Professional Overview
Dr. Venkatapati Charankumar is a highly qualified academician with a robust multidisciplinary background in Mathematics, Psychology, and Education. With nearly 15 years of experience in teacher education, he specializes in educational psychology, mathematics pedagogy, and the integration of ICT in learning. He is currently seeking a role as an Associate Professor, bringing a wealth of experience in supervising prospective teachers and contributing to international educational research.
Academic & Professional Background
- Ph.D. in Education: Andhra University, Visakhapatnam (2018).
- M.Sc. Mathematics: Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu (2006).
- M.Sc. Psychology: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad (2014).
- M.Ed. (Master of Education): Andhra University, Visakhapatnam (2009).
- UGC-NET (Education): Qualified in December 2014.
- APSET (Education): Qualified in 2012.
Teaching & Research Experience
Dr. Charankumar has served in various capacities across several colleges of education:
- Current/Recent Role: Assistant Professor at St. Mary’s College of Education, Kakinada (since 2016).
- Previous Roles: Assistant Professor at Minerva College of Education and St. John’s College of Education.
- Key Responsibilities: Teaching Mathematics and Psychology to B.Ed. and M.Ed. students, guiding research dissertations, and organizing institutional seminars.
Research Interests & Publications
- Psychological Studies: Research on “Achievement Motivation” and “Multiple Intelligence” among prospective teachers.
- Digital Pedagogy: Focused on developing thinking and learning skills through Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
- Social Issues: Published research on women’s empowerment through education in rural India.
- Scholarly Output: Over 10 published papers in national and international journals, including the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research.