Pre-Conference Workshop: Qualitative Research Methodology in Life Skills

9th International Conference on Life Skills Education: ICLSE 2024

03 January, 2024

 Event : Pre-Conference Workshop-III : Qualitative Research Methodology in Life Skills (part 2)

Day 2: 03-01-2024

VENUE: M.Ed Research Room

TIME :10:00 a.m.

PROGRAMME

• Invocation

• Mr. Neeraj.S

• Welcome Speech

• Ms. Deepa S.R

• Coordinator 

• Prof. Dr Bindu.B

• Vote of Thanks

• Malini.G

• Compering the Session

• Ms. Gopika G.S 

10:00 a.m. - 11:00a.m.

Technical Session 3: Focus Group Discussion as a Tool for Qualitative Research

Prof. V. Reghu (Former Controller of Examinations, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chennai)

11:00a.m. - 11:15a.m. : Tea Break

11:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Technical Session 4: Interview as a Technique for Qualitative Research

-    Prof. V. Reghu

Technical Session 5: Exploring Different Qualitative Approaches to Life Skills Research

Prof. V. Reghu

1:00 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. : Lunch Break

Report 

               The pre-conference workshop on Qualitative Research Methodology in life skills, organized by IALSE and Mar Theophilus Training College, covered various aspects. On the morning of 03-01-2024, a comprehensive session from 10:00 am to 1.00 pm was held.

               Technical session 3 led by Dr. V. Reghu delved into “Focus Group Discussion as a tool for qualitative research”. The discussion opened crucial aspects including planning, characteristics, purpose and the significance of employing Focus Group Discussions (FGD) in qualitative research.

            A notable highlight of the session was a dynamic activity engaging participants in a focused group discussion on the problems faced by the PhD students. This activity extended for half an hour, offering an immersive exploration in real-world challenges. Participants were granted a 10 minutes preparation time, complemented by the guidance to the observants.

               The session culminated in a thoughtful examination of the advantages and disadvantages associated with focus group discussion, providing the attendees with a balanced understanding of the method’s utility and limitations. His insightful exploration set solid foundations for subsequent sessions, contributing to the overall enrichment of the workshop’s participants in the realm of qualitative research methodology in life skills education.

               Following the energizing tea break, the workshop continued with technical session 4, led by Prof. V. Reghu focusing on “Interview as a Technique for Qualitative Research”. A captivating element of this session is that Prof. V. Reghu skillfully navigated through various interview formats by showing videos of structured interview, semi-structured and unstructured. This comprehensive exploration equipped participants with a nuanced understanding of the versatility and applicability of ‘interview techniques’. Session 5 unfolded “Exploring different Qualitative approaches to life skills research”. This segment provided a broad view of qualitative methodologies, fostering deeper understanding as life skills research.

              The workshop’s conclusion was marked by valuable feedback from participants, reflecting on the enriching insights gained throughout the sessions. Malini G, a distinguished research scholar extended a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the speaker and participants for active engagement and contributions.

VENUE: MTTC AUDITORIUM

PRE CONFERENCE WORKSHOP IV :

ON  LIFE SKILLS TRAINING THROUGH 

STORYTELLING  (PANCHATANTRA  STORIES)

Day 2: 03-01-2024

TIME :10:00 a.m.

PROGRAMME:

1. Invocation

• Priya Mary Arya

2. Welcome Speech

• Mrs. Jyotsana P (Research Scholar)

3. Lighting the Lamp

4. Workshop Resource Persons:

• Prof. Uma Joshi (Former Director of Amity University Jaipur)

5. Coordinator 

• Prof. Dr Bindu.B

6. Vote of Thanks

• Mrs. Vincy Byju (Research Scholar)

7. Compering the Session

• Ms. Sreema Sandra

Report

Pre Conference Workshop on  Life skills through storytelling ( PANCHATANTRA  STORIES) was held on 3rd January 2024 at MTTC Auditorium. The speaker was Professor Uma Joshi ,Former Director of  Amity University, Jaipur. The programme started at 9:30 Am with the inaugural ceremony. The anchoring was done by Sreema  (Bed Scholar) , Prayer by Priya Mary John ( Bed Scholar ) and welcome speech by Jyotsana ( Research Scholar ).M N  Musthafa  (IALSE  President ) , Dr Joju John ( Principal in charge MTTC) , Professor Dr Maya S  and Professor Dr Bindu B  enriched the inaugural ceremony with their valuable presence .Uma Joshi inaugurated the session by lighting the lamp symbolizing the  pursuit of knowledge .

