In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, organised a guest lecture on "New Innovative Approaches in the Teaching-Learning Process" today at Hall 'A' of the Centre to familiarise M.A. Education students with contemporary teaching methodologies and practical classroom skills.

Former Principal, Khalsa College of Education, Dr. Madhu Singh, who was the resource person, delivered an interactive lecture highlighting the significance of innovative teaching-learning approaches in bridging theoretical knowledge with practical classroom experience. She emphasised the importance of effective lesson planning and elaborated on various teaching methodologies, including the Herbartian Approach, RCEM Approach, and Constructivist Approach, explaining their role in strengthening pedagogical competencies and preparing students for professional teaching.

Presiding over the function, Prof. Pankaj Srivastava, Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), underlined the importance of adopting innovative teaching practices in the evolving education system. He said such academic interactions equip students with practical strategies for classroom organisation, effective time management, and student engagement, thereby helping create a more focused and productive learning environment while preparing them for future academic and professional responsibilities.

Earlier, the programme was inaugurated with a welcome address by Dr. Anuradha Goswami, Coordinator of the programme, who introduced the resource person and welcomed the participants.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Anuradha Goswami, who expressed gratitude to the resource person, faculty members, students, and all those who contributed to the successful organisation of the event. She also acknowledged the support and cooperation extended by Dr. Ankita Sharma, Dr. Manisha, and other faculty members.

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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