Highlights from Dr. Vellani's presentation
Dr. Camer W. Vellani, Rector of the Aga Khan University in
his welcome speech drew
attention to the need for provision of higher education in every
country, and "acquisition of
knowledge and skills beyond that which can be acquired by apprenticeship
and training for skills alone".
"Acquisition of knowledge"
he stated "equips one with specific understanding and skills,
and also conditions attitudes that influence interpersonal
relationships. Knowledge of the richness, diversity and
interdependence of the physical, biological and behavioural
elements of the world in which we live adds the broader context
that induces tolerance and constructive behaviour.
"Higher education is a process of development of the mind for
learning, derived from critical examination of information that
is available globally; experience; (observation of) role models;
and other means; to prepare one for versatility of application,
and growth of new knowledge and skills".
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