The ATAL Academy Faculty Development Programme 2023-24 has been initiated by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) with the goal of revolutionizing higher education in India.
The program’s inauguration and introduction of the ATAL portal were led by Chairman Prof. T.G. Sitharam. He emphasized the program’s significance in equipping educators with essential competencies for Education 4.0. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the National Education Policy 2020 and strives to empower faculty members to excel as proficient educators, researchers, innovators, and leaders in their respective domains.
Within the framework of the ATAL Academy, faculty members will have access to top-tier Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) encompassing both technical and non-technical disciplines. Recognized AICTE institutions can conduct offline FDPs spanning various fields such as Engineering, Management, Computer Application, Arts and Crafts, Life Skill Development, Indian Knowledge System, Universal Human Values, and more. These comprehensive programs will encompass specialized knowledge, industry integration, effective pedagogy, research acumen, life skills, community engagement, and professional growth.
Coinciding with the launch of the ATAL Academy, AICTE, in partnership with Arm Education and STMicroelectronics, has unveiled the second iteration of the “Inventors Challenge-2023.” This competition seeks inventive concepts centered around Sustainability across four sub-themes: Health and Wellness, Renewable Energy, Innovative Industry and Infrastructure, and Sustainable Urban Development. Faculty members and engineering students enrolled in Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate courses are eligible to participate, forming teams composed of one faculty member and up to four students.
The contest, formally inaugurated by Prof. T.G. Sitharam, leverages the triumphs of its previous edition and reflects AICTE’s dedication to bridging the gap between academia and industry. This competition contributes significantly to India’s ambitions of establishing a robust semiconductor ecosystem, fostering global prominence in electronics manufacturing and design. The deadline for submitting ideas is set for August 10, 2023.
