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The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022 n the Indian educational system, After spending 27 years in the education for girls in all its entirety and Acknowledging her efforts, The While she has been a crusader of Ÿ To support a highly committed and whenever women have stepped education sector Ms. Shalini has decided to cover up the deficit in Knowledge Review Magazine has holistic education, her vision as a creative faculty. I into its topography, they have Mehrotra, Principal at Vidya Devi the literacy ratio of boys and girls in recognised her contribution to the leader is to create an environment Ÿ To encourage a participative enhanced and upgraded its ecosystem. Jindal School, has embraced India. education sector and specifically where the children can achieve high community of responsive and History is the proof of this, and over uplifting education standards for character excellence and teaching- responsible parents, alumni, and the years, India has witnessed some of women in India. Here is a detailed learning process foster an impact on other stakeholders. the finest women educators that overview of her journey as an their mind and attitude to live a changed the face of education for influential and innovative educator. fulfilling life with grit and resilience. Vision: generations to come. To become a leading residential school A Leader Driven by Stern Intent A Preeminent School and its Value known for providing a happy An educator's job is not just to educate After her Master's degree in Physics Construct environment, which encourages but to ensure the consistent evolution with a specialisation in Electronics and Vidya Devi Jindal School is an all-girls fearless intellectual curiosity, learning of the learners, evolution of body, mind a Master's in education with a major in residential school in Hisar, Haryana. through enthusiastic self-discovery, and soul. However, there has always Curriculum Development and Advance The school has been a beacon of and inspires a love for integrity, been a little restriction when the topic Techniques of Instructions, Ms. Shalini imparting both literary and co- compassion, and life. of women education is tickled. In a Mehrotra's twenty-seven-year career curricular education to girls ever since world where now equality is began as a Physics teacher. She has its inception in 1984. It endeavours to Striving for Excellence considered and practised as a gender evolved to be a Principal of one of the provide education that forms character, Academic excellence lies at the core of neutral principle, India lacks behind in country's leading all-girls residential strengthens the mind, expands the the VDJS's endeavours. The educating its younger generation of schools. Ms. Shalini hails originally intellect, and enables the students to be curriculum is calibrated thoughtfully so girls. from Kanpur but has travelled across self-reliant. The school's outlined that students make steady strides, and the country and spent most of her mission and vision are listed below: finally, stretch targets are set for them professional life in the esteemed with all possible institutional support. boarding schools of India. Mission: Ÿ To provide a caring, respectful, and The school provides its students with a Ms. Shalini has assimiliated secure multicultural environment conducive environment that supports excellences of her experiences of Ÿ To inspire students to accept experiential learning through Principal working with Mayo College Girls' challenges and enhance their Integrated Learning Pedagogy. The Vidya Devi Jindal School School, Ajmer, Assam Valley School, performance. Air-Conditioned Classrooms are Assam, The Scindia School, Gwalior, Ÿ To imbibe in the students a strong equipped with the best technology and Vidya Devi Jindal School, Hisar. sense of personal and social available in a wi-fi-enabled academic She had carried out responsibilities responsibility. block and individually held MAC under varied roles of academic Ÿ To use a comprehensive Books. We follow most efficacious administration as the Dean of programme of varied instructional teaching-learning practices like Academics, followed by the position of strategies and innovative Mindspark, STEM education in our the first woman Vice Principal of a techniques in technology towards ATL Labs, Financial Literacy, Artificial 117-year-old all boys' heritage school academic and co-curricular Intelligence, Mass Media, Paper and currently, the Principal of all girls' excellence. Recycling, Design Thinking, etc. residential school, which enjoys a top ranking in the country. While sharing her past experiences, she says, "In my journey as an educator, I believe that all children deserve a When you want quality education and must have something, the whole access to equality and also equity in universe conspires in order terms of learning opportunities, to for you to achieve it. bring out their best version into this world."

the students, faculty, and staff. quotes, Paulo Coehlo, "When you want and vision of VDJS. The school has Ÿ Best School of the Year 2021 for something, the whole universe already had a very sound underpinning North India in the category of conspires in order for you to achieve which has helped it achieve so much. Quality Academics, Outstanding it." According to her, VDJS will continue Administration, Women to ensure the right ecosystem to Empowerment & Leading She says, "These quoted lines from The facilitate the spirit of fearless enquiry. Infrastructure by National Alchemist have come to define my life. My earnest Educational Excellence Awards. As an educationist, I had always "I want that each girl who passes out wanted to be a part of organisations of the portals of the school must be endeavour would be to Transformation, Just as It Matters that look beyond academics and offer armed with the Jindal X factor. My provide all institutional While speaking about her contribution the powerful alliance of 'learning to earnest endeavour would be to provide support so that the to education pedagogy, Ms. Shalini do' with 'learning to be'. So it was all institutional support so that the multitalented and asserts, "As an educational leader and provident that on joining as the head of multitalented and versatile girls chase versatile girls chase having the opportunity and privilege of the institution, she realised that her their passions and dreams and shine being exposed to the best existing educational philosophy and belief both in mainstream and alternate their passions and practices in the field of educational system were aligned with the mission fields," Ms. Shalini Mehrotra adds. dreams and shine both pedagogy, I am cognizant of my in mainstream and responsibility towards society. I aim to alternate fields. make the learners of today responsible, and conscious citizens of Mother Earth who can contribute towards the upliftment of the society and human Awards VDJS encourages a spirit of enquiry race at large by addressing the and freethinking through the extensive and Accreditations educational needs of the educational buffet that it provides. underprivileged." At Vidya Devi Jindal Children display high levels of School, she has designed the service research skills and are able to use the structure of the school, intending to information tools for gleaning the right provide educational facilities to the information for the desired objective. Ÿ Recipient of the 100 Highly Effective disadvantaged sections of society. The Research-based learning allows them students in the school are involved in Principals awards 2017 from AKS to explore and experience and thereby providing quality teaching facilities to Education Awards. holistically imbibe lessons. the students of underprivileged Ÿ SOF Best Zonal Principal Award for 2018-19. sections. The school has received many awards Ÿ 10 Most Inuential Leaders of 2018 and recognitions since its inception. The school has also done stellar work conferred by The Knowledge Review Some of them are listed below: in upgrading the infrastructure of a few Ÿ Vidya Devi Jindal School' is Magazine. village schools within the vicinity of Ranked No.4 in India, No.1 in VDJS. The construction of toilets, Ÿ 50 Effective Principals of 2019 by Haryana & Ranked No.1 in Hisar. multipurpose hall, basketball court, Education Today Magazine. Category- 'India`s Top 5 Girls laboratory, kitchen facility, and Boarding Schools' in a survey recreational areas has made these Ÿ Future 50 Leader Shaping Success 2019. conducted by EducationToday. otherwise drab schools livelier and Ÿ The Most Admirable Principal Award 2020 Ÿ Best Residential School in Haryana more welcoming and child friendly, for excellence and leadership in in the 14th Rashtriya Shikha leading to better educational outcomes. Gaurav Puruskar ceremony. VDJS is persistently carrying out its education by the Golden Aim Awards. Ÿ 9th rank in All India MHW commitment of diversifying and Ÿ Indian Achievers Award for Excellence in rankings. The ranking recognised expanding its community involvement. the efforts continuously undertaken Education 2020 by the school for achieving Taking the Legacy Forward excellence in transforming people While speaking about the future and prioritising the well-being of outlook of the school, Ms. Shalini

