[asiacouncil] Virtual Conference on Towards a Better Understanding of Indian Society and Culture, Friday, November 19, 2021, 8:30 a. m. - 4:00 p. m.

[Eric Kendrick]

Asia Council colleagues:

I'm passing along info on this outstanding virtual conference from our council member, George Vargis.

It is on Indian Society & Culture, and sponsored by Reinhardt University and the Columbia University South Asia Institute.

There is no registration fee, so it's a great opportunity to share with colleagues at your own institutions and elsewhere.



IMPORTANT/TIME SENSITIVE INFORMATION - for your information/action

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  October 27, 2021

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Good day.  Greetings from the International Studies Consortium of Georgia.  Ref. subject and the attached draft program/agenda along with the bios of consultants.  You and your colleagues are invited to join a Virtual Conference on Towards a Better Understanding of Indian Society and Culture, Friday, November 19, 2021, 8:30 a. m. - 4:00 p. m. - Eastern Time.  This conference is jointly sponsored by Columbia University South Asia Institute, Reinhardt University (RU) the International Studies Consortium of Georgia.

Please register and forward this email along with the attachment to your colleagues who teach world history/literature, introduction to political science, anthropology, sociology, economics, education.  Upon completion of registration and 24-48 hours in advance of November 19, 2021, you will receive a zoom link.

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There is no cost for you to or your school to attend the program.  RU will cover the cost of registration fee including professional services of consultants and educational materials. We would like to offer 10 slots to your university/college,



All the presenters have accepted our invitation to serve as program consultants.



The focus of the conference will be on pedagogy -- how to integrate, concepts, ideas, methods, techniques, examples, comparisons and illustrations.



The main objective of the conference is to provide teaching and learning and unique insights to an interdisciplinary group of faculty members so that they can: a) get cutting-edge information; b) integrate historical, social, political, economic, cultural, literary and contemporary aspects into the general education and other courses; and c) assist students to overcome stereotypical images and help them to adapt and succeed in a dynamic and highly interdependent global economy.



To be specific, individuals who will serve as experts to the conference will explore key issues and emerging trends.  It is expected that our consultants, based on their living, working, research, teaching and other experiences in India will also provide authentic and up-to-date information on the topics listed in the program and material content on teaching styles.  Participants will be able to leverage knowledge gained to improve the curriculum and incorporate new knowledge and information gained into appropriate courses.



Please do not hesitate to contact me via email or by phone at 404-550-4805 if you need any additional information.



Thank you very much.



Sincerely,



Raj

Rajgopal Sashti

Founding and Executive Director

International Studies Consortium of Georgia

Reinhardt University

Waleska, Georgia 30183



Tel: 404-550-4806


Tel: 404-550-4805
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