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Dr. Shrutidhara Mahanta

Assistant Professor, Directorate of Open and Distance Learning
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  • Directorate of Open and Distance Learning
  • Designation - Assistant Professor

Profile

Education: 

  1. B. Sc., (Mathematics) Gauhati University, Assam.
  2. B.Ed., Gauhati University, Assam
  3. M.Ed., Devi Ahilya ViswaVidyalaya, Indore, M.P.
  4. M.A., Sociology, Dibrugarh University, Assam.
  5. M.A., Distance Education, Indira Gandhi National Open University.
  6. PhD, Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam.

Area of Interests: Educational Technology, Open and Distance Learning and Online Education, Gender Studies, and Research Methodology.

Professional Experiences:

  1. Faculty of Education in the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University (DODL. DU) since 2012.
  2. Guest Lecturer at Department of Education, North Lakhimpur College, North Lakhimpur.
  3. Guest faculty at the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University.
  4. Research and Media Support Service Assistant in DODL, DU.
  5. Coordinator, Convergence Scheme Facilitating Centre of IGNOU, Dibrugarh University during 2008-2010.
  6. Casual Announcer at All India Radio, Dibrugarh.
  7. Faculty of Education in the National Institute for Teacher Education, Guwahati, Kamrup.
  8. Wrote 13 Self Learning Materials (SLM) unitsfor the Under Graduate and Post Graduate Courses in Education under the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.
  9. Wrote 6 (4+2)Self Learning Materials (SLM) units for the BA programme in Distance Education and MA Programme in Distance Education offered by KKHOU.
  10. Recorded six (06) video lectures as resource persons for the Diploma in Elementary Education offered by NIOS which have been telecast through SWAYAM-PRABHA Assamese DTH Channel.
  11. Produced around 50 Radio Programmes for Distance Learners of DODL, Dibrugarh University on various topics for both B.A. and M.A. programmes which have been broadcast by All India Radio, Dibrugarh (PrasarBharati) every Thursday.
  12. Associated with the Post-Production and Production process of Multi-Media DVDs for the UG and PG learners of DODL, DU.

 No. of Projects completed/continued:

  1. A Minor Research Project entitled “Relevance and Employability in ODL System: A Tracer Study on the Learners of the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” funded by the Distance Education Bureau, New Delhi was submitted on December, 2014.
  2. A Research Project entitled “Quality Assurance Mechanism in ODL System: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” was submitted to the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.

Conferences/ Seminarspapers presented:

