Gokula Learnovate 2K25 -Faculty Development Program

The Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “Gokula Learnovate 2K25 – Empowering Educators through Innovation and Pedagogy for the Future of Learning” was successfully conducted on 22 November 2025. The programme was organised under the auspices of the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) and the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC), with the objective of enriching faculty competencies and fostering academic innovation.

The FDP brought together academicians, researchers, and professionals, providing a scholarly platform to deliberate on contemporary developments in higher education, pedagogical advancement, and the academic integration of emerging technologies.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

The event comprised three intellectually stimulating sessions, facilitated by eminent resource persons from diverse academic backgrounds.

Session 1: AI Tools in Higher Education and Research – Scopes and Concerns

Resource Person: Fr. Sabu Thomas

Assistant Professor, Department of English, Sacred Heart College, Thevara

International Trainer in AI Tools & Blended Classrooms | Life Coach

National Award Winner for Teacher Empowerment

The inaugural session explored the expanding role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping teaching–learning ecosystems. The speaker offered critical insights into responsible AI adoption, pedagogical integration, and the ethical considerations essential for maintaining academic integrity.

Session 2: Optimizing Teaching and Learning Outcomes

Resource Person: Dr. Manu Lal P. Ram

Research Officer, Kerala State Higher Education Council

Faculty, Department of Geology, Government College Kasaragod

This session emphasised the strategic refinement of academic practices through curriculum alignment, outcome-based education (OBE), and evidence-driven pedagogical enhancement. The resource person highlighted the need for structured academic frameworks to strengthen institutional quality benchmarks.

Session 3: Effective Pedagogy and Learning – Strategies for Competitive Examinations

Resource Person: Dr. Prashant Sadanandan

Assistant Professor, Government Medical College, Kottayam

The final session provided a comprehensive discourse on systematic learning, academic discipline, and pedagogical strategies tailored to competitive examination preparedness. The speaker’s expertise offered valuable guidance to educators mentoring aspirants for national-level examinations.

The Gokula Learnovate 2K25 FDP concluded with active engagement and highly positive feedback from participants. The programme succeeded in promoting reflective teaching practices, fostering academic collaboration, and advancing a forward-looking approach to education.

The institution extends its sincere appreciation to all distinguished speakers, participants, and organisers whose dedicated efforts contributed to the success of this academic endeavour.

A meaningful step forward toward innovation-driven, future-ready teaching excellence.