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Dr.Rachel George M
Assistant Professor in Natural Science
St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women
Ernakulam


A. General Information
a) Name : Dr. Rachel George M
b) Address (Residential) Permanent :  Thachanalil
                                                         Amalagiri P.O.
                                                          Kottayam – 686036
                                                          Ph.No. 0481 - 2595248,
                                      Present :     C3 ShangriLa, M – Fort,
                                                        Mythree Projects, Thripunitura, Ernakulam Dist
                                                        Ph.No : 0484 -2782118
                                                     

                                   E mail       :      rachelgeorgeroy@yahoo.com
                                                          rachelgeorgeroy@gmail.com

c) Marital status                                   :  Married
d) Number of children                          :  2 sons
e) Name and designation of the spouse :  Roy George,
                                                               Executive engineer,
                                                               MG University, Kottayam

f) Date of Birth                                     :  23-11-1966
g) Place of birth                                    : Thiruvalla
h) Parents Father                                  : Late Prof. M.J George
                                                               (Former Professor & Head,
                                                               Dept. of Physics, Marthoma college
                                                                          Thiruvalla.)

             Mother                                   : Late Dr. Annamma George
                                                              (Former Addl.Director of Health Services,
                                                                Kerala State.)

i) Educational institutions studied         : 1. M G M Higher Secondary School,Tvla
                                                            2. BCM College, Kottayam
                                                            3. Marthoma College,Thiruvalla
                                                            4. Titus II Teachers College,Thiruvalla
                                                            5. School of Pedagagical Sciences ,
                                                                      MG University

j) Designation                                    : Assistant Professor
k) Department                                   : Natural Science
l) Area of Specialization                     : Natural Science,
                                                           Health Education (Ph.D)

B. Academic Qualification


Exam passed
Board / University
Subjects
Year
% of marks
Division/ Grade Merit
High School
Kerala Board
All
1982
77
I Class
Pre - Degree
Gandhiji University
Physics, Chemistry, Biology
1984
73.5
I Class
Bachelor's degree (s)    B.Sc (Zoology)
Mahatma Gandhi University
Zoology (M), Botany, Chemistry                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
1987
80.3
Distinction
I Class
      B.Ed.
M.G. University
Education
1990
69.2
I Class
Master’s degree (s)
M.Sc.(Zoology)
M.G. University
Zoology
1989
67.7
I Class
M.Ed.
M.G. University
Education
1994
67.7
I Class
NET
    UGC
Education
1997
-
        -
Research Degree (s) Ph.D.
M.G. University
Education
2008
-
        -



C. Teaching Experience


Courses taught
Name of the University/College/ Institution
Durati
i.         Under Graduate level    B.Ed.


M.G. University College of Teacher Education, Kudamaloor,
Kottayam.

1995 – 2007
(11years)
               B.Ed
St. Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women,Ekm
2007 – 2012
(5 years)
   ii.     Post Graduate level
  M.Ed.
St. Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women
2007-2009
2 Years
    iii.     M.Sc. Anatomy
School of Medical Education
2005-2007
(2 years)


                    Total Teaching Experience

                             (a) Under - graduate / B. Ed : 19 Years

                             (b) Post - graduate / M.Ed : 2 Years

D. Research Experience & Training


Research or equivalent programme
Title of work/ Theses
University where the work was carried out
Ph.D (2008)
   Preparation of a learning package for developing Health Awareness among student teachers at secondary level
School of Pedagogical Sciences, M.G. University
Research Guidance-
M.Ed. dissertation
(Names of students guided successfully)

   1.Greeta Varghese
(2007-08)



2. Anu Cleetus
(2008-09)



3. Salini Visvam
(2009-2010)




4. Resmi Rajan
(2010-2011)


5. Archara


Availability and Utilization of Library facilities in Secondary Schools of Thrissur District.



Effectiveness of co operative learning strategy-Jigsaw II in Learning Biology at Secondary school level


A Study on the relationship between spiritual intelligence, academic achievement and teacher effectiveness among student teachers at elementary level



Awareness  of Waste Management Among Higher Secondary School Students.
St .Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ekm.
M.G. University
                   Training  
 (   Research Projects in the 
    areas of science and education  at B.Ed Degree level)
 
Individual Project works of B.Ed students were guided
                               i.            32 projects (2007-08)
                              ii.            36 projects (2008-09)
                              iii.            33 projects (2009-2010)
               iv.     18 projects (2010 -2011)
               v.      17 projects  (2011-2012)

St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women ,Ekm

E. Improvement of Professional Competence

Attended Seminars, Workshops, Symposium and Conferences conducted by the state Govt., UGC and presented papers.