  1. Attended and presented a paper at the International Seminar cum AIAER Annual Conference on “Reconstruction of Education for Sustainable Tomorrow” organized by RGU, Arunachal Pradesh, India from 9th to 11th November 2022.
  2. Attended and presented a paper at the Two-day International Online Conference on “Teaching-Learning in the Time of Pandemic: Role of Online Learning” organized by KKHOU, ASSAM in Collaboration with CEMCA, New Delhi, INDIA, during 21–22 April 2020.
  3. Attended and presented a paper in the NAAC-sponsored National Seminar on “Digital Initiatives for Quality Enhancement of Higher Education Institutions” held in Dibru College, Dibrugarh on 30-31 January 2019.
  4. Attended and presented a paper in the International Conference on “Developmental Interventions and Open Learning for Empowering and Transforming Society” organized by KKHOU, Guwahati, Assam during December 16-17, 2017 at NEDFI Convention Centre, Guwahati, Assam, India.
  5. Attended and presented a paper in the International Seminar on “Skill Development through ODeL- Innovations, Entrepreneurship, Employment for Inclusive and Sustainable Livelihoods” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU; during 09-11 March, 2017 at New Delhi, India.
  6. Attended and presented a paper at the 30th Annual Conference of the “Asian Association of Open Universities” on “Open Education in Asia: Changing Perspectives” organized by AAOU, during 26-29October, 2016 at Manila, Philippines.
  7. Attended National Seminar cum 22nd Annual Conference of North East India Education Society (NEIES)” on “Quality and Excellence in Teacher Education in India: Issues and Challenges” organized by theDepartment of Education, Dibrugarh University during 29th to 30th April,2015.
  8. Attended and presented a paper “National Seminar on Recent Developments in Statistics and its Applications in Allied Disciplines” organized by theDepartment of Statistics, Dibrugarh University from 21st March to 22nd March, 2014.
  9. Presented a paper entitled “Role and Effectiveness of Electronic Media in Higher Education-With Special Reference to Open and Distance Learning System” at CKB College, Teok on 9th September, 2013.
  10. Attended and presented a paper in International Seminar cum 27th Annual Conference of Council for Teacher Education (CTE)” on “Inclusion and Excellence in Education-Issues and Challenges” organized by theDepartment of Education, Dibrugarh University from 7th to 9th February,2013.
  11. Attended in National Seminar cum Annual Conference of A.I.R.E.R. (Assam Chapter) on “Policy Perspectives in Education”, in the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University during December 2010.
  12. Presented a paper entitled “Quality Assurance in Distance Education: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” at IDEA Conference- 2009, held at University of Kashmir, Srinagar during 06-08 November 2009.
  13. Presented a paper entitled “Dialogue: A possible instrument for effective Counselling”, at IDEA Conference-2008, held at Gauhati University, Guwahati during 14-16 November, 2008.
  14. AttendedNational Seminar on “Education on 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects” organized jointly by PGTC, Jorhat, & AIAER, Assam Chapter on the occasion of Golden Jubilee, PGTC, Jorhat, held on January 20-21, 2007.

Workshop/Orientation Attended:

  1. Attended a Three-Day Online Training Programme on “NEP 2020: Changing Role of Teachers in Distance and Online Learning” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU from 24th to 26th March 2022.
  2. Participated in a three-day workshop on “Regional Orientation Workshop on National Children Science Congress (NCSC)” organized by Assam Science Technology and Environment Council, Guwahati with the support of NCSTC, DST, Govt. of India during 9-11 May 2018 at Guwahati
  3. Participated in a Seven-day workshop on “Design and Development of Self Learning Materials (SLMs) for Distance and Online Learning” organized by DODL, Dibrugarh University from 26th July to 1st August 2017 at Dibrugarh University
  4. Participated in the one-day Event “A Talk on Big Data Analytics”, organized by the Centre for Computer Studies, Dibrugarh University in collaboration with IBM India Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata and Converge Systems & Services Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati, on 11th of April, 2017.
  5. Participated in a seven-day workshop the National workshop on “Development of Self Learning Material (SLM) in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) (Learning Materials for Higher Education)” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU, during 14-20 March 2016
  6. Participated and developed one unit in a seven-day workshop on “Development of Self Learning Materials” organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University from 15th June to 21st June 2015 at Dibrugarh University.
  7. Participated in a three-day workshop on “Curriculum Design, Preparation of ICT Enabled Course Plan and Teaching Plan for Student Centric Learning” organized by Dibrugarh University from 11th to 13th September2014 at Dibrugarh University.
  8. Participated in a workshop on Community Radio Awareness Consultation organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India in partnership with the Community Radio Association at Dibrugarh University from 21st to 23rd January,
  9. Participated and developed one unit in a seven-day workshop on the Development of Self Learning Materials organized by DDE, DU during 12-18 Jun 2012 at Dibrugarh University.
  10. Participated and developed one unit in a workshop on the Development of SLM organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in March 2011.
  11. Participated and developed one unit in a workshop on the Development of SLM organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in March 2010.
  12. Participated in a workshop on “ODL Concepts: Theory and Practice” for Counselors and Research Scholars organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in July 2009.
  13. Participated in a Short-Term Training Course on Methodology of Education Research organized by the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University in March 2009.

