Issue 2 Jan - Jun 2014Volume I

The News Letter

Army Institute of Education, Greater NOIDA organised a one day National Seminar on “Innovations and Challenges in Teacher

thEducation”, on 15 Feb 2014; with the purpose of critically analyzing the challenges in conceptualization and actualization of changing trends in teacher education & to promote the knowledge construction of the teacher educators in modern scenario.

Principal AIE welcomed the guests and the participants. She gave an overview of the institute’s profile and events organised in AIE till Feb 2014. Honourable Chief Guest, Prof AK Sharma, Former Director of NCERT and Advisor NCTE inaugurated the seminar by the speech on the theme.

The Guest of Honour was Prof. Saroj Sharma, Ex Dean & Sr. Prof. University School of Education, GGSIPU,

There were two plenary sessions. Each session had two sub themes.

The themes of the first session were: Revamping the System of Teacher Education & Code of

Conduct for Teacher Education.

Prof. MC Sharma, Director IGNOU, Advisor GGSIPU was the Chairperson of the session; and Dr. Shalini Yadav, Asst. Professor, University School of Education (USE), GGSIPU was the guest speaker. Mrs. Pratibha Garg, Asst. Prof. AIE coordinated the session.

The second session had two sub themes: Annual System Vs Semester System in Teacher Education and ICT in Teacher Education. The Chairperson of this session was Prof. HL Sharma, Sr. Advisor & Consultant. The guest speakers were Dr. Rajendra Pal, Associate Prof. Division of Education Research (DER), NCERT and Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria, Asst. Professor, Central

Institute of Education (CIE), University of Delhi. Mrs. Ruchi Saxena Asst. Prof AIE coordinated the session.

The Valedictory address of the seminar was delivered by Prof. NK Ambusth, Former Pro Vice Chancellor, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education (IASE), Rajasthan.

There were around 28 participants and 21 paper presenters were in the seminar from various universities, affiliated colleges of the universities and national level institutions.

On behalf of AIE team, Mr Jai Kumar (Convenor of Seminar) presented vote of thanks to all the guests, dignitaries and participants.

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Dear students,

I feel extremely delighted at the release of our first inaugural issue of

AIE Newsletter “ ”.

A key to success is to; never give in, never give up and never quit!

Always be inspired and motivated! Stay moving ahead to go above and beyond your goa l s ! Be pos i t ive and enthusiastic!

Conquer the challenges of life and realize that the greatest gift is to share your care with others!

Do it every day and DO IT BIG!!!”

Dr. Saksham SinghPrincipal, Army Institute of Education

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NATIONAL SEMINAR..

Visit to DoordarshanA Genext programme was organized by Doordarshan on

th19 Mar 2014 on the theme “Value Integrated Education”. Swami Muktanand ji from Anand Ashram, Kerela and Mr. Subhash Kashyap, Constitutional expert and the member of parliament, discussed on the topic. 30 students from AIE participated in the show and they were accompanied by Mrs. Pratibha Garg Asst. Professor of AIE The programme

thwas aired on DD news on 29 Mar 2014 at 1:30 pm. The students got a very good exposure through this kind of participation and discussion programme.

EDUCATIONAL TRIPS..Surajkund International Craft MelaStudents and faculty enjoyed a trip to Surajkund International Craft Mela at

thFaridabad on 6 Feb 2014. They explored various art and craft articles of National and international places. This year the theme of the Mela was “Goa”. They saw various cultural dances and enjoyed dancing with Malaysian dancers. Photograph

th“The Hindu” Friday, 7 Feb 2014.

VISIT OF ARMY DIGNITARIES..

Central Institute of Educational Technology and National Science CentreA visit was organized for the students of AIE

thon 5 Mar to the Central Institute of Educational Technology and National Science Centre, Delhi. Students were exposed to vast cognizance. The CIET has two audio studios and two video studios with state of the art post production facilities.The students of AIE learned how to use the puppets as teaching resources.The National Science Centre, Delhi is fractioned into numerous sections/galleries namely Science and Technology, Indian Heritage, Human Biology, Evolution from cave painting to internet, Emerging technology etc. Overall the visit was very informative and educative for the students.