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York, GSD Harvard University, USA. to the table, He served NIU as During his tenure as Director of School He has travelled extensively in many Director of the School of of Architecture, NIU - one of premium parts of the globe and is a keen Architecture and other insitution on university, Ar. Rajendra Kumar photographer. position of Dean of Architecture developed a USP of Global Exposure, School. Industry-Academic connection and The Connecting Dot between Practical experiences. Industry and Academics Being an architect who knows the little Curating and Shaping the Learning details that can shape the world's Taking about his influence on the Curve of Aspiring Architects Talking about his approach to this future. Ar. Rajendra Kumar turned into industry and the education sector Ar. Having served institutions at academic successful venture, he says, "I tried for an unorthodox educator with a vision Rajendra Kumar says, "I am a firm and leadership positions such as Dean regular updation in the syllabus, to provide the architect students with believer of the strong role of industry and Director, Rajendra Kumar has pedagogical reforms, national & every tool that would help them shape and academia complimenting each always attempted to bring awareness international workshop, tours, the world for good. other. I always believe in the need for about global developments in the interactions with global leaders for continuous efforts to fill the gap in professional field and make students students were few of initiatives, which I An Unorthodox Architect and Critic practical aspects of the Indian ready for future jobs. took during my tenure in all education Rajendra Kumar is Architect, Education curriculum. Having worked institutes." Academician, Curator, Author, with international organisations, I try Emphasising his approach to Architecture is not just limited to the Architecture Critic. He is graduated to learn from global experiences for enhancing the education system along alking down a silent street Address, Identify and Overcome the definition of art or based on the from Chandigarh College of reform in education at university as with his contribution to the future of at night is what most Challenges W W people prefer to calm their principles of constructing a design. As Architecture and Post-graduation from well as primary education level." architecture, Rajendra Kumar says, "I Having spent most of his life in the minds. Watching the multi-coloured per Frank Gehry, "Architecture should Politecnico di Milano, Italy. He has conducted numerous interactive architecture industry, Ar. Rajendra and different shaped buildings and speak of its time and place, but yearn work experiences in Europe and Asia "In today's world, when Information sessions with top leaders of industry Kumar adhered to many challenges in houses ignites the sensation of for timelessness." Studying and has an environmental and urban technology made possible for the globe and education. I also contributed to his career. Emphasising on the current calmness in our thoughts. Often, the architecture is like studying all the sensitivity approach; he is actively to connect so easily, it's a very apt time International Universities in various industry-oriented challenges in the silent features of the incredible piece of sciences, commerce, and arts involved in academia and research. to understand the need for futuristic positions, e.g. Contributing Author, education sector, he says, "I always architecture force us to think and simultaneously. Struggling with this vision in the education system. At Editorial Board 'Third Assessment advocated for autonomy to educational question ourselves, 'How can a mixed bag of surprises, the new age He also chairs the seat as an advisory present, I am with CPKA, India's top Report' on Climate Change and Cities institutes and feedback system by construction be so calming and architecture students are looking for a member of various think tanks of architecture practice for global (ARC3.3) and Urban Climate Change stakeholders. I hope that the present incredible at the same time?' mentor who can guide them to national and international importance outreach, research and development, Research Network (UCCRN), Earth National Education Policy will bring a excellence. and invited members for various academia-industry connect," he adds. Institute, Columbia University: paradigm shift in the education system 16 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 17

