5-Day Faculty Development Programme- Organized by IQAC
16 Aug 2025
“Reimagining Teaching–Learning: Innovative Methods for OBE & NEP 2020 Implementation”
Organized by: Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Sharda University Agra
Dates: 11th – 15th August 2025
Mode: Hybrid | Participants: 140 (80 Offline | 60 Online)
Leadership:
- Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan, Vice Chancellor, SUA
- Prof. (Dr.) Saket Jeswani, Director, IQAC
This FDP brought together policy vision and academic practice to equip faculty with tools for effective implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Outcome-Based Education (OBE). Participants from over 15 Indian states and reputed universities and institutions like Manav Rachna University , Mohan Babu University, Desh Bhagat University , Chitkara University, Parul University, IFTM University, GLA University, Amity University , Adamas University, Presidency University , Kalasalingam University , and many more actively engaged in this transformative initiative.
Day-Wise Highlights & Key Speakers
➤ Day 1: NEP 2020 & OBE – Foundation and Vision
- Dr. Sunil Rai – President, UPES & Advisor, Sharda University Greater Noida
- Dr. Avadhesh Khare – Chief Advisor, SGVU & Quantum University
- Dr. Sarvesh Chandra – Former Professor, IIT Kanpur
- Takeaways: NEP as a driver of innovation; OBE for measurable, learner-centric outcomes; importance of faculty adaptability and feedback loops.
➤ Day 2: Values, Curriculum Design & Pedagogical Innovation
- Prof. (Dr.) R. C. Kuhad – Former VC, CUH & Distinguished Professor, Sharda University, Greater Noida
- Dr. Avadhesh Khare – Chief Advisor, SGVU & Quantum University
- Prof. (Dr.) V. P. S. Arora – Professor Emeritus & Former VC, Kumaun University
- Takeaways: Blending tradition with modern pedagogy; flexible, industry-aligned curriculum design.
➤ Day 3: Global Readiness & Teaching Innovations
- Prof. (Dr.) V. P. S. Arora- Professor Emeritus & Former VC, Kumaun University
- Prof. (Dr.) Vinod Kumar Jain – Former VC, Tezpur, Doon & UTU
- Prof. (Dr.) R. S. Pavithra – Director, HCST, Mathura
- Takeaways: Emphasis on 21st-century skills, application-based evaluations, outcome-focused frameworks.
➤ Day 4: Technology Integration, Leadership & Assessments
- Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan, Vice Chancellor, SUA
- Prof. (Dr.) Saket Jeswani, Director, IQAC, SUA
- Prof. (Dr.) T. Chandrasekar, Controller of Examinations, SUA
- Mr. Amit Singh Athwal, Director, T&P, SUA
- Takeaways: Embedding critical thinking in curricula; faculty as mentors; assessments to test competence.
➤ Day 5: Assessment Techniques & Valedictory (15th August)
- Prof. (Dr.) Saket Jeswani – Director, IQAC, SUA
- Prof. (Dr.) T. Chandrasekar – Controller of Examinations, SUA
- Takeaways: Importance of continuous monitoring; rubrics for transparent, fair evaluation.
Valedictory Speakers:
- Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi Ranjan Vice Chancellor, SUA– Welcome Address
- Ms. Deepti Verma , Assistant Professor, SSBS– FDP Report Presentation
- Shri Y. K. Gupta, Honble Pro-Chancellor – Guest of Honour Address
- Reflections from participants highlighted practical applicability and learning impact.
- Vote of Thanks – Prof. (Dr.) Saket Jeswani, Director, IQAC, SUA
Key Outcomes:
- Faculty gained a clear roadmap to implement NEP 2020 & OBE.
- Improved capabilities in curriculum design, CO-PO mapping, and rubrics.
- Adoption of innovative, learner-centric pedagogies.
- Strengthened a pan-India academic network for collaboration and best practices.
