Curriculum Vitae Name : Dr. P. Viswanadha Gupta Designation : Assistant Professor Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension Savitribai Phule Pune University Correspondence Address : Dr. P. Viswanadha Gupta B – 4, Teachers’ Quarters University of Pune Ganeshkhind Pune – 411 007 Maharashtra Mobil No. : 09823255448 & 08956774332 09158155448 (R) E-mail : [email protected][email protected][email protected]Educational Qualifications Academic Bachelors of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 1996; Master of Arts (M.A.) in Adult Education from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, 2000; Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2009; Bachelor of Legislature and Law (LL.B.) from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2003; Doctor of Philosophy in Adult and Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2007; NET (Adult Education / Continuing Education / Non-formal Education) qualified conducted by the University Grants Commission, New Delhi June 2007 Technical Type Writing in English (Higher) with 45 W.P.M; Type Writing in Hindi (Lower) with 25 W.P.M; Type Writing in Telugu (Lower) with 25 W.P.M; Diploma in Computer Software Applications (DCA) from MCC Trained in Statistical Package for Social Science Research (SPSS)
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Curriculum Vitae
Name : Dr. P. Viswanadha Gupta Designation : Assistant Professor
Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension Savitribai Phule Pune University
Correspondence Address : Dr. P. Viswanadha Gupta
B – 4, Teachers’ Quarters University of Pune Ganeshkhind Pune – 411 007 Maharashtra
Bachelors of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 1996;
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Adult Education from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, 2000;
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2009;
Bachelor of Legislature and Law (LL.B.) from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2003;
Doctor of Philosophy in Adult and Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2007;
NET (Adult Education / Continuing Education / Non-formal Education) qualified conducted by the University Grants Commission, New Delhi June 2007
Technical
Type Writing in English (Higher) with 45 W.P.M;
Type Writing in Hindi (Lower) with 25 W.P.M;
Type Writing in Telugu (Lower) with 25 W.P.M;
Diploma in Computer Software Applications (DCA) from MCC
Trained in Statistical Package for Social Science Research (SPSS)
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Work Exposure
1. Study and Research in the Field of Adult and Continuing Education covering Normal, Tribal and Disabled Education,
2. Field Investigation in the Education Projects; 3. Monitoring and Evaluation of the Literacy and Education Projects; 4. Dissemination and Propagation of information; 5. Development of IEC Material; 6. Research on Community Development and Empowerment Projects
Research and Academic Experience
Ph.D. Topic: Continuing Education Programme in Vizianagaram District: A Study of Stakeholders and Learners
Research Projects Undertaken
On-going
1. Health Awareness and Health Care Programmes of Maharashtra: An Evaluation project sponsored by UGC-MRP, 2014-16. Sanctioned Amount (` 6,54,600/-)
2. Practices and Approaches in Empowering Nomads research project sponsored by Board of College and University Development, University of Pune during 2013 – 15 Sanctioned Amount (` 1,60,000/-)
3. Context Consciousness in Health Care: A Study research Project sponsored by University of Pune under UPE – II during 2012 – 14. Sanctioned Amount (` 4,00,000/-)
Completed
1. Study on Pre-Natal Diagnostic Test for Aids Free India: Dilemmas and Perception Analysis of Unorganized Labours of Pune & Pimpri Chinchwad Metropolitans research project sponsored by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune, 2012– 13. Sanctioned Amount (` 1,00,000/-)
Guide ship
1. Recognition as a M.Phil. & Ph.D. guide wide ref. no. BUTE/MMS/01/1077 Dated 9th October, 2014 of Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
vkjksX; eaMG] fMaHks] rk- vkacsxko” (Role and Consecration of Non-Government
Organizations for Tribal Development with special reference to Maharashtra Arogyamandal, Dimbe, Ambigavo Taluk) Sagar Rustum Shinde, 2014 – 15.
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2. An Overview of Scheduled Tribes Students’ Perceptions towards Competitive Examinations: Challenges for Empowerment, Sunil Vithal Borde, 2012 – 13.
Books Published
1. Compendium of Abstract, published by the Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune, on the eve of International seminar entitled “Social Inequalities in Higher Education: Identifying Parallels in India and Brazil” during 23rd and 24th May, 2014.
