Topic: Facilitating Diverse Learning Communities
California Institute of Integral Studies, California, 2022
INSTITUTIONAL PRACTICE
Interdisciplinary Creativity Through Learning Design
Build trans disciplinary, user-focused, and agile learning experiences within institutions. With over 700+ undergraduate students and 100+ teaching credits, I deliver impact in learner motivation, experiential learning, positive technology adoption, and creative assessment design.
POSITIONS HELD
Lead - Learning Design, Strategy and Experience
Tata Electronics Private Limited | (Current)
Skills: Learner Experience | Design Research | Learning Strategy | Training and Facilitation
Member, Board of Studies
St. Joseph's University, Bangalore, Department of Mass Communication & Journalism | (2022 - Current)
Skills: Domain Expertise | Strategic Insight
Associate Professor
School of Design Studies, Vidyashilp University (2022 - 2024)
Skills: Curriculum Design | LXD | University Lecturing | Leadership | Educational Management | Interdisciplinary Learning | Research & Publication | Project Supervision | Outreach | Training Workshops Mentoring | LMS
Faculty Member
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art Design and Technology | (2020 - 2022)
Skills: Curriculum Design | LXD | University Lecturing | Studio Learning | Project Guide | Assessment frameworks | Research & Publication
Guest Faculty & Curriculum Designer
Poorna Learning Centre (2019-2020)
Skills: Curriculum Design | LXD | K-12 Teaching | Project Based Learning | Art Based Learning
Founder
The Craft Caravan | (2014 - Current)
Skills: Art Based Pedagogies | Policy and Consulting
COURSES TAUGHT
Inter-Disciplinary Learning
Learning to Learn
Emphasized on learner agency through innovative, critical, and creative pedagogic strategies in a multidisciplinary setting.
Visualizing Data for Storytelling
Developed an understanding of data visualization for crafting impactful visual stories in a multi-domain setting.
Introduction to Narrative and Storytelling
Explored personal and societal narratives by applying storytelling to unpack dominant worldviews.
Studio-Led Learning
Integrative Studio - Publication Design
Developing learning experiences and games for behavioral change using user research and design principles.
Fair Tokri - Unpacking Value
Explored perceptions of 'value' to design fair systems by reimagining the concept of 'money.'
Between Craftsmanship and Mastery
Empowering learners in Concept, Practice, and Research for self-mastery.
Wearables as Knowables
Anchored learners in understanding Learning and Knowing by creating tangible and computable forms.
Facilitating Diverse Learning Communities
Explore learning beyond traditional spaces by bringing diverse groups together.
Frugality in Designing Learning
Understanding frugality beyond materiality by embracing cultural, dialogic, open, and lived experiences.
Facilitators Toolkit
Linking learning theories to creative education techniques and practices.
Dialogue With The Masters
Exploring how thought leaders in education conceptualized "good" education and how these ideas shaped contemporary teaching and learning.
Contextual Learning for Inclusivity
Overcoming the digital divide by engaging local communities with innovative pedagogic tools.
Project-Led Learning
Study of Social Ecology: Kingdoms of Exchange
Focused on 'exchange' and its manifestations by studying the past and present using contextual inquiry.
Objects We Think With
Explored objects from everyday life, examining how they transcend physical form or functionality to become parts of our identity.
Pre-Thesis Projects
Guided learners in defining project briefs and developing research, writing, and presentation skills.
Summer Projects
Short exploratory units using research and presentations on theories, fostering reflection and discussion.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Empowering Transformative Learning Mindsets
Enable educators to level up and build capacities around learner journeys, classroom practices, and teaching strategies. I apply evidence-based learning frameworks that result in high classroom adoption of innovative pedagogies.
Skills: Curriculum Design | Pedagogy and Teaching Tools | Lesson Planning | Leadership | Communication
50 Teachers
Storytelling for Teaching at Presidency School, Bangalore (2023)
150 School Leaders
Nilgiris District in collaboration with the Government of Tamil Nadu on Learning and Teaching for the VUCA World (2023)
50 Teachers
Harvest International School on Unveiling Participatory Pedagogy (2023)
50 Teachers
National Public School, Bangalore on Story Pedagogy (2023)
75 School Leaders
Across India on Learning to Learn - Creative Pedagogies & Classroom Practices (2022)
20 Faculty Members
Vidyashilp University on Developing Creative Classroom Practices (2022)
125 School Leaders
Led an online training workshop on Making Thinking Visible from India and the Middle East (2022)
Trained 258 Teachers
Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Department on Reimagining Lesson Planning for Digital Learning (2020)
Trained 30 Teachers
Suburban schools around Bangalore on Art Integration to Developing Thinking (2019)
LEARNING DESIGN CONSULTANT
Developing High-Impact Learning Assets
Founded a specialist consultancy, The Craft Caravan, in 2014 to integrate experiential and art-based pedagogy into formal learning systems. I employ design research, user behaviour, and insight framing to develop both boutique and rapid-scale learning interventions. My experience helps build better learning engagement and artifacts to solve unique systemic problems.