An Educator's Advice as a Critic Students should expose themselves to global experiences, and today Internet S t u d e n t has given everyone the key to open any T e s t i m o n i a l s door of information in the world. Students of all streams should have I am elated aod excited tz habits of travel and observations from aoozuoce that I gzt “ all fields. acceted at Saieoza Uoive ïtà di Rzma fz Advising the new age architects about their learning pedagogies Ar. Rajendra "M.A ch io U bao Kumar says, "Learning from various Regeoe atizo". I gzt the Gzt ao accetaoce case studies are the best method of accetaoce zo 24th “ lette f zm Vi gioia understanding the aspect of theories. We all should have a habit of asking Jaoua y 2021, I'm al eady Tech Uoive ïty. I am ¨z what and why? Students should dzoe with my e thaokful tz yzu fz develop a curiosity to learn from eo zllmeot aod will be üz t yzu have beeo personal experiences and the jzioiog camu¨ io czmiog application of theory for better zvidiog me. I will understanding and societal reform. Setembe . I wzuld like tz make ü e tz make yzu Each individual has a role in shaping a take a mzmeot tz thaok zud io czmiog new horizon for the nation." my Di ectz Si , A . All this constant hustle for a better futu e. Thaok¨ a lzt future requires dedication and Rajeod a Kuma . He ha¨ Aiming for Reform agaio ï ! motivation. Explaining his approach to Envisioning the future endeavour for zvided me t emeodzu¨ staying motivated amid the busy Indian Universities, Ar. Rajendra exzü e glzbally, lifestyles of architects, he says, "I Kumar says, "I am aiming to czo¨taotly mztivated, always try to engage myself for contribute as an expert member to of India, matching with global Ashish Chakravarthy interactions with all stakeholders be it regularities bodies of India for guided aod b zught be¨t I alway¨ t y tz eogage standards. During COVID and the “ Policymakers, authors, students, education reform, need-based changes Vigioia Tech io me. online study period, we brought a few myëlf fz iote actizo¨ leaders, governing bodies, in Indian Education system. reforms to our education system, and Uoive ïty, USA International universities, research Understanding about the with all ¨takehzlde ¨ new terminologies emerged, such as scholars etc., as an advisor, expert implementation of NEP, a few Hybrid mode, Online study, Virtual be it Pzlicymake ¨, committee members, jury, guide for international symposiums, exhibitions, Devesh Mishra Universities etc. A few years after research projects." and more writings understanding authz ¨, ¨tudeot¨, COVID, it will be testing time for such M.A ch Studeot at topologies, and if it continues, the next leade ¨, gzve oiog Saieoza Uoive ïtà Educating Beyond Four Walls of the decade will have a totally different Classroom bzdie¨, Iote oatizoal di Rzma, Italy education system at all levels." To maintain maximum students uoive ïtie¨, eëa ch engagement and provide quality Inspiration, Interaction and education to the students Ar. Rajendra ¨chzla ¨ etc., a¨ ao about nuances of the online plus hybrid Motivation Kumar says, "I attempt to understand mode of education in professional advi¨z , exe t Ar. Rajendra Kumar has guided 100+ newer ways to connect with students, institutions for better global exposure architecture students of India, czmmittee membe ¨, be it professionally and personally. to students is a few of my future plans. Germany, Poland, Nigeria, and Bhutan Pedagogical approach and student- Participation and contribution in ju y, guide fz for architecture course thesis, “ teacher relations need to go beyond the Upskilling, Quality Improvement dissertations/research. He is also a Peer eëa ch zject¨. four walls of a classroom and the Programs (QIPs) and Capacity Reviewer and Scientific Committee boundaries of school. Students and Building Programs (CBPs) for member for a few national and academician relation is needed to have professionals and students are focused international forums. very personal and humanistic." areas." 18 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 19

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022 new courses ranging from diploma to this hurdle by opening up several lines financial ruin due to the pandemic doctorate in the near future. of communication, including group tested my mettle as the leader of my texting, direct calling, WhatsApp group institution." However, with the able Dr. C. Ananda In addition to being an academician, texting, etc., until all the students were support of the management and the Dr. C. Ananda is also an entrepreneur, comfortable and competent enough to enthusiasm of his students and staff, he and he likes to keep a positive frame of adjust to the online training module." was able to steer through these mind at all times. Reading positive troubling and testing times Vayaravel mental attitude books and listening to Dr. C. Ananda believes that the successfully. Driving Force of Positive Intent in Medical Education motivational speeches have enabled expansion of the virtual world of him to stay positive and motivated teaching due to the suspension of in- Advanced Learning Methodology even during tough times. He says, "I person learning has encouraged him to When asked about the SVCPMS's Dr. C. Ananda Vayaravel,Professor am greatly inspired by Robert Schuler's innovate. He took this unique unique approach to learning, Dr. C and Principal at SriVenkateshwaraa I firmly believe that success is a journey quote ‘tough times never last, but opportunity to reach out to his friends Ananda explains, "The advantages of CollegeOfParamedicalSciences “ tough people do.’ I spend a and colleagues who are currently studying in a teaching hospital are that (SVCPMS), Puducherry, is also a and not a destination; similarly, education considerable amount of time experts in their respective fields of in addition to attending their regular dynamic educator who practices and study to participate in a webinar and counseling my students, both during classes and rotations in the clinical trains attain skills of positive thinking. is a continually evolving process with no E-lecture series. This proved to be the time of admission and in their final laboratories, the students have an end in sight. highly informative and was very well year, to help them make the best opportunity to participate in medical The Knowledge Review proudly “ received by the students, who benefited choices for their future." camps, be involved in other social presents a highlight of the story of this immensely from these virtual lectures. activities etc. that helps them gain versatile educator and his esteemed Stellar Medical Institute valuable hands-on experience." As the Medical Institute. Dr. C. Ananda adds, "The resumption Sri Venkateshwaraa College of leader of the institution, he strives to Paramedical Sciences was established of in-person classes in the post- amplify these opportunities, whenever A Charismatic Leader in 2010 in Ariyur, Puducherry, with a pandemic era also brought along its and wherever possible, for the benefit vision of developing skilled own set of hardships. Re-calibrating of his students. Dr. C. Ananda's professional journey Technologists to attain the goal of the student psyche to fall back on the began as a member of the Faculty at Dr. C. Ananda ‘Creating a Healthier Society’. The pre-pandemic non-open book mode of During the pandemic, the institute Pondicherry University in 2000. In the Vayaravel institute's mission is to lay a strong testing was no mean task. More organised several subject-oriented and past 22 years, his career has steadily foundation by imparting the highest importantly, the continued paid environment-oriented online events advanced to the present position of Professor and calibre of professional knowledge and educational training of several and quizzes well attended by several Professor and Principal. He has earned Principal, providing the best learning experience students whose parents had faced participants from several states across his MBA and Ph.D. degrees and is SVCPMS with a great emphasis on hands-on currently pursuing international training. While discussing the same excellence. His passion for teaching Dr. C. Ananda asserts, "We strongly and research has consistently earned believe that this would equip our him numerous awards and prizes, students with highly competent skills including Best Researcher, Best and enable them to achieve their fullest Academician, Best Educator, Best potential." Writer, Top Ten Principal, and the Visionary Principal from renowned Overcoming Challenges with Grace organisations. According to Dr. C. Ananda, the COVID-19 pandemic proved to be a As a member of the Board of Studies, significant challenge in his academic Dr. C. Ananda constantly strives to career. He asserts, "At the height of the ensure that the curriculum meets the Fear and failure are inevitable! pandemic when we had to switch to hen you are told that you gold standard. He has played a vital Success, too, is inevitable if one finds online, virtual training, it was are not good enough, what role in expanding the repertoire of W W the inner strength to rise from failure exceptionally difficult in getting do you do? In such a SVCPMS. The number of courses on and stride forward. But sometimes, this several students, especially from the scenario, it is imperative for a human offer has grown from 3 to 6 since he inner strength needs exterior rural areas, accustomed to this mode mind to give in to the fear of failure has assumed leadership. The institute is interventions to bring it to the surface. of training. We gradually overcame and abandon their passion ventures. looking forward to adding 11 more 20 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 21

