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Dr. Rishiraj Balwaria

Assistant Professor

School: Liberal Studies And Education
Email Id: rishirajb@nuv.ac.in

He is actively involved in teaching, research and supervising students in the Bachelor of Education program, Choice Based Credit System Course,  Data Science Program, and Doctoral program in Education. He is dedicated to turning challenges into opportunities and empowering people to develop themselves. My areas of expertise in the field of Education span a spectrum of specializations in Curriculum Design, Classroom Transactions, Teacher Education and training, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Teacher Training, Action Research, Educational Research Methodology. He has conducted more than 32 workshops and training programs for higher education and school education. He is associated with Seven (7) Scopus-indexed journals namely, Learning Environments. Research published by Springer Nature, Cogent Education published by Taylor & Francis, Cogent Business and Management published by Taylor & Francis, Cogent Social Sciences published by Taylor & Francis, Journal of teacher education, California,  Science Journal of Education published in New York, USA, Qualitative Research in Education, published by Hipatia Press (SAGE), Spain, and  Journal of Learning for development, Commonwealth of Learning, Canada and reviewed 60+ papers across the world. He has extended his service to Global Educational Research Association (GERA), Bathinda, Punjab; The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara; SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai; A. C.T. Academy, Tamil Nadu; K R Mangalam University, Haryana; G D Goenka University, Gurugram; IGNOU Centre Vadodara, Guru Kashi University, Punjab, Dhaka International University, Bangladesh and Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya University, Haryana and Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur. Total Work Experience 20+ 

Academic background/Qualification 

  • Diploma in Computer Application, Pioneer Computer Education with distinction. 1988 
  • BA (Hindi), The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Faculty of Arts, Gujarat. 1999 
  • MA (Hindi, Natak specialisation), The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Faculty of Arts, Gujarat. 2001  
  • B.Ed., The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Faculty of Education & Psychology, CASE, Gujarat. 2003 
  • M.Ed., The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Faculty of Education & Psychology, CASE, Gujarat. 2004. 
  • Ph.D. in Education, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Faculty of Education & Psychology, Vadodara, Gujarat. 2016. 

Teaching  

  • Understanding Discipline and Subject I (Hindi)   
  • Pedagogy of first and second School Subjects (Hindi)7. Learning and Teaching:  
  • On Becoming a Reflective Teacher:  
  • Childhood and Growth 
  • Digital Resources in Education 
  • Assessment for Learning 
  • Research Methodology

Pedagogies used to teach the above subjects  

  • Case studies,  
  • Dialogue method  
  • Team Projects  
  • Multiple intelligence  
  • Constructive approach  

 Area of Expertise and Research  

  • Primary Area: Teacher Education  
  • Secondary Area: Job satisfaction, Mathematics Anxiety, Neuroscience  

 Publications (in the order recent to be first) 

