LAHORE, Oct 17 (APP):A five-day faculty development programme organized by the Institute of Faculty Development at NUR International University (NIU) concluded at Fatima Memorial Hospital here on Saturday.
The move focused on academic leadership, innovative teaching methodologies and professional development in higher education, said a spokesperson.
The NUR-LEAD (Leadership in Education & Academic Development) programme brought together national and international academic experts for training sessions and discussions on contemporary teaching practices, research, quality education and emerging challenges in higher education.
Founding Chairperson of the Board of Governors of NUR International University Shahima Rehman, NIU Vice Chancellor Salem Rehman, NIU Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Farooq Anwar, Principal of the Schools of Health Sciences NUR-FMS Prof Dr Tayyab Abbas, and Group Head Operations NUR-FMS Mansoor Jamal Butt, attended the closing ceremony. Vice Chancellors and Rectors of other universities in Lahore were also present.
The first four days of the programme were held at NUR International University, featuring sessions led by national and international experts to strengthen faculty capacity and enhance professional practices.
The training covered Outcome-Based Education, innovative teaching methodologies, Artificial Intelligence and the future of healthcare, entrepreneurial thinking, research, quality education and educational innovation. A dedicated discussion on women, entrepreneurship and Islam was also held as part of the programme.
The closing ceremony reviewed the programme’s key activities and highlighted the importance of effective teaching, continuous professional development, and strong academic leadership in improving educational standards.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