Leaders of SVGI Shri. B. Dr. B. Vidhya Mr. Rajiv Ramachandiran Rangaraju Chairman, SVGI Chief Operating Officer, SVGI Managing Director, SVGI Krishnan “ We strongly believe that this would equip our students with highly competent skills and enable them to achieve their fullest potential. India. This helped the students form a He was also honoured with a and contribute to the community's group of more than 750 allied health 'Certificate of Empowerment' by Young sustainable development." “ science students across India on minds publishing house for guiding Telegram to provide updated more than 50 students to author a Heading into the Future information about educational and job chapter in an e-book during the "As its leader, it falls on me to ensure opportunities. Some of the students COVID-19 pandemic ('SCIENCE- the sustained good reputation of my were also placed in premier hospitals Inviting your perceptions'). institution, broaden its horizons, across the country. explore and expand its repertoire. I Word of Advice for the Students plan to achieve this by being Dr. C. Ananda's responsibilities also When asked to share a message of innovative and providing an inclusive extend to providing freelance advice advice for students worldwide, Dr. C. and healthy environment for all my and guidance to students and Ananda replies, "I firmly believe that students to thrive. My short-term goals professionals across India, on success is a journey and not a are to identify and address deficiency authoring book chapters and research destination; similarly, education is a areas by developing and introducing articles (Glimpse of Medical Sciences, continually evolving process with no newer courses, obtaining the necessary by Immortal publications, Recent end in sight. It is every educated accreditation, and providing a Advances in Health Sciences, by individual's responsibility to influence framework for future novelty and Scieng publications) positively and inspire our fellow beings innovation." 22 | July 2022

She has worked very closely on credit transfer systems with industries, and the model has been working very well for the last ten years. In the first year, Dr. Preeti Bajaj NCC and NSS as credit courses and social internships during undergraduate An unwavering guiding light in education programs, the course on innovations and entrepreneurship has set up new directions in the formal education system. Outcomes are in terms of Dr. Preeti has achieved many book chapters and co-inventor for three he human race has witnessed many well-established startups and milestones in NAAC A+, NIRF patents and 150 publications with more tumultuous growth since its innovations Rankings, 30 Crores plus grants than 1000 citations. T genesis. Through ages, man including DST-NIDHI-TBI, AICTE- has succumbed to numerous dark Dr. Preeti, a big advocator of Outcome- Magradarshan, UGC-Paramarsh, World Dr. Preeti has served on various times, drought, famines, plagues, and Based Education, has trained more Bank-TEQIP-I & II, ARIIA ranking, governing bodies, including the epidemics. But it was the human than 1000 faculties on the same, Indian Patent Rankings during her General Council of National Board of capacity to think critically and apply designing and innovating the academic leadership roles in various academic Accreditations New Delhi, BOG of the knowledge, even at the time of structure that shall shape students and institutions. She is a tech lady, giving IEEE HKN USA, BOG Of many calamity, has paved the way for the generations. thrust to research, innovations, and Academic Institutions, and BOG of the coming generations. Similarly, several challenges in education have been met entrepreneurship at Galgotias vocational board Maharashtra. She is Under Dr. Preeti's leadership, Galgotias Vice-Chancellor by cumulative and extensive research University. also a member of the NEP steering University has achieved many through years to deliver a growth- committee of the UP State milestones, some of them are inducing and sustainable education IEEE is the Institute of Electrical and Government. mentioned below: system in India. Electronics Engineers and the world's highest apex body in engineering, She is a recipient of IEEE MGA Ÿ E-Learning Excellence for Research and development go hand in which decides standards across the Achievement Award 2021 for Academic Digitisation by QS I- hand, as research helps bridge the gap globe. She is an active IEEE volunteer exemplary Contribution and Dynamic Gauge E-Lead Certification for between knowledge and change. for more than 22 years and has Leadership in Achieving Rapid Excellence in Online Learning – executed many leadership roles of Transformation of IEEE Educational 2020. Dr. Preeti Bajaj is one such educator IEEE in India and abroad. She is also a Activities with Several Geographic Ÿ Placed in Excellent Band by ARIIA who has been persistently thriving to Chair-Education Activities Committee Units. 2021 make phenomenal advancements in IEEE Region10 - Asia Pacific, Ÿ In the band of 76-100 for Pharmacy education through research and Member-Section Education Outreach She is also a recipient of the Lifetime and Management, listed in 151-200 innovation for more than three Committee (SEOC) - Education Achievement Award by IEEE India top universities of India, 177th in decades. Activity Board of IEEE, USA, and a Council 2020 for subsection and FICCI member of the CII Northern Regional Road Safety special Jury awards. The Knowledge Review takes honor in Committee on Education for 2021-22. showcasing this dynamic and visionary Reinventing the academic structure educator. She is an expert in Computational Dr. Preeti Bajaj had recognised and Intelligence, Intelligent Transportation contributed to the link between Early career, professional journey, Systems, Education Data Mining, and academics and innovation way back It doesn't matter and milestones Healthcare. Her professional society from 2012. Many features of the whether it's small or Dr. Preeti Bajaj holds a Ph.D. in affiliation includes Fellow- Institute of National Education Policy 2020 like Engineers, Fellow IETE, Senior linking academics with innovations Electronics Engineering with MBA, big as every Member- IEEE. A total of thirteen and multiple internships, inclusion of with 31 years of rich administrative, opportunity opens students have completed their Ph.D. data science, AI and other disruptive academic, and research experience. under Dr. Preeti's supervision and on technologies, and many features of She is currently the Vice-Chancellor the door for the the panel of Ph.D. examiners to many the NEP 2020 were implemented since of Galgotias University, Greater universities. She has co-authored three 2015 across many institutions under Noida, Uttar Pradesh. new one. her mentorship. 24 | July 2022 | 25

