Formal and informal method of learning by college lecturers, as presented by B.V.Raghunandan in a Workshop organised by AJ Institute of Management, Mangalore, India on January 14, 2010

1. Teacher Learning-Formal and Informal Methods (including modern teaching aids)-B.V.Raghunandan, SVS College, Bantwal AJ Institute of Management, Mangalore. January 14, 2010

2. Attitude of a Teacher Proud of being a Teacher Total commitment Self –supervision Self target Quality improvement Finding pleasure in the company of students Maximum access to students

3. Learning Attitude Knowledge accumulation Knowledge sharing Willingness to accept knowledge from any source Listening ability Unstructured and unbiased attitude

4. Formal Methods Class Room preparation Interaction with Colleagues Attending subject related seminars/refresher courses Class room discussion Evaluation of examination papers Leisurely library work

5. Formal Methods…contd Research Publications Consultancy Extension Curriculum Development Preparation of slides Creation of video content

6. Informal Methods Personal library Membership of professional bodies General reading Choosy TV programmes Visiting book exhibitions Arranging conferences Becoming resource persons

7. More Informal Methods Interaction with alumni Helping colleagues including juniors academically Wide and deep contacts with teachers in other institutions Visiting other educational institutions at any available pretext

8. Modern Teaching Aids Usage of internet Mobile access to internet Recording TV Programmes Obtaining visual content Sharing the content with students and colleagues Usage of slide projectors and LCD projectors

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