The session on  Panchatantra started at 10 :00 Am .The resource person started the session with a powerful introduction highlighting the importance of teachers in molding younger generations. The resource person pointed out that life skills make professional life successful and personal life happy .The session turned the participant’s attention towards  Life Skills such as Self Awareness ,Empathy ,Critical thinking ,Creative Thinking ,Problem Solving ,Decision Making ,effective communication, Interpersonal Relationship, Dealing with emotion and coping with stress . An anagram quiz and puzzles were circulated among the participants.

The session highlighted that health ,happiness and success is determined by balance of both hard skills and soft skills. It adds to the point that life skills determine the quality of life .The resource person turned our attention to the fact that life skills have special relevance in adolescence as it helps them to build a strong foundation of personality which in turn help them to develop a healthy  style of life which is confident ,independent and Optimistic.

Uma Joshi ,the resource person  introduced the participants to Evolutionary model of well being prepared by herself .They are Happiness of Wisdom ( technical and professional knowledge related with IQ ) ,Happiness of  Efficiency and Efficient child ( related with EQ) ,Happiness of Success and Successful Child ( EQ), Ultimate Happiness and  Superior Child ( SQ). The workshop gave emphasis to see things in a different perspective .The tea and snacks were distributed and there was a short break between 11:45 to 12:00.

After the break , the resource person provides information about Panchatantra stories in detail and highlights the importance of panchatantra as highly circulated Literature after the Bible .The session also highlighted the effectiveness of storytelling as a method to provide training of life skills to students . Uma Joshi Ma’ am highlighted the importance of Panchatantra stories  in promoting life skills .Through the stories of Four Friends  ,Lion and Rabbit ,Turtle and Swan emphasized the idea of imparting life skills through stories .The  stories focused on five aspects such as loss of friends ,gain of friends, weak and frail ,loss of gain and breach of trust .Through the session participants understood that stories are applicable across time and it is universal in nature .It helps to foster moral values.  The panchatantra stories impart decision making skills ,art of problem solving  ,effective communication ,timely action and building relationships .

The session makes the participants focus on the fact that practical intelligence is focused in stories .The session ended at 1:00  pm . The resource person also arranged an exhibition on Panchatantra stories. Resource ends the session with a message that  life Us a series of challenges and everyone should face the challenge by incorporating life skills .

Lincy Baiju on behalf of the Mar Theophilus Training College expressed thanks to resource person Uma Joshi . It was followed by certificate distribution  .The certificate to Resource person was distributed by Dr Raghu ,MEd Director of Mar Theophilus Training College .The participants certificates were also  distributed .The workshop  was enriching and informative for participants.

PRE CONFERENCE WORKSHOP V :   LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 

THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING

 TO TEACHERS

VENUE: MTTC AUDITORIUM

Day 2: 03-01-2024

TIME :10:00 a.m.

PROGRAMME:

Objective: To impart life skill development through community service learning to teachers

Key speaker: Sr. Dr. Nirmala Arul IBVM, Loretto Province, Kolkata

Inauguration ceremony highlights: Comparing- Josna Jose

Invocation with prayer song- Jyothika Shaji

Welcome speech- Achu Sajan

Presidential address- M N Musthafa(President of IALSE)

Lighting ceremony

Session-Sr.Dr.Nirmala Arul(speaker)

Vote of thanks- Sr. Achal Grace

Coordinator - Dr. Neena Thomas

 

Session overview:  

It was an exciting and informative session filled with insights and valuable knowledge that enhances and fosters empathy, adaptability, and communication skills-based life skill for community-based service learning in teachers. The key speaker Sr. Nirmala shared her experiences and allowed participants to share their overview on engaging the society with community service learning. Imminent personalities from different regions from audience side came forward to share their points on the impact of inculcating life skills in community service learning. 