1. Seminars, Workshops, Symposium and Conferences attended (1998-2012)

1) Seminar on Quantification Techniques and Analytical Strategies in Educational Research organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 17th,18th and 19th of March 1998.

2) UGC sponsored National Workshop on Environmental Education :Development of Curriculum for B.Ed and M.Ed Courses organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 24th and 25th of March 1998.

3) State level Workshop on Micro teaching for Teacher Educators organized by Titus II Teachers College, Tiruvalla in association with Mahatma Gandhi University on 26th and 27th July 2002.

4) State level seminar on Curriculum Transaction in Std VIII using new Text Books sponsored by Council for Teacher Education (CTE) and Titus II Teachers College, Tiruvalla on 24th Sep 2002.

5) National seminar on Excellence in Teacher Education organized by Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education sponsored by Mahatma Gandhi University and NAAC on 11th and 12th Aug 2003.

6) Second State Conference and National seminar on Innovations in Teacher Education sponsored by Council for Teacher Education (CTE) Kerala State Centre organized by Mar Theophilus Training College Thiruvananthapuram on 29th and 30th Aug 2003.

7) Orientation Programme on Restructured B.Ed Curriculum organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University on 15th - 19th March2004.

8) National Symposium on New Dimensions of Teacher Education organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 27th March 2004.

9) National seminar on Better Learner Accountability through Reflective Learning organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 29th Oct 2004.

10) Workshop on Innovative Strategies for the Effective Transaction of Restructured B.Ed Curriculum organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 18th Jan 2005.

11) State level Workshop on Models of Teaching - A Theoretical and Practical Perspective organized by Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education on 28th, 29th and 30th July 2005.

12) State level seminar on Effective Evaluation: Current Trends organized by School of Pedagogical Sciences , Mahatma Gandhi University on 21st May 2005.

13) Seminar on Models of Teaching organized by UCTE,Vaikom on 25th March 2006.

14) National seminar on Modern Instructional Strategies in Teacher Education organized by Buddha College of Teacher Education on 27th March 2006.

15) National Workshop on Research Methodology in Education sponsored by UGC and Mahatma Gandhi University and organized by Titus II Teachers College, Tiruvalla on 7th ,8th and 9th March 2007.

16) National Conference on Teacher Education organized by Govt. College of Teacher Education, Tvm on 26th and 27th Oct 2007.

17) International Seminar on Cognitive Restructuring: Linking with Classroom Competencies and Life Skills organized by N.S.S Training College, Changanacherry on 14th and 15th Dec 2007.

18) State level seminar on Modern Trends Curriculum Transaction & Evaluation sponsored by Mahatma Gandhi University and organized by St.Thomas College of Teacher Education ,Pala on 22nd Sep 2008.

19) National seminar on Best Practices in IT – Enabled Teacher Education and Knowledge Management sponsored by Kerala State IT- Mission and organized by Centre for Educational Technology & National Curriculum Development Centre and Dept. of Education ,University of Kerala on 17th and 18th Oct 2008.

20) Seminar on Recent Trends in Natural Science Education organized by AKTCTA at St.Thomas College of Teacher Education ,Pala on 21st Oct 2008.

21) Seminar on Modern Educational Practices organized by AKTCTA at Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education on 20th Oct 2008.

22) Workshop on Right to Information Act organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women,Ekm on 5th Dec 2008.

23) State level Workshop on Materialising Social Constructivism and Critical Pedagogy in the Classroom organized by N.S.S Training College, Changanacherry on 16th and 17th Jan 2009.

24) Two day State level Workshop on Developing Leadership Qualities Among Women organized by Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education on 26th and 27th March 2009.

25) Five day Workshop on Restructuring Curriculum of Degree Course (B.Ed) conducted by Mahatma Gandhi University on 14th,15th,20th,21st, and 22nd May 2009.

26) Workshop and poster competition on Gender Sensitization sponsored by Education International; Canadian Teachers Federation and AIACHE and organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women,Ekm on 9th Oct 2009.

27) State level seminar on Behavioral Problems of School students in the emerging Social Scenario- Assessment and Remedial Measures organized by the School of Behavioral Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University and AKTCTA on 19th Oct 2009.

28) Participated in Two day Orientation Programme on Restructured B.Ed Curriculum organized by Mahatma Gandhi University on 21st and 22nd Oct 2009.

29) Participated Seminar on Restructured B.Ed Curriculum organized by AKTCTA at N.S.S Training College, Changanacherry on 3rd Nov 2009.