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022 Category "University & Deemed to Ÿ Ranked 3rd in India and 1st in Uttar USP beyond until you find a story that be University (Private/Self- Pradesh in OBE Ranking 2021 by Ÿ Outcome-based Education across resonates with you. Learning can take Financed) (Technical)" in Atal R World Institution Ranking all disciplines in the university place anywhere, be a learner Ranking of Institutions on Ÿ 1st amongst Private Universities since inception throughout your life, and you shall Innovation Achievement (ARIIA) and 3rd amongst all Universities in Ÿ Students' council and club achieve new heights.” 2021 Uttar Pradesh for uploading Ÿ 100% admissions and close to 100 Ÿ Awarded 4 Star Rating (highest) by maximum E-Contents on Online percent placements, higher She believes that the students should Institution Innovation Council (IIC) Digital Library Uttar Pradesh Portal educations and entrepreneurship grab every opportunity that comes their for 2020-21 Ÿ Galgotias University is ranked 10th together way, no matter how small or big it is. Ÿ Galgotias University is Ranked No. across India and is positioned in the She adds, “It doesn't matter whether 1 for SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality) 'A1 Band: Institution of Excellence' Holistic approach it's small or big as every opportunity and Overall Ranked in A1 Band category in MHW Ranking 2021 by At Galgotias University, students are opens the door for the new one. Always (Rank 1-10), PAN India for R World Institutional Ranking encouraged to follow their passion keep your spirits high and let your excellence towards offering global Ÿ Amongst Top 5 Business Colleges apart from academics to deliver confidence show through your work. Engineering Category in NIRF The 'students-first' philosophy is a big and Holistic Education | Global in Uttar Pradesh by India Today holistically and overall development. Be your mentor, decide what you want INDIA RANKINGS 2021 as reason why Galgotias University is Impact Rankings (Based on 17 Ranking 2020 The 30 plus clubs take care of this, and to be, and don't dream because declared by MHRD consistently ranked among India's top SDG by the United Nations) by R in addition to this, IPR cell, E cell, someone else wants you to do so.” Ÿ Secured 3rd position for uploading universities. The focus of Galgotias World Institution Ranking Mission, vision, and differentiator Research Cell, Startup community, maximum E-Contents on Uttar University is on a low student-to- Ÿ Engineering Programs in Computer Vision Placement cell, and IIC cell allow the Outlook for the future Pradesh Higher Education Portal faculty ratio that promotes plenty of Science and Engineering, To be known globally for value-based students to do all experimentation Dr. Preeti Bajaj envisions a university among the all 76 plus Universities personal attention and mentoring Electronics and Communication education, research, creativity, and exposure and bring the best out of where everyone feels valued and in Uttar Pradesh opportunities. The record-breaking Engineering, Mechanical innovation them. The CPDD (Career placement appreciated regardless of race, gender Ÿ Received UGC-12B status. placement at Galgotias this year is an Engineering are accredited by NBA Department) inputs from industries and or religion. She advocates skill-based Ÿ Ranked 3rd in India and 1st in Uttar apt testimony to its focus on upholding (National Board of Accreditation), Mission recruiters and value addition programs India, Startup India, and dream for the Pradesh in OBE Ranking 2021 by the highest academic standards right Ÿ Establish state-of-the-art facilities India are arranged in the departments. university wherein the students intend R World Institution Ranking from selecting top faculty, introducing for world-class education and to become job providers rather than the world-class pedagogical practices to research Nobel laureates' lectures from various seeker. She adds, “My priority is to Galgotias University, transforming the personality development of the Ÿ Collaborate with industry and fields create an ideal environment for make the university get Accredited by education students. society to align the curriculum setting up their careers. National and international agencies The Galgotias University, Uttar Ÿ Involve in societal outreach and to be one of the most digitally Pradesh, sponsored by Smt. Shakuntala Galgotias University has 13 schools, programs to identify concerns and A message for the students driven, internationally recognised Education is a Educational and Welfare Society, has 19 Departments with 53 UG programs, provide sustainable, ethical Dr. Preeti says, “Education is a never- research-based University with been established by the state of Uttar 36 PG programs, and 25 Ph.D. solutions. ending topic, and the more you learn international accreditations.” never-ending Pradesh under section 2(f) of the UGC programs. We have approvals from Ÿ Encourage life-long learning and about it, the more you learn. Immerse topic, and the Act, 1956 vide The Galgotias various Councils [Pharmacy: team-based problem solving yourself in diverse writers' works and University Uttar Pradesh Act, 14 of Pharmacy Council of India (PCI); through an enabling environment read various books on your themes and more you learn 2011. Law: Bar Council of India (BCI); about it, the more Nursing: Indian Nursing Council In 2022, the university grew to more (INC); Architecture: Council of you learn. Learning than 16000 students. Galgotias Architecture (COA); Education: can take place University aspires to be and is on a National Council for Teacher fast-track to becoming an Education (NCTE); Hotel anywhere, be a internationally recognized university Management: Norms of National learner throughout that excels in multidisciplinary and Council for Hotel Management interdisciplinary education, research, (NCHM)]. your life, and you and innovation, educating globally shall achieve new competitive graduates with the The University has won several potential to become leaders in their awards; some of them are listed below: heights. Ÿ ARIIA Ranking 2021: Placed in the fields of endeavour. Band of Excellent under the 26 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 27

Educator's Learning Arc ChangingRoles of in theINDIAN Education System ducation has been a part of the Indian soil's never eroding culture. The change has played its role E every now and then, incomplete without the struggle stories of great educators in India, which form the basis of the Indian education system. 28 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 29

