Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) in Mysuru began a two-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Friday [1].
The initiative aims to modernize the instructional approach for new educators by prioritizing student-centered learning. This shift is intended to bridge the gap between traditional lecturing and active mentorship in a technical academic environment.
The programme is titled "Be a great mentor to be a good teacher" [1]. It specifically targets newly recruited faculty members to ensure they possess the necessary tools to support students both academically, and personally.
Organizers designed the FDP to focus on mentoring and learner-centric teaching skills [1]. By equipping instructors with these competencies, the institution seeks to improve the overall quality of education, and student engagement within its engineering departments.
The training emphasizes that effective teaching requires a foundation of strong mentorship [1]. This approach encourages faculty to move beyond the role of a primary information source and instead act as guides for their students' professional and intellectual growth.
As the programme continues through the weekend, the focus remains on practical application and the development of sustainable teaching strategies that can be implemented in the classroom immediately [1].
“Be a great mentor to be a good teacher”
This investment in faculty training suggests a strategic move by VVCE to align its teaching methodology with contemporary pedagogical standards. By emphasizing mentorship over rote instruction, the college is attempting to increase student retention and success rates through more personalized academic support.