30) Orientation to Teacher Educators on Grading Pattern for Practical Courses of B.Ed Programme organized by AKTCTA at Sree Narayana College of Teacher Education,Muvattupuzha on 24th and 25th June 2010.

31) Interaction cum Orientation Programme on Environmental Awareness for Teacher Educators organized    by Advanced Centre of Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, School of Environmental Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University on 5th June 2010.

32)   Attended UGC Sponsored IT- Orientation Programme in Academic Staff College from
        3-5-2008 to 30-5-2008 and obtained A grade.
33)  Attended UGC Sponsored Refresher Course in Academic Staff College from
        1-12-2011 to 22-12-2011 and obtained A grade.

34) Completed Intel Teach Program from 14-9-2007 to 28-9-2007.

                                                          (   2012   )
   1.    Participated in One day Work shop on Guide lines regarding Teaching practice organized 
          by  AKTCTA on 21st and 27nd Mar 2012.

2.     Participated UGC sponsored National Seminar on Techno-Pedagogy for Teacher       Educators organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women,       Ernakulam,  Kerala on 21st and 22nd July 2012.

3.     Participated in Two day Work shop on 21st Century skills of Teacher Educators organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam, Kerala on 10th and 11th March 2012.

4.     Participated in Two “One day Workshops” on Guide lines regarding Teaching practice organized by AKTCTA on 21st and 27nd Mar 2012.

5.      Participated UGC sponsored Two day Work shop on Women Empowerment   organized by Department of Student Services in association with St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam, Kerala on 7th and 8th August 2012.

                                                                       (2013)
1.    Participated  UGC Sponsored  5 Days SAM Workshop on Capacity Building of Women managers in Higher education from April 16th to 20th ,2013 organized by Women's Study Centre ,CMS College Kottayam.
2.    Participated in One day Workshop on Preparatory and Practical Courses in Teaching organized by AKTCTA on 4th June 2013.
3.     Participated in International Conference on Research Methodology and Scientific Writing (ICRMSW) orgaised by School of Behavioral Sciences, Cofederation of Epidemiological Association and Mahatma Gandhi University on 21st and 22nd December 2013.
                                                              ( 2014)

                                                              (2015)

1.               Participated  UGC Sponsored  2  Days National Seminar on Ecopsychology: A synergistic Interplay between Planetary and Personal wellbeing organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher education for Women, Ernakulam on 2nd and 3rd November 2015.
2.       Participated in  National Workshop on Orientation of Teacher Education Regulations 2014,Norms, Standards and New Curriculum Frame works organized by Govt College of Teacher Education , Triruvananthapuram in collaboration with NCTE on 27th  and 28th April 2015.
3.      Participated in  the Faculty Training Programme for Young Teachers organized by The Kerala State Higher education Council at Thiruvananthapuram on 19th, 20th and 21st February 2015.
4.      Participated as Member Board of Studies –Education (pass) in three days Orientation Programme on New Two Year B.Ed Curriculum organized by Mahatma Gandhi University  on 4th,6th and 10th August 2015. 
5.     Participated in 4 day Workshop on Restructuring of Two year  B Ed  curriculum organised by M G University  from  4th  to 7th May  2015.
                                                                     (2016)
  1.    Participated in tha Workshop on the courses in the Fourth Semester of Revised Two Year B.Ed Curriculum organised by AKTCTA at Mt Carmel College of Teacher Education ,Kottayam on 26th November 2016.
  2.    Participated and chaired one Paper presentation session  in  International Seminar and 14th Annual Convention of Council of Teacher Education (CTE) Kerala Chapter- Education for Global Citizenship: Learning to Live together organised by CTE in collaboration with Common wealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM), Kerala at St Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th March 2016.
                                                                (2017)
1.  Participated and chaired one Paper presentation session  in International Seminar and 15th Annual Convention of Council of Teacher Education (CTE) Kerala Chapter- Education at Crossroads: Tilting Social Equations organised by CTE in collaboration with Common wealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM)-Kerala Chapter, Association of International Researchers of Indian origin (AIRIO)-Kerala Chapter and Vijnan International Foundation for Education (VIFE) Kerala at St Thomas Training College Trivandrum  on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th February 2017.

2.      One day workshop on Professional development of College Teachers organised by AKTCTA at Mt. Carmel College of Teacher education for Women,Kottayam on 4-2-2017
2. Presentation of Paper in National and International Seminars & Conferences

1) Participated in International Conference on Quality Enhancement in Educational Communication organized by Department of Educational Technology, Bharathidasan University ,Tiruchirappalli, India on 29th and 30th March 2008 and presented a paper entitled Effectiveness of Multimedia Package in Developing AIDS Awareness among student teachers.

