Centre for Teacher Development and Publication (CTDP)
An initiative of SVFT
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