Organizer: Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE & POST GRADUATE CENTRE, CHIKKABALLAPUR – 562101, (Affiliated to Bengaluru North University, Karnataka)
About the FDP
- When: 10-17 August 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM IST
- Free registration
- Who Can Participate: Faculty Members, Research Scholars, and Academicians
- Certificates are issued after successful completion of FDP program
ABOUT THE FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
- The rapid advancement of digital technologies has transformed the landscape of higher education, making innovative and technology-enabled teaching practices essential for effective learning.
- This Seven-Day National-Level Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) aims to empower educators with contemporary pedagogical approaches, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered teaching tools, digital assessment strategies, and innovative classroom practices.
- The programme is designed to enhance the professional competencies of faculty members through hands-on exposure to emerging educational technologies, research-oriented digital resources, and best practices in teaching and learning. It offers a platform for academicians, researchers, and educators to explore AI-driven educational innovations, strengthen digital literacy, and promote collaborative learning.
- Through expert sessions, interactive discussions, and practical demonstrations, the FDP seeks to foster academic excellence, encourage innovative teaching methodologies, and prepare educators to meet the evolving demands of 21st-century higher education.
OBJECTIVES OF THE FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
- To understand the role of digital technologies in transforming higher education.
- To integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into teaching, learning, and academic practices.
- To develop engaging and interactive digital learning resources.
- To design Outcome-Based Education (OBE)-aligned lesson plans using technology-enabled pedagogical approaches.
- To explore innovative digital assessment and evaluation techniques.
- To enhance research productivity through the effective use of AI-powered research tools.
- To promote the ethical, responsible, and effective use of digital technologies in education.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
At the end of the Faculty Development Programme, participants will be able to:
- Design engaging, technology-enabled digital learning environments.
- Integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools effectively into classroom teaching and learning.
- Develop high-quality digital learning resources using modern educational technologies.
- Design and conduct effective online assessments using digital and AI-powered tools.
- Apply innovative pedagogical strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Enhance research, academic writing, and scholarly productivity through the effective use of AI tools.
- Promote ethical and responsible use of digital technologies in education and research.
Resource Persons and Topics
Dr. M. Prakash, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D, Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (Deemed University), Salem
Topic: Planning Teaching with AI Tools
Dr. Pragya Sengupta, M.Phil, Ph.D., Assistant Professor (English), VITAP - University
Topic: Content Creation with Digital Resources
Dr. Sairam A, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, GFGC & PG Center, Chintamani
Topic: Making Videos using Digital Platforms
Dr. V. Virgin Nithya Veena, Assistant Professor of English & Dean of Online Education, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu
Topic: Interactive Teaching using ICT and LMS Tools
Dr. V. Ganesh Babu, Professor of Computer Science, Government First Grade College, Basavanagudi, Bangalore
Topic: Assessing Learners using Digital and AI Tools
Dr. Talanki Jeevan Kumar, TESOL Certified Master Trainer, Associate Professor and Head, Department of English, Government Arts College, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh
Topic: Research and Academic Writing with AI Tools
Dr. K. Adisesha, Professor, Department of Computer Science, SEA College of Science, Commerce and Arts, Bangalore
Topic: Participant Presentations and AI-Integrated Teaching
CHIEF PATRON
Prof. Vasundhara R – Principal, Government First Grade College & Post Graduate Centre, Chikkaballapura – 562101
CONVENORS
Dr. Putluru Suneetha – IQAC Coordinator (Ph: 9611499349)
Prof. Suresh Babu – IQAC Co-Coordinator
CO-CONVENORS
Dr. Venkata Ramu B R – HOD, Department of English
Prof. Narasimhamurthy N – Assistant Professor, Department of Economics (Ph: 6362402089)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Dr. Mujamil Pasha – Associate Professor, Department of Commerce (Ph: 9886665847)
Dr. Krishnappa – HOD, Department of Kannada
K. Shankar – HOD, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Mangala Kumari – Assistant Professor, Department of English
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
IQAC Committee, HODs, Faculty & Staff, Government First Grade College & Post Graduate Centre, Chikkaballapura – 562101
