ULAB Holds Four-Day Induction Training for New Faculty
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) successfully conducted a four-day Induction Training for Tertiary Teachers on 13, 14, 15, and 17 January 2026, aimed at equipping newly appointed faculty members with essential pedagogical, technological, and assessment competencies. Sixteen faculty members participated in this training.
The training program consisted of four core modules: Teaching and Learning Strategies, Student Advising, Use of Technology (LMS), and Assessment of Learning. Sessions emphasized practical application through interactive workshops, group activities, and hands-on engagement with digital tools. Participants also took part in a gamified assessment using Kahoot, which added an engaging dimension to the learning experience.
A key focus of the training was developing inclusive, gender-sensitive, and student-centered classrooms responsive to the needs of Gen Z learners in the age of Artificial Intelligence. The sessions were facilitated by distinguished resource persons, including the acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Jude W. Jenillo, PhD, Prof Mohammad Ibrahim, PhD, Prof. Shamsad Mortuza, PhD, Prof. Imran Rahman, Wazir A. F. Ahmad, PhD; Sarkar Barbaq Quarmal, PhD; Arifa Rahman; and Mohammad Shazzad Hossain, PhD.
The training successfully highlighted the importance of reflective practice, empathy, and continuous innovation in strengthening teaching quality at ULAB.
