Conference Tracks

TRACK 1: INDIAN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM: EXPLORING THE PAST, EMBRACING THE FUTURE

Convener: Dr. Jugnu Khatter Bhatia (9899005329)

1.1: From Vedas to Viksit Bharat: Unveiling India’s Knowledge Legacy

• The application of Vedic Mathematics in Problem Solving and Education.

• ·The principles of Vastu Shastra for Sustainable architecture design.

• ·Importance and relevance of Indian languages in the promotion of Indian arts.

• ·Need for preserving and revitalizing IKS for Future generations.

• ·Chanakya’’s Theory and its importance in the present time.

• ·Integrating Indian Educational Philosophies to promote Quality Education (SDG4)

1.2: IKS for Action: Building a Sustainable and Equitable Viksit Bharat

• ·Potential of IKS in sustainable development, environmental conservation, and community-based problem solving.

• ·Role of IKS in fostering creativity, entrepreneurship, and social innovation.

• ·Ethical considerations & challenges involved in integrating IKS with modern technologies.

• ·Ecological wisdom embedded in IKS traditions and their relevance to environmental conservation.

• ·Highlighting traditional farming practices and indigenous crops for enhancing food security.

1.3 Health & Wellbeing: IKS Practices for a Healthy Viksit Bharat

• ·Transformative power of IKS practices like Ayurveda, meditation, mindfulness and Yoga for personal growth and wellbeing

• ·Role of IKS in promoting mental Health, emotional intelligence, and self-actualization.

• ·Potential of IKS in addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and other environmental challenges

• ·Linking IKS to healthcare and well-being in the context of SDG3 and SDG12

• ·Examine how IKS can empower people to become active participants & leaders in shaping Viksit Bharat.

1.4: Global Leadership: Sharing India’s IKS wisdom with the World

• ·Role of Indian Knowledge System in promoting Global Peace, cooperation and understanding.

• ·Challenges & opportunities for sharing and disseminating IKS knowledge globally.

• ·Cross-Cultural perspective on IKS

• ·Potential of IKS in addressing global challenges such as climate change and poverty

• ·Comparative study of Indian Knowledge system with other Knowledge traditions

TRACK 2: QUALITY EDUCATION FOR HOLISTIC LEARNING

Convener: Dr. Reena Uniyal Tiwari (9411382277)

2.1 Curriculum and Pedagogy

• Redesigning and Developing Curriculum to accommodate diverse learning abilities.

• Integration of 21st Century Skills into the Curriculum.

• Experiential and Immersive Learning.

• Project-based Learning.

• Personalized Learning

• Multi-cultural and Global Citizenship Education through Curriculum and Pedagogical Approach.

2.2 Life Skills and Holistic Development

• Developing Life Skills Essentials for 21st century.

• Social and Emotional Learning.

• Spiritual Well-being of Children.

• Mindfulness for Holistic Development of Children.

• Resilience and Coping Skills.

• Ethical Decision-making.

2.3 Assessment and Evaluation

• Performance-based Assessment.

• Formative and Summative Assessment.

• Alternative Assessment Methods.

• Assessment of 21st Century Skills.

• Data-informed Decision -Making.

• Role of Feedback and Reflection in Evaluation.

2.4 Community Engagement

• Community partnership and service learning.

• Community-mentorship, Advocacy and Action.

• Civic Literacy and Responsibilities.

• Social Responsibilities and Ethics.

• Adaptability to live in a Multi-cultural Society.

• Educational Quality as a Social Value.

TRACK 3: ONLINE AND DIGITAL EDUCATION

Convener: Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Kumar Chaudhary (9999763240)

3.1: Digital Pedagogies: Dynamics of Learning in and Through Digital Technologies

• ·New learning supported by New Technologies.

• Traditional and New Pedagogies with and without New Technology

• Changing Classroom discourse in the New Media Classroom

• ·Peer to Peer Learning: Learners as Teachers

• ·Formative and Summative Assessment: Technologies in the New Assessment Practices.

• ·Supporting Learner Diversity

• ·Metacognition, Abstraction, and Architectural Thinking: New Learning Processes in new Technological Environments.

• ·Technology in the service of the Humanities and Social Sciences.

3.2: Technologies of Mediation-New Learning Devices and Software Tools

• ·Learning Management System

• ·Learning content and Metadata Standards

• ·Designed for Learning: New Devices and New Applications.

