Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 8: The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, today organised the Induction Programme for B Ed students as part of the ongoing Golden Jubilee Celebrations of CDOE.
Prof Md Zubair Kales, Dean, Faculty of Education, Cluster University of Jammu, was the chief guest. He highlighted the rapidly evolving landscape of education and technology, explaining how these changes are shaping innovative learning experiences for future educators. In addition, he offered valuable moral guidance, urging students to uphold integrity, responsibility, and empathy.
A special “Miracle of Mind” meditation session was conducted by the guest of honour Dr Siya Malhotra. Inspired by Sadhguru, the spiritual leader, she guided students in simple meditation techniques to enhance mindfulness, focus, and emotional balance. She encouraged them to cultivate self-discipline and mental clarity.
Dr Sumita Sharma, Joint Registrar, CDOE, highlighted the significant role teachers play in shaping students’ lives during their school days and encouraged the new B Ed students to value the impact they can have in future.
Earlier, Prof Pankaj K Srivastava, Director, CDOE, delivered the welcome address. He also extended a warm welcome to the newly admitted B Ed. students and highlighted the Centre’s five-decade-long journey of excellence, assuring them of a supportive and student-friendly learning environment.
Vote of thanks delivered by Dr Pooja Sharma, Assistant Professor, Department of Education. The formal proceedings of the induction programme were conducted by Dr Jaspal Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Education, and Coordinator, B Ed Programme, CDOE. The event was conducted by Jasdeep Kour and Khushi of B Ed.Programme.