Journal Articles 

  • ‘Reflective Teaching: A need for Excellence in Teacher Education in Quality Concerns in Education, CASE, 2005-06, ISBN 978-81-923486-1-2, Page No. 105-110 
  • “Teacher Education, ICT–essential integration” in “Teacher Education: Vision and Action” Navrachana College of Education, Vadodara 2006-07.  
  • ‘Research in teacher education’ Research Trend in Education, CASE, 2006-07. ISBN 978-81-923486-3-6, Page No. 129-133 
  • “The New Cyberkul Mantra” in Understanding by Design, Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, 2007-08. 
  • “Active Learning Approach in Learning Languages” in NCF 2005 by Navrachana College of Education, Vadodara 2009. 
  • ‘Assessing Effectiveness of Training Approaches on Life Skill Inculcation – A Case Study in Wholistic Teacher Education by CASE, 2008-2009, ISBN 978-81-923486-7-4, Page No. 37-41. 
  • Role of Teachers Amidst Educational Reform – Passive Bystanders or Active Participants? In International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, ISSN 2250-3153, Volume 3, Issue 10, October 2013 1, Page No. 1-5. 
  • ‘The Study of Problems faced by Commerce Stream students opting for Computer Education’ in International Journal of Research in Computer Application & Management, ISSN 2231-1009, Volume No. 3 (2013), Issue No. 10 (October), Page No.74-80. 
  • ‘A Study of Job Satisfaction of Teacher Educators Associated with Professional Variable’ in International Educational E-Journal, {Quarterly}, ISSN 2277-2456, Volume-II, Issue-IV, Oct-Nov-Dec 2013, Page No. 77-96. 
  • ‘A Study of Grammatical Mistakes in Writing Hindi of Class VIII Students of Kendriya Vidyalaya Schools of Vadodara City’ in International Educational E-Journal, {Quarterly}, ISSN 2277-2456, Volume-II, Issue-IV, Oct-Nov-Dec 2013, Page No. 97-107. 
  • ‘Multimedia Information Technology a Continuum to Education’ in International Educational E-Journal, {Quarterly}, ISSN 2277-2456, Volume-III, Issue-I, Jan-Feb-Mar 2014, Page No. 48-53. 
  • ‘Historical Perspective of Teacher Education in India’ in International Educational E-Journal, {Quarterly}, ISSN 2277-2456, Volume-III, Issue-I, Jan-Feb-Mar 2014, Page No. 54-65. 
  • ‘Various Stages and Innovations in Pre-Service Teacher Education Programs in India’ in Online International Interdisciplinary Research Journal, {Bi-Monthly}, ISSN2249-9598, Volume-IV, Issue-III, May-June 2014, Page No, 389-396. 
  • ‘A Study of Graphical Representation of Data in Social Science of Standard IX’ in Online International Interdisciplinary Research Journal, {Bi-Monthly}, ISSN2249-9598, Volume-IV, Issue-III, May-June 2014, Page No. 397-405. 
  • ‘Spawning Micro Education for Rural India’ in Education for Rural Transformation in India, ISBN 9789351251071, First Published 2014, Page No. 199-205. 
  • ‘Connecting the Dots’ in the Online International Interdisciplinary Research Journal, Volume-09 / Mar 2019 Special Issue (04) / ISSN 2249-9598, Page No. Page. No- 216-221.  
  • “Effects of Consuming Marijuana on Teenagers” in peer-reviewed refereed educational Journal ‘Chetana: Journal of Education’ (ISSN 2455-8729) published by Chakoli Educational & Social Development Society, Dholpur, Volume – 4, 2019. 
  • “A Study of Job Satisfaction of Teacher Educators Associated with Personal Variable” in peer-reviewed refereed educational Journal ‘Chetana: Journal of Education’ (ISSN 2455-8729) published by Chakoli Educational & Social Development Society, Dholpur, Volume – 4, 2019. 
  • ‘Pedagogical Strategies for Engagement of Learners: An Experiential Account’ in peer-reviewed refereed educational Journal ‘Chetana: Journal of Education’ (ISSN 2455-8729) published by Chakoli Educational & Social Development Society, Dholpur, Rajasthan, Volume- 1, 2023.

Books  

  • Current Trends and Concerns in Education, (2009-10) with Co-authors, Published by Varishen Publication, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.   
  • Foundation and Management of Education as a System, (2009-10) with Co-authors, Published by Varishen Prakshan Publication, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.   

Chapter/s in Books  

  •  ‘Spawning Micro Education for Rural India’ in Education for Rural Transformation in India, First Published 2014, Page No. 199-205, ISBN 9789351251071. 
  • ‘Challenges of Companies in Implementing CSR’ in the Edited Book ‘Contemporary Issues in Multidisciplinary Subjects’, Volume – 2, 2022, published by RED’SHINE PUBLICATION PVT. LTD., India.  
  • ‘Women Domestic Workers Issues in Pandemic Times’ in the Edited Book ‘Gender Equality: A step towards Women Empowerment’ Volume – 1, 2022, published by EURO World Publication, India. 
  • ‘Corporal Punishment and Child Development: Reflections and Suggestions’ in the Edited Book ‘Problems Faced by Children: Impact, Prevention and Mitigation’ Published by Integrity Media – The Publisher United Kingdom November 2022. ISBN 13: 978-9393636-256 
  • Teaching competencies for Developing 21st Century skills in the Edited Book ‘Teacher Education in India’ Published by EZ Publication, India, 2023. ISBN – 978-93-91654-12-2. 

Conferences/Seminars (in the order recent to be first) 

