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Department of Education
Mother Teresa Women’s University
Established in 1985
About the Department
The Department of Education at Mother Teresa Women’s University was established in 1985. It focuses on teaching, research, consultancy, and extension activities, contributing to the university’s holistic growth. It has been recognized as a “Centre for Excellence” by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Areas of expertise include Teacher Education, Special Education (MR), Techno-pedagogy, Professional Ethics, and Counseling. The department promotes women’s empowerment through various educational approaches and has served as the UGC RCC – Refresher Course Centre. It also acts as the nodal agency for SSA and RMSA monitoring in 17 districts across Tamil Nadu.
Syllabus & Outcomes
- ➤ B.Ed Special Education – CO
- ➤ M.Ed General – CO
- ➤ M.Ed Special Education – CO
- ➤ B.Ed Special Education – PEO, POs & PSOs
- ➤ M.Ed General – PEO, POs & PSOs
- ➤ M.Ed Special Education – PEO, POs & PSOs
Programmes Offered
- ➤ B.Ed Special Education (Mental Retardation)
- ➤ M.Ed Special Education (Mental Retardation)
- ➤ M.Ed General Education
- ➤ M.Sc Guidance and Counselling
- ➤ Ph.D in Education
- ➤ PG Diploma in Professional Ethics
- ➤ PG Diploma in Guidance & Counselling
- ➤ Diploma in Yoga for Human Excellence
Funded Projects
| S. No | Project Title | Investigator(s) | Funding Agency | Year | Amount (₹ Lakhs) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psychosocial, Economical and Educational problems faced by the transgender in Tamil Nadu | Dr. K.C. Bindhu | ICSSR | 2014 | 15 | 2014–2016 |
| 2 | A Study on Menstrual Health Management of Adolescent Girls with Intellectual Disability | Dr. C. Renuga Devi | ICSSR | 2019 | 1.1 | 2019–2020 |