The membrane surrounding the Method of Teaching to understand their students better and nucleus of education has developed, help them. leading to changes in understanding, Progressively reaching the global strategies, ways of teaching, and mark, the Indian Education System has Online Education: perception of education. Widening its involved technology which has scope, it has led to new approaches to provided great help to both educators Online educators have a huge fan base teaching techniques along with an and learners. and immense respect among the increase in expectations from community of educators. The educators. Shaping the young minds to According to the research, the visual credibility and teaching prosses become responsible adults, they are presentation of any study positively involved are looked forward to by expected to be versatile, respectful, and affects students as any material many, the general opinion being it is unbiased, and the list goes on. presented in visual and auditory format easier to understand and grasp. Though is recallable 50% compared to just teaching online could be extremely Creating Rapport reading it, where the memory stored is challenging as there is no direct only up to 10%. Using this research, interaction between the teacher and the The bond between teacher and student educators are using digital methods for learner, it is something that has should be based on trust and better teaching and learning process. surfaced and has been loved by understanding. Knowing the student on students during the pandemic. different levels is considered important Knowing Psychology for educators as it helps them to Indian educators have always been understand and teach better. It also As it comes from everyone, teens are famous for learning things; however, a involves a part of the overall the most problematic young people in shift can be seen where understanding development of a student. This does the world, or are they? and learning are more valuable than not necessarily include getting straight mugging up the information. A's on every test, but it surely does in Going through an understanding of the better performance as a person in life. world, changing thoughts, physical Conclusion: changes, and shift in responsibilities, Up-Grading the teenage phase of life is probably The educator is not the only one that one of the most difficult and rough comes in class, writes on the board, The time when A grades were only ones. Most of the teens going to school reads a few things, and goes away. The what mattered is long gone. Today it's spend almost more than half of the day educator is the person that comes and more about learning, understanding, with their class and teachers. The observes his students, knows what they and experimenting. Excelling in observance is a quite vigilant aspect in want and is aware of their needs along different domains has become evident, such a setting. An educator has the with their academic progress. and those 180 areas of intelligence are privilege to notice the changing Educators' role in the Indian Education more widely believed and accepted behaviours and discipline the students. system is no longer just academic but than ever before. Instilling the Specifically, in Indian Education has spread out to that of shaping one's confidence to excel in the desired field System, these changes are quite life and further shaping the nation. is crucially important as it carries an noticeable. ability to change a life. This is the responsibility shouldered by educators. Educators often try to converse with young adults about their problems and Accepting the student and believing in show them the better way to deal with their ability gives them the confidence them. Including child psychology and to accept and soar through the skies of understanding of cognition, prosses the competitive world. have become mandatory for educators 30 | July 2022

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022 between legal education and justice system in India along with helping students to be professional lawyers who share a shared love for the law. “ Prof. Chakrabarti I am trying to strengthen the Prof. Chakrabarti is the Vice-Chancellor of The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences and has An Ardent Researcher’s Venture into Juridical Sciences freedom of choice of subjects effectively changed the university's educational dynamics, making the university an ideal place for understanding law because the USP of NUJS is ne of the major indicators of a in changing committee and undertaking research on the emerjing socio-legal issues and technological development. progressive society is its legal offering baskets of subjects system. India being the O O “ A Researcher's Journey to an Admirable Leader largest democracy in the world is also to students. one of the fastest developing countries Every student on the campus admires Prof. Chakrabarti, and globally. Indian constitution is the immense knowledge and experience he brings to the considered one of the best in the world. table are simply irreplaceable. Being such an inclination to do research in criminal justice administration, Prof. Even though, India has a vast and A Leader's Contribution to Legal Education Chakrabarti considers himself an ardent researcher. diverse population, and most of its citizens are unaware of its laws that Emphasising his contribution to the legal education space, everyone must know. Moreover, the Being such a passionate reader and researcher, Prof. Prof. Chakrabarti explains, "My significant contribution as gap exists between the growing Chakrabarti did his LL. B, M.A. (Political Science) and leader of an institution of Legal Education is to lead the population of the country and the LL.M (Tort and Crime) from the prestigious University of students to think and join in all emerging fields, particularly justice system is somewhere acting as a Calcutta. Later he moved on to pursue his PhD from the interface between law and development. My endeavour is to barrier in moving from a developing University of Burdwan. create an opportunity for students to learn various country to a developed country. interdisciplinary areas law and other social science and However, his journey as an educator started soon after technological development." Addressing this unique requirement of completing his LL.M. and joined West Bengal Education legal education in our country, many Service as Lecturer of Law in 1985. Climbing the ladder in "Both at KIIT School of Law and at NUJS, Kolkata I am ventured into improving and closing the educational space, he joined the Department of Law, the able to increase the canvas of legal learning in the teaching the gap of legal education and judicial University of Calcutta in 1996 and was promoted as Reader learning process," he added. reform. However, educating a huge in 1998 and later as a professor in 2007. Moving ahead to country and providing this country an authoritarian position, Prof. Chakrabarti took the On a Visionary Mission to Strengthen the Freedom of with many prominent leaders in the position of Director at the School of Law, KIIT University, Choice judicial system is quite a challenge Bhubaneswar, in 2009. Reaching the apex position as a even for educators in this sector. leader of legal educator, Prof. Chakrabarti joined the NUJS NUJS's founding statute is to advance and disseminate as Vice-Chancellor. learning and knowledge of the law and legal processes and Prof. Dr. Nirmal Kanti Chakrabarti their role in national development. In regard to this took up this challenge to look into the Despite having so many laurels to his name, the researcher objective, NUJS aims to imbibe the responsibility to serve need of justice system and interface inside him allowed him to explore different aspects of the society in law by developing skills to advocate, legal education sector. Being a prolific and research-based writer, service, legislation, law reforms, and create research Prof. Chakrabarti has authored/edited nine books and has scholars out of students. more than 100 articles published under his name, including Scopus and Web of Science Journals. Moreover, he is an The university also aims to make law and legal processes acclaimed researcher in the field of Criminology and efficient instruments of social development and to promote Prof. N. K. Chakrabarti Criminal Justice in India. About 25 scholars successfully the interdisciplinary study of law. Adding his personal Vice-Chancellor completed their Ph.D. program under his supervision and he vision to the objective of the university, Prof. Chakrabarti The West Bengal National has completed five Research Projects. says, "After assuming the office of the Vice-Chancellor, I am University of Juridical Sciences trying to strengthen the freedom of choice of subjects 32 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 33

