TECHNICAL EDUCATION IN INDIA - FACULTY SURVEY
Dear Esteemed Faculty Member,
We invite you to participate in our survey on "Technical Education in India: Past, Present, and Future." Technical education in India has undergone a remarkable evolution over the years, navigating a journey marked by significant transformations and advancements. From its humble beginnings rooted in traditional craftsmanship and apprenticeships, India's technical education landscape has burgeoned into a complex ecosystem of institutions, curricula, and technological advancements. The past has seen the inception of pioneering initiatives, the present witnesses a dynamic interplay of academic rigor and industry relevance, while the future promises an exciting trajectory shaped by digitalization, globalization, and the urgent need for skill-driven education.
Your academic expertise and experience in the realm of technical education are invaluable to gaining a comprehensive understanding of its historical trajectory, current status, and future potential. As educators and mentors in this domain, your insights provide a crucial perspective on the challenges, advancements, and aspirations within technical education. By sharing your thoughts and observations, you contribute to shaping a more effective and responsive technical education system. Your candid responses are highly appreciated, and we thank you for being an integral part of this knowledge-gathering endeavor. This survey is anonymous, and your responses will be kept confidential
Please provide the details about your institute to the best of your knowledge
Section:1 Demographic Information *
1.1. Name of the Institution where you are working *
1.2. Address of the Institution where you are working *
1.3. State in which Institute is located *
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Andhra Pradesh
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Arunachal Pradesh
Assam
Bihar
Chandigarh
Chhattisgarh
Dadar and Nagar Haveli
Daman and Diu
Delhi
Lakshadweep
Puducherry
Goa
Gujarat
Haryana
Himachal Pradesh
Jammu and Kashmir
Jharkhand
Karnataka
Kerala
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Manipur
Meghalaya
Mizoram
Nagaland
Odisha
Punjab
Rajasthan
Sikkim
Tamil Nadu
Telangana
Tripura
Uttar Pradesh
Uttarakhand
West Bengal
1.4. Location of Institute:
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Rural
Urban
Metro
1.5. Type of Institution where you are working *
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Institutes of National Importance (e.g., IITs, NITs, IIITs, AIIMS, IIMs, IISERs, IISC etc)
Government Institutes/Colleges
Government Universities/ Government Deemed-to-be Universities
Private Universities/ Private Deemed-to-be Universities
Private Colleges
Any other (Please select & specify below.)
1.6. Highest Qualification of Respondent *
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Bachelors
Masters
Doctorate
Post-Doctorate
1.7. Designation of Respondent *
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Lecturer
Assistant
Professor
Associate Professor
1.8 Name of Programme in which you are teaching *
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Engg & Tech/Skill-oriented
Pharmaceutical
Management
Architecture
Town Planning
Applied Arts and Crafts
Hotel Management and Catering
Computer Applications
Any other (Please select & specify below.)
1.9. Accreditation Status:
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Accreditated
Not Accredited
1.10. Institutional NIRF Rank (if any):
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For sections 2 to 6, rate the statements from 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest rating and 5 being the highest rating
Section:2 Institutional Quality, Planning and Governance *
2.1. The institution provides a conducive work environment.
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2.2. The institution is actively involved in quality assurance processes and accreditation.
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2.3. The programs offered by the institution are up-to-date and relevant.
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2.4. Institutional goals and objectives are well-defined and communicated to all concerned.
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2.5. There is effective coordination and collaboration among different departments.
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2.6. Decision-making processes of management are transparent and inclusive.
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2.7. Continuous improvement initiatives are integrated into administrative practices.
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2.8. The institution provides autonomy to faculty to experiment and innovate for enhancing the quality of teaching learning.
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Section:3 Curriculum and Teaching Pedagogy *
3.1. The curriculum is up-to-date and aligned with industry trends.
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3.2. Industry professionals are involved in curriculum development.
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3.3. The institution is proactive in adapting to changes in technology and education trends by revising curriculum periodically.
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3.4. The institution offers bridge courses to strengthen foundational knowledge.
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3.5. The institution offers a variety of elective courses to cater to diverse interests.
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3.6.The institution offers supplemental instruction or remedial classes for challenging topics/ courses.
