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Email Address

siva.k@srivishnu.edu.in

What you can expect from me

Faculty can reach out to me for

  • Design and implement ideas to improve classroom engagement and learning effectiveness
  • Develop curricula and courses along with learning assessment,
  • Design student diagnostic tests
  • Identify education research problem statements
  • publish in education research journals and conferences
  • Review research and educational publications, and grant proposals, and consult with industry in the areas of improving industrial manufacturing processes, and automotive powertrain development.
  • Industry Connections
  • Commercialization support

Dr. Sivakumar Krishnan

(Director- learning & innovation)

Educational Qualification

Prof. Sivakumar Krishnan is currently Director of Learning and Innovation with Vishnu Educational Development and Innovation Center (VEDIC) at Sri Vishnu Educational Society (SVES). He has a B.Tech. from IIT, Madras and a Ph.D. from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, both in Aerospace Engineering. He is a Certified International Engineering Educator by IGIP, Austria (International Society for Engineering Pedagogy).

Work Experience

Since 2013, he has developed and offered various faculty development initiatives throughout India, with the Indo-Universal Collaboration for Engineering Education (IUCEE). Since 2017 he has continued offering programs on teaching and learning, accreditation, curriculum development and research, so far covering about 2000 faculty in 30 unique offerings till now.

Between 2016 and 2017, he was Chief Product Officer with IntelliEd Innovations, a visual media education technology startup. From 2011 to 2016, as the lead combustion engineer with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, he developed innovative technologies to improve the fuel economy and performance of a high volume V6 gasoline engine. Prior to this, between 2002 and 2010, he taught at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University School of Engineering at IUPUI. His 2009 ASEE (American Society for Engineering Education) Conference paper on Project-Based Learning in Introductory Thermodynamics was recognized as an ‘Outstanding Contribution to Mechanical Engineering Education’.

He is a certified Heartfulness meditation trainer (since 2018) and practitioner (since 1997). He lives in Hyderabad with his family and is driven to bridge the gap between industry requirements and actual skill-based outcomes of graduating students, and believes that this can be achieved through faculty empowerment, academic leadership and holistic student and parental education.

Areas of expertise Student-centered Learning, Learning Misconceptions, Project-Based Learning, Faculty Development, Institutional Accreditation, Product Development, Meditation

Skills & Expertise

  • Faculty Competencies and Development
  • Active Collaborative Learning
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Classroom Observation
  • Curriculum Development
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Product Design and Development

Awards

1

IGIP (International Association for Engineering Pedagogy) Certified Educator (since March 2019)
2

ASEE (American Society for Engineering Education) Honorable Mention, 2009
3

Trustees TERA (Teaching Excellence Recognition Award) Award, 2008.

What you can expect from me

Faculty can reach out to me for

  • Design and implement ideas to improve classroom engagement and learning effectiveness
  • Develop curricula and courses along with learning assessment,
  • Design student diagnostic tests
  • Identify education research problem statements
  • publish in education research journals and conferences
  • Review research and educational publications, and grant proposals, and consult with industry in the areas of improving industrial manufacturing processes, and automotive powertrain development.
  • Industry Connections
  • Commercialization support
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Ms.-BV-Prashanthi

Ms. BV Prashanthi

Faculty – Ms. BV Prashanthi, Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, Vishnu Institute of Technology, Bhimavaram.n

My teaching and learning practices have been greatly enriched through participation in VEDIC workshops like Scientific Educational Practices, Inspire-Impact-Introspect Levels 1 and 2, and Formative Assessment Techniques.

Implementing the learnings from these workshops has transformed my teaching across courses such as Java Programming, Problem Solving through Python, etc. I have incorporated active learning strategies like Think Pair Share, Flipped Classrooms, Kahoot, and Relay Coding, leading to increased student engagement and comprehension and later student success.

I have published this work in journal articles and I continue to remain committed to advancing sound pedagogical practices which is reflected in student learning as well as feedback on teaching. I am deeply grateful to VEDIC and SVES management for empowering me with the tools and knowledge to enhance teaching and learning outcomes effectively.