“ At NUJS, Kolkata I am able to increase the canvas of legal learning in the teaching learning “ process. because the USP of NUJS is offering baskets of subjects to students. The Vision of NUJS is to study law with a science and technology backdrop." As a Vice-Chancellor of a prestigious institute, he arranges numerous activities for faculty and students to keep them Overcoming the Challenge of Free-thinking engaged. "I am allowing my students to involve varied academic activities as well as research engagement with The Indian constitution gives the liberty to think and various centres of studies to achieve maximum students’ express freely. However, for a law student, it is required to engagement." Prof. Chakrabarti added. think rationally, which is the major challenge that Prof. Chakrabarti faced during his academic career. Keeping Up to Date Explaining how he overcame this challenge, he says, "The As the world is making constant technological major challenges I had to face in my academic career to advancements and enhancing every sector with grace, the think freely and to nurture my chosen area of study. In my next big step for NUJS is to introduce more integration of present institute, NUJS, I have extended freedom to the law, science and technology in our course curriculum and teachers to develop Centre of Study and research and teaching-learning process. NUJS is offering even LL,B. thereby at present we have more than ten Centres of Students to learn subjects like: Law and Artificial research studies. Each Centre is now engages students also Intelligence, Nano Technology and Law, Forensic Science, as researchers and started Research Project funded by the Digital Forensics, Criminal Psychology, Health Technology University." etc. Prioritising Student Engagement for a Bright Future An Ardent Researcher’s Message Being an ardent researcher, Prof. Chakrabarti has Prof. Chakrabarti’s message to all the students and recognised that student engagement on the campus holds particularly law students, is, "Prepare your mind to accept particular importance for their bright future. He is always the law and technology integration as part of available in the university and keeps himself engaged in multidisciplinary learning and to accept the fact that we both curricular and extracurricular activities. have to go beyond the law." 34 | July 2022

New Way of Learning! Modern Day Education Leveraging Technology forAcademic Excellence advancements and innovation. ducation is an important aspect Competitive worlds needed to be of everyone's life and career as E E flexible enough for the students for it influences a person's career these ever-changing educational and lifestyle as well. It does not remain scenarios. only confide to acquiring knowledge. Over the past few decades, many Given pandemic hit all sectors, things have changed in the Indian including the teaching faculty. It has education system. It has evolved over a changed the way of learning for wide range. Who knew it would students. Previously, the drastically affect every educational implementation of personal education sector on many levels? was carried out through books, lectures, and tests based on them. Thanks to technology and innovation, Modern education evolved by methods of teaching have taken a turn improvising the traditional methods for the better. It enables students to and transmitting knowledge from one adapt to modernization in the changing person to another through modern times. The goal of education includes methods. the means of technological 36 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 37

One might say that the traditional later on facilitated good programs students. Shorter feedback loops build system was upgraded to a modernized accompanied by an understanding of experience and improve satisfaction teaching situation. It is derived from a the basic structures of teaching. with tools used while doing it. These cultural system, but it is a lot different tools leverage other arenas of as it further exceeds a career Ÿ Tech-based tactics with education sectors as well. perspective. Let's look at the way how traditional learning it has become an essential part of the The advancement in educational Ÿ Ai d learning with research-based educational system now. systems along with online classes is experiences just another petal of the rose. Schools The learning process is most generally NEED FOR ADVANCEMENT IN now use technology automation as an emphasized on memorizing and THE EDUCATION SYSTEM important part of their system, and formulaic methods, which are not digitalization has aided many aspects enough for organic research of trial and Ÿ Implement practical learning such as admissions, staff training, error. With tech coming into the through educational apps employee attendance, class picture, it turns into a journey of management, HR, payroll, and even The scenario of education changed finding answers to questions and not timetabling. It also shows its school vividly with support of learning with simply believing the ones given in bus management, exams, and school reference to the abundance of books or taught in schools. Preparing notification systems. It lessens the educational material provided through students early on with this approach work of school administrators with remote learning. It plays a major role will only help with a faster pace in the technology and automation. by making it a continuous learning workplace. process for students. The resources Ÿ Advancement in time primarily used were: video lectures, Ÿ Automatization of test scoring management skills using time and free up teacher's time live classes by professional seasonal tracking tools In recent times, all schools educators, handing out weekly assignments, quizzes, and revision Students often face challenges with implemented the method of OMR worksheets along with follow-up managing time and completing (Optical Mark Recognition) software sessions. homework, and the bottom line to which offers increased turnaround time teaching is also effective management accompanied by improved accuracy. Students are benefited immensely from skills for the students. With the use of Test scoring in all types of schools, be the learning apps due to the high technology, students can easily tackle it recruitment exams, scanning, and practice of digital content, which their work with greater efficiency than digital assessment with automation. would engage the students and before. Using time tracking tools, This process reduces fraud, frees up improve their grasping abilities. The students can get real-time insights the teacher's time, and focuses more on pace of learning accelerated with these about their problems related to studies teaching methods. priceless opportunities, which free and consistency. It helps them keep learning apps bright to the students. short-term goals and have insights to To encapsulate, the scope of leveraging progress with efficiency. It is a lot more technology for learners is massive. Ÿ Computer adaptive learning useful during exams and tight With ever-evolving technological Concerning how technology overtook deadlines, performs better during innovations seen every passing day. traditional teaching with computer- examinations, and compares previous Educational technology can bolster a aided learning through learning apps, it performances. vibrant pace altogether while enabling can be said that it gave students the students to learn practically and pace ability to tackle with initial stages of Ÿ Lessen the student feedback loop up with excellence each time. As far as learning and assist in giving Nothing speeds up learning processes they excel, high grades will follow on instructions and working on other than shortening the feedback their own. difficulties. It exposed teachers to take loop. Making software that cracks the code for the quality of developers and out more from learners to master skills gives instant feedback motivates them while teaching. These methods were to enhance their skills to encourage implemented by local instructors and 38 | July 2022