2. Book of Abstract of National Seminar on Forging Ahead: Futuristic Strategies and Challenges for Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, ISBN: 978-93-81212-61-5, Bharti Publications, Delhi, February, 2014
3. Souvenir of National Seminar on Dalit Issues: Strategies for Inclusive Growth and Development, ISBN: 9789383471256 Yashodeep Publications, Pune, January, 2014
4. Perspectives of Tribal Education, ISBN: 9789350564820, Discovery Publishing House Pvt. Limited, New Delhi, 2014
5. Indigenous People: Issues and Empowering Strategies ISBN: 9789350564837, Discovery Publishing House Pvt. Limited, New Delhi, 2014
6. Transformation of Tribes and Sustainable Development, ISBN 9788126160013, Anmol Publication Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
7. Empowerment of Tribes: Problems & Strategies Perspectives of Tribal Students ISBN: 9783659423191, LAP Lambart Academic Publishing, Germany, June, 2013
8. Resource Material for the Capacity Building Training Programme entitled the criticality of Social Science Research: Perspectives and Application in Research Methodology, ISBN: 9788192637488, Yashodeep Publications, Pune, May, 2013 (Softcopy only)
9. Tribal Development and Management: Problems and Empowering Strategies, ISBN: 9788171327416 Pointer Publishers, Jaipur, 2013
10. Creeds of Education: Problems & Perspectives, ISBN: 9789350563199, Discovery Publishing Pvt. Limited, New Delhi, 2013
11. The Spectrum of Literacy, ISBN 9789350563182 Discovery Publishing Pvt. Limited, New Delhi, 2013
12. Compendium of Abstract for the National Seminar on Tribal Issues and Strategies for Empowerment, ISBN: 9788192498096, Authors’ Avenue Publications, Pune, November, 2012 (Soft & Hard copies)
13. Creeds of Lifelong Learning: Dilemmas & Strategies Indian Perspectives, ISBN: 9783659144011, LAP Lambart Academic Publishing, Germany, June, 2012 (Soft & Hard copies)
14. Egalitarianism: Impact of Voter Consciousness, ISBN 9783659164842, LAP Lambart Academic Publishing, Germany, June, 2012 (Soft & Hard copies)
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15. Dimensions of Human Development: Problems and Prospects, ISBN: 9788184290776, The Associated Publishers, Ambala City. Haryana. 2012
16. Changing Paradigms of Education and Hunan Development, ISBN: 9788184290745, The Associated Publishers, Ambala City. Haryana. 2012
17. Continuing Education Programme Perceptions of Stakeholders and Learners, ISBN: 8184290675, The Associated Publishers, Ambala City. Haryana. 2011
18. Multi-Dimensional Approaches to Literacy Development, The Associated Publishers, ISBN: 8184290748, Ambala Cantt. New Delhi. 2007.
Papers Published in International Journals
1. Influence of Attitude, School Facilities and Teacher Characteristics on the Performance of Secondary School Teachers Working in Rural Areas (www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JAAS/article/download/9119/9338 ) International Journal of African and Asian Studies - An Open Access International Journal (http://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JAAS/issue/view/907 ) P.p.72-81, Vol.2 2013
2. “Social Exclusion, Inclusion, Awareness on HIV / AIDS among the Fishing Communities: A Study in Some Villages of North Coastal Andhra Pradesh” South Asian Anthropologist, Vol. 13, No. 1, p.p. 85-93, ISSN 0257 – 7348, March, 2013
3. “Inclusion and Participation in Adult Education: Indian Experience”
Chaitanya International Journal of Management Innovations and Technology, Vol. 1, No. 1, p.p. 121 – 131, ISSN 2320 – 382X, February 2013.
4. “Training of Functionaries in Saakshar Bharat Programme: An Analysis” International Multidisciplinary e-Journal, ISSN 2277 – 4262, Vol. 1, No. 4, p.p. 90 – 96, April, 2012.
5. “Reproductive Health Needs of the Tribal Women”, International Research Journal of Social Sciences, Puducherry, India, ISSN 0974-1674, Vol. 1, No. 2, p.p. 165-175, July – December 2008.
6. “Low Female Literacy: Factors and Strategies”, Australian Journal of Adult Learning, Australia, Volume No. 46, No. 1, p.p.84-95, ISSN: 1443 – 1394, April 2006.
Papers Published in National and Regional Journals
1. Obstacles to Family Planning in Tribal Areas Indian Journal of Lifelong Learning and Development, Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, p.p. 100 – 108, Vol. 1, No. 1, January – March, 2013
2. Awareness on HIV / AIDS of the Fisher Folk Villages of Coastal Andhra Pradesh Journal of Adult Education and Development, AICMED, p.p. 3–11, Vol.29, No. 4-6, July – December, 2012.
3. Nomads in India, Artland, A monthly Journal of Art Features, Articles & News, New Delhi p.p. 3-6, Vol: XXI, No. 7-9, July – September, 2012.
4. Nomads in India, Artland, A monthly Journal of Art Features, Articles & News, New Delhi p.p. 14-18, Vol: XXI, No. 4-6, April – June, 2012.
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5. ICT based Saakshar Bharat Programme: Perspectives of Learners Journal of Adult Education and Development, AICMED, p.p. 11–14, Vol.26, No. 3-6, May – December, 2010.
6. Emphasis on Adult Education (Saakshar Bharat Programme): A Few Issues for Consideration at Micro-level Jana Saksharatha, Journal of SRC for Adult Education, Indore, Vol.11, No.2, p.p.1-11, September 2010.
7. ICT based Literacy Camps: Perspectives of Learners from TCS Experience Saakshar Bharat Newsletter, Published by Directorate of Adult Education, MHRD, Govt. of India. pp 6-7, Vol. 6, Nos. 9-12, October-December 2010
8. “Aged – Problems and Strategies” Journal of Adult Education and Development, AICMED, p.p. 21–25, Vol.26, No. 1-2, January – April, 2010.
9. “Literacy Attainment of Continuing Education Beneficiaries” Literacy and Development, Journal of Society for Promotion of Adult Continuing Education (SPACE), p.p. 42-54, Issue No. 1, September 2008.
10. “Population Education: Perceptions of the Rural Masses” Journal of Adult Education and Development, AICMED, p.p. 3–13, Vol.21, No. 1-4, January – April, 2008.
