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Workshop on AI Tools in Education Held at Goa Multi-Faculty College


SPES’s Shri Gopal Gaonkar Memorial Goa Multi-Faculty College, in association with TLSC Dharbandora and the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), organized a thought-provoking and hands-on workshop on AI Tools in Education. The event was designed to engage and educate high school and higher secondary students and teachers on the emerging role of artificial intelligence in academic settings.

The workshop was inaugurated by Hon’ble MLA Dr. Ganesh Gaonkar, Chairman of GTDC, who shared his vision of future-ready education in Goa. In his address, Dr. Gaonkar emphasized the urgent need to integrate modern technology, especially AI tools, into daily teaching and learning practices. He encouraged teachers to adopt new digital methods to improve classroom engagement and effectiveness and motivated students to explore AI as a powerful tool for self-learning and creativity.

The session included demonstrations of various AI-based tools and platforms that can assist in content creation, personalized learning, evaluation, and virtual collaboration. Experts and facilitators guided participants through interactive examples showing how AI is transforming education across the globe.

With enthusiastic participation from both teachers and students, the workshop served as an inspiring introduction to the limitless possibilities AI offers in education. It also reinforced the college’s commitment to fostering innovation, digital literacy, and forward-thinking approaches in Goa’s academic ecosystem.

The event concluded with a message of continued collaboration and learning, encouraging all attendees to stay curious and proactive in adapting to the evolving technological landscape of education.

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IGNOU Regional Centre Goa Hosts Workshop on Research Proposal Writing for Postgraduate Learners


The IGNOU Regional Centre in Goa continues to strengthen academic and research foundations for its learners. On a recent academic day at the IGNOU Dhempe College Centre, Panaji, a specially curated workshop was conducted focusing on the fundamentals of preparing research proposals for postgraduate students.

Expert-Led Sessions

The workshop was led by Dr Ajay Gaude and Ms. Pratiksha Shirodkar, two accomplished educators and research experts, who brought clarity, structure, and practical wisdom to the often-daunting task of writing a research proposal. Their collaborative approach and hands-on examples helped adult learners understand the technical and strategic elements of research planning.

Their session included:

  • Structuring a research question
  • Framing objectives
  • Conducting a literature review
  • Understanding methodology
  • Ethical considerations in research
  • Formatting and presenting proposals

Support from Academia

The workshop wouldn’t have been possible without the dedicated support of Prof. Ramu Murty, Principal of Dhempe College, and Dr Annie, the IGNOU Centre Coordinator, both of whom were praised for creating a learner-focused and intellectually stimulating environment.

A Milestone in Capacity Building

This workshop is part of IGNOU Regional Centre Goa’s ongoing mission to empower its learners not just with degrees, but with academic and practical competencies that are crucial in both academic and professional spheres.

Sasicoumar Brumot, representing the organisers, expressed appreciation to all stakeholders involved for making the event impactful and successful.

With more such initiatives in the pipeline, IGNOU Goa is setting a strong precedent in enhancing the research culture among distance learners.