LIET, Vice-Principal: Dr Dwarka Prasad Interview

Dr Dwarka Prasad is presently serving as Vice-Principal at LIET, Alwar. Having a total experience of 25 years consisting of 07 years in industry and 18 years in teaching, he has presented a number of Research Papers in various National and International Journals. Also, Dr Prasad has attended many Faculty Development Programs, Seminars, International Conferences, and Short Term Courses. 

What are the challenges of distance learning amid the pandemic?

“Personalized interactions for student growth”

All schools have to close across the world due to COVID-19 pandemic. Globally, over 1.2 billion children are out of the classroom. Consequently, education has changed dramatically, with the distinctive rise of e-learning, whereby teaching is undertaken remotely and on digital platforms. Online education is usually regarded as time saving and cost effective education since students do not need to drive to a classroom. Face-to-face instruction is however not guaranteed in online classes. Therefore, those common quality indicators do not and should not apply to online education. 

How do you ensure the quality of education in online mediums?

“Following guidelines and maintaining student interest”

It was researched that online learning has been shown to increase retention of information and take less time. The University has instructed all affiliating colleges to conduct classes / Midterms / Practicals in Online Mode following SOP. The University and Colleges are tackling the operational challenges posed by Covid-19 very well in the interest of students. Studies show there has been an annual growth of 5% or more in the online learning space, year on year. Every level of the education system can be enhanced through online courses, as students can study at their own pace and work with course materials that are adapted to their needs and learning abilities. 

What will be the impact of COVID on the industry 5 years down the line?

“Increment in vulnerability and poverty”

The pandemic has harmed the poor and vulnerable the most, and it is threatening to push millions more into poverty. The COVID-19 recession has seen the fastest, steepest downgrades in consensus growth projections among all global recessions. Also, the debt service to official bilateral creditors will impose a heavy burden for years to come and will cause a heavy impact on Businesses and Jobs. The high cost of healthcare, closing classrooms, internet inequalities and gender distinctions will be seen dramatically.

What program do you offer in your institute that helps students outperform?

“Latest technical courses taught by experienced faculty”

LIET offers Four Year B.Tech Programs and Three-year Diploma Programs. In the Four years B.Tech Program, we have four departments i.e Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Computer Science Engineering. We have dedicated, highly experienced and qualified faculties from IITs, NITs and from Govt. Engineering Colleges to teach and help students outperform and stand apart from the crowd.

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How does the program ensure that students are being prepared for the future?

“Industrial integration and project learning”

Our curriculum has been designed by Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, which possesses a combination of academic theory and industry practices. We prefer business simulations, real-time case studies, seminars, Industrial Training, live projects, and other pedagogical practices to ensure that our students are well equipped to become engineers, businessmen, managers and leaders.

What are your views on the hybrid education model?

“A dynamic choice for student learning experience”

There are various types of hybrid education models: (i) The differential Model, (ii) The multi-track model, (iii) The split A/B model, (iv) The virtual accommodation model, and (v) The independent project model. All the models have their own significance, advantages and disadvantages. In all the models students may interact being at home and in person. In 2021, the conversation has now shifted to the discussion of the hybrid model.

How are the education systems in India and other foreign countries structured differently?

“Socialist attributes and practical learning”

The main difference between India and other countries is that India has a special feature named “unity in diversity.” People in India treat everyone as a family member. India is the largest democratic country in the world. Unlike other countries, Indians give more priority to relations. The Indian education system somewhere lags in creativity, however. Whereas in foreign countries; they focus more on practical-based learning. In India, education is seen as a formality, part of the routine; every Indian must get a degree of Engineering or Medical stream, whether you learn something or not, is the mindset.

What do you think should be the priority of education institutions in the coming years?

“Research orientation and hands-on training”

Teaching and research are extremely important in the education sector. According to my, only the education sector can fulfill all the needs of industry. Therefore, as an educator, I would suggest and recommend that in technical institutions and colleges there should be more focus on practical lab and work. We have to keep ourselves updated with recent trends of industry from time to time.

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Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth?

“Hard Work is Key To Success”

Keep on working hard. Don’t run behind money. Help the poor. Your health - mental, physical and spiritual, should be your top priority. Be neat and clean. Never leave your roots no matter how successful and rich you grow. You are already very lucky, if you are living with your parents and eating homemade food. Not all of us enjoy that luxury. Value your parents and give them the respect they deserve.