Study on the Bio-Filter Plant at Naval Civilian Housing Colony, Kanjurmarg” at the National Seminar on ‘Environmental Re-engineering for Enhanced Living’ organized by Pillai College of Education and Research, New Panvel on 1st and 2nd October, 2010.
  • Attended a Seminar-cum-Workshop on “Learning Disabilities” conducted by Guru Nanak College of Education and Research, Bhandup, on the 14th February, 2011.
  • Cleared the UGC-SET (Maharashtra) in Education – August, 2010 Examination.
Principal Dr. Sally Enos
  • Presented a paper on “Professional Development of Teachers in the Present Scenario” under the sub theme Models of Professional Development of Teachers in the Context of Technological Advances at the IATE International conference, University of Mumbai, in December, 2009.
  • Participated in the workshop on ‘Moodle’ organized by Department of Instructional Design University of Mumbai, November 2009.
  • On 12th December, 2009 Dr. Sally Enos gave a presentation on Green patriotism at the Annual General Meeting of the Soroptomist delegates of National Association of Soroptomist International of India (NASI of India) at Vasudevan Pillai’s Campus, New Panvel.
  • Conducted a session on ‘Carbon Footprints’ at PCER, Chembur. The programme was organized to bring about awareness in the B.Ed. students and as a part of the research project undertaken by Principal of PCER, Chembur in collaboration with Rotaract club of Deonar. She also took up a session on the same at Guru Nanak College of Education, Chembur.
  • Principal Dr. Sally Enos was invited as chief guest for the Annual Day Function at New Horizon High School, New Panvel. Her talk on this occasion was well received and appreciated by all.
  • Dr. Sally Enos’ view to the women’s day question “Do we need to talk of Gender inequality or equal opportunity?” was published in the Times of India, 7th March 2010.
  • A paper on ‘living values’ was published in the trinity news magazine
  • The research work “A study of the effect of environmental education as perceived by the student teachers” was published in the Pillai’s Journal issue 3.
  • Coordinator and lecturer of our PCP centre for MA Education-Distance Education (Mumbai University)
  • Paper setter and Evaluator for B. Ed. & M. Ed.
Mrs. Kalpana Yelgaonkar
  • In charge, at the college level for Extension Activity organized by DACEE, University of Mumbai.
  • Attended and participated in the workshops related to Extension Activity.
  • Part of team teaching for Evaluation Workshop (unit plan) January 2010.
  • Attended a Zonal Level Workshop on Gender Sensitization Organized by Women’s Development Cell (WDC), University of Mumbai, November 2009.
  • Presented a report about Gender Sensitization at the College Level, December 2009.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part I
Mrs. Vandana Mishra
  • Cleared the UGC-NET in Education – June 2009 Examination.
  • Cleared the UGC-SET (Maharashtra) in Education – September 2009 Examination.
  • Attended and presented paper at the UGC sponsored NAAC seminar ‘Reaccreditation in higher education measures for quality sustenance’ presented paper on ‘Teaching learning process’ in the month of September.
  • Attended the orientation program organized by UGC, Academic Staff College, from 28th December, 2009 to 25th January, 2010.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part I.
Mr. Bijoy K. Thomas
  • Presented a paper on “Challenges of Online Learning” at Research Forum of Pillai’s Group of Institutions, July 2009.
  • Participated in the workshop on ‘Moodle’ organized by Department of Instructional Design University of Mumbai, November 2009.
  • Conducted workshop on ‘Moodle’ at college level, December 2009
  • Presented a paper on “Attitude of Secondary School Students towards Computer” at the IATE International conference, University of Mumbai, in December, 2009.
  • Part of team teaching for Evaluation Workshop (Weightage and Blue print), January 2010.
  • Undertaken a Research based Project on ‘Concept mapping’ in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Science Education Centre, Mumbai.
  • Published a research based article related to ‘A study of student &Educators towards ICT’ in Journal of Global Economy.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part I.
Mrs. Harshani Patre
  • Invited as a guest lecturer for Hindi and History method by the PCP centre of YCMOU, Government B.Ed. College, Panvel.
  • Presented a paper on ‘Human Rights and Education’ at the State Level Conference at Patan organized by Patan Education Society and Maharashtra State Secondary Teacher Training Conference.
  • An essay in Marathi titled ‘Shikshak Prashikshanacha Kana- Sarav Patt’ was published in the March 2010 Bharatiya Shikshan educational magazine.
  • Part of team teaching for Evaluation Workshop (Weightage & Blue print), January 2010.
  • Planned and organized practice teaching.
Mrs. Geeta Thakur
  • Conducted a workshop on “Objectives & Specifications” at college level, August 2009.
  • Organized and conducted workshop on ‘teaching aids’ at college level, August 2009
  • Part of team teaching for Evaluation workshop (Question wise analysis), January 2010.
  • Attended and Presented paper at the National level UGC sponsored seminar on “Reaccreditation in higher education” at Seva Sadan’s College of Education, Ulhasnagar, September 2009.
  • Presented a paper on “Self Efficacy of D.Ed. Student Teacher and Development of ICT based Blended Learning Model” at the IATE, International Conference, University of Mumbai, December 2009.
  • Attended orientation program from 18th February 2010 to 18th March 2010 organized by UGC Academic Staff College, University of Mumbai.
  • Undertaken a Research based project on ‘concept mapping’ in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Science Education centre, Mumbai.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part II.
Mrs. Bhavna Dave
  • Attended a workshop on ‘Different Teaching Methodologies in English Grammar’ on 3rd December 2009 organized by Madhuban Educational Forum.
  • Attended a workshop on ‘Child Psychology’ on 23rd December 2009 organized by Madhuban Educational Forum.
  • In charge at the college level for Extension Activity organized by DACEE, University of Mumbai.
  • Attended and participated in the workshops related to Extension Activity organized by DACEE, University of Mumbai.
  • Conducted workshop on different teaching methodologies in English Grammar at college level.
  • Part of team teaching for Teaching Aid Workshop at college level.
  • Editor of the college magazine and news letters.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part I.
Mrs. Simran Kasu
  • Planned and organized Alumni Meet.
  • Organized and executed the research based project.
  • Conducted lectures for MA Education part II.