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022 commercial side of the internet, many significant companies the agency after completing his graduation in 2009 at the are leveraging the power of the internet for branding and age of 20. selling their products and services. The transition from agency head to pioneering certified Marketing, specifically the new-age online marketing, is the education happened due to market demand and a lack of Yogesh Shashi combination of advertisements, branding strategies, and qualified professionals in the market. He wanted to build an much more that runs in codes behind the screen. In this ecosystem of learned individuals and qualified professionals changing scenario, all these strategies have been leveraging by teaching them the fundamentals of digital marketing. Inspiring Excellence in Digital Marketing the internet and its unorthodox services to help businesses to grow and flourish in their industries. Mr Yogesh's biggest inspiration has been his mother, who excelled in him by doing tailoring business and creating a nline Marketing! This is one of those terms that Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been significant big market base for herself in many areas of Bangalore. She often cross our paths in this highly commercial, growth in online marketing. Many businesses and used to pay for the education of underprivileged children in O O competitive, and digital world. Businesses out enterprises rely on digital marketers or collaborate with the locality, and she was a hero to many. Mr Yogesh's there have been using the internet to strengthen their digital marketing agencies to reach their potential target biggest achievement has been- to be able to make learning businesses and reach their potential customers. customers and convert them into loyal customers while completely free for the first batch of Digital Academy 360, maintaining their strong digital presence in the virtual which was for about 30 students. The internet was mostly used by youth for entertainment on market. mobile phones, laptops, and PCs. But looking at the He doesn't get fazed by the recognition, accolades, and This technological development is thriving the marketing awards that come on his way. He solely focuses on industry at the global level. Today's generation is techno- providing a platform for students to achieve digital savvy and researches various certification courses to academic excellence and gain opportunities to find their enhance their skills, and many students, after graduation, dream jobs. start learning digital marketing. As they know, online marketing has significant future career growth. Strategies for Educational Upliftment When we asked Mr Yogesh about his contribution to After Knowing the demand for digital marketing, Mr societal education and enhancement of the academic Yogesh Shashi established Digital Academy 360 and structure of the country, he responded, "After learning and started his first batch with only 30 students. Since then, he gaining my certifications in Digital Marketing, I was has only aimed to provide blended learning for the students. appalled at the lack of awareness about it. But I always wanted to create an educational platform for people of all The academy has always focused on providing a platform ages to learn and understand online marketing. So, the best where the students can groom their interpersonal skills. It way to go about it is to encourage discourse about business “ ““ also provides 100 percent job placements in renowned and marketing. After working persistently, I was fortunate organizations. In the assurance of this statement, Mr enough to go a step further and set up an educational Yogesh, the Founder and CEO of the academy said that institution for the same." they will refund the course fee to the students if they didn't get jobs through the academy. He also added, "That is how confident we are in our ability to upskill and deliver. I am Mr Yogesh Shashi proud to say that we have had no refund requests so far." Founder and CEO, Digital Academy 360 While having a conversation with The Knowledge Review , Mr Yogesh shared his learning experiences, achievements, Learning new skills and and future vision-mission of the academy. keeping up with market trends are Prospering the Milestones and Achievements Mr Yogesh Shashi established Digital Academy 360, a the most important aspects of digital agency that aimed to represent brands, and he started excelling in any career. 40 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 41

etiquette, and many other soft skills. It is a great platform for the students to explore all these skills in a matter of months and it has 30,000 students and still counting for more. Common Message for Students After a long conversation with Mr Yogesh, an inspiring leader, he shared a life-long global message for students. He says, "Learning new skills and keeping up with market trends are the most important aspects of excelling in any career. This applies to doctors, lawyers, and all professions that keep up with the times and update their knowledge database. So, for students, it is essential to understand that you do provide guest lectures from industry experts and much never stop learning, even at 60. Learning is a lifelong more learning. process. Once to understand this, you begin to operate with humility and the eagerness to apply new things in your life The academy keeps track of trendy updates in online and profession." marketing; thus, there should not be any hindrance to learning due to a lack of resources. Upcoming Plans for Institute Later Mr Yogesh enlightens us with his future steps for his Galvanizing Pupil institute and postulate, "I believe in growing slowly but While conversing with Mr Yogesh, we questioned him strongly. We already have ten centres in South India, and Institute's Distinct Solutions about the inspiration that drives the students to choose the we plan to expand more. Apart from Digital Marketing and Digital Academy 360 is a dream of Mr Yogesh Shashi. bright career path. Asserting on this question, he shared his Graphic Design, we have brought Full Stack Development Employment in India has always been a hot topic. Every mantra for motivating the students and said, "In India, and Content Writing programs for students. Data Science student and individual seeks a dignified job, whereas students follow a typical template of schooling, college, and programs are something we could explore and provide, companies aim for skilled candidates for their various then finding a worthwhile job. This only works for a small given their immense potential. Nothing is fixed. When you processes. portion of the lot. Most young people struggle not knowing learn Digital Marketing, you understand that you must be what they want to become in their life. So, I aim to break flexible and ready to pivot all the time. You deliver what the With Digital Academy 360, the institute aims to bridge that the shackles of this illusion. Hundreds and thousands of audience wants. So, I am happy with the growth we have gap. By giving students a necessary tool that schools and jobs are out there waiting to be explored. Market enjoyed, and I know this is just the beginning of larger, colleges fail to deliver. It also helps the students for requirements are increasing, and the only thing missing is “ ““ better, and greater things." tempering brand expectations. The academy can create skilled candidates. So, the only motivation I give my happy relationships for both parties and can create a win- students is that there are plenty of jobs waiting for them, all win situation for the students and the industries they need is to get qualified. And that only takes 8 to 9 months." If we talk about the uniqueness of the academy, the institute has been placing 100 percent of its students in renowned Retaining and Enhancing Student's Engagement companies. Mr Yogesh assured his ability to upskill, deliver The Digital Academy 360 create and give value to its comprehensive skills, and provide jobs in renowned students by enabling an excellent engagement of the companies. graduates. The academy inculcates the formula of blended I believe in growing learning, i.e., both online and offline. Its curriculum strikes Perseverance for Success a healthy balance between technical skills and practical At a growing age, Mr Yogesh didn't have the same The academy has now created an enormous platform where slowly but strongly. learning. resources as today's kids have. He studied in an era where students get the best education- premium tools, full computers and the internet were fanciful objects and only exposure to marketing procedures, live case studies, Learning can be fun, too, and the students need exposure in meant for large businesses, not for schools. After digging practical learnings through live projects, and providing one- several areas such as corporate culture, personal grooming, deep, he found the answers to entrepreneurship in the realm on-one mentorship for customized learning. The institutes of online marketing. 42 | July 2022 www.theknowledgereview.com | 43

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022

The Most Admired Education Influencers in India, 2022

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