The 2nd National Research Symposium
Sub Themes.
Multicultural education fosters inclusivity by integrating diverse cultural perspectives into teaching.
1STEAM education blends Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to inspire innovation.
3Gender education promotes awareness and understanding of gender roles, equality, and inclusivity in society.
5ICT for education integrates digital tools to enhance learning and accessibility.
2Higher education provides advanced learning at universities and colleges, leading to qualifications.
4Humanities education explores culture, history, philosophy, and the arts to deepen societal understanding.
6Chief Guest
Keynote Speaker
Harsha Aturupane is a Lead Economist in the World Bank. He has a Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Economics from the University of Cambridge and a B.A. in Economics and Diploma in Economic Development from the University of Colombo. He has served as the Country Sector Coordinator for Human Development for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and as the Program Leader for Human Development for the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka at the World Bank. He has worked and written extensively in the fields of human development, human capital, education economics, higher education, general education, labor economics, welfare economics, and the economics of inequality and poverty reduction. He has led teams in the preparation and supervision of World Bank projects and programs covering higher education, general education, health, social protection, economic reform, and strengthening governance processes.
Symposium Chair
Symposium chair of the 2nd NRS 2025. Dean, Faculty of Education, Senior Lecturer Grade 1, Department of Secondary and Tertiary Education, The Open University of Sri Lanka.
Symposium Secretary
Director/Center for Quality Assurance. Senior Lecturer, Department of Psychology & Counseling, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka.
President SLAAED
President SLAAED. Senior Lecturer in Science Education, Head/Department of Science & Technology Education, Faculty of Education, University of Colombo.
Highlights
Important moments caught on camera.
The agenda for a national research symposium is designed to foster a collaborative environment for sharing new knowledge and innovations. It's a comprehensive program that outlines a variety of sessions and activities to engage researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students.
Registration
Inauguration of the 2nd SLAAED NRS 2025
Cultural Item 1
Dr. Kumudu Seneviratne
President, SLAAED.
Launching e-version of Symposium Abstract Book
Snr Prof P.M.C. Thilakerathne
Vice Chancellor of the Open University of Sri Lanka.
Dr. D.V.M. De Silva
Symposium Chair, 2nd SLAAED NRS 2025
Dr. Harsha Aturupane
Lead Economist, Programme Leader for Human Development for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, World Bank
Dr. H.M.C.J Herath
Symposium Secretary, 2nd SLAAED NRS 2025
P.O. Box 21, Nawala, Nugegoda – 10250
Sri Lanka.
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Starting from 8.30 a.m
Sri Lanka
Price: Rs.2000.00
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The Open University of Sri Lanka, P.O. Box 21, Nawala, Nugegoda – 10250
Sri Lanka
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