Invited Talks/Acted as Resource Person:

  1. Two-day state-level workshop on "Open and Distance Learning with special reference to SWAYAM and MOOCS"organized bySarupathar College on 1st and 2ndOctober 2021.
  2. Seven-Day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) in Online Mode for University and College Teachers on Preparation of Self-Learning Materials for University and College Learners from 12th to 18th May.2020.
  3. One-day workshop on CBCS and SWAYAM organized by HemoProvaBorbora Girls’ College, Golaghat on 25th April 2019.
  4. One-day orientation workshop programme organized by IQAC of Duliajan Girls’ College, Duliajan on 21st February 2019.
  5. Short-Term outreach programme organized by IQAC of Silapathar College, Dhemaji on 29th December 2018.
  6. One-day workshop organized by IQAC of Doom Dooma College, on 6th April2018.
  7. A Short-Term programme organized by L.T.K. College, Lakhimpur in collaboration with Teaching Learning Centre, Tezpur University on 29th December 2018.
  8. Three-day interactive programme for Principals of various colleges under Dibrugarh University on CBCS and SWAYAM organized by College Development Council, Dibrugarh University.

Membership of Professional bodies, Editorship of Journals etc.: Life member of

  1. All INDIA ASSOCIATION of EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (AIAER).
  2. NORTH EAST INDIA EDUCATION SOCIETY (NEIES).
  3. COUNCIL FOR TEACHER EDUCATION (CTE), INDIA.

Extension Activities/ Community Service:

  1. Prepared a Manual on “Understanding and Documenting Traditional Ethno-Centric Measurement System” for VigyanPrasar, Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India.
  2. Prepared a Guide Book for Coordinators of the Study Centres of the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.
  3. Engaged in various Environment Education related activities hired by Assam Science, Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC).
  4. Involved in translating the Teachers’ Reference Book on Environment Studies at the Secondary Level of Education: “SeojPrayaas” published by ASTEC in 2011.
  5. Involved in translating the “National Action Plan for Climate Change” into Assamese during 2011-2012.
  6. Presented a talk on “Environment Ethics and Movements” on 01/11/2012 in Doomdooma College organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers about Environmental Studies.
  7. Presented a talk on “Society and Lifestyles” on 13/08/2010 at Tinsukia organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers of Tinsukia District about Environmental Studies.
  8. Presented a talk on “Environment Ethics” on 26/07/2010 in Dibrugarh University organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary level teachers of Dibrugarh District about Environmental Studies.
  9. Presented a talk on “Society and Lifestyles” on 24/07/2010 at Dibrugarh University organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers of Sivsagar District about Environmental Studies.
  10. Presented a talk on “Teaching Methodology” as a resource person at a Teachers’ orientation programme in Mathematics of Secondary and Higher-secondary standards, organized by PRS, Tinsukia, Assam on 22nd April 2005.
  11. Presented a talk on how to make Mathematics teaching attractive as a resource person at a workshop in Mathematics of IXth standard, organized by DHSK College, Dibrugarh, Assam on 20th March 2004, among the teachers of various schools in and around Dibrugarh.
  12. Presented a talk on “How Mathematics Teaching can be made Interesting” in the Summer Camp organized by Assam Academy of Mathematics, Dibrugarh Branch in Alimur Village, Lahowal on 6th Jun 2003 among the teachers of various schools.

Publications

Research Publications:

Publications: (Peer Reviewed Journals/Proceedings/Book Chapter)