11. “A Study on the Opinions of the Volunteers towards Akshara Bharathi Programme in Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh” Indian Journal of Adult Education, p.p. 9-19, Vol. 67, Nos. 3-4, July-December 2006.
12. “Knowledge and Practices of the Rural Women towards Adoption of Family Planning Methods” Journal of Adult and Extension, Vol.2, No.2, p.p.1-10, July-December 2006
13. “Integration of Population and Sex Education in Adult and Continuing Education Curriculum” Journal Adult Education and Development, AICMED, Vol.19, p.p. 18-21 No.3-4, May – August 2006.
14. “A Study of the Functioning of Continuing Education Centres as Perceived by Continuing Education Committee Members”, Jana Saksharatha, Journal of SRC for Adult Education, Indore, Vol.7, No.2, p.p.16-22, June 2006.
15. “A Study of the Mass Media Access, Exposure and Preferences of the Tribes towards Adult Education in Visakhapatnam Tribal Region”, Journal of Communication Studies, Vol. 5, No. 1-2, p.p. 61-68, January-June, 2006.
16. “Impact of the Literacy on Reproductive Health Status of Rural Women” Indian Journal of Population Education, No. 32, p.p. 14-25, March 2006.
17. “Akshara Bharathi Programme: Volunteers’ Perceptions”, Journal of Adult Education and Extension, Dept. of Adult and Continuing Education, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati-517 502, Vol-1, No. 2, p.p. 1-10, July-Dec. 2005.
18. “Maximization of Volunteers Participation in Literacy Programme” Journal Adult Education and Development, AICMED, Vol.18, N0.3-4, p.p. 7-9, May – August 2005.
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19. “Continuing Education Program – Problems and Perspectives” Jana Saksharatha, Journal of State Resource Centre for Adult Education, Indore, Vol.5, No. 3, p.p.21-26, September 2004.
20. “A Study on the Functioning of Continuing Education Centres in Chittoor District” Indian Journal of Adult Education, Vol. 61, No. 3, p.p. 34-41, July-Sept, 2000.
Marathi Articles
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entitled KkufoLrkjkPkh f{kfrts, ISBN 9788187552253, Universal Publishers,
Pune, 2013.
Papers Published in Edited Volumes
1. Training / Teaching Methods paper published in the edited book titled Dimensions of Adult and Continuing Education, ISBN: 9788131105498, pp248-261, Commonwealth Publishers Pvt. Limited, New Delhi.
2. Tribal Issues and Strategies for Empowerment with Special Reference to Primary Education paper published in the edited book titled Tribal Development and Management, ISBN: 9788171327416, Pointer Publishers, Jaipur, 2013
3. Teaching Literacy to Potential Tribal Women and Men Leaders paper published in the edited book titled Indigenous People: Issues and Empowering Strategies, ISBN: 9789350564837, Discovery Publishing House Pvt., Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
4. Development Interventions of Non-Governmental Organization (Chaitanya Shravanthi) paper published in the edited book entitled transformation of Tribes and Sustainable Development, ISBN: 9788126160013, Anmol Publications Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
5. A Study of the Impact of Activities of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)on the Tribal Community paper published in the edited book entitled Transformation of Tribes and Sustainable Development, ISBN: 9788126160013, Anmol Publications Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
6. Need of Peoples’ Participation in Primary Education Blockage and Strategies paper published in the edited book entitled Perspectives of Tribal Education, ISBN: 9789350564820, Discovery Publishing House Pvt., Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
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7. Empowerment of Women in Political Participation paper published in the book entitled “Education and Women Empowerment”, ISBN: 8184290551/ 9788184290554, The Associated Publishers, Ambala City, Haryana, 2011.
8. Escalating People’s Participation in Rural Development paper published in the book entitled “Peoples Participation in Rural Development”, ISBN 9788183569163, Discovery Publishers, New Delhi. 2011
9. Training Needs of Women paper published in the book entitled “Women and Work Participation: Status and Training Opportunities”, ISBN 9788184113006, Sonali Publishers, New Delhi. 2011
10. Extension and Community Development through Universities paper published in the book entitled “Empowerment of Weaker Sections: Future Planning and Strategies for Rural Development in India”, ISBN 9788183874595, Serials Publishing House, New Delhi, 2011
11. Recovering lost childhood: Rescue and Rehabilitation for Trafficked Girl Children: A Case Study of ARDAR paper published in the book entitled “Women Of Disadvantaged Groups : Status and Empowerment (Essays in Honour of Prof. K.S. Chalam), ISBN 9788183874267 Serials Publishing House, New Delhi, 2011
12. Women Panchayat Leaders: A Case Study of Polaki Mandal in Srikakulam District paper published in the book entitled “Political Dimension of Women Empowerment, p.p. 64-97, The Associated Publishers, Ambala City, Haryana, 2011.
13. Empowerment of Self Help Group Women – Political Participation paper published in the book entitled “Women Empowerment Emerging Dimensions in 21st Century, p.p. 19-32, ISBN 9788184290561 The Associated Publishers, Ambala City, Haryana, 2011.
14. Literacy Campaign for Women: Experience of Andhra Pradesh paper published in the book entitled “Advancement of India: Attainments and Alternatives p.p. 28-38, ISBN 9788184571844, published by Kanishka Publishers, Distributors, New Delhi, August 2010.
