Conferences & Academic Forums
- The Chempaka Research & Training Centre convenes structured academic forums designed to facilitate dialogue, research presentation, and collaborative reflection among educational institutions.
- These forums position CRTC not merely as a provider of programmes, but as a contributor to contemporary educational discourse.
Chempaka National Conference
The Chempaka National Conference serves as a platform for schools, academic leaders, and practitioners to present structured practices, research initiatives, and system-level innovations in teaching and learning.
The Conference emphasises:
- Evidence-based classroom practices
- Institutional research documentation
- Curriculum innovation models
- Professional development frameworks
- Ethical and research-informed leadership
The objective is to move beyond anecdotal sharing toward structured academic contribution.
First National Conference – 2024 | Thiruvananthapuram
The inaugural Chempaka National Conference marked the beginning of CRTC’s national academic engagement, bringing together educators and thought leaders to explore the foundational role of early childhood education within the framework of the National Education Policy 2020.
The conference emphasised research-informed practices, foundational learning, and the integration of policy into classroom realities.
The conference reinforced CRTC’s commitment to:
- Advancing foundational learning in early childhood education
- Integrating research-informed ECCE practices
- Aligning pedagogy with the National Education Policy 2020
- Promoting holistic development and school readiness
Second National Conference – 2026 | Kochi
The second Chempaka National Conference convened educational leaders and practitioners to examine structured research practices within school systems, with a focus on institutional transformation and leadership development aligned with NEP 2020.
The conference reinforced CRTC’s commitment to:
- Research-informed teaching practices
- Institutional documentation and accountability
- Measurable professional standards
- Collaborative educational inquiry
Upcoming National Conference – 2027 | Bangalore
The upcoming conference planned in Bangalore aims to expand participation to approximately 250 schools.
The thematic focus will include:
- Global best practices in teaching and learning
- Research-integrated curriculum models
- Competency-based professional frameworks
- Ethical integration of innovation
This planned expansion reflects CRTC’s growing engagement within national educational networks.
The Conference operates under structured academic submission processes.
Participating institutions are encouraged to submit:
- Documented research papers
- Case studies
- Curriculum innovation reports
- Institutional research reflections
Submissions undergo structured review prior to presentation.
This ensures academic seriousness and intellectual integrity.
The Chempaka Academic Recognition & Awards initiative acknowledges structured institutional contributions in areas such as:
- Research-driven teaching practices
- Curriculum innovation
- Professional development systems
- Institutional research culture
Recognition is awarded based on documented practice rather than symbolic participation.
This reinforces CRTC’s commitment to measurable contribution.
Institutional Positioning Statement
Through its Conferences & Academic Forums, CRTC fosters a culture of structured sharing, documented research, and collaborative reflection.
The Centre seeks to strengthen the ecosystem of school-based research in India while engaging meaningfully with emerging global practices.
Its approach prioritises intellectual rigour over visibility.