  1. “An Exploration of Female Academics’ Resiliency during COVID-19 with special reference to North Eastern Part of India”. Published in a book named “Female Academics’ Resilience during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Intercultural Perspectives”. Publisher: Springer International Publishing, 2023.
  2. "Challenges, Prospects, and Strategies of Emergency Online Education in Assam State of India during COVID-19 Pandemic" Published in Education and Self Development Journal, published by the Kazan Federal University of Russia, 2022.
  3. Effect of Online Education System and Work from Home on Female Academics during Covid-19. Published in a book “Nari Kotha”.Publisher: Jonak Printers.
  4. “Electronic Media and Technologies in ODeL System: A Case of Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University” Published in a book named EEksha. Publisher: Jonak Printers, Golaghat, Assam, 2021. ISBN: 978-81-951019-7-9.
  5. “Open Higher Education in Assam: Prospects and Challenges” Published in a book named “Open Higher Education in the 21st Century”. Publisher: NOVA Science Publishers, 2021
  6. "Paradigm Shift in Higher Education through ICT: Conventional to MOOCs -A Case Study of Dibrugarh University" published in Indian Journal of Educational Technology (IJET)-an e-journal published by Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), Vol.2(2) JULY 2020, pp 41-52, ISSN 2581-8325.
  7. “From the Conventional On-Campus System to MOOCs: The Journey through Convergence” published in Panchajanya: A Multidisciplinary Peer-Reviewed Research Journal. (2018). Vol. IX, The ACTA Journal, pp 05-22, ISSN 2330-911X.
  8. “How Rational Are you in Taking a Decision? The Psychology of Game Theory”. Psychiatry Update. A Book by 21st Mid Term Society, East Zone & National CME, Indian Psychiatric Society. 1st Ed. (2018). pp 25-39, ISBN 978-93-5311-908-9.
  9. “Open Learning and Economic Empowerment: A Tracer Study of Professional Programmes of the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University, Assam”-Proceedings of the International Conference on “Developmental Interventions and Open Learning for Empowering and Transforming Society” organized by KKHOU, Guwahati, Assam, 137-151,2017.
  10. “Role of Learner Support Services in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Institutions of Assam with special reference to Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University” publishedin Edu Tech, e-Journal of Education & Technology.(UGC-CARE), 1902, Ref. No. 1302-00001, ISSN 0975-5004.
  11. “Role and Effectiveness of Electronic Media in Higher Education-With Special Reference to Open and Distance Learning System”, Media and Society, published by C.K.B college Tiok. pp. 168-185, ISBN 978-93-82030-65-2.
  12. “Quality Assurance in Distance Education: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam”, Proceedings of 15th Conference of Indian Distance Education Association (IDEA), University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 237-248, 2009.

Publications: (Self Learning materials with ISBN)

  • For DODL, DU
  1. Course: Edu- 101, Block II, Unit I: B.A. Programme in Education.
  2. Course: Edu- 201, Block I, Unit IB.A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-81-924664-8-4
  3. Course: Edu- 301, Block I, Unit IIB. A. Programme in Education. ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-2
  4. Course: Edu- 301, Block V, Unit I A. Programme in Education. ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-1
  5. Course: Edu- 302, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-1
  6. Course: Edu- 102, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-15-6
  7. Course: Edu- 103, Block IV, Unit II M.A. Programme in Education. ISBN:978-93-82785-10-1
  8. Course: Edu- 201, Block: I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  9. Course: Edu- 201, Block: IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  10. Course: Edu- 201, Block: I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  11. Course: Edu- 204, Block I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-08-8
  12. Course: Edu- 204, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-08-8
  13. Course: Edu- 206, Block IV, Unit 1 A. Programme in Education,  ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  • For Krishnakanta Handiqui Open University,
  1. BA Programme inDistance Education, Course: Education GED S4 01(M/P)
  • Block 1: Unit 6 -Curriculum Evaluation in Distance Education
  • Block 2: Unit 11- Assessment in ODL.
  • Unit 12- Rashtriya Madhyamik Sikshya Abhijan (RMSA)
  • Unit 13- RUSA and Higher Education
  1. MA Programme in Distance Education, Course: Education PGED S3-02
  • Unit 13: Dual Mode and Single Mode University
  • Unit 14: Assessment in ODL
Profile

Profile

Education: 

  1. B. Sc., (Mathematics) Gauhati University, Assam.
  2. B.Ed., Gauhati University, Assam
  3. M.Ed., Devi Ahilya ViswaVidyalaya, Indore, M.P.
  4. M.A., Sociology, Dibrugarh University, Assam.
  5. M.A., Distance Education, Indira Gandhi National Open University.
  6. PhD, Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam.

