Call for Papers
International Gandhi Jayanti Conference 2015
“Education as a Basic Right of Humankind”
on the Occasion of the International Day of Nonviolence
October 3-4, 2015
New Delhi
organized by
Indialogue Foundation
and
Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
(A Central University)
Objectives: The primary objective of this conference is to provide a platform for academics, researchers, educators, students, experts, and researchers in a collaborative environment to present and discuss issues relating to education and the prospects of its being considered as a basic right of humankind. The conference will become the platform for constructive dialogue on education and its different aspects along with furnishing a healthy forum to communicate and discuss research findings and new advances for making education more inclusive with the notion of a human right which is basic in nature and everyone is equally entitled to access it.
Subthemes:
Education is a Basic Right of Humankind: Philosophical Approach
Education in Gandhi’s Philosophy: Implications for Today
Gandhi’s Educational Policies
Education as a Fundamental Right in Constitution
Education and Development: Historical and Economic Approach
Inclusive Education: Marginal and Less Privileged Communities and Groups
Educational Policies: Best Practices from the World
Right to Education Act: Prospects, Challenges and Cases
UN’s Educational Millennium Development Goals: Assessments
Education in Post 2015 Global development agenda: Apprehensions and Expectations
Role of Sport, Art and Music Education for Human Development
Holistic Education and Cognitive Development
Primary, Secondary and Higher Education: Availing for All
Achievements, Challenges and Issues in Current Education Processes
Education as a catalyst of Peacebuilding and Peaceful Coexistence
Gender aspects in Education: Championing Girls’ Education
Religious and Scientific Education: Hand in Hand
Education in Mother Tongue: Prospects and Challenges
Contributing to Education by CSOs: Voluntarism and Philanthropy
Role of Public Private Partnership Initiatives in Education
Environmental, Human Rights and Health Education: Road Ahead
Utilizing ICT-based Education Platforms to Educate Less Privileged
Role of MOOCs (Online Courses) for Empowerment
Distance, Open and Continues Education: Practices
Adult Education and Skill Development
Transforming Teachers into Educators: Teacher Training Programs
Current Trends in Education Systems
Paper Submission:
Order: Author’s Details, Title of the Paper, Abstract, Key Words, Body, Conclusion, References, Appendices
Authors Details: Full name of the author/authors with name title, designation, institutional affiliation, city, state, email-id, mobile number; aligned to left
Title of the Paper: only initial letters to be capitalized; aligned to center
Abstract: not more than 350 words
Key words: up to seven keywords; italic
Body: Paper should be less than 15 pages
Format: font size –12, font type – Times New Roman, software – Microsoft Office Word, line spacing – 1.0, page – A4
Photo: Kindly attach a digital-copy of your photo
Authorization: Kindly attach scanned copy of the duly signed Certificate of Originality and Author Approval Form along with the Paper; format of certificate can be found at http://www.indialogue.in
Venue: Conference Hall, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Participation:
Intercity AC Train/Bus facility fare will be sponsored for paper presenters from India coming from outstation of NCR
Guest House accommodation facility at Jamia Millia Islamia will be provided for paper presenters from outstation and abroad
Taj Mahal trip on 5th October and New Delhi sightseeing on 6th October will be facilitated for guests from abroad.
Important Dates:
Last date for Paper submission is September 1, 2015
Notification of selected Papers is September 10, 2015
Organizing Committee:
Prof. Mohd Akhtar Siddiqui, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
Prof. Shoeb Abdullah, Director, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
Mr. B. Acikgoz, President, Indialogue Foundation
Mr. U. Bolushov, Director, Dialogue Eurasia Kyrgyzstan
Mr. S. Kucukzoroglu, Vice President, Educational Endowment Trust
Mr. N. Kaparov, Director Delhi Office, Indialogue Foundation
Editorial Committee:
Prof. Mohd Akhtar Siddiqui, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
Prof. Shoeb Abdullah, Director, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
Prof. M.M. Verma, President, Interfaith Foundation India
Dr. Anil Dutta Mishra, Deputy Director, National Gandhi Museum and Library
Dr. M. D. Thomas, Director, Institute of Harmony and Peace Studies
Fr. Dr. Victor Edwin JS, Lecturer, Vidyajyothi College
Seminar Coordinators:
Mr. A. Azizov, Indialogue Foundation
Mr. F. Thondiyil, Indialogue Foundation
Mr. M. A. Mufazzal, Indialogue Foundation
Seminar Secretary:
Mr. M. A. Mufazzal
+91-9560611339
gandhiconference@indialogue.in
http://www.indialogue.in
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