2) Participated UGC sponsored National Seminar on Promoting Research Culture for Enhancing Quality of Teacher Education organized by St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam, Kerala on 28th and 29th May 2009 and presented a paper entitled 'Enhancing the Quality of Teacher Educators through co-operative learning strategy'.

3) Participated International Seminar cum VIII State Convention on Development Education : 21st Century Paradigms for Teachers organized by CTE Kerala State Centre and Department of Education ,University of Kerala on 30th and 31st Oct 2009 and presented a paper entitled Preparation of a Learning Package for Developing Health Awareness among Student Teachers at Secondary Level.

4) Participated International Seminar cum IX Annual Convention on Peace Education : An Orientation for gen next organized by CTE Kerala State Centre and St.Thomas College of Teacher Education, Pala on 13th and 14st Aug 2010 and presented a paper entitled Spiritual Intelligence enhancing Teacher Effectiveness - A correlation Study .

5)  Participated UGC sponsored National Seminar on ‘Naturalistic Intelligence –Harmonizing Scientific Inquiry and Eco-Friendliness in Learners’ organized by NSS Training College, Changanacherry, Kerala on 12th  and 13th July 2012 and presented a paper entitled 'Environment Health Perceptions, Attitudes and Practices among Higher Secondary School Students in Kochi City'.
6)  Participated and presented a paper “Gender Eqality for Reframing Social equations” in International Seminar and 15th Annual Convention of Council of Teacher Education (CTE) Kerala Chapter- Education at Crossroads: Tilting Social Equations organised by CTE in collaboration with Common wealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM)-Kerala Chapter, Association of International Researchers of Indian origin (AIRIO)-Kerala Chapter and Vijnan International Foundation for Education (VIFE) Kerala at St Thomas Training College Trivandrum  on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th February 2017.

F. Organized the UGC sponsored National Seminar on Promoting Research Culture for Enhancing Quality of Teacher Education conducted at St.Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam, Kerala on 28th and 29th May 2009 and worked as the Co ordinator.


G. Publications

1.       Published a paper in the journal ‘Pedagogics’ , printed and published by School of Pedagogical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University,Kottayam (December 2008, Vol .VII No.1) entitled 'Health Awareness of Student Teachers at Secondary Level – A study'.

2.     "The Impact of a Self Learning Package in Developing Awareness about Food and Nutrition among Student Teachers at Secondary Level" ,Journal of Educational Endeavours,St.Joseph's College of Education for Women,Guntur.(Vol.5,No.2,July2011.)

3.       "Effectiveness of Co Operative Learning Strategy- Jidsaw II in Learning Biology at Secondary School Level " , Journal of Contemporary Educational Research and Innovations,ISSN 2249-9636 (online)( Vol.2,No.3, pp-52-58,May-June 2012).

4.     "Adopting a Self Learning Approach: A way to increase awareness about Postural Defects and Correction Exercises among Student teachers at Secondary level, International Journal of Academic Research Reflector, ISSN 2277-7342 (online) (Vol.1, No.3, pp 20-27, May-June 2012).

5.    " Self Learning Package  in increasing  awareness about Personal hygiene Practices and correcting the perceptions among Student Teachers at Secondary Level" Gurujyothy Research and Reflections, ISSN 0976-0865, RNI No.KERENG/2007/21945, (Vol.5,Issue.2,June 2011).

6.      "Favourable  Impact of a Self Learning Package in Developing Awareness in First Aid  among Student Teachers at Secondary Level",Journal of Teacher education and Research,                        ISSN 0974-8210,Ram-Eesh Institute of Education,(Vol.6,No.1, June 2011.)

7.  "Environmental Health Perceptions,Attitudes and practices among higher secondary school students in Kochi city", Seminar  Proceedings of  UGC Sponsored National Seminar on ‘Naturalistic Intelligence –Harmonizing Scientific Inquiry and Eco-Friendliness in Learners’ ISBN-978-81 924450-0-7.

8. "Effectiveness of Self Learning package in Developing Awareness about Communicative Diseases among Future Secondary school teachers", New Frontiers in Education,...Inernational Journal of Education and Research. ISSN: 0972-1231,Vol.45,No.3, July-September 2012.

9. "Spiritual Intelligence,its correlation with Teacher Effectiveness and Academic achievements - A Study", International Journal of Education and Psychological Research(IJEPR). ISSN: 2279-0179 Volume 2,Issue 2,pp: 106-110,April 2013.