Area of Interests: Educational Technology, Open and Distance Learning and Online Education, Gender Studies, and Research Methodology.

Professional Experiences:

  1. Faculty of Education in the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University (DODL. DU) since 2012.
  2. Guest Lecturer at Department of Education, North Lakhimpur College, North Lakhimpur.
  3. Guest faculty at the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University.
  4. Research and Media Support Service Assistant in DODL, DU.
  5. Coordinator, Convergence Scheme Facilitating Centre of IGNOU, Dibrugarh University during 2008-2010.
  6. Casual Announcer at All India Radio, Dibrugarh.
  7. Faculty of Education in the National Institute for Teacher Education, Guwahati, Kamrup.
  8. Wrote 13 Self Learning Materials (SLM) unitsfor the Under Graduate and Post Graduate Courses in Education under the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.
  9. Wrote 6 (4+2)Self Learning Materials (SLM) units for the BA programme in Distance Education and MA Programme in Distance Education offered by KKHOU.
  10. Recorded six (06) video lectures as resource persons for the Diploma in Elementary Education offered by NIOS which have been telecast through SWAYAM-PRABHA Assamese DTH Channel.
  11. Produced around 50 Radio Programmes for Distance Learners of DODL, Dibrugarh University on various topics for both B.A. and M.A. programmes which have been broadcast by All India Radio, Dibrugarh (PrasarBharati) every Thursday.
  12. Associated with the Post-Production and Production process of Multi-Media DVDs for the UG and PG learners of DODL, DU.

 No. of Projects completed/continued:

  1. A Minor Research Project entitled “Relevance and Employability in ODL System: A Tracer Study on the Learners of the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” funded by the Distance Education Bureau, New Delhi was submitted on December, 2014.
  2. A Research Project entitled “Quality Assurance Mechanism in ODL System: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” was submitted to the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.

Conferences/ Seminarspapers presented:

  1. Attended and presented a paper at the International Seminar cum AIAER Annual Conference on “Reconstruction of Education for Sustainable Tomorrow” organized by RGU, Arunachal Pradesh, India from 9th to 11th November 2022.
  2. Attended and presented a paper at the Two-day International Online Conference on “Teaching-Learning in the Time of Pandemic: Role of Online Learning” organized by KKHOU, ASSAM in Collaboration with CEMCA, New Delhi, INDIA, during 21–22 April 2020.
  3. Attended and presented a paper in the NAAC-sponsored National Seminar on “Digital Initiatives for Quality Enhancement of Higher Education Institutions” held in Dibru College, Dibrugarh on 30-31 January 2019.
  4. Attended and presented a paper in the International Conference on “Developmental Interventions and Open Learning for Empowering and Transforming Society” organized by KKHOU, Guwahati, Assam during December 16-17, 2017 at NEDFI Convention Centre, Guwahati, Assam, India.
  5. Attended and presented a paper in the International Seminar on “Skill Development through ODeL- Innovations, Entrepreneurship, Employment for Inclusive and Sustainable Livelihoods” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU; during 09-11 March, 2017 at New Delhi, India.
  6. Attended and presented a paper at the 30th Annual Conference of the “Asian Association of Open Universities” on “Open Education in Asia: Changing Perspectives” organized by AAOU, during 26-29October, 2016 at Manila, Philippines.
  7. Attended National Seminar cum 22nd Annual Conference of North East India Education Society (NEIES)” on “Quality and Excellence in Teacher Education in India: Issues and Challenges” organized by theDepartment of Education, Dibrugarh University during 29th to 30th April,2015.
  8. Attended and presented a paper “National Seminar on Recent Developments in Statistics and its Applications in Allied Disciplines” organized by theDepartment of Statistics, Dibrugarh University from 21st March to 22nd March, 2014.
  9. Presented a paper entitled “Role and Effectiveness of Electronic Media in Higher Education-With Special Reference to Open and Distance Learning System” at CKB College, Teok on 9th September, 2013.
  10. Attended and presented a paper in International Seminar cum 27th Annual Conference of Council for Teacher Education (CTE)” on “Inclusion and Excellence in Education-Issues and Challenges” organized by theDepartment of Education, Dibrugarh University from 7th to 9th February,2013.
  11. Attended in National Seminar cum Annual Conference of A.I.R.E.R. (Assam Chapter) on “Policy Perspectives in Education”, in the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University during December 2010.
  12. Presented a paper entitled “Quality Assurance in Distance Education: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam” at IDEA Conference- 2009, held at University of Kashmir, Srinagar during 06-08 November 2009.
  13. Presented a paper entitled “Dialogue: A possible instrument for effective Counselling”, at IDEA Conference-2008, held at Gauhati University, Guwahati during 14-16 November, 2008.
  14. AttendedNational Seminar on “Education on 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects” organized jointly by PGTC, Jorhat, & AIAER, Assam Chapter on the occasion of Golden Jubilee, PGTC, Jorhat, held on January 20-21, 2007.

