Jamia Millia Islamia VC releases journal for Urdu-medium teachers

NEW DELHI: Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI) vice chancellor, Najma Akhtar, launched the ninth issue of the Academy of Professional Development of Urdu Medium Teachers' (APDUMT) journal, Tadris Nama. The journal aims to provide support and resources to Urdu-medium teachers.

Akhtar praised the academy for its efforts in producing a comprehensive journal. Promoting Urdu language and literature is one of JMI's key objectives, and the VC urged teachers and officials to prioritize it. Toward that effort, the academy recently signed an agreement with State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT ) Delhi, and Akhtar suggested seeking agreements with SCERTs in other states. The translation of academic books into Urdu was emphasised, as it would assist teachers in delivering subjects effectively, according to the JMI.

Shahzad Anjum, professor and director of the academy, highlighted its objectives, which include enhancing teaching skills and providing teaching materials. "Tadris Nama" plays a crucial role in achieving these goals.

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According to JMI , the journal covers teaching aspects such as ghazals, poems, qasida, masnavi, rubai, stories, novels, fiction, sketches, drama, and elegies. The academy also claims to offer training programmes for students and teachers, focusing on communication skills and language teaching challenges.

Wahid Nazar, a faculty member who facilitated the event, said, "The release of Tadris Nama reflects JMI's commitment to empowering Urdu-medium teachers and promoting the Urdu language. With its valuable articles and resources, the journal equips teachers with knowledge and skills, benefiting students and advancing Urdu education."