One Day National Seminar on Transforming Teacher Education
Jesus Training College, Mala, Thrissur organized a One Day National Seminar on “Transforming Teacher Education: Policy, Practice and Sustainable Development” on 12/12/2025 at the College Auditorium. The seminar focused on current reforms and sustainable approaches in teacher education.
The programme began with a prayer by the College Choir, followed by a Welcome Address by Dr. Jasna P Varijan, Principal, JTC, Mala. The Presidential Address was delivered by Msgr. Wilson Erathara, Manager, JTC, Mala, highlighting the crucial role of teachers in nation-building.
The seminar was inaugurated by Prof. Amruth G Kumar, Professor, Department of Education, Central University of Kerala, who emphasized the need to align educational policy with classroom practice and sustainability goals. Rev. Fr. Vinish V Vattoly, Executive Director, JTC, Mala, offered felicitations appreciating the academic initiative.
The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Ms. Anushamol M S, Assistant Professor, JTC, Mala. The seminar provided a valuable platform for academic reflection and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to quality teacher education.
The Seminar Report Presentation by Dr. Jasna P Varjian, Principal, JTC Mala, was clear and systematic. It effectively summarized the proceedings of the day
The Keynote Address by Dr. Renjisha R, Principal, CFI College of Teacher Education, Poyya, addressed significant dimensions of teacher education reform. The emphasis on aligning policy with classroom realities was timely.
Teachers and students actively participated by presenting research papers, and the Best Paper Award was presented in recognition of outstanding scholarly contributions.