Faculty Development Programme on Outcome-Based Education & Accreditation

Shaping the Future of Higher Education Through Excellence in Teaching

At Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Nagpur, we firmly believe that the quality of education is only as strong as the educators who impart it. In our pursuit of academic excellence, industry-aligned teaching, and continuous improvement, we are committed to providing faculty members with the right tools, methodologies, and global best practices.

It was in this spirit of growth and innovation that SIT Nagpur, in collaboration with the Symbiosis Teaching and Learning Resource Centre (STLRC), SIU, and the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR), Chandigarh, successfully hosted a five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) & Accreditation from March 3-7, 2025.

With the enthusiastic participation of 48 dedicated faculty members, this FDP was a transformative step toward ensuring structured learning, accreditation readiness, and enhanced teaching methodologies that align with NBA and NAAC accreditation frameworks.

Honoring Our Distinguished Guests & Key Resource Persons

A programme of this magnitude would not have been possible without the guidance and insights of some of the most esteemed education leaders. Their expertise and unwavering commitment to quality education enriched the learning experience for every participant.

🎤 Chief Guest:

🔹 Dr. B. R. Gurjar, Director, NITTTR, Chandigarh

💬 His deep dive into accreditation provided invaluable guidance on achieving and maintaining quality benchmarks.

🎤 Convener:

🔹 Dr. Nitin Rakesh, Director, SIT Nagpur

🎤 Co-Convenor:

🔹 Dr. Sagar Kumar Badhiye

🎤 Key Resource Persons from NITTTR, Chandigarh:

🔹 Dr. Meenakshi Sood – Expertise in framing Course Outcomes (COs) & Program Outcomes (POs), bringing clarity to OBE implementation.

🔹 Dr. Sandeep Singh Gill – In-depth session on NBA Accreditation & Self-Assessment Reports (SAR) for institutional excellence.

🔹 Dr. Ritula Thakur – Guidance on CO/PO attainment and rubric-based assessment for structured evaluations.

🔹 Dr. Pankaj Sharma – Enlightening discussion on ICT tools in academia & research ethics, highlighting the importance of technology-driven education.

Key Learnings & Programme Highlights

Each day of the FDP was meticulously planned to offer faculty members hands-on experience, theoretical knowledge, and exposure to best practices in Outcome-Based Education (OBE).

🌟 Day 1: Understanding the Fundamentals of OBE

• Shifting from traditional content-driven learning to learner-centric education.

• The role of Bloom’s Taxonomy in defining structured learning objectives.

🌟 Day 2: Framing Course Outcomes (COs) & Program Outcomes (POs)

• Hands-on session on writing measurable and structured learning objectives.

• Aligning academic courses with real-world competencies.

🌟 Day 3: Mapping Learning Outcomes & Assessment Strategies

• Developing structured evaluations through CO-PO-PSO mapping.

• Implementing feedback-driven continuous improvement strategies.

🌟 Day 4: ICT Tools in Academia & Evaluation Techniques

• Exploring the role of digital platforms, AI-powered assessments, and automated grading in education.

• Understanding rubric-based grading models for fair and structured evaluations.

🌟 Day 5: Research Ethics & Academic Integrity

• Addressing ethical concerns in authorship, data transparency, and research methodologies.

• Strengthening faculty awareness of intellectual property rights (IPR) and plagiarism detection tools.

Gratitude & Acknowledgments

A programme of this scale is a collective effort, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to its success:

✅ Dr. Vidya Yerwadekar – For her invaluable time and encouragement to participants.

✅ Dr. Ramkrishnan Raman – For sharing his vision on how OBE shapes the future of academia.

✅ Dr. B. R. Gurjar – For enlightening faculty members on accreditation and quality benchmarks.

✅ Dr. Meenakshi Sood, Dr. Sandeep Singh Gill, Dr. Ritula Thakur & Dr. Pankaj Sharma – For leading impactful and deeply insightful sessions.

✅ Dr. Nitin Rakesh – For his unwavering support and leadership in faculty development.

✅ Dr. Sagar Badhiye, Dr. Pradnya Borkar & Dr. Rashmi Sharma – For their dedicated coordination efforts.

✅ Dr. Sofia Gaikwad, Head, STLRC, SIU – For her continuous support in faculty training initiatives.

✅ The entire organizing team – For their commitment to executing a seamless learning experience.

✅ All faculty participants – For their active engagement, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence in education.

A Transformational Step Toward Future-Ready Education

This FDP was not just a learning opportunity—it was a step toward redefining higher education at SIT Nagpur. It reinforced Symbiosis International University’s commitment to excellence, accreditation, and student-centric education. By integrating OBE principles, accreditation standards, and technology-driven teaching methodologies, our faculty members are now equipped to drive innovation in classrooms, mentor students with a structured approach, and elevate learning outcomes to global standards.

As we move forward, let us continue to shape the future of higher education, inspire the next generation of engineers, and create a lasting impact on academic excellence.

We look forward to many more such initiatives that empower educators, bridge academia-industry gaps, and build a future-ready learning ecosystem.