Workshop/Orientation Attended:

  1. Attended a Three-Day Online Training Programme on “NEP 2020: Changing Role of Teachers in Distance and Online Learning” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU from 24th to 26th March 2022.
  2. Participated in a three-day workshop on “Regional Orientation Workshop on National Children Science Congress (NCSC)” organized by Assam Science Technology and Environment Council, Guwahati with the support of NCSTC, DST, Govt. of India during 9-11 May 2018 at Guwahati
  3. Participated in a Seven-day workshop on “Design and Development of Self Learning Materials (SLMs) for Distance and Online Learning” organized by DODL, Dibrugarh University from 26th July to 1st August 2017 at Dibrugarh University
  4. Participated in the one-day Event “A Talk on Big Data Analytics”, organized by the Centre for Computer Studies, Dibrugarh University in collaboration with IBM India Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata and Converge Systems & Services Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati, on 11th of April, 2017.
  5. Participated in a seven-day workshop the National workshop on “Development of Self Learning Material (SLM) in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) (Learning Materials for Higher Education)” organized by STRIDE, IGNOU, during 14-20 March 2016
  6. Participated and developed one unit in a seven-day workshop on “Development of Self Learning Materials” organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University from 15th June to 21st June 2015 at Dibrugarh University.
  7. Participated in a three-day workshop on “Curriculum Design, Preparation of ICT Enabled Course Plan and Teaching Plan for Student Centric Learning” organized by Dibrugarh University from 11th to 13th September2014 at Dibrugarh University.
  8. Participated in a workshop on Community Radio Awareness Consultation organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India in partnership with the Community Radio Association at Dibrugarh University from 21st to 23rd January,
  9. Participated and developed one unit in a seven-day workshop on the Development of Self Learning Materials organized by DDE, DU during 12-18 Jun 2012 at Dibrugarh University.
  10. Participated and developed one unit in a workshop on the Development of SLM organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in March 2011.
  11. Participated and developed one unit in a workshop on the Development of SLM organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in March 2010.
  12. Participated in a workshop on “ODL Concepts: Theory and Practice” for Counselors and Research Scholars organized by DDE, Dibrugarh University in July 2009.
  13. Participated in a Short-Term Training Course on Methodology of Education Research organized by the Department of Education, Dibrugarh University in March 2009.