Visit of Lt Gen S Mitra, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, GOC, Delhi Area and Patron AIE along with Maj Gen Abhay Krishna,

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Chairman AIE on 3 Feb 2014. AVSM,

Visit of Maj Gen A.K. Singh, SM, MGIC Adm, HQ Western Command

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17 Feb 2014.

along with Maj Gen Abhay Krishna, AVSM, SM, VSM, COS Delhi Area &

COMMUNITY SERVICE..Students of AIE enthusiastically participated in the Herbal Garden activities like planting the saplings, cleaning the area, watering the plants of Herbal Garden.Everyday all the students worked together in the herbal garden. They planted various plants like Tulsi, Mint, Night Jasmine, Guava, Marigold, Aloe vera, and many more.

GUEST LECTURES AND WORKSHOPS..1.Our College organized an extension lecture by an Eminent speaker of International fame Prof. Geeta Pathak Sangrola; from Nepal, founder member of Kathmandu School of Law Council,

thvisiting faculty for Sydney University on 30 Jan 2014. She threw light on the topic ‘Education & Women Empowerment’.

2.Art & Craft Workshop - A Workshop on art & craft was organized st th

in AIE by an executive from Pidilite from 1 - 4 Feb 2014. The pupil teachers learnt many items prepared by best out of the waste. She gave demo for tie and dye technique also. It was a very useful workshop for the students.

3.VITAL WORKSHOP - AIE organized a one day workshop on Value Integrated Teaching & Learning on th

12 Feb 2014. Swami Muktananda Ji, a tremendous speaker from Anand Ashram Kerala came to take the session. This workshop was truly inspirational and very useful for the would be teachers of AIE.

4.Yoga workshop - A one day Yoga workshop was organised for the pupil teachers of AIE on th20 Mar 2014. The workshop was conducted by Dr Jai Prakash Sharma, Associate professor, Indira

Gandhi Institute of Physical Education & Sports Science (University of Delhi).

Maj Gen Abhay Krishna, AVSM, SM, VSM, COS Delhi Area & Chairman AIE inaugurated the first issue of AIE Newsletter “ ” He appreciated the efforts and complemented the editorial team.

Inauguration of ......The News Letter

ANNUAL SPORTS MEET 2013-2014stAIE organised its annual sports meet on 21 Mar 2014. It was comprised of mix events, badminton, table tennis, march past

and other exciting events.Dr Saksham Singh, Principal AIE declared the meet open after the oath taking ceremony. This was followed by a march past. Track events and Tug of War were the highlight of the day.Dr Saksham Singh, motivated the students to inculcate a spirit of sportsmanship and discipline in life. She encouraged them to continue bringing laurels to the college. This was followed by a torch bearer led Honour run by the athletes of AIE. Ms. Pooja Chahar got the trophy of Best Sportsperson (female). Mr. Ankit Bhardwaj got the trophy of Best Sportsperson (Male). The results of the different events are as follows.

TRACK EVENTS OTHER EVENTS

CULTURAL FEST ULLAS..th stA two day cultural fest was organized at AIE on 30 -31 Jan 2014. The Principal AIE inaugurated the fest by lighting the lamp followed by Saraswati vandana and a solo dance performance by

Aradhana Verma. Principal AIE motivated the students and asked them to participate in all the competitions with a competitive spirit. A number of events were held in Ullas.

The winners in the various events are as follows:

The event ended with a concluding speech by Dr Saksham Singh, Principal AIE and an award ceremony to falicitate the winners.