15. Vulnerability of Aged: Few Case Studies of ARDAR paper published in the book entitled “Aging: The Global Phenomena Issues and Strategies”, p.p. 224-240 Published by Sonali Publications, New Delhi, 2010.
16. “Population Education: Perceptions of the Rural Masses” paper published in book entitled Health Psychology and Counselling, p.p. 416-430, ISBN 9788183563734, Published by Discovery Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2008
17. “Changing Trends in Adult Education Programmes in India from 1951 to 2001” paper published in Book entitled Changing Trends in Adult, continuing Education Extension and Field Outreach present Status and Future Perspectives, p.p. 79-97, Published by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education, Extension work and Field Outreach, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, March 2007.
18. “Welfare, Education, Training and Employment Promotion for Disabled” paper published in Book entitled Not Disabled – Differently Abled, Status and
Future Directions, p.p.46-49, ISBN 8181500784, Aravali Books International (P) Limited, New Delhi, 2007.
19. “Handicapped: Problems and Empowering Strategies” paper published in Book entitled Not Disabled – Differently Abled, Status and Future Directions, p.p.190-194, ISBN 8181500784, Aravali Books International (P) Limited, New Delhi, 2007.
20. “Impact of Self-Help Groups on Women Self Empowerment” paper published in Book entitled Rural Development & Empowerment of Weaker Section, Practices, Promotion & Programmes, p.p. 3-34, ISBN 9788184290516, Associated Publishers, Ambala Cantt, New Delhi, 2007.
21. “Continuing Education Programmes: An Approach to Rural Enlightment, paper published in Book entitled “Rural Development & Empowerment of Weaker Section, Practices, Promotion & Programmes”, ISBN 9788184290516, p.p. 358-370, Associated Publishers, Ambala Cantt, New Delhi, 2007.
22. “Research in Alternative Systems of Education” paper published in Book entitled “Continuing Education for Globalized era”, p.p. 114-120, ISBN 818411088X, Sonali Publications, Darya Ganj, New Delhi, 2007
23. “Integration of Career Guidance in Graduation and Post-Graduation Curriculum” paper published in Book entitled “Grooming Human Resource Development, Role of Career Guidance and Counselling” p.p. 118-132, ISBN 8184110898, Sonali Publications, Darya Ganj, New Delhi. 2007
24. “Empowerment of Women in Political Participation” paper published in Book entitled “Education and Women Empowerment”, p.p. 191-201, ISBN 9788184290554, The Associated Publishers, Ambala Cantt. New Delhi. 2007.
25. “Emerging Challenges and Perspectives in Nomads Development in 21st Century” paper published in Book entitled Practices and Approaches in Empowering Nomads, p.p. 195-201, Andhra University Press, Visakhapatnam, 2007
26. “Communication and Information Technology in Literacy for Rural Development: A Pragmatic Approach” paper published in Book entitled “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century”, ISBN 9788184290363, The Associated Publishers, Ambala Cantt., 2006.
27. “A Study on the Mass Media Access, Exposure and Preferences of the Tribes towards Adult Education in Visakhapatnam Tribal Region” paper published in Book entitled “Human Resources Development in Tribal Areas”, p.p.184-193, ISBN 9788184290288, The Associated Publishers, Ambala Cantt., 2006.
28. “Integrated Approach of NGOs and Universities towards Community Development: A Perspective” paper published in Book entitled “Universities and NGOs”, p.p.140-144, ISBN 8183561306 Discovery Publishing House, New Delhi. 2006
29. “Extension through Universities: A Perspective” paper published in Book entitled “Universities and Extension Services: Future Directions”, p.p. 49-57, ISBN 8183561381, Discovery Publishing House, New Delhi, 2006
30. “Functioning of Continuing Education Committees: A Case Study” paper published in Book entitled “Current Trends in Adult Education”, p.p. 313-319, ISBN 8176256196, Sarup & Sons Publishers, New Delhi. 2006.
Paper Presented in the Seminars / Workshops
International
1. “Knowledge and Practices of Urban Dalit Women towards Adoption of Contraceptive Methods: A Study” paper presented on Social Inequalities in Higher Education: Identifying Parallels in India and Brazil organized by the Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune held on 23rd and 24th May, 2014
2. “Facets of Saakshar Bharat Programme” paper presented on Issues and Challenges in Current Global Economy: It’s Impact on Commerce, Engineering and Technology jointly organized by International Association of Academicians and Researchers (Asia Pacific) and Prof. Ramakrishna More College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Akurdi, Pune on 11th August, 2013.
3. Use of ICT for Promotion of Lifelong Learning and Skill Development paper presented on Extension Education & Rural Communities organized by Department of Lifelong Learning, Mumbai University in collaboration with ICSSR, New Delhi and B.L. Amlani College, Mumbai held on 6th – 7th April, 2013.
4. Jan Shikshan Sansthans: A Unique Scheme and Many Facets paper presented on Vocational Education and Training: Professionalism as an Inclusive Policy – Status and Challenges, organized by Department of Adult and Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupathi in Collaboration with Institute for Development Research and Alternatives and ASEM Education and Research Hub for Lifelong Learning, Denmark held on 20th – 21st February, 2013.