Dr.-Mahendar-Dasari

Dr. Mahendar Dasari

Faculty – Dr. Mahendar Dasari, Associate Professor of Mathematics at B V Raju Institute of Technology, Narsapur.

I attended the following programs at VEDIC – Scientific Educational Practices, Inspire-Impact-Introspect Levels 1 and 2, Mentoring and Counselling. After attending these programs, I learned how to address misconceptions, use minute papers and concept maps, and how to use worksheets for difficult topics.

I implemented these skills with my students, which improved their understanding and resulted in good learning outcomes.

Additionally, I gained comprehensive knowledge of writing course outcomes and understanding Bloom’s Taxonomy from the VEDIC programs. This knowledge has been immensely helpful in establishing clear learning goals, and I have also been able to guide my colleagues regarding this. Thank you very much to the SVES management and the VEDIC team.

Sowmya-Gopisetti

Sowmya Gopisetti

Student – Sowmya Gopisetti from BVRIT, Narsapuru CSE 2022-2026

ILEA (Intellectual Learning for Engineering Applications) was a wonderful workshop, it helped me to come up with a new idea that my team members and I will be working on…this is what drastically changed before and after VEDIC – it’s ‘The Idea’. Apart from this, it helped me understand my natural abilities better and also this workshop assisted me in reflecting on myself.

I’m grateful to the mentors for their guidance and insight throughout the workshop. Their expertise and support were invaluable. Workshops like these should be continued for future batches, I believe it will help our college reach great heights by fostering innovation and personal growth among students. I thank BVRIT management for providing me with the opportunity to attend such a transformative workshop.

N-S-L-Annapurna

N S L Annapurna

Student – N S L Annapurna from SVECW, Bhimavaram IT 2022-2026

I always wondered how people come and speak spontaneously with confidence and with good fluency . Now I am in a stage to come and communicate with people without any fear . All this is because of ILEA workshop . This workshop made a dramatic change in me . I am habituated to work collaboratively with a team . Story telling was the craziest of all . I have never tried this before .

It was a good learning for me .Character assessment helped me a lot . I got to know where I am lagging behind and which areas I have to concentrate on .I got to know how thoughts influence our character ultimately Expressing gratitude towards people adds more value and bonding to our relationship . I will continue applying these lessons and learnings in my daily life A big and heartfelt thanks to the Mentors, because of them only this workshop became more informative, fun and learning too . Thanks to the management.

Dr.-P.-S.-Brahmanandam

Dr. P. S. Brahmanandam (Anand)

Faculty -Physics Professor (Ratified), SVECW (A), Vishnupur, Bhimavaram, India. Cell- 949 2226738.

I attended VEDIC programmes such as Scientific Educational Practices (SEP), Inspire-Impact-Introspect Levels 1 (III-1), Think-Transform-Technology (TTT), and Unconscious Bias in the Workplace (UBW), and I can confidently say that I personally benefited in the following aspects:

  1. Enhanced Pedagogical Skills: SEP equipped me with advanced teaching methodologies, improving my ability to deliver effective and engaging educational experiences.
  2. Personal and Professional Growth: III-1 helped me reflect on my personal and professional journey, inspiring me to make impactful changes and develop a deeper understanding of my goals.
  3. Technological Proficiency: TTT introduced me to cutting-edge technologies and innovative practices, enhancing my capability to integrate technology effectively in my work.
  4. Awareness and Inclusivity: UBW heightened my awareness of unconscious biases, enabling me to foster a more inclusive and equitable workplace environment.

Last but not least, I am indebted to SVES and VEDIC members (teaching and training staff and non-teaching staff) for creating such a wonderful ambiance wherein I felt that I was at home, away from home. I am thankful to the cooking department of VEDIC for serving tasteful food.

Ms.-N.N.V.S.VYSHNAVEE-SVECW

Ms. N.N.V.S.Vyshnavee

Student – SVECW (A), Bhimavaram CSE 2022-2026

The ILEA workshop was a transformative experience for me. I had always admired those who could speak spontaneously with confidence and fluency, and now, thanks to this workshop, I am one of them. The program dramatically boosted my ability to communicate without fear, a change I deeply appreciate.