Interactivity and engagement

The key element of this pre-workshop was the group discussion on developing a project for community service learning. Five groups came forward with five different project ideas which they presented, collected feedback and encouraged others with their ideas.

Participant feedback

Highly impacted and improved interpersonal skills, increased empathy, enhanced visualization of dreams and broadened the way of approach to students

Key takeaways

 Do achieve your goals without harming anyone, enhanced life skills such as critical thinking, communication, empathy, interpersonal relationship and problem solving

Future implications

Planned to adopt those projects developed in community in a regular basis in future

Acknowledgment

Heartfelt gratitude to all delegates who contributed to the success of workshop

 

 Report

The pre-conference workshop ‘life skill development through community service learning’ to teachers, organized by IALSE and Mar Theophilus Training College, covered various aspects. On the afternoon of 03-01-2024, a comprehensive session from 1:30PM TO 3:30PM was unfolded.

The session was led by Sr.Dr. Nirmala Arul focused into “life skill development through community service learning to teachers”. The discussion opened crucial aspects including planning, enhancing and improving life skill development through community service learning to teachers.

A notable highlight of the session was the group discussion engaging participants in a focused discussion on introducing new projects in developing community service learning. This activity extended for half and participants were granted 10 minutes as preparation time, complemented by the guidance to the observants. All of the five groups presented their ideas and collected feedback from audience side.

The session culminated in a thoughtful examination of introducing new methods to develop life skills such as empathy, critical thinking, interpersonal relationship and problem solving. The workshop’s conclusion was marked by valuable feedback from participants, reflecting on the enriching insights gained throughout the sessions. Ath end distributed all the certificates to all participants and extended vote of thanks by Sr.Achal Grace for expressing gratitude to the speaker and participants for active engagement and involvement.

Pre-Conference Workshop: Qualitative Research Methodology in Life Skills

 9th International Conference on Life Skills Education: ICLSE 2024

02 January, 2024

Report on Pre-Conference Workshop-I: 

Qualitative Research Methodology in Life Skills

Organized by the Indian Association of Life Skills Education (IALSE), Chennai, and Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram

Dates: 2nd and 3rd January 2024

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Day 1: 02-01-2024

Inauguration Ceremony

Venue : M.Ed Hall

• 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

• Welcome: Prof. Dr. Joju John

• Convenor, Principal in-charge, Mar Theophilus Training College, Nalanchira

• Inauguration: Dr. A. Radhakrishnan Nair

• Chairperson, Founder President, IALSE, Former Registrar, Central University of Kerala & Visiting Professor, Assam Don Bosco University

• Felicitation:

1.  Prof. Reghu.V

• Former Controller of Examinations,  Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chennai

2. Ms. Rama Bhide

•  Secretary, IALSE

3. Prof. Dr Maya.S

• Organising Secretary, Professor MTTC, Nalanchira

• Vote of Thanks: Dr. Deepthi Elizabeth Mathew

• Co-ordinator of Pre-Conference Research Workshop, Assistant Professor MTTC, Nalanchira

Technical Sessions

• 10:15 a.m. - 10:25 a.m. - Tea Break

• 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

• Technical Session 1: Research in Life Skills - A Conceptual Framework

• Prof. M. N. Muhammadunni Alias Musthafa, President, IALSE

• 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

• Technical Session 2: Data Gathering Technique in Qualitative Research

• Prof. Asha J.V., Professor & Head of the Department, School of Pedagogical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University

• 1:00 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. - Lunch Break

• 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

• Continuation of Technical Session 2

• 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Tea Break

• Continuation of Technical Session 2

Part 1 (02-01-2024)

VENUE: M.Ed Hall

Report

The inauguration ceremony begins with the prayer by B Ed student ,and welcome by Dr Joju John, principle Mar Theophilus Training college , the esteemed host of the event ,the welcome address set a positive and inclusive tone for the programme.

 The programme was inaugurated by lighting the lamp that symbolizes the purest of knowledge and the dispelling of darkness ,by Dr Radhakrishnan Nair founder President ,IALSE .Followed by an insightful inaugural address , providing a thoughtful framework for the program's proceedings. The felicitation segment added a touch of honor to the occasion, with Pro. V Raghu, former controller of examinations Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of youth Development Chennai , Dr Rema Devi and pro Dr Maya S professor MTTC ,Nalanchira .To conduct a sincere vote of thanks by Dr Deepthi Elizabath Mathew , co – ordinator of pre- conference , expressed gratitude to all involved , acknowledging their roles in making the event a success. The entire programme was exceptionally by Mr Karthika B Ed first year student.

The technical session 1, Research in life skills a conceptual framework by Prof M N Mohamedunni Alias Musthafa, Prof and head , department of education central university of Kerala , president IALSE begins with the introductory talk by Ms Shifali of central university , and the event was technically supported by Manoj of central university.  At 11 am after a short discussion about Manifestation by learning and strengthening ourselves with learning , the session was handed over to Pro . Asha V, professor and Head of the department school of pedagogical science, M G university . Prof Asha dealt with the topic “ Data gathering technique in qualitative research “ . Here the teacher discussed when and where we have to apply quantitative research , its type , different methods , its importance with appropriate illustrations and interactive explanations . She also mentioned hybrid learning and time for review . The session ended with doubt clarification and discussion . Dr Bala from Nagaland , Pramila Thapa from Nepal , Preetha ma’am and some other participants actively participated in the discussion . The session was concluded by 1.15pm with the expression of gratitude by Salma , B Ed first year student . And the group dispersed for lunch .

 

After lunch break technical session 1 was continued by Musthafa sir by 2.06 pm . The session started by asking the question: what is research? The session was fully interactive and illustrative. Discussing the research problems of the participants and his personal experiences, sir has pointed out and well explained about research and its components , different methods in research , Phenomenology , triangulation , mixed methods etc. The session enhanced the knowledge level among the participants and hence it was intended to be an elaborative discussion session .Dr Bala , Dhanya Mohan , Vincy Biju , Fouciya  , Bablu and many others participated in the discussion part . Vote of thanks was delivered by Karthika , with words of gratitude for Mustafa Sir and all other participants in the programme of day 1 which came to an end by 4.23 pm .

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 Event : Pre-Conference Workshop-I: Qualitative Research Methodology in Life Skills (part 1)

Inaugural session

Addressed  by Prof. V. Reghu, Former Controller of Examinations,  Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chennai

Inaugural address by Dr. A. Radhakrishnan, Chairperson, Founder President IALSE

Special address by Ms. Rama Bhide, Secretary IALSE

TECHNICAL SESSION 1

Talk by Prof.  M. N. Muhammadunni Alias Musthafa, President, IALSE

TECHNICAL SESSION 2

Talk by Prof. Asha J.V., Professor & Head of the Department, School of Pedagogical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University

Event: Pre-Conference Workshop-II on EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND LIFE SKILLS

Organizers:

• Indian Association of Life Skills Education (IALSE), Chennai

• Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram

Date and Time:

• Date: January 2, 2024

• Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

• Venue: MTTC Auditorium

PROGRAMME:

1. Invocation

• Ms. Radhika L Raj

2. Welcome Speech

• Ms. Malavika. S R

3. Lighting the Lamp

4. Workshop Resource Persons:

• Mr. Prasad Jayasingh

• Mr. Roshan Dela Bandare

• Ms. W. Rasika Manohari

• Mr. Isuru Ranaweera

• Mr. Velusamy Manogran

• Ms. Niroshikia Karawdeniya

• Ms. Cynthiya Niluxshini Robinson

5. Coordinator 

• Dr. Ancy.A.S

6. Vote of Thanks

• Ms. Shafina. S

7. Compering the Session

• Devika M V

 Report

Mar Theophilus Training College, Trivandrum organized a pre-conference workshop on “Emotional Intelligence and Life Skills'' on January 2, 2024, in the college auditorium. The workshop focused on the four main characteristic features of emotional intelligence. The program started at 1:30 pm with the welcome address by Ms. Devika M.V. and Malavika S.R. The dignitaries on the dias were Mr. Prasad Jayasingha, managing director and master trainer at Emotional Intelligence and Life Skills Training Team; Mr. Roshan Dela Bandera, a consultant, nutritionist, Emotional Intelligence and Life skills trainer; Ms. Rasika Manohari; consultant, psychologist and an expert in drug counseling; Mr. Velusamy Manogran, director of programs and currently serving as assistant manager in Learning and Development at Union Assurance PLC; Ms. Niroshika Karawdeniya, content writer at Emotional Intelligence and Life skills; Ms. Cynthiya Nilurshini Robinson, an accredited international yoga teacher and Dr. Joju John, Principle of Mar Theophilus Training College.

Opening remarks and introduction of the program was given by Mr. Roshan Dela Bandara and Ms. W Rasika Manohari. Mr. Roshan Dela Bandara welcomed all research scholars, experts, students and expressed his gratitude to the principal of MTTC, Dr. Joju John and the organizer of the committee, Dr. Ancy A S and Dr. Deepthi Elizabeth Mathew for giving an opportunity to organize a pre-conference workshop on Emotional Intelligence and Life Skills. Interested faculty and students from MTTC and others were invited to the pre-conference workshop.

Opening remarks and introduction of the program was given by Mr. Roshan Dela Bandara and Ms. W Rasika Manohari. They first explained the ground rules that are needed for an effective workshop such as Confidentiality, Participation, Listening and Emotional Connectedness. They further created an ice breaking by making a cap. He shared a PowerPoint presentation about the four theories that they used to develop their pre-conference workshop. They are self-awareness, social-awareness, self-management and relationship-management.

Mr. Prasad Jayasingha talked about the top ten life skills which are recommended by WHO. The top ten life skills such as problem solving, creative thinking, self-awareness, decision making etc. Then he shows a video about how to practice life skills in our community. Ms. W Rasika Manohari talked about a meditative process and asked everyone to do it. Through meditation, she explained that humans can analyze the whole body and are able to see how we look at ourselves. She urges that knowing yourselves is very important. As a whole, self-awareness is the most important characteristic of emotional intelligence.

Mr. Roshan Dela Bandara showed a video and gave a lecture about the attitudes of different people towards the fear of snakes. He mentioned the fact that all these fears came to us through just imitating the media or the society. He says that “children see; children do”.

Mr. Velusamy Manogran described that their principle to teach about emotional intelligence and life skills were through learning by doing. The experts emphasized activity oriented methods of teaching.

Finally, they gave all the participants an opportunity to express their ideas, emotions, thoughts and doubts regarding emotional intelligence. Several participants expressed their ideas and thoughts.

         Mr. Roshan Dela Bandara, Mr. Prasad Jayasingha, express their gratitude towards the principal of Mar Theophilus Training College Dr. Joju John, research scholars, students and the organizers of the workshop.

         Dr. Joju John, principle of MTTC expressed his utmost thankfulness towards the team. A participant certificate was given to all those who participated in the pre-conference workshop. The programme wrapped up around 4:30pm. The vote of thanks which was given by Ms. Shafina S.

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Event: Pre-Conference Workshop-II on EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND LIFE SKILLS

Workshop on Emotional intelligence and life skills - Inaugural session

Dignitaries on the dias : Mr. Prasad Jayasingha, Mr. Roshan Dela Bandare, Ms. Rashika Manohari, Mr. Velusamy Manogran, Ms. Niroshikia Karawdeniya, Mr. Isuru Ranaweera, Ms. Cynthia Niluxshini Robinson, Ms. Tikiri, Ms. Nalinda (Sri Lankan delegates), Prof.  M. N. Muhammadunni Alias Musthafa, President, IALSE, Prof. Dr. Joju John (Principal in charge), Prof. Dr. Maya.S (organizing secretary), Dr. Ancy.A.S and Dr. Reshmi (co-ordinators)

   Lamp lighting ceremony by the delegates

Interactive session with students by the delegates