Professional Overview
Prof. (Dr.) Aruna Anchal is a distinguished academician, researcher, and administrator with over two decades of experience in higher education and research. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Research and Publication Division at the International Council for Education, Research and Training (ICERT). A prolific scholar, she has published seven books and over 35 research chapters, contributing significantly to the fields of education, research methodology, and gender studies.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Executive Director, Research & Publication (ICERT): Leads strategic oversight for global research initiatives and academic publications.
- Dean & Head, Dept. of Education, Baba Mastnath University (BMU): Manages departmental academic affairs and supervises doctoral research.
- Director, Women Studies Center (BMU): Oversees initiatives focused on gender equity and women’s empowerment.
- Research Mentor: Has successfully supervised five Ph.D. scholars to completion, with seven others currently under her guidance.
- Institutional Governance: Serves on the Academic Council and Board of Studies for multiple universities and is a Core Member of the State Curriculum Framework (SCF), Haryana.
Core Expertise
- Research Methodology: Expert in educational research, specifically in psychological well-being and academic achievement studies.
- Curriculum Innovation: Specialized in framing curricula that align with both global standards and industrial needs.
- Editorial Leadership: Serves as an Associate Editor and Reviewer for numerous national and international journals.
- Social Impact: Active in community welfare as a regular blood donor (27 times) and registered eye/organ donor.
Awards and Qualification
- Shiksha Rattan Award (2022): Conferred by ICERT, Delhi, for excellence in education.
- Indian Youth Icon Award (2021): Awarded by the International Council for Teacher Education.
- 40+ Career Awards: Includes honors from the State Government of Haryana, Rohtak Administration, and All India Radio.
- Best Researcher/Faculty Awards: Recognized by the Novel Research Academy and RULA Awards in association with the World Research Council.
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education: Focused on pedagogical and psychological research.
- Master of Education (M.Ed.): Advanced pedagogical studies.
- Postgraduate Degrees: Holds M.A. degrees in English, History, and Hindi.