TWO-DAY TEACHING PEDAGOGY TRAINING WORKSHOP

Excel College of Pharmacy, Komarapalayam, actively participated in a Two-Day Training on Teaching Pedagogy held on 19th and 20th August 2026. The programme was organized by the Center for Pharmacy Education and Training (cPhET), PSG College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore.The training was conducted in association with the IPA Coimbatore Local Branch and APTI Tamil Nadu Branch.The programme was hosted at PSG College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore. Mr. M. Karthick, M.Pharm., Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, represented Excel College of Pharmacy. The workshop focused on strengthening contemporary teaching and pedagogical competencies among pharmacy faculty members. The sessions introduced participants to innovative and learner-centred approaches to teaching. Emphasis was placed on improving student engagement and active learning in the classroom. Participants gained insights into collaborative learning strategies and interactive teaching practices. The workshop also highlighted effective approaches to assessment and evaluation of student learning. A dedicated session explored the potential applications of Artificial Intelligence in education. Participants were introduced to game-based pedagogy as an innovative approach to enhance student participation. The programme also addressed the importance of academic leadership and continuous faculty development.The training contributed to strengthening faculty competencies and promoting quality enhancement in pharmacy education. The programme was a valuable professional development initiative that supported innovative teaching, continuous learning, and excellence in pharmacy education.