Report on National Conference “INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION (ITHE)''

 

Report on National Conference

“INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION (ITHE)” Srinivas University Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Institute of Social Sciences and Humanities organised a one-day National Level Conference with the theme “INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION (ITHE)” on 28th June, 2023 at Srinivas University City Campus, Pandeshwara, Mangalore. Chief Guest of the program Prof. Mohamedunni Alias Musthafa, Professor & Head of the Department of Education at the Central University of Kerala, addressed the gathering and emphasized the significant role of technology in today's education. He highlighted including artificial intelligence (AI) in education, noting that AI can address doubts and provide answers efficiently. However, he also acknowledged that AI cannot perceive human emotions. Prof. Musthafa further emphasized that education systems are evolving and adapting to the changing times, driven by the influence of technology. In his presidential address, Dr. P.S. Aithal, the Vice Chancellor of Srinivas University, emphasized the significance of utilizing technology in the learning process, stating that there are no age or profession restrictions when it comes to studying. Furthermore, he envisioned a future where technological advancements might enable machines to discern and comprehend human

emotions. The abstract and the proceedings of the last conference was released in this conference. Dr. Vidya N., the Associate Professor and Conference Coordinator, along with Assistant Professors Prof. Joyson Prenky Cardoza, Prof. Sushmitha, Prof. Prajna B., and the MSW students were present at the conference. The event saw active participation from 60 individuals, and a total of 47 research papers were presented. Dr. Laveena D mello, Professor and IQAC Coordinator of Srinivas University, warmly welcomed the gathering, Prof. Venkatesh Amin, Dean of the Institute of Management and Commerce, delivered the vote of thanks. Arun and Jibin students from the MSW compare the program.