• ·Usability and Participatory Design: Beyond Techno-centrism

• ·Digital Writing Tools: Wikis, Blogs, Slide Presentations, Websites, Writing Assistants etc.

• ·Social Networking Technologies in the service of Learning

• ·Ubiquitous Computing: Devices, Interfaces, and Educational Uses.

• ·Supporting Multimodality: Designing meanings with Cross written, Oral, Visual, Audio, Spatial and Tactile Modes

3.3: Paradigm shifts in Global Higher Education and E-learning

• ·Online Learning for Beginners

• ·Self-directed Learning

• ·Teaching for Enhanced Learning

• ·Creating Online Learning experiences

• ·Teaching and Learning without a Text-book.

3.4: The politics of education and technology: Conflicts, controversies, and connections

• ·The Tech-Touch Dilemma (MOOC)

• ·Opportunities and Threats of the MOOC movement for Higher Education.

• ·Designing for Learning in an Open World.

• ·Exploring the Pros and Cons of Open Educational Practices in Higher Education

• ·Digital Divide: Addressing concerns of Equity.

• ·Technology and Privacy in the Digital Age.

TRACK 4: EQUITABLE QUALITY EDUCATION FOR LIFELONG LEARNERS: A COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

Convener: Prof. (Dr.) Tania Gupta (9818469283)

4.1: Policy Frameworks for Equitable Quality Education

• ·Embracing NEP 2020: Transformative Policies for Lifelong Learning

• ·Viksit Bharat 2047: Roadmap for Equity in Education

• ·Aligning with SDG 4: Policy Initiatives for Inclusive Lifelong Education

• ·NEP Implementation Strategies: Lessons Learned and Future Directions

4.2: Inclusive Pedagogies and Learning Environments

• ·Inclusive Teaching Practices for Lifelong Learners

• ·Technology Integration for Inclusive Education: Opportunities and Challenges

• ·Creating Inclusive Learning Spaces: A Viksit Bharat Perspective

• ·Equity in Assessment: Ensuring Fairness in Lifelong Learning

4.3: Community Engagement and Partnerships for Inclusion

• ·Strengthening Community Participation in Lifelong Learning

• ·Partnerships for Inclusive Education: Collaborative Approaches

• ·Grassroots Initiatives for Equity in Education: Case Studies from Viksit Bharat

• ·Engaging Stakeholders for Sustainable Development: Insights from SDG 4

4.4: Research and Innovation for Equitable Education

• ·Innovative Models for Lifelong Learning: Research-Based Approaches

• ·Addressing Equity Gaps through Educational Research

• ·Viksit Bharat 2047: Innovation Ecosystem for Inclusive Education

• ·Advancing SDG 4 through Educational Innovation and Research

TRACK 5: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: INTEGRATION OF RESEARCH, INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT INTO EDUCATION

Convener: Dr. Shweta Rani (9311139353)

5.1: Conceptual Understanding of Sustainable Development

• ·Key Concepts, Origin and Scope of Sustainable Development

• ·Overview of 17 Sustainable Development Goals

• ·Education for sustainable development (ESD)

• ·Role of Educational Institutions in Sustainable Development

• ·Dimensions of Sustainable Development for Educations: Physical, Social, Economic and Environmental

5.2: Blending Research, Innovation and Technology into Sustainable Educational Development

• ·Needs, Approaches and Challenges of Integrating Research and Innovations into Educational Systems.

• ·Role of Training Programs in Professional and Technological Development of Teachers.

• ·Effects of Technological Innovations in achieving Sustainability in Education

• ·Strategies and Opportunities for Accessible and Inclusive Research

• ·Best Practices in Research and Technological Innovation for a Sustainable Educational System

5.3: Disaster Management: Building Resilient and Sustainable Educational Institutions

• ·To analyse the hazards and vulnerability Profile of Educational Institutions

• ·Major disaster risks in the Educational Institutions

• ·Issues, Challenges and Approaches for reducing Vulnerabilities in Educational Institutions

• ·Understanding IRS guidelines

• ·Information and Communication Technology

• ·Artificial Intelligence and Database Systems in Disaster Management.

5.4: Preparedness, Good Governance and Policy Implementation in Achieving Sustainable Institutions

• ·Sustainable Infrastructure Planning

• ·Good Governance and Policy Implementation

• ·Understanding the concept of preparedness for Disaster Management Plan

• ·Disaster Management Planning in Educational Institutions for Sustainable Development.

• ·Aligning of Governance and Policy with broader Educational Goals to ensure sustainability