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3.7.The institution uses Learning Management System (LMS) for digital teaching and assessment.
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Section:4 Infrastructure and Facilities *
4.1. The institution provides state-of-the-art laboratory facilities for practical learning.
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4.2. The library resources are sufficient for academic research and self-study.
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4.3. The institution provides an adequate number of classrooms equipped with smart boards and proper seating arrangements.
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4.4. The institution provides adequate instructional media to teachers for integrating in teaching-learning.
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4.5. The institution has adequate internet and computational facilities.
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4.6. Adequate resources are available to access online learning and e-platforms for teaching and assessments.
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4.7. The institution provides adequate space and infrastructure for the professional development of faculty.
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Section:5 Industry Collaboration *
5.1. The institution has strong ties with industries for internships and placements.
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5.2. Faculty has opportunities to work on real-world projects in collaboration with industries.
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5.3. Industry professionals frequently engage with faculty through workshops and seminars.
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Section:6 Institutional Support, Continuous Improvement and Research *
6.1. The leadership of the institution actively seeks feedback and suggestions from faculty.
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6.2. The leadership of the institution takes corrective/improvement initiatives based on feedback provided.
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6.3. The institution supports faculty research initiatives.
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6.4. The institution promotes lifelong learning and upskilling among faculty and staff.
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Section:7 Rank the reasons for the decline in admissions. Click on Add to set Highest to Lowest priority in order *
Decline in admissions:
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a. Low market value of programs
b. Wrong Nomenclature of programs
c. High tuition fee of programs
d. Outdated/irrelevant curricula of programs
e. Inadequate infrastructure availability at institution
f. Shortage of qualified faculty at institution
g. Focus on theoretical knowledge in the curriculum
h. Oversaturation of graduates in a particular course results in reduced employment opportunities
i. Outdated/Nonrelevant programs
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Reasons of Decline in admissions:
Section:8 Answer The Following Questions
8.1 In your perception, what are the areas that are going to be obsolete/less demanding in the technical education system *
3-D Animation & Graphics
3-D Animation & Graphics
Aerospace Engineering
Agricultural Science and Technology
Animation And Multimedia Technology
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Automotive Engineering
Bioinformatics
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Signal Processing and Instrumentation
Biotechnology
Ceramic Technology
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Construction Planning and Management
Control Systems
Engineering Physics
Fine Arts
Food Engineering and Technology
Geotechnical Engineering
High Voltage Engineering
Highway Engineering
Industrial Pharmacy
Information Technology
Instrumentation And Control
Manufacturing Engineering
Marine Engineering
Masters In Computer Applications
Material Science and Technology
Materials Science
MBA (Banking and Financial Services)
MBA (General Management)
MBA (Information Technology)
MBA (Infrastructure Management)
MBA (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development)
MBA (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Metallurgy
Mining Engineering
Petrochemical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
PGDM (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
PGDM (Marketing)
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Pharmaceutical Assurance
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutics
Pharmacognosy Herbal Drugs
Pharmacology
Power Electronics
Production Engineering
Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
Software Engineering
Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
Structural Engineering
Textile Engineering
Thermal Engineering
VLSI And Embedded Systems
Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering
Web Designing
Any Other (please specify):
8.2. In your perception, what are the upcoming/futuristic fields in the technical education system *
3D Printing
5G and beyond
Adv. AI & Mach. Learning
Advanced Automation
Adv. Data Analytics & Edge Computing
Aerospace and Space Exploration
Agricultural Technology (AgTech)
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
Blockchain Technology
Building Information Modeling
Clean Tech. (CleanTech)/Green Tech.
Cloud Computing
Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
Computer Vision
Cybersecurity & Cyber Physical Sys. Sec.
Digital Marketing
Digital twinning Technologies
E-commerce
Education Technology (EdTech)
E-Learning and Edu. Tech. (EdTech)
Financial Technology (Fintech)
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
Internet of Things (IoT)
Medical Device Integration
Mixed reality
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Quantum Computing
Regulatory and Ethical Considerations
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Renewable Energy
Retail Automation
Risk Management
Robotics and Automation
Smart Cities
Smart Manufacturing
Sustainable Practices
Telemedicine and Remote Health Monitoring
Any Other (please specify):
SECTION:9 TEACHING METHODS, EVALUATION AND PLACEMENTS
Note:- First select the five methods afteron fill the percentages
9.1. Select 05 methods most frequently used by you in classroom. Provide the approximate percentage of usage for each method?