Working collaboratively with a team became second nature to me, and the storytelling exercises were particularly thrilling. They pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me discover a new way of expressing myself.

One of the most impactful aspects was the character assessment. It provided insights into my strengths and weaknesses, highlighting areas for improvement. I learned how our thoughts shape our character and how expressing gratitude can deepen and enhance our relationships.

I am determined to apply these lessons in my daily life. I extend my heartfelt thanks to the mentors, whose expertise made the workshop both educational and enjoyable, and to the college management for organizing such a remarkable program.

Sanapala-Sai-Jahnavi

Sanapala Sai Jahnavi

Student: EEE, 2021-2025 Batch , BVRIT Hyderabad College of Engineering for Women

The Workshop on u201cSemiconductor Device Packagingu201d held in VEDIC Bangalore was an enriching experience, featuring expert insights on electrical research and electric motor drives for Electric Vehicles (EVs). Highlights include keynote speeches by industry leaders like Mr. Ashok Kumar Singh and Mr. A. Radha Krishna, and in-depth sessions led by Dr. Vijayababu Koreboina. Personally Iu2019ve gained valuable knowledge on power electronics, electric drives, and MATLAB & Simulink modeling, equipping them with practical skills for real-world applications. The seminar promoted an environment of learning, networking, and collaboration, inspiring participants to contribute to the future advancements in electric mobility. As a team we strive to advance our work by focusing on the modelling of motor drives through power converters.

Dr.-K.-Vasu-Babu

Dr. K. Vasu Babu

Faculty: Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at BVRIT HYDERABAD College of Engineering for Women

Attending the Faculty Induction Program at Vedic has been a transformative experience. The sessions on the teaching-learning process have equipped me with modern pedagogical techniques to enhance student understanding and engagement. The focus on research implementation has provided me with valuable insights into conducting meaningful research and integrating it into my teaching. Leadership qualities were emphasized, helping me develop the skills necessary to lead and inspire my students and colleagues effectively. Innovations in education were explored, encouraging me to adopt and implement creative solutions in my teaching practices. The preparation of Moodle courses has enabled me to create comprehensive and accessible online learning resources. The training on mental ability has sharpened my problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities. Effective classroom engagement strategies were also covered, ensuring that I can maintain a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Overall, this program has greatly enriched my professional capabilities and prepared me to excel in my academic career

Dr.-M.-Parvathi

Dr. M. Parvathi

Faculty: Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at BVRIT HYDERABAD College of Engineering for Women

Attending the Faculty Research Colloquium at Vedic has significantly enriched my research perspective in the daily teaching-learning process. It has also helped me foster a competitive spirit among students by applying modern pedagogical techniques to enhance active learning and engagement. After participating in VEDIC’s programs on Scientific Educational Practices (SEP-1), Inspire-Impact-Introspect Level-1, and Mentoring-Counseling, I have learned effective ways to address student misconceptions.

I have conducted activities such as think-pair-share, open book exams, chit-chat sessions, padlet,  and polling in one of my teaching subjects, aligning these with specific course objectives. Student performance was assessed before and after these activities, and it was observed that their performance noticeably improved, along with enhanced peer learning. The results of this research were published in the Journal of Engineering Education Transformations (Parvathi, M.: “Activity Based Analysis and Prediction Strategy for the Classroom Performance Improvement,” Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, ISSN 2394-1707. http://journaleet.org/index.php/jeet/article/view/157167.08 Feb. 2021, p. 686-693, Jan. 2021. doi:10.16920/jeet/2021/v34i0/157167).

I am grateful to the SVES management and the VEDIC team for their support.