Events

100 mtr (M)100 mtr (W)200 mtr (M)200 mtr (W)400 mtr (M)400 mtr (W)100x4 Relay Race

1st position

AnkitJyoti KumariAnkitPooja ChaharAnkitPooja ChaharNavjyot’s team

2nd position

RahulPooja ChaharRahulSoni KumariNavjyotJyoti KumariRahul’s team

3rd position

NavjyotSoni KumariNavjyotJyoti KumariRahulJyoti SinghAnkit’s team

Events

Table Tennis (M)Table Tennis (W)Badminton (M)Badminton (W)Kho-Kho (Mixed)Tug of War (Mixed)

1st position

UttamPrinyankaUttamJyoti SinghUttam’s TeamUttam’s Team

2nd position

NavjyotSushmaAnkitSunitaRahul’s teamRohit’s Team

3rd position

RahulBabitaRahulRenu TomarRohit’s TeamAnkit’s Team

List of events

Rangoli makingR.J HuntCollage MakingPoster makingDry Flower arrangementTattoo makingAd- ManiaFancy dress competitionExtemporeMehendi competitionSkit competitionDance CompetitionDebate

3rd position

Sushma & KiranManjuMeena & NeetuRadha BishtNeetuSavita & RekhaDeepti, Neha &KiranSoni KumariSoni BishtSeemaRohit & groupSoni & groupHema Bisht

2nd position

Bhumika & KalpanaSoniaHema & GeetaRenu TomarSoniaKiran & NehaAmeeta, Shikha & SamikshaPreeti SharmaBeena ThapaSnehlataRuchika & groupRuchika & groupPooja Chahar

1st position

Nitma & BandanaDeeptiSonal & Swati kumariAradhanaSamikshaSonal & SwatiPooja Chahar, Jyoti Singh & ManjuManju RawatPooja ChaharSamikshaBandana & groupAmeeta & groupAbhilasha

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CELEBRATIONS..

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE..EDITOR IN CHIEF: Dr Saksham Singh, Principal AIE

EDITOR: Ms Pratibha Garg, Asst Prof AIE

CO-EDITORS: Dr S K Panda, Asst Prof AIEMs Ruchi Saxena, Asst Prof AIEMr Jai Kumar, Asst Prof AIE

STUDENT EDITORS: Nitma KumariBandana Kumari Chauhan

ACHIEVEMENTS..

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Holi CelebrationRepublic Day CelebrationThe republic day was celebrated with great

thenthusiasm on 24 Jan 2014. An inter house competition was organized among the students of AIE on this occasion. The events which were organized on the occasion are as follows:

Solo song competition 1st position- Manju Rawat(Pragyanam house)2nd position- Rajesh Sondge( Pratigya House)

Poem recitation competition 1st position-Pooja Chahar (Pratishtha house)2nd position- Anjali Kumari(Pragyanam house)

Group dance competition 1st position- Navjyot and group( Pratishtha house)2nd position- Surya and group(Pragya house)

thOn 15 Mar 2014, program was organized by Pratigya house.a) A Speech on holi was given by Soni bishtb) A Kavi Sammelan was organized in which participants from different

houses participated.c) Antakshari competition was also organized which was an inter house

competition as well.The teachers also actively participated in the HOLI celebration. They sang different songs and enjoyed the event completely.In the evening,” Holika” was burned with all the rituals and sweets were distributed to all. This was followed by dance by all the students and the residential faculty members, Dr. S.K. Panda and Mrs. Pratibha Garg. Holi was celebrated in the campus by all the hostellers and residential faculty members with gulal and water colours followed by distribution of sweets. Everyone enjoyed a lot with vibrant colours of holi.

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Foundation Day Celebrationth stThe 11 foundation day of AIE was celebrated on 21 Feb 2014.

Special invitations were dispatched to the alumni who turned up to celebrate it with everyone. The program started with the lighting of the lamp followed by Saraswati vandana. An inter house quiz competition was organized by Pragya house in which Pragyanam house stood Ist. An event of musical chair was also organized for the faculty members and the alumni.

AMITY YOUTH FESTFew students of AIE presented Skit and Dance in Amity Institute of Education in AMITY Youth Festival on

th nd7 Feb 2014. Army Institute of Education won the II position for their skit which was based on the importance of literacy.

AIMT ANNUAL FUNCTIONStudents of AIE participated in the annual function ALANKRITI organized by AIMT, Greater NOIDA on

th4 Apr 2014 and won prizes in various events.nd1.Event: Rebranding: II Position: Deepti, Renu, Jyoti, Sudha and Sameekshand2.Event: Painting: II position: Aradhna Vermand3.Event: Best out of waste: II position: Sheena Sangwaan, Jyoti and Swati.