Dr. Suresh Chandra Mehta
Dr. suresh Chandra Menta, a prominent member and key expert at synergy, specialzing in the vital areas or Mainstreaming Out-or-schoo Children and Special Training. His extensive educational background and diverse professional experience position him as a driving force in addressing the complex challenges of education for children who are out of school.
Professional Journey
Dr. Mehta's journey is marked by a series of impactful roles, including his tenure as an Education Specialist in an ADB Project with the British Council in Meghalaya. His experience as a Senior Consultant (SSA-RTE) in NCERT, Research Officer at NCTE, and State Programme Officer (AS & NFE) in the Bihar Education Project reflects his commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, especially for marginalized and out-of-school children.
Innovative Contributions
Experimentation in Curriculum Strategy
Dr. Mehta's innovative contributions include experimenting with curriculum strategies for the education of out-of-school children in Bihar.
His groundbreaking work in this area is documented in the M.Ed. curriculum of IGNOU-NCTE.
Curriculum Development
He has played a pivotal role in guiding, coordinating, editing, and facilitating the development of curricula, textbooks, supplementary reading materials, and training modules in various states, including Bihar, Haryana, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh.
Awareness and Training Initiatives
Dr. Mehta has actively coordinated regional conferences focused on creating awareness about special training programs for the mainstreaming of out-of-school children on behalf of NCERT. He has provided training to state-level officials and faculty from SCERTs and DIET faculty.
Key Responsibilities at Synergy
As one of the key members of Synergy, Dr. Mehta is a specialist in Out-of-School Children & Special Trainings. His role involves designing comprehensive course materials, modules, and guidelines in this crucial area. He brings a wealth of experience and insights to the team, contributing to the development and implementation of effective strategies for the education and mainstreaming of out-of-school children.
Training and Impact
Dr. Mehta's expertise extends beyond theoretical contributions- he has actively trained several state officials, fostering a network of professionals equipped to address the challenges surrounding out-of-school children.