Dr.-P.Kayal

Dr. P.Kayal

Faculty: Associate Professor of Information Technology at BVRIT HYDERABAD College of Engineering for Women

Through VEDIC, I had the privilege of working on a research project titled “Customized Named Entity Recognition (NER) for Skillset Extraction from CourseNetworking (CN)” in collaboration with CourseNetworking (thecn.com). CN is an academic networking platform with millions of users from over 160 countries and was seed-funded by Indiana University. The research I led, focused on NER, a task aimed at extracting knowledge from massive data, was applied to the CN platform to identify users’ skillsets, facilitating the formation of social communities.

The research findings were published as “Customized Named Entity Recognition using BERT for the Social Learning Management System Platform CourseNetworking” in the Journal of Computer Science (https://doi.org/10.3844/jcssp.2024.88.95) during January 2024. Also, I am pleased to have had an M. Tech scholar engaged in this research. I extend my gratitude to our Principal, SVES Management, and the VEDIC team for this enriching research experience, which has significantly contributed to my professional growth.

Dr.-K.-Amritha

Dr.K.Amritha

Faculty: Associate Professor of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, BVRIT HYDERABAD College of Engineering for Women, Hyderabad.

I feel lucky to be a family member of Sri Vishu Educational Society, which recognized the importance of the holistic approach towards Education. The programmes conducted by VEDIC helped us to design our teaching sessions, emphasizing more on the course outcome. In VEDIC, I attended various workshops like Scientific Educational Practices, Inspire-Impact-Introspect Levels 1 and 2, Think- Technology – Transform and Research Readiness Strategies. These programmes taught us the tools and strategies for Active Learning implementation, and thus engaging the students also in the Teaching- Learning process. The award for the ‘Best Teaching Practices’ which VEDIC Team accorded based on the presentations made in the first Faculty Colloquium, encouraged me to have more interest in implementing the strategies learnt. I feel happy and proud to say that I’m a part of the Teaching Quality Team, which make me feel more responsible towards the teaching process.

The workshop ‘Research Readiness Strategies’ happened when I just enrolled for PhD. The sessions helped me to understand the preparatory steps and practices that researchers should undertake while taking up their research projects. Starting from developing a research mindset, the programme addressed the frequent questions like how to do literature survey, how to plan project stages and how to publish the research works.

Now I have completed works related to my PhD course and is awarded the Doctoral degree. Also, a journal paper is getting ready based on the strategies which were implemented in the classrooms. I’m deeply indebted to the guidance by VEDIC in this regard. Also I express my sincere gratitude to Sri Vishu Educational Society for dedicating a centre, focusing exclusively on the Personal & Professional development of Students and Faculty.

Ms.-Harshini-Kanagarla-SVECW

Ms. Harshini Kanagarla

Student: SVECW (A), Bhimavaram CSE 2022-2026

The ILEA (Intellectual Learning for Engineering Applications) workshop held at VEDIC, Hyderabad was an enlightening experience that deepened my understanding of innovative problem-solving and personal growth. It skilfully integrated learning with creativity and enjoyment. I learned unique approaches to presenting my ideas through drama, storytelling, and charts, which helped visualize my ideas more effectively and creatively. This exercise not only ignited my problem-solving skills but also encouraged me to think outside the box and innovate with limited resources.

Moreover, the psychometric assessment was a significant part of the workshop. It helped me gain deeper insights into my strengths and weaknesses, enabling me to focus on areas that needed improvement. We were also introduced to various effective learning techniques and presentation skills, which I believe set us apart from others. Overall, the ILEA workshop was a fun-filled and enriching experience that every student deserves.

Thanks to the SVES management and the VEDIC team.

Dr.-Venkatesh-B

Dr. Venkatesh Bn

Faculty: Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering  at BVRIT HYDERABAD College of Engineering for Women.

Attending the three-day workshop on Machine Learning and Deep Learning in Healthcare organized by Vedic on Aug 4-6-2023 was an enlightening and enriching experience. The sessions were meticulously planned and delivered by experts in the field, providing a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. The workshop was a fantastic blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application. The speakers were exceptionally knowledgeable, and their passion for the subject was evident throughout the sessions. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in the intersection of Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and healthcare. It was an invaluable learning experience that provided both depth and breadth in this rapidly evolving field. I am grateful to the SVES management and the VEDIC team for their support.