Disha is a non-profit social initiative (started in 2005) that focuses on imparting values and necessary skills for the development of holistic personality of youth. The vision of Disha is “Transform Youth to Transform Nation”. The programs of Disha revolve around the theme “Know Your Self, Know Your Country and Know Your Culture“. This helps youngsters evolve into better human beings thereby enabling them to become the catalysts of social change.
Faculty Development Program for Colleges
Prerana – Journey from Teacher To Guru
Need for FDP based on value initiatives:
The relationship between the teacher and the taught has been unique through the ages. The teacher through his exemplary life and knowledge had always left an indelible impact on his disciples. Although the teacher continues to be the backbone in the current education system, the perspective, role and responsibilities of the teacher has undergone a change. The primary responsibility of a teacher today appears to be merely ensuring the students’ academic progress as a pathway to a lucrative career. Unfortunately, the fact that the responsibility of the teacher transcends the boundaries of a classroom has been pushed to the background. A teacher with vision, passion (for teaching), compassion towards students and above all, personal integrity and right conduct leaves a lasting impact on the young minds. It is such a role-model teacher who brings about inner transformation of students. This program recognizes this missing link in contemporary teacher training framework and seeks to provide the much needed inputs to close this gap.
Objective of the FDP:
- To enhance pride and passion towards their profession
- To enthuse creation of innovative teaching pedagogies
- To enable teachers play multiple roles effectively
- To empower teachers so that they become catalysts of change
- To embark on a journey from Teacher to Guru
| BMS College of Engg | 1 | 40 |
| Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur | 1 | 60 |
Enrichment WORKSHOPS for Teachers – PRERANA – Journey from Teacher to Guru
Through the ages, a “Guru” has played a very significant role in the Indian society. Guru’s exemplary life and knowledge has transformed many lives, thus safeguarding the personal and social values.
In the modern context, it has become imperative for a teacher to elevate to the role of a Guru. A teacher is looked upon as a role model, who carries great responsibility in moulding young lives.
Aim of the program is to realize teachers :
- as a custodian of values
- to influence the student’s mindset
- to create future leaders
- as a transformer of a nation
Viveka Vikasa organizes “Teacher Enrichment Programs”. This is a unique model based on the Indian concept of education.
Duration of the program : 3 hours
ACTIVITY Report OF ACADEMIC YEAR 2017-18
| SL.NO | SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION NAME | NO OF WORKSHOPS | NO OF STUDENTS |
| 1 | Sadhana Shikshana Samiti Schools,Madhugiri | 1 | 40 |
| 2 | Sri Guruji School, Anekal | 1 | 23 |
| 3 | Poorpramati Gurukula, Girinagar | 1 | 19 |
| 4 | Vijayabharathi School, Girinagar | 2 | 95 |
| 5 | Sri Yogeshwarananda School, Ulsoor | 1 | 15 |
| 6 | Sharada Sri Public School, Hosakerehalli | 1 | 30 |
| 7 | Vivekananda School, Srinagar | 1 | 26 |
| 8 | Basaveshwara School, Timberyard Layout | 1 | 17 |
| 9 | Sri Acharya Guru Parampara Vidyashala, Nelamangala | 1 | 30 |
| 10 | Vasavi Vidyaniketana Public School, Y N Hosakote | 1 | 30 |
| 11 | J J Public School, Halaguru, malavalli | 1 | 25 |
| 12 | Sri Chandrashekara Bharathi School, Arasikere | 1 | 13 |
| 13 | Swami Vivekananda School , Hosakote | 1 | 120 |
| 14 | BBUL Jain Vidyalaya, VV Puram, Bangalore | 1 | 74 |
| 15 | Government Schools, Narasapur, Belagavi | 1 | 20 |
| 16 | CISCO Government Sponsored Schools, Nagara | 1 | 22 |
| TOTAL | 17 | 600 |