5. Quality of Life of Rural Mass: Role of the Continuing Education Programme, paper presented on Quality of Life and Globalization: Effective Self Care Interventions, 45th National 14th International Conference of the Indian Academy of Applied Psychology (IAAP) organized by Department of Psychology and Parapsychology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 18 – 20th February 2010.
6. Vulnerability of Aged paper presented on Gerontology International Synthesis Conference 2009, Conducted by AU-NCSA Centre for Gerontology, Visakhapatnam on 12 – 14th March 2009.
7. Adult Education Programmes in India: A Historical Perspective paper presented on Higher in India – Global Perspectives, (Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (1931-2006)) conducted by Dept. of Economics Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 14 – 15th February 2009.
8. Population Education: Perceptions of the Rural Masses paper presented on Health Psychology and Counselling: Issues, Opportunities and Challenges, conducted by Department of Psychology and Parapsychology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 13 – 15th November 2007.
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9. Integration of Population and Sex Education in Adult and Continuing Education Curriculum Paper presented in International Workshop on “Life Skills Education for Youth Development” organized by Department of Adult & Continuing Education, University of Madras, Chennai, 16-18th February 2006.
National and Regional
1. Participated in One day state level Seminar on “Samvidhan Saksharatha va
Sanman Abhiyan (lafo/kku lk{kjrk o lUeku vfHk;ku)” jointly organized by
Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Savitribai Phule Pune University and Muslim Satyashodhak Mandal, Pune on 3rd February, 2015.
2. Participated in One day university level Workshop on “Constitution of India: An Intervention of Lifelong Learning” organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Savitribai Phule Pune University on 14th January, 2015.
3. Participated in One day State level Work Shop on “Right to Education Act: Issues and Challenges” organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune on 12th October, 2014.
4. Participated in One day State level Consultative Workshop on “Curriculum Design in Tribal Development” organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Savitribai Phule Pune University on 13th August, 2014.
5. Issues and Perspectives of Denotified – Nomadic Communities: A Study of Pune City paper presented at ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar on 'sustainable Growth of Dalits in Indian Democracy' organized by Department of Adult and Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupathi held on 28th – 29th April, 2014.
6. Human Values: Some Theoretical Perspectives paper presented at UGC National Seminar on Value-based Education and Professional Ethics in the Changing Global Scenario in the 21st Century organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education & Extension, University of Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapuramu on 13th – 14th March, 2014
7. Strengthening Inclusion and Participation in Adult Education in India paper presented at National Seminar on Forging Ahead: Futuristic Strategies and Challenges for Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune during 19th & 20th February, 2014
8. Dalit Women: Dalit Amongst Dalits paper presented at UGC-National Seminar on Dalit Issues: Strategies for Inclusive Growth and Development organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune on 3-4th January, 2014.
9. Status of Dalit Women in India paper presented at Two-Day ICSSR Sponsored National Conference entitled Human Rights in India: Dalits, Tribals and Minorities organized by Centre for Gandhian Thoughts & Peace Studies, School of Social Science, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar on 21st and 22nd November, 2013.
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10. Participated in One day State level Work Shop on “Review of Extension” organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune on 28th September, 2013.
11. Lifelong Learning and Sustainable Development: A Case Study Of Adult Education Department paper presented at One-Day National Seminar entitled Envisioning the Department of Adult Education: Contributions of Dr. Balachandra Phadke (On the eve of Dr. Balachandra Phadke Birth Anniversary) organized by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune on 13th May, 2013
12. Life Long Learning and Sustainable Development National Seminar Conducted by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur on 1st – 2nd February, 2012 and presented the following paper entitled:
1. Use of ICT for Promotion of Lifelong Learning and Skill Development
2. Communication and Media for Lifelong Learning
13. Empowerment through Skill Development paper presented at 95th Annual Conference of The Indian Economic Association “Growth and Structural Changes in Employment” organized by GITAM University, Visakhapatnam, during 27 – 29th December, 2012.
14. Health Care Determents of Tribes Paper presented at National Seminar on “Tribal Issues and Strategies for Empowerment” organized by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune during 22 – 23 November, 2012
15. Empowerment through Skill Development paper presented at National Seminar on Skill Development for Self Development (Deploying Skills Development Modalities) organized by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune during12 – 13 October, 2012
16. Participated in Continuing Work-Shop on Recent Trends in Research Methodology in Social Sciences for the faculty on the Pune University Campus organized by Interdisciplinary School (IDS) Humanities and Social Science, University of Pune, Pune on 26th July, 2012.
17. Value Education through Extension Activities paper presented at State Level Workshop on Strengthening Extension: Feedback and Future Strategies organized by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune during 24 July, 2012
18. Participated in One day Work Shop on Research Methodology: An Overview organized by Jayakar Library, University of Pune in collaboration with Sage India on 10th July, 2012.
19. Career Guidance – A Boon to Success paper presented at National Seminar on “Career Guidance and Counselling Programes in Educational Institutions” organized by the Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati during 20th to 21st March, 2012
20. Policies and Procedures for Fieldwork of Lifelong Learning paper presented at National Workshop on “Fieldwork component in Training
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Lifelong Learning Professionals” organized by the Dept. of Continuing & Adult Education & Extension work, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai held during 15 – 16th March, 2012
21. Role of Saakshar Bharat Programme to Providing Skill Development and Lifelong Learning paper presented at National Seminar on Skills Development and Lifelong Learning conducted by Dept. of Lifelong Learning, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar on 20-21st January 2012.
22. Saakshar Bharat Programme in India paper presented at National Workshop on Capacity and Life Skills Building Conducted by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Delhi, Delhi on 28th – 29th April, 2011 and act as chairperson in one technical session.
23. Skill Development through Saakshar Bharat Programme paper presented at National Seminar on Employability of the Youth: Policies and Strategies conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 28th February to 31st March 2011.
24. Doctors Be Aware paper presented at National Seminar on Consumer Protection and Welfare, jointly organized by Dr. B.R.A. College of Law, Centre for Consumer Studies, IIPA, New Delhi and Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi on 13th and 14th August, 2010
25. Political Consciousness and Knowledge of Dalit Women Students: A Case Study of Visakhapatnam paper presented at National Seminar on Strategies for Inclusive Growth and Development of Scheduled Castes jointly organized by Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Andhra University and Dr. Ambedkar People’s Educational Trust, Hyderabad on 29th March 2010
26. Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of the Continuing Education Beneficiaries towards Insurance paper presented at National Seminar on A Decade of Liberalised Insurance Industry – Way Ahead jointly conducted by Centre for Social Science Research & Department of Economics, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and Visakhapatnam Insurance Institute, Visakhapatnam on 11th March 2010.
27. Perspectives on Tribal Development – An Interface with Adivasis, NGOs, Government Departments and Elected Representatives, workshop jointly organized by Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Andhra University and Integrated Tribal Development Agency – Paderu on 21st – 22nd February 2010.
28. Escalating People’s Participation in Rural Development paper presented at National Seminar on People’s Participation in Development conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 3-4th February 2010.
29. Resource Politics, Climate Change, Environmental Degradation, and Displacement in India, National Workshop jointly organized by Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Andhra University and Mahanirban Calcutta Research Group (CRG), Kolkata on 22nd – 24th January 2010.
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30. Training Needs of the Women paper presented at National Seminar on Work Participation and Training Opportunities for Women: Status and Strategies conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 5-6th December 2009.
31. Gender and Development, National Seminar jointly Conducted by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Srikakulam and Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu on 10-11th August 2009 and presented the papers entitled
1. Empowerment through Self Help Groups: A Case Study of Grater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation.
2. AIDS and Traditional Health Beliefs and Practices of Fisher Folk Villages of North Costal Andhra Pradesh.
32. Innovations in Adult Education and Health Programmes, National Seminar conducted by Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 25-26th February 2009 and presented the papers entitled
1. Awareness on HIV / AIDS of the Fisher folk Villages of Coastal Andhra Pradesh
2. Sustainable Education and Livelihood support in Jeerupalem – A Case Study of ARDAR
33. Vulnerability of Aged: Few Case Studies of ARDAR paper presented at National Seminar on Income Security of Aged Conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 28-29th January 2009.
34. Training for Functionaries: General Principals, Methods and Evaluation of Training lesson presented at National Seminar on Preparation of Source Book on Adult and Continuing Education Conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 26-27th November 2008.
35. Recovering Lost Childhood:: Rescue and Rehabilitation for Trafficked Girl Children: A Case Study of ARDAR paper presented at National Seminar on Human Resource Development and Social Exclusion conducted by Department of Economics, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 6-7th October 2008.
36. Role of Micro-Credit and Extension Education in Community Development paper presented at National Seminar on Empowerment of Weaker Sections: Future Planning and Strategies for Rural Development in Andhra Pradesh conducted by Department of Sociology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 28-29th March 2008.
37. Rescue and Rehabilitation Home for Abandoned Girl Children: A Case Study of ARDAR paper presented at National Seminar on Youth and Globalization: Issues and Challenges conducted by Department of Social Work, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 28-29th February 2008.
38. Teacher Educators’: Problems and Empowering Strategies paper presented at National Seminar on K-12 and Teacher Education: Issues and
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Concerns conducted by Dadi Educational Institutions, Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam district on 29-30th July 2007.
39. Improvement of the Entrepreneur Skills of Project Staff of Adult and Continuing Education paper presented at National Seminar cum Workshop on Quality Improvement of the Staff of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension Programme Conducted by Centre for Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu on 30-31st March 2007.
40. Evolving Strategies for the Human Resource Development among the Neo-Literates: Status and Future Directions, National Seminar conducted by Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 26-27th February 2007 and presented the papers entitled
1. Continuing Education Programme is a Strategy For Human Resource Development
2. Continuing Education vis-à-vis Human Resource Development
41. Education and Sustainable Livelihoods in Rural Areas, 2nd South zone conference / UGC National Seminar conducted by Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 7-9th January 2007 and presented the papers entitled
1. Education as Rural Development Strategy
2. Continuing Education Centre Activities in Rural Development
42. Information Communication Technology and Non-formal Education paper presented at National Seminar on Teacher Education and Global Trends, conducted by Dept. of Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 29-30th December 2006.
43. Changing Trends in Adult Continuing Education and Extension Programmes in India from 1951 to 2001 paper presented at National Seminar on Changing Trends in Adult, Continuing Education, Extension and Field Outreach: Present Status and Future Perspectives, conducted by Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education, Extension and Field Outreach, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar on 15-16th December 2006.
44. Strategies for the Involvement of Adult Education in Student Counselling and Career Guidance, National Seminar conducted by Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 7-8th December 2006 and presented the papers entitled
1. Changing Trends in Counselling and Guidance: A Psychological Perspective
2. Role of Universities in Student Counselling and Career Guidance
45. Evolving Strategies for Extension Services of Universities in XI Five-Year Plan, National Seminar conducted by Dept. of Adult & Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 7-8th October 2006 and presented the papers entitled
1. University Extension Education: Strategies for an Uncertain Future
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2. Extension Education through e-learning: A Strategy for Development
46. Integration of Career Guidance in Graduation and Post-Graduation Curriculum paper presented in UGC Seminar on “Strategies and Recent Trends in Students’ Counseling / Placement / Career Guidance in Higher Education” organized by Dept. of Adult and Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 16-17th August 2006.
47. Emerging Challenges and Perspectives In Nomads Development In 21st Century paper presented in UGC Seminar on “Practices and Approaches in Empowering Nomads” organized by Dept. of Adult and Cont. Education, A.U., Visakhapatnam on 27th – 28th March 2005.
48. Empowerment of Women in Political Participation paper presented in First South Zone Conference of AICMED on “Sustainable Education and Women Empowerment” held at Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupati on 16 – 17th March 2006.
49. Research in Alternative Systems of Education paper presented in National Seminar on “Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning: Present Status and Future Directions” organized by Dept. of Adult and Continuing Education, S.V. University, Tirupati on 3rd – 4th March 2006.
50. Creation And Evaluation of Political Awareness Among Urban Masses paper presented in State level Seminar on “Continuing Education with Emphasis on Developing working / life skills of Neo-Literates” Jointly organized by State Resource Centre for Adult and Continuing Education (SRC) & Society for Promotion of Adult Continuing Education (SPACE), Hyderabad on 27–28th February 2006.
51. Communication and Information Technology in Literacy for Rural Development: A Pragmatic Approach paper presented in National Seminar on “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century” held at Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam on 27-28th Jan 2006.
52. Extension through Universities: A Perceptive paper presented in National Seminar on “Extension as third dimension of the university present status, problems and future directions” held at Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupathi on 19th – 20th January 2006.
53. A Study on the Mass Media Access, Exposure and Preferences of the Tribes towards Adult Education in Visakhapatnam Tribal Region paper presented in National Seminar on “Draft National Policy on Tribal & Human Resource Development in Tribal Areas” held at Dept. of Economics and Rural Development, Andhra University Campus, Etcherla, Srikakulam, on 6th-7th January 2006.
54. Integrated Approach of Non-Governmental Organization, University towards Community Development: A Perspective paper presented in National Seminar on “Linkage between University and Non-Governmental Organizations” held at Dept. of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, S.V. University, Tirupathi on 5 – 6th Dec 2005,
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55. “Tribal Development – A Perspective” Zonal Seminar, held at Government Junior College, Ananthagiri, Visakhapatnam district, on 11th – 12th November 2005 and presented the papers entitled
1. A Study of the Factors relating to the Literacy Attainment among the Tribal women of Visakhapatnam District
2. Opinion of the Tribes towards Functioning of the Continuing Education Centres in Visakhapatnam Tribal Region
3. Caste variations in Reproductive Health Status of Tribal Women: A Study of Visakhapatnam Tribal Region
56. “Employment Opportunities and Welfare of the Disabled: Future Directions” National Seminar held at Institute for Development Research and Alternatives, Tirupathi Sponsored by ICSSC, New, on 16th – 17th October 2005 and presented the paper entitled
1. Handicapped: Problems and Empowering Strategies
2. Welfare, Education, Training and Employment promotion for Disabled
57. University Adult Education Department in Community Development paper presented in Regional Seminar on “The role of University Departments in Community Development” on 8th September 2005 Department of Adult and Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam;
58. Nomadic and their Empowerment paper presented in the State level Seminar on “Nomadics and their Empowerment” conducted by Garthapuri Consumers Council, Guntur on 6th - 8th June 2004;
59. A study on the functioning of Continuing Education Centres as perceived by the Continuing Education Committees paper presented in the UGC national seminar on “Literacy & Development through voluntarism” on March 7-8, 2002.
60. Maximization of Volunteers participation in Akshara Sankranti Programme Paper presented in the national seminar on “People Participation in the Akshara Sankranti Programme” on 22nd October, 2001. IAEA, A.P. Branch.
61. Participated in the South Zone conference on “Strategies for Continuing Education and Jan Shikshan Sansthans’ on 29th and 30th July 2000 at S.V. University, Tirupati organized by Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension and collaboration with Indian Adult Education Association, New Delhi.
62. Participated in Mathematics Seventh Congress Organized by Department of Mathematics, Dr. L. Bullayya Post Graduate College, Visakhapatnam on 5th and 6th October 1997.
Seminars / Workshops / Conferences / Training Programmes Organized
Workshop Director for UPE–II Scheme of Social Determinants of Health - Workshop for Reviewing the Research Project entitled ‘Context Consciousness in Health Care: A Study’ on 23rd January 2015
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Programme coordinator for One Day Training–cum–Workshop for NGOs on Resource Mobilisation and Capacity Building on 10th January, 2015
Seminar Co-coordinator for International Seminar on Social Inequalities in Higher Education: Identifying Parallels in India and Brazil during 23rd – 24th May, 2014
Seminar Coordinator for National Seminar on Forging Ahead: Futuristic Strategies and Challenges for Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension during 19-20th February, 2014
Seminar Co-Coordinator for National Seminar on Dalit Issues: Strategies for Inclusive Growth and Development during 3-4th January, 2014
Collaboration Programme on Role of University, Industry and NGO as partners of Sustainable Community Development organized on 23rd October, 2013
Course Co-Director for Capacity Building Training Programme on The Criticality of Social Science Research: Perspectives and Application in Research Methodology sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi during 15th to 29th May 2013,
Seminar Coordinator for National Seminar on Envisioning the Department of Adult Education: Contributions of Dr. Bhalachandra Phadke (On the eve of Dr. Bhalachandra Phadke Birth Anniversary) on 13th May, 2013,
World AIDS Day – 2012 (1st December) observed through colleges and one NGO, Coordinator of this event.
Seminar Coordinator for National Seminar on Tribal Issues and Strategies for Empowerment during 22 & 23 November, 2012,
Interactive Session with Prof. K.S. Chalam, Former Member, Union Public Service Commission on Orientation of Civil Services Career Options in India on 21st November, 2012, Programme Coordinator
International Literacy Day – 2012 (8th September) observed through five colleges and one NGO, Coordinator of this event.
University Level Programme on “Perspectives of Extension – An Interface with College Teachers (Programme Coordinators)” on 6th September, 2012
World Population Day – 2012 (11th July) observed through five colleges and one NGO, Coordinator of this event.
Training on Fund Raising Techniques, Mobilizing and Management of Community Resources for Voluntary Organisations / NGOs on 20th March, 2012
Short-term Academic Courses
Participated in Refresher Course in Adult and Continuing Education (Interdisciplinary) theme of “Community Education” organized by UGC – Academic Staff College, North Eastern Hill University(NEHU), Shillong, Meghalaya from 27th October, to 16th November, 2014
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Participated in 147th Orientation Programme organized by UGC – Academic Staff Collage, University of Pune, Pune from 1st to 28th August, 2013
Training on Fund Raising Techniques and Resource Management for Voluntary Organizations conducted by National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development, Bangalore from 20th to 23rd October 2009.
Research Methodology course at Centre for Social Science Research, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam from 10th June to 16th June 2004.
Spoken Sanskrit course at Department of Sanskrit, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati from 15th April to 23rd May 2002.
Project / Dissertation Work
Pre Election Voter Awareness Campaign (PEVAC) in Anakapalle and Vizianagaram Municipalities: An Assessment Study (2005)
A Study on the Functioning and Performance of Continuing Education Committees in Tirupati Rural Mandal, Chittoor District, AP (2000)
A Study on the Functioning of Continuing Education Programme in Tirupati Rural Mandal, Chittoor District, AP (1999)
Editorial Board Member
Indian Journal of Lifelong Learning and Development
International Research Journal for Trans – Disciplinary Studies
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Advanced Research Trends
Membership in Professional Bodies
1. Life member, Indian Adult Education Association, New Delhi (Membership
No. 2196)
2. Secretary, Sandhya Krishna Welfare Society, a registered Non-
Governmental Organization, Visakhapatnam
3. Life member, All India Council for Mass Education and Development,
Kolkotta, West Bengal.
Examination Work
1. Appointed as Paper Setter for B.A. F.Y/S.Y./T.Y theory for adult education for the May 2015 examinations and letter No. 15012800072 dated 28th January, 2015
2. Appointed as Paper Setter for B.A. F.Y/S.Y./T.Y theory for adult education for the May 2014 examinations and letter No. 14020900001 dated 2nd September, 2014
3. Appointed as Paper Setter for B.A. F.Y/S.Y./T.Y theory for adult education for the May 2013 examinations and letter No. 13082900168 dated 28th August, 2013
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NET / SET Observer
1. Participated as UGC NET observer (Jalgaon Center) for the NET examination conducted by the CBSE, New Delhi on 28th December, 2014
2. Participated as SET observer (Ahmednager Centre) for the SET examination conducted by the University of Pune on
3. Participated as SET observer (Pune Centre) for the SET examination conducted by the University of Pune on 17th February, 2013
Field Experiences in the Projects / Department
1. Now working as Assistant Professor, Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, University of Pune, Pune, Maharashtra from 14th December, 2011 to till date.
2. Worked as Consultant (Research & Evaluation) in National literacy Mission Authority, MHRD, Govt. of India from 1st September 2010 to 13th December 2011.
3. Worded as Research Associate, Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam from 10th February 2010 to 31st August 2010.
4. Worked as a Field Investigator in the Department of Adult & Continuing Education, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam under the Xth Plan activity from 2nd September 2006 to 31st March 2007
5. Worked as a Field Investigator in the Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati under Tribal Research Project of Ministry of Tribal Affairs from 2nd September 2001 to 31st March 2002.
Personal Profile
Date of Birth - 30th June 1976
Father’s Name - Jagannadha Rao, Retired Sanitary Inspector