International 

  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Professional, support for implementing National Curriculum Framework’ in the International conference entitled “Teacher Education in the Context of Globalization” held on 4th, 5th & 6th April 2005 organized by Bangalore University, Department of Education, Bangalore. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Educational Leadership in Pluralistic Society’ in the International conference entitled “Educational Leadership In Pluralistic Society” held on 12th & 13h Nov. 2005 organized by Rajasthan council for educational administration and management, North Gujarat University, Patan.  
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Pedagogy of the Humane” presented in the International Seminar entitled “International Seminar on Higher Education for Knowledge-Based Society: Global Reforms” held on 20-21 December 2010 organized by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘AMALGAMATION OF MEDIATION IN EDUCATION FOR HARMONY’ at the International Conference on Harmony through Education jointly organized by BAOU & GERA on 2-3rd December 2018.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Outcome Based Education to Strengthen Assessment’ in the International Conference (Online Mode) Journey of Teacher Education from Vedic Era to NEP 2020 organized by BPS Institute Of Teacher Training And Research, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya in collaboration with Global Educational Research Association (GERA) held on 21st and 22nd March 2022.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Challenges of Ethnographic Research in Education in the International Conference (Online Mode) On Idea- Bankruptcy of Educationists and Thinkers’ organized by BPS Institute Of Teacher Training And Research, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya in collaboration with Global Educational Research Association (GERA) held on 28th and 29th March 2022.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Pedagogical Strategies for Engagement of Learners’ In The International Conference (Online Mode) On Idea- Bankruptcy of Educationists and Thinkers organized by BPS Institute Of Teacher Training And Research, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya in collaboration with Global Educational Research Association (GERA) held on 28th and 29th March 2022.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘‘ Shaping the 21 ST Century Learner through Independent and Collaborative Learning’ in the 3 Days International Conference on TECHNOLOGY IMPREGNATED EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION, Guru Kashi University, Bathinda, Punjab held from 6-8 November, 2023. 

National 

  • Participated and presented a paper on “Teacher Education, ICT–essential integration” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Teacher Education: Vision and Action” held on February 25-26, 2005 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Stress, Spirituality and Good Health’ in the National Seminar entitled “Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology” held on the 7th, 8th, and 9th of March, 2005 organized by the Department of Psychology in The M.S. UNIVERSITY OF BARODA, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Choice Based Credit System – A new pattern of Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation’ in the State Level Seminar entitled “New Dimensions in Evaluation and Quality Improvement in Teacher Education” held on 27th March 2005 organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University and Education Faculty College Teacher Association, Ahmedabad. 
  • Participated and co-authored a paper on ‘Demands and Desires of Professional Development of teachers’ in the State Level Seminar entitled “Educational Research” held on 12th-13th March 2005 organized by L.N.K. College of Education, Patan (N.G). 
  • Participated in the National Seminar entitled “Educational Seminar” held on 20th and 21st Aug, 2005 organized by J G College of Education, Ahmedabad. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘The New Cyberkul’ presented at the National Seminar entitled “Understanding by Design” in Navrachana College of Education held on November 21-22, 2005, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on ‘Strengthening Primary Education’ in the National Seminar entitled “Effective Management of Primary Education” held on March 10-11,2006 organized by DRS-UGC project (Ph-11), Department of Educational administration, faculty of Education And Psychology, The M.S.University of Baroda. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Peace Education – A needed addendum to the curriculum” in the National Seminar held on December 8-9, 2006 organized by Navrachana College of Education, affiliated to S.N.D.T University, Baroda, 2006-07. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Educating Generation Next” in Hansraj Jivandas College of Education, Mumbai, at National Seminar entitled “Human right Education- Awareness and Attitude” U.G.C. Sponsored Western Regional Seminar held on February 19-20, 2007, Mumbai. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Active Learning Approach in Learning Languages” presented at the National Seminar entitled “National Curriculum Framework 2005 Strategies for Implementation” held on February 1-2, 2008 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Language Education for Peace” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Towards Violence Free World: Role of Education” held on January 9-10, 2009 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “A Journey from Aggression to Commitment” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Towards Violence Free World: Role of Education” held on January 9-10, 2009 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Teacher as a Peace Builder” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Towards Violence Free World: Role of Education” held on January 9-10, 2009 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Appreciating Inquiry-Building Peace within ourselves and in our World” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Towards Violence Free World: Role of Education” held on January 9-10, 2009 organized by Navrachana College of Education, Baroda, affiliated to S.N.D.T University. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Invisible Women” – Role of Education to make it Visible” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Developmental Goals and Role of Education” February 19 – 20, 2010 organized by the Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Spawning the micro education for rural India” presented at the National Symposium entitled “Education for Rural Transformation: Realities and Challenges” held on 18-19 August 2010 organized by the Faculty of Education and Psychology and The Institute of International Education, Stockholm University, Sweden in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented at the National Seminar entitled “National Meet of Researchers in Education” from 27th to 1st March 2011 organized by Centre of Advanced Study in Education, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Technology and Teacher Education: in Integration Context” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Current Issues in Teacher Education” from 14th – 15th March 2011 organized by the Centre of Advanced Study in Education, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Multimedia Information Technology: a Spectrum to Education” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Current Issus in Teacher Education” from 14th – 15th March 2011 organized by the Centre of Advanced Study in Education, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Knowledge for free” presented at the National Seminar entitled “Current Issues in Teacher Education” from 14th – 15th March 2011 organized by the Centre of Advanced Study in Education, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a paper titled ‘Creating Learning Space to Strengthen Higher Education’ in a national level seminar on ‘Education for change: implications for teacher education’ organized by Navrachana University on 15 and 16 February 2013  
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Constructive Approach towards Challenges of Technology Integration for Teacher Educators” presented in the National Seminar entitled “Emerging Paradigms of Teacher Education” held on 25-26 March 2013 organized by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara.  
  • Participated and presented a paper on “Enigmas of Constructivist in Teacher Training Institutions” presented in the National Seminar entitled “Teacher Education 2015” held on 27-28 February 2015 organized by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Redefining the disability for sustainability’ for NATIONAL SEMINAR on Educational Sustainability of the Disadvantaged: Pathways to Success under Subtheme III: Educational Sustainability and Children with Special Needs, March 06-07, 2017. 
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Evolving of Transactional Change in Teacher Education Programme, NATIONAL SEMINAR STRUCTURAL CHANGE IN TEACHER EDUCATION: ISSUES AND CONCERNS, January 5-6, 2018 organized by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara. 
  • Participated and presented a Paper at the One Day National Conference Sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) on Learning beyond the Classroom and organized by AG College of Education at Ahmedabad entitled ‘Connecting prior knowledge to enhance learning on 6 th March 2019. 
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘Neuroscience in Education: Interventions for Effective Learning’ at One Day National Seminar on National Education Policy (2020): Strategies for Implementation organized by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara on 14th & 15th March 2022. 
  • Participated in the 24th All India Children’s Educational Audio Video Festival & ICT Mela 2020 under the Audio & new media category which was organized and held by the Central Institute of Educational Technology, National Council of Educational Research and Training, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi.  
  • Participated and presented a paper entitled ‘‘The Contribution of the Santhals Tribal ‘Hool’ Organization towards Achieving Independence and building Modern India’ in the Webinar on: Contribution of Social, Political, and Economic Organization in Achieving Independence and building Modern India by CASE, Faculty of Education and Psychology in The M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara held on 13th August 2022. 

