A brief overview of the training areas covered:

Resource Persons: Dr. Rasanjali Samarakoon and Dr. Shashi Senevirathne

Shifting mindsets and responsibilities, Time management and workload balancing, Building professional relationships

Resource Person: Dr. Chandana Jayawardena

Ethical standards in academia, Professional behavior, and conduct, Handling ethical dilemmas

Resource Person: Prof. Chalinda Beneragama

Developing strong collaborative relationships with senior academics, Defining roles and responsibilities in academic settings, Effective communication strategies for smooth teamwork.

Resource Person: Prof. Buddhi Marambe

Academic responsibilities (i.e. teaching & learning, student engagement, CPD), Administrative duties (i.e. coordination & communication, record keeping, liaison roles), Research & development (i.e. supporting research, collaboration), Effective collaboration with senior lecturers to ensure smooth class sessions, Providing real-time support during practical and lectures, Strategies for managing classroom dynamics and student expectations

Resource Persons: Dr Kapila Wijayaratne

Key teaching strategies for diverse learning environments, Interactive teaching techniques: Group work, discussions, and student, engagement., Integrating technology and multimedia in lectures to enhance student understanding.

Resource Person: Ms. Yasodha Vimukthi

Introduction to GenAI, Ethical Consideration and Challenges, Practical tools and Techniques, Hands-on Techniques