Invited Talks/Acted as Resource Person:

  1. Two-day state-level workshop on "Open and Distance Learning with special reference to SWAYAM and MOOCS"organized bySarupathar College on 1st and 2ndOctober 2021.
  2. Seven-Day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) in Online Mode for University and College Teachers on Preparation of Self-Learning Materials for University and College Learners from 12th to 18th May.2020.
  3. One-day workshop on CBCS and SWAYAM organized by HemoProvaBorbora Girls’ College, Golaghat on 25th April 2019.
  4. One-day orientation workshop programme organized by IQAC of Duliajan Girls’ College, Duliajan on 21st February 2019.
  5. Short-Term outreach programme organized by IQAC of Silapathar College, Dhemaji on 29th December 2018.
  6. One-day workshop organized by IQAC of Doom Dooma College, on 6th April2018.
  7. A Short-Term programme organized by L.T.K. College, Lakhimpur in collaboration with Teaching Learning Centre, Tezpur University on 29th December 2018.
  8. Three-day interactive programme for Principals of various colleges under Dibrugarh University on CBCS and SWAYAM organized by College Development Council, Dibrugarh University.

Membership of Professional bodies, Editorship of Journals etc.: Life member of

  1. All INDIA ASSOCIATION of EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (AIAER).
  2. NORTH EAST INDIA EDUCATION SOCIETY (NEIES).
  3. COUNCIL FOR TEACHER EDUCATION (CTE), INDIA.

Extension Activities/ Community Service:

  1. Prepared a Manual on “Understanding and Documenting Traditional Ethno-Centric Measurement System” for VigyanPrasar, Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India.
  2. Prepared a Guide Book for Coordinators of the Study Centres of the Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University.
  3. Engaged in various Environment Education related activities hired by Assam Science, Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC).
  4. Involved in translating the Teachers’ Reference Book on Environment Studies at the Secondary Level of Education: “SeojPrayaas” published by ASTEC in 2011.
  5. Involved in translating the “National Action Plan for Climate Change” into Assamese during 2011-2012.
  6. Presented a talk on “Environment Ethics and Movements” on 01/11/2012 in Doomdooma College organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers about Environmental Studies.
  7. Presented a talk on “Society and Lifestyles” on 13/08/2010 at Tinsukia organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers of Tinsukia District about Environmental Studies.
  8. Presented a talk on “Environment Ethics” on 26/07/2010 in Dibrugarh University organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary level teachers of Dibrugarh District about Environmental Studies.
  9. Presented a talk on “Society and Lifestyles” on 24/07/2010 at Dibrugarh University organized by ASTEC as part of its project on educating secondary-level teachers of Sivsagar District about Environmental Studies.
  10. Presented a talk on “Teaching Methodology” as a resource person at a Teachers’ orientation programme in Mathematics of Secondary and Higher-secondary standards, organized by PRS, Tinsukia, Assam on 22nd April 2005.
  11. Presented a talk on how to make Mathematics teaching attractive as a resource person at a workshop in Mathematics of IXth standard, organized by DHSK College, Dibrugarh, Assam on 20th March 2004, among the teachers of various schools in and around Dibrugarh.
  12. Presented a talk on “How Mathematics Teaching can be made Interesting” in the Summer Camp organized by Assam Academy of Mathematics, Dibrugarh Branch in Alimur Village, Lahowal on 6th Jun 2003 among the teachers of various schools.
Publications

Publications

 

Research Publications:

Publications: (Peer Reviewed Journals/Proceedings/Book Chapter)