Training/Workshops (in the order recent to be first) 

  • Conducted a session on two topics i.e., ‘Problem Identification in Research’ and ‘Reviewing Literature’ under the Centre of Professional Development, Navrachana University, a webinar Series on Social Science Research on 02-May-2020.  
  • Delivered a talk in the Researchers’ Mosaic on the topic ‘Tools of Data Collection’ as a Lead Speaker at the Scholars’ Mosaic 2021, organized from 17th to 19th July 2021, by Research Cell, Department of Education (CASE, IASE & IUCTE), Faculty of Education, and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat. 
  • Invited as keynote speaker in a one-day webinar on the topic ‘Creating a Learning Environment in difficult situations’ on 14 Feb. 2021. 
  • In the two-day International Conference (Online Mode) as a panelist delivered a talk on ‘Conceptualization of Bankruptcy in Education’ BPS Institute of Teacher Training And Research, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidya, Haryana on 28th March 2022. 
  • In the two-day International Conference (Hybrid Mode) as a panelist delivered a talk on ‘Pedagogical Innovations- NEP 2020’ at BPS Institute of Teacher Training And Research, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidya, Haryana on 25th March 2023. 
  • In the 7 Days FPD (Online Mode) on ‘Industrial Revolution: Role of Higher Education in Developing the Future Workforce’ delivered a lecture on ‘Industry 5.0 Vs Education 5.0: Research and Innovation’ organised by A.C.T Academy, Tamil Nadu on 27th May 2023. 
  • In the 7 Days FPD (Online Mode) on ‘NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Framework’ delivered a lecture on ‘Research Culture-Consultancy, Collaboration and Culture (3C)’ by A.C.T Academy, Tamil Nadu on 21st June 2023. 
  • In the 7 Days FPD (Online Mode) on ‘Advance Research Methodology’ NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Framework’ lecture on ‘Patent, copyright and Plagiarism’ by A.C.T Academy, Tamil Nadu on 30th July 2023. 
  • In the 7 Days FPD (Online Mode) on ‘Pedagogical Innovations and Strategies in Higher Education’ delivered a lecture on ‘Pedagogy for the GenZ and GenAlpha: Roles of a Techno Teacher’ by A.C.T Academy, Tamil Nadu on 31st July 2023. 
  • In the 3 days International conference invited to chair the session at Guru Kashi Univeristy, Bathinda, Punjab from 6-8 November 2023. 
  • Invited as resource person in the 7-day Faculty Development Program at Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur, India from 29th July-3rd August 2024.

Awards/Honors (in the order recent to be first) 

  • Awarded Certificate of