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A holistic re-imagining of engineering education

The pedagogy project of Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar

IITGN has designed a campus and community modeled to encourage its students to become socially, culturally, ethically, and environmentally conscious engineers, capable of self-learning, taking responsibility for their own and others' actions, and creative problem-solving. This holistic approach aims to foster a well-rounded development in students, preparing them not only for technical excellence but also for their roles as responsible global citizens. By integrating social, cultural, ethical, and environmental responsibility into the very fabric of the institution, IIT Gandhinagar seeks to create a nurturing environment that cultivates students' awareness and empowers them to make a positive impact on society.

Since its inception, there have been deliberate efforts to incorporate elements of social, cultural, ethical, and environmental responsibility into IIT Gandhinagar's architecture, culture, and community design. These aspects are not merely add-ons but are deeply ingrained in the institution's DNA, shaping the values and behaviors of its students and faculty. Moreover, teachers and administrators at IIT Gandhinagar have continuously explored and implemented various pedagogical strategies over the years, striving to enhance the learning experience and contribute to the overall development of students. This research project aims to identify and investigate the various pedagogies employed on campus, examining their influence on students' learning outcomes and their evolving identities as engineering professionals. By gaining insights into the strengths and weaknesses of these strategies, the project seeks to inform future educational practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the institution's academic programs. 

Purpose of the research study

The purpose of this research study is multifaceted. It involves conducting multiple studies to evaluate the effectiveness of various pedagogical strategies at IIT Gandhinagar. The research team begins their investigation with an in-depth analysis of the Foundation Program, which serves as a crucial starting point for students' academic journey. By evaluating the content delivered in the foundation program, the study aims to assess its alignment with the desired engineering attributes and explore how students perceive and internalize these attributes after their participation in the program. The research team, comprising dedicated scholars and educators, will collect and analyze the data collected, utilizing rigorous methodologies to ensure the reliability and validity of their findings. Ultimately, the research project aspires to contribute valuable insights to the field of education and facilitate evidence-based improvements in pedagogy at IIT Gandhinagar and beyond.

Ongoing Studies

  1. Foundation Programme: We seek to investigate the influence of the Foundation Programme, a 6-week orientation program for first-year students at IITGN. This program incorporates a variety of creative mental and physical activities with the objective of instilling in students the significance of being active, ethically sound, and socio-culturally aware engineers. Our study aims to explore the extent to which these extended orientation programs contribute to developing well-rounded engineers and to understand the students' perceptions of such initiatives. According to our preliminary findings, after having gone through such an orientation programme, students are giving more weightage to engineering attributes such as creativity, ethics, societal context, and cultural awareness.
  2. Engineering Design Self-Efficacy: This study evaluates the self-efficacy levels of engineering students undergoing the engineering design and prototyping courses at IITGN. Comparative study is being done to understand the impact of hand-on learning experiences on design and innovation self-efficacy of undergraduate students enrolled in different courses on engineering design. The study also delves into the differences in self-efficacy based on gender. Preliminary results indicate that there are significant differences in the self-efficacy levels of students enrolled in different courses in terms of confidence, motivation, anxiety, success expectancy, innovation, and interests. The results of this study will be useful for academic administrators in engineering institutes to make more informed decisions in framing the courses in the domain of engineering design and prototyping. 
  3. Micro-Credentials: The ongoing research study explores the effectiveness of micro-credentials by evaluating learning outcomes and skill acquisition. The findings will assist students in making informed decisions about their education and career paths while optimizing the micro-credential programs at IITGN. Furthermore, the research focuses on enhancing industry relevance by investigating the extent to which micro-credentials contribute to meeting industry requirements and improving employability. For more information on micro-credential programs and short courses at IITGN, relevant links are provided.
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Meet the Team

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Prof. Sameer Sahasrabudhe
Project Investigator

Sameer Sahasrabudhe is a Professor of Practice in Design, at IIT Gandhinagar. He has a cumulative experience of over 27 years in various fields such as advertising, animation film-making, and educational multimedia production.

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Prof. Aditi Kothiyal
Project Investigator

Assistant Teaching Professor, Creative Learning

BE: College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University, 2001
MS: The Ohio State University, 2004
PhD: IIT Bombay, 2019 

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Dr. Avanish Singh Chauhan
Post-Doctoral Fellow

Academic with a flair for process improvement initiatives in teaching-learning activities of HEIs. Research interests spread across New Product Development Process, Engineering Management, Sustainable Development, and Educational Design.  

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Dr. Surbhi Sethi
Senior Research Fellow

Dr. Surbhi, an EdTech enthusiast, holds a Ph.D. in "Technology-Enabled Blended Learning: The Changing Canvas of Higher Education in Post-COVID India." With a keen interest in development studies and public policy, her primary research focuses on the nexus of higher education, technology, and industry.

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Shweta Srivastava
Junior Research Fellow

Shweta Srivastava, an inquisitive anthropologist, strives to enhance inclusivity and efficiency within engineering spaces. She is primarily working on the Foundation Programme and its contribution in creating culturally aware and ethically sound engineers.  

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