Faculty Exchange Prog between Modern College & CCHE held

Our Correspondent
Kohima | March 21

As part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Modern College Piphema and Capital College of Higher Education (CCHE) Kohima, the Department of English at CCHE conducted the second cycle of the Faculty Exchange Program on March 21. This initiative, jointly organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cells (IQAC) of both institutions, aimed to foster academic collaboration and professional development.

The first cycle, held on November 6, 2024, saw faculty and students from CCHE visiting Modern College. The exchange included a session on Publication Ethics by Dr Rukulu Kezo and a talk on Tempest of Tranquility, a collection of poems authored by the student, Kurhungolu Ritse, a 4th semester student of CCHE. For the second cycle, Modern College representatives visited Capital College of Higher Education, engaging in two insightful sessions—one for faculty and the other for students.

Teaching Skills and Tools in Higher Education

The faculty session focused on enhancing pedagogical approaches and equipping educators with effective teaching tools. Dr Vitsou Yano, Principal, Modern College, served as the resource person, offering valuable insights into contemporary teaching methodologies, digital integration in classrooms, and strategies for fostering interactive learning.

The session was chaired by Opangmenla Jamir, IQAC Coordinator, Capital College of Higher Education.

CCHE principal Dr Zokho Venuh delivered welcome address, emphasizing the importance of faculty development through collaborative exchanges. The session concluded with vote of thanks by Theja Lohe.

A psychoanalytical study of select works of Gabriel García Márquez

The student session featured a scholarly discussion led by Manong, Assistant Professor from Modern College. His presentation explored the psychological dimensions of select works by Gabriel García Márquez, delving into themes of memory, trauma, and the subconscious in literature.

The session, moderated by Tatongkala Lemtur, Assistant Professor, Department of English, encouraged critical engagement among students, fostering discussions on literary analysis through a psychoanalytical lens.

The interactive nature of the session allowed students to deepen their understanding of Márquez’s narratives and their underlying psychological complexities.