  1. “An Exploration of Female Academics’ Resiliency during COVID-19 with special reference to North Eastern Part of India”. Published in a book named “Female Academics’ Resilience during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Intercultural Perspectives”. Publisher: Springer International Publishing, 2023.
  2. "Challenges, Prospects, and Strategies of Emergency Online Education in Assam State of India during COVID-19 Pandemic" Published in Education and Self Development Journal, published by the Kazan Federal University of Russia, 2022.
  3. Effect of Online Education System and Work from Home on Female Academics during Covid-19. Published in a book “Nari Kotha”.Publisher: Jonak Printers.
  4. “Electronic Media and Technologies in ODeL System: A Case of Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University” Published in a book named EEksha. Publisher: Jonak Printers, Golaghat, Assam, 2021. ISBN: 978-81-951019-7-9.
  5. “Open Higher Education in Assam: Prospects and Challenges” Published in a book named “Open Higher Education in the 21st Century”. Publisher: NOVA Science Publishers, 2021
  6. "Paradigm Shift in Higher Education through ICT: Conventional to MOOCs -A Case Study of Dibrugarh University" published in Indian Journal of Educational Technology (IJET)-an e-journal published by Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), Vol.2(2) JULY 2020, pp 41-52, ISSN 2581-8325.
  7. “From the Conventional On-Campus System to MOOCs: The Journey through Convergence” published in Panchajanya: A Multidisciplinary Peer-Reviewed Research Journal. (2018). Vol. IX, The ACTA Journal, pp 05-22, ISSN 2330-911X.
  8. “How Rational Are you in Taking a Decision? The Psychology of Game Theory”. Psychiatry Update. A Book by 21st Mid Term Society, East Zone & National CME, Indian Psychiatric Society. 1st Ed. (2018). pp 25-39, ISBN 978-93-5311-908-9.
  9. “Open Learning and Economic Empowerment: A Tracer Study of Professional Programmes of the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Dibrugarh University, Assam”-Proceedings of the International Conference on “Developmental Interventions and Open Learning for Empowering and Transforming Society” organized by KKHOU, Guwahati, Assam, 137-151,2017.
  10. “Role of Learner Support Services in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Institutions of Assam with special reference to Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University” publishedin Edu Tech, e-Journal of Education & Technology.(UGC-CARE), 1902, Ref. No. 1302-00001, ISSN 0975-5004.
  11. “Role and Effectiveness of Electronic Media in Higher Education-With Special Reference to Open and Distance Learning System”, Media and Society, published by C.K.B college Tiok. pp. 168-185, ISBN 978-93-82030-65-2.
  12. “Quality Assurance in Distance Education: A Case Study of Directorate of Distance Education, Dibrugarh University, Assam”, Proceedings of 15th Conference of Indian Distance Education Association (IDEA), University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 237-248, 2009.

Publications: (Self Learning materials with ISBN)

  • For DODL, DU
  1. Course: Edu- 101, Block II, Unit I: B.A. Programme in Education.
  2. Course: Edu- 201, Block I, Unit IB.A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-81-924664-8-4
  3. Course: Edu- 301, Block I, Unit IIB. A. Programme in Education. ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-2
  4. Course: Edu- 301, Block V, Unit I A. Programme in Education. ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-1
  5. Course: Edu- 302, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education ISBN: 978-93-82785-23-1
  6. Course: Edu- 102, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-15-6
  7. Course: Edu- 103, Block IV, Unit II M.A. Programme in Education. ISBN:978-93-82785-10-1
  8. Course: Edu- 201, Block: I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  9. Course: Edu- 201, Block: IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  10. Course: Edu- 201, Block: I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  11. Course: Edu- 204, Block I, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-08-8
  12. Course: Edu- 204, Block IV, Unit I A. Programme in Education, ISBN: 978-93-82785-08-8
  13. Course: Edu- 206, Block IV, Unit 1 A. Programme in Education,  ISBN: 978-93-82785-07-1
  • For Krishnakanta Handiqui Open University,
  1. BA Programme inDistance Education, Course: Education GED S4 01(M/P)
  • Block 1: Unit 6 -Curriculum Evaluation in Distance Education
  • Block 2: Unit 11- Assessment in ODL.
  • Unit 12- Rashtriya Madhyamik Sikshya Abhijan (RMSA)
  • Unit 13- RUSA and Higher Education
  1. MA Programme in Distance Education, Course: Education PGED S3-02
  • Unit 13: Dual Mode and Single Mode University
  • Unit 14: Assessment in ODL
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