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Dr. Rekha Chavhan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai, where she has been serving for more than 20 years. A committed teacher educator, she possesses deep insight into education systems, pedagogical processes, and the integration of technology in teaching–learning.
She holds a Ph.D. in Education from SNDT Women’s University (2013), along with postgraduate degrees in Psychology, English, Education, and an undergraduate degree in Economics. Her strong academic foundation is complemented by her extensive experience in research, digital pedagogy and curriculum development.
Dr. Chavhan is passionate about Educational Technology, e-Learning, MOOCs, OERs, and Open Educational Practices. She is proficient in using Moodle, LMS platforms, Google Classroom, and Canvas for blended and online teaching. She has successfully completed several MOOCs on Technology-Enabled Learning and Open Educational Resources, including programs offered by Athabasca University (Canada), the Commonwealth of Learning, and the Open University of Sri Lanka.
She developed and deployed an online course under UNESCO’s Open Education for a Better World (OE4BW) project and later served as a mentor for the same initiative. She has presented her work in multiple international forums, including the OE4BW workshop, OER20 Conference, and the OEGlobal Conference. Her research article on cross-cultural mentoring has been published in an international peer-reviewed journal.
With over 30 publications in national and international journals and book chapters at both national and global levels, she has made significant academic contributions. She has also developed e-content for the e-PG Pathshala project of UGC and other distance education institutions.
An active academic leader, Dr. Chavhan is a recognized Ph.D. guide, with two students who have been awarded Ph.D degree under her supervision and 6 students are registerde for Ph.D. She has supervised more than 150 M.Ed. Dissertations and has guided research across areas such as educational psychology, pedagogy, blended learning, mental health, inclusive education, and women empowerment. She has completed several funded research projects, including studies on conflict management among teachers and workplace sexual harassment.
She is a member of various university committees, including the Board of Studies in Education and Educational Technology, the Website Development Committee, and the E-Learning and Digitization Committee, and has served as Chairperson/Member of multiple LIC committees. She is also a sought-after resource person for NET/SET workshops and teacher-education training programs.
Dr. Rekha Chavhan continues to contribute to the field of education through innovative digital practices, research supervision, curriculum development, and active engagement in the global open education movement.
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Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University Assistant Professor2005 - Present
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