10. " Self Learning Approach to Increase Awareess about Life Style Diseases" , Journal of Extension and Research. ISSN.No. 0972-351X Volume XIV&XV No.1&2.

11.  "Effectiveness of Self Learning package in Developing Awareness about Child Care among Future Teachers at Secondary School Level", Gyanodaya - The Journal of Progressive Education. ISSN 0974-1801 Volume 6/No.1/Jan-Jun2013.

H. Details of Innovations / Contribution in Teaching

a) Preparation of resource material including books, self learning material, laboratory manuals

i. Prepared self learning package on Health Education based on B.Ed curriculum.

ii. Prepared self learning material on AIDS for student teachers at secondary level.

iii. Guided the preparation of Programmed learning material on biology topics in Secondary schools by student teachers.

iv. Laboratory assistance given to Experiments conducted for Project works, Specimen preservation, Preparation of Herbarium, Slide preparation and Computer laboratory assistance for Power Point slide preparation.

b) Evaluation methods

i. Scoring indicators were prepared for B.Ed practicals and practicum for Natural Science optional.

ii. Evaluation sheets were prepared for micro teaching specifically for main practicing skills.

iii. Guided the Preparation of a question bank for secondary school biology topics by student teachers.

iv. Guided Action Researches conducted by B.Ed student teachers during their practice teaching.

v. Conducted Seminars and the presented papers and reports were filed properly.

c) Remedial Teaching / Student Counseling (academic)

i. Remedial teaching for Natural science students in all working days in two sessions first from 8.30 am – 9 am and second from 4pm- 4.30 pm.

ii. Work as mentor for selected number of students in every year. During the sessions discussions were carried out on account of solving their academic and life problems. Suggestions were given to weak students about how they can improve and modify their learning habits.

iii. Lecturer in charge of Grievance Redressel Cell from 2007-2010.

d) Catering the Creative Skills of student teachers

i.   A manuscript year book “Oyster” including the creative thinking of Natural science students was made as a classroom publication work.

ii.    A class journal “ Cornu copia” including project work done by student teachers in Natural science optional produced as a classroom publication work.

iii. Organised class exhibitions which was viewed by secondary school students from nearby schools.

iv.   Grow and maintain a medicinal plant garden in college for the common awareness of student teachers in all other optional subjects.

v.   Lecture in charge of Nature club “Silent Spring”. At the end of the year the report of its activities was compiled in the form of a book.

vi.   Conduct nature camps for four years, organized by the Department of Forest, Kerala State for nature club members.

                 a. Three day Nature camp at Vallakadavu,Thekkady, Idukky Dist for students in   UCTE,Kudamaloor in 2005-2006.

                  b. Three day Nature camp at Silent Valley National Park,Palakkad Dist for students in UCTE, Kudamaloor in 2006-2007.

                  c. Three day Nature camp at Vellappara Forest division,Idukki Dist, for students in St.Joseph College of Teaccher Education,Ekm in 2008-2009.

                  d. Three day Nature camp at Chimmony Dam site, Idukki Dist, for students in St.Joseph College of Teaccher Education,Ekm in 2009-2010. (12-2-2010 to 14-2-2010)

                 Supporting documents were filed along with the profile.

vii.   Staff Editor of the College Magazine, WWW - World of Women Writing  2010 -2011.

viii. Assistant Professor in charge of Environmental Club 2013-2014.

I. Details of participation in University Examinations Theory and Practical

                i. Additional examiner in University B.Ed theory examinations from 1996 to 2013.

                ii. Examiner in University B.Ed practical examinations from 2002-2013.

                iii. Examiner in University M.Ed Theory examinations from 2009 to 2013.

                iv  Examiner in University M.Ed Thesis Evaluation from 2009 to 2013.
         
                v.  Member of the Expert Committee in M G University Question Paper setting 2013


J. Membership in Professional bodies, Societies

            Life member of

                                1. Council for Teacher Education (CTE)

                                2. All Kerala Training College Teachers Association. (AKTCTA)

                                3. All Kerala Private College Teachers Association(AKPCTA)



K. Extension work / Community Service

         1. Actively participated in Community Extension Programme conducted at Thrikkakara and   Njarakkal Panchayath 2008-2009.
          2. Conducted Value education classes and help the students to prepare teaching manuals on value education.
         3. As a part of our community awareness programme, we visited PALLURUTHY RELIEF SETLEMENT in Ernakulam district and met all inmates. Now 280 inmates are staying there, both males and females. We distributed fruits, sweets and clothes and also conducted cultural programmes there. We handed over Rs 20,000 collected from the students to the authorities in charge.


































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