Skills: Behaviour Science | Policy & Decision Making | LXD | Workshops | Curriculum Design
TALKS
Champion Innovation in Learning by Bringing Unique Perspectives to Inspire Change
As a subject matter expert in the space of designing pedagogy, learning experience, and creative education, I share my ideas in various forums. I also publish and research emerging learning trends to create scholarship within my domain.
Skills: Leadership | Communication | Innovation
As a subject matter expert in the space of designing pedagogy, learning experience, and creative education, I share my ideas in various forums. I also publish and research emerging learning trends to create scholarship within my domain.
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Topic: Design Thinking for Smart Learning
Educationalist, Dubai, 2023
Educationalist, Dubai, 2023
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Topic: Learning to Learn
Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, 2023
Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, 2023
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Topic: Learning for The Future - 'How' No What'
Meridian International School, Hyderabad, 2023
Topic: The Future Of Design Learning
St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, META 2022
Topic: Developing a Portfolio
Beyond8, Chennai, 2021
Topic: Lifelong Learning For Career Development with Female Millennials
Gail India, 2021
Topic: Navigating the Capstone
Srishti Institute of Art Design and Technology, 2019
Topic: Creating a Curriculum
Malabar Chamber of Commerce, Kannur, 2016
Topic: The Role of Art and Creative Thinking in Education
Causerie, St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, 2017
Topic: LifeLong Learning for Self-Discovery
Beyond 8's Instagram Live Program, 2021
Topic: Making Thinking Visible
Virtual Edu Leader Symposium, Educationalist, 2022
Topic: Facilitating Diverse Learning Communities
California Institute of Integral Studies, California, 2022
Topic: Design Thinking for Smart Learning
Educationalist, Dubai, 2023
Topic: Learning to Learn
Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, 2023
Topic: Learning for The Future - 'How' No What'
Meridian International School, Hyderabad, 2023
Topic: The Future Of Design Learning
St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, META 2022
Topic: Developing a Portfolio
Beyond8, Chennai, 2021
Topic: Lifelong Learning For Career Development with Female Millennials
Gail India, 2021
Topic: Navigating the Capstone
Srishti Institute of Art Design and Technology, 2019
Topic: Creating a Curriculum
Malabar Chamber of Commerce, Kannur, 2016
Topic: The Role of Art and Creative Thinking in Education
Causerie, St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, 2017
Topic: LifeLong Learning for Self-Discovery
Beyond 8's Instagram Live Program, 2021
Topic: Making Thinking Visible
Virtual Edu Leader Symposium, Educationalist, 2022
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Topic: Facilitating Diverse Learning Communities
California Institute of Integral Studies, California, 2022
California Institute of Integral Studies, California, 2022
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Topic: Design Thinking for Smart Learning
Educationalist, Dubai, 2023
Educationalist, Dubai, 2023
1
Topic: Learning to Learn
Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, 2023
Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, 2023
9
Topic: Learning for The Future - 'How' No What'
Meridian International School, Hyderabad, 2023
Topic: The Future Of Design Learning
St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, META 2022
Topic: Developing a Portfolio
Beyond8, Chennai, 2021
Topic: Lifelong Learning For Career Development with Female Millennials
Gail India, 2021
Topic: Navigating the Capstone
Srishti Institute of Art Design and Technology, 2019
Topic: Creating a Curriculum
Malabar Chamber of Commerce, Kannur, 2016
Topic: The Role of Art and Creative Thinking in Education
Causerie, St. Joseph's University of Arts and Science, Bangalore, 2017
Topic: LifeLong Learning for Self-Discovery
Beyond 8's Instagram Live Program, 2021
Topic: Making Thinking Visible
Virtual Edu Leader Symposium, Educationalist, 2022
Conferences
Case study presented at Ural State Pedagogical University, Yekaterinburg, Moscow, International Conference - Russia Asia: Science, Education, Culture 2023 on — "Studio Learning - A Tool for Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Student Agency"
Presented at California Institute of Integral Design, Fall Intensive 2023 — "Leading the Self In a VUCA World"
Paper presentation on — "Deliberating Constructivism in Language Learning" at the International Conference 'On Recovering Prospects and Perspectives in Teaching English', Joseph's University, Bangalore (June 8th-10th, 2023)
ISBN:978-81-963319-1-7
Co-researcher
Research project granted by Quest Alliance, Bangalore: "Blended Learning: Experiences in Public Education and Design Principles for Low-Tech Environments" (Oct 2021 - Apr 2022)
DESIGNER CONTENT COMMUNICATION
Creating Communication for Impact
Designed and executed award-winning communications, internal branding, and effectiveness measurement campaigns both as an independent consultant and as part of organizational teams. My expertise lies in devising impactful, engagement-focused strategies across diverse mediums and formats.