Traditional Lecture
Demonstration (software/experiment)
Guided Practice (teacher actively leads students through problem-solving or exercises)
Drill and Practice (Repeated exercises for mastery of concepts, example numericals/equations)
Discussion-Based Learning (eg: seminars, debates)
Problem-Based Learning (students solve real-world problems collaboratively)
Inquiry-Based Learning (students investigate questions, problems, or scenarios with minimal teacher guidance)
Case Study Method (analysing and discussing real-life or hypothetical scenarios)
Project-Based Learning (student-driven projects related to course objectives)
Flipped Classroom (content is delivered outside the classroom (e.g., videos), while in-class time is used for active learning)
Role-Playing (students act out scenarios to better understand concepts)
Blended Learning (combines online and face-to-face instruction)
Peer-to-peer learning
Online Learning (courses conducted over digital platforms with or without live interaction)
Gamification (using game-like elements (e.g., badges, levels) to encourage learning)
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality (Immersive learning experiences in simulated environments)
Learning Management Systems (platforms like Moodle, Blackboard for content delivery and interaction)
Interactive Simulations and Virtual Labs (digital tools for replicating practical experiences)
9.2. Select 05 methods you employ for developing students’ soft skills. Provide the approximate percentage of usage for each method.
Group discussions and debates
Role-playing and simulations
Case studies and real-world problem solving
Presentations and public speaking exercises
Peer-to-peer learning
Experiential learning (e.g., internships, community projects)
Workshops conducted by industry professionals
Mentorship programs
Online interactive modules
Collaborative team-based projects
Feedback and reflection sessions
9.3. Select 05 methods you employ for improving students’ technical skills. Provide the approximate percentage of usage for each method..
Hands-on lab sessions
Project-based learning
Flipped classrooms
Industry-relevant case studies
Demonstrations and tutorials
Simulations and virtual labs
Coding bootcamps or hackathons
Technical seminars or workshops
Collaborative problem-solving sessions
Integration of industry tools and software
Use of multimedia resources (e.g., videos, animations)
Online learning platforms (e.g., SWAYAM, Coursera)
Research-oriented assignments
Industrial visits
AR/VR Techniques
9.4. Rank top 5 evaluation and assessment methods that are being used by your institute.
Evaluation and Assessment:
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a. Subjective Exams (Short/Long Answer)
b. Objective Exams
c. Oral Exams/Viva
d. Quizzes
e. Assignments
f. Fieldwork Evaluation
g. Capstone Projects (projects that integrate learning from the entire course)
h. Research Papers
i. Oral presentations
j. Game-Based Assessments
k. Peer Reviews
l. Collaborative Assessment
m. Class Participation
n. Hackathons/Seminars/Events
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Ranked Evaluation and Assessment:
9.5. Rank top 05 placement-related programmes offered in your institute to enhance student placements.
Placement-related programmes:
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a.Core Placement Preparation Courses (Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis and Problem Solving, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning)
b. Soft Skills and Personality Development
c. Communication Skills and Presentation Techniques (Public Speaking, Interpersonal Skills and Team Building, Time Management and Productivity Techniques, Professional Etiquette and Workplace Culture)
d. Specialized Placement Readiness Courses (Resume Writing and Portfolio Development, Mock Interview and Group Discussion Training, Corporate and Behavioral Etiquette)
e. Internship and Project-Based Courses (Internship Program, Capstone Project)
f.Technical Skill Development Courses
g. Certifications and Value-Added Courses
h. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Courses
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Ranked Placement-related programmes:
Section:10 Comments and Suggestions
Please provide any additional comments, suggestions, or insights on the changes you would like to see in your institution/programme for its betterment.
Section 11: Closing Section
Thank you for participating in this survey. Your insights as a faculty are crucial for understanding the technical education in India
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