About CTDP

The Centre for Teacher Development and Publication (CTDP) was established in February 2026 with the vision to serve both in-service (currently teaching) and pre-service (teacher trainees) educators can function as a professional hub that supports continuous learning, research and sharing of innovative teaching practices.

Core Functions

  • Professional Development for In-Service Teachers: Workshops, certificate courses, pedagogy, classroom management, inclusive education, technology integration.
  • Pre-service Teacher Preparation: Curriculum design, practicum supervision, mentoring systems.
  • Research and Innovation: Conduct and disseminate research on educational practices.
  • Publication and Resource Development: Journals, teaching manuals, newsletters, policy briefs and digital content.

Target Groups

  • Pre-service teachers: Students aspiring to become educators.
  • In-service teachers: Practicing school teachers upgrading skills.
  • Teacher educators & researchers: Professionals in mentoring and research.

Planned Activities

  • Annual conferences and seminars
  • Teacher Development Journal publication
  • Digital repository of lesson plans and research
  • Collaborative school projects
  • Peer-reviewed publication opportunities
  • CPD programs for 2000+ teachers annually

Partnerships

  • Universities and training institutions
  • Government education departments
  • NGOs in education
  • International education networks

Contact Details

Dr. T. N. Raju
Head, Centre for Teacher Development and Publication (CTDP)
Swami Vivekananda Foundation for Teachers - SVFT