The mission of CTFE is to revolutionize education and professional development by introducing theatrical and cinematic principles and practices. The center will offer cutting-edge training, workshops, and resources that enable students to unlock their full potential through the power of performance arts.
CTFE aims to be a global leader in integrating theatre and film arts into education, enriching learning by making it more engaging, inclusive, and transformative. By fostering creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking, CTFE empowers learners to be both academically proficient and socially and culturally aware.
The mission of CTFE is to revolutionize education and professional development by introducing theatrical and cinematic principles and practices. The center will offer cutting-edge training, workshops, and resources that enable students to unlock their full potential through the power of performance arts.
Pedagogic Utility
Theatre and film are powerful educational tools that bring learning to life. Through dramatization and storytelling, students develop communication skills, empathy, and cultural awareness.
Theatre a live performance art, acts as a microcosm of life making it a brilliant means of experiential learning across various disciplines. For example, a theatrical work involves the organization and execution of productions, which mirrors project management, leadership, and quality control in the business world. It’s collaborative nature also helps fosters teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
Film as a preserved form of life provides a medium for visual learning and critical analysis. Thus, making it an excellent source of innovative and immersive case-studies for a variety of disciplines. An excellent case in point will be the Lagaan Movie Case Study Project by Honourable Prof. (Dr.) Biswajeet Pattanayak, Founder and President of our ASBM University, which utilized the movie to teach students HR processes like team building, leadership, talent sporting, talent acquisition, talent Management etc.
In this vein, by incorporating these arts into education, CTFE promotes active learning, creativity, and emotional engagement, making learning experiences more memorable and impactful.
Key Objectives
- Innovative Curriculum Development: Design and deliver specialized courses and modules that integrate theatre and film into undergraduate and postgraduate subjects, enriching traditional education with creative, experiential learning.
- Research and Innovation: Conduct and support research on the educational impact of theatre and film, establishing CTFE as a thought leader in this emerging field.
- Professional Development for Educators: Provide training workshops, seminars, and certification programs for educators to effectively use theatre and film in their teaching, equipping them with new tools and strategies for classroom engagement.
- Student Programs and Workshops: Offer workshops, certification programs, and extracurricular activities for students, fostering creativity, confidence, and critical thinking through theatre and film.
- Community Engagement and Outreach: Partner with academic institutions, theatre and film organizations, and cultural institutions to promote the use of theatre and film in education, building a supportive network for inter-disciplinary learning.
Unique Value Point
CTFE stands out by offering a comprehensive approach to education that goes beyond traditional teaching methods. By integrating theatre and film, the center provides a platform for experiential learning, fostering both academic and personal growth in students. This approach not only enhances cognitive skills but also cultivates social and emotional learning, preparing students for a diverse and dynamic world.
Potential Impact (Why CTFE)
CTFE will transform education by making learning more engaging, inclusive, and effective. By developing cognitive skills, emotional literacy, creativity, empathy, and critical thinking, CTFE will prepare well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world. As a hub for innovation, CTFE will set new benchmarks for integrating the arts of theatre and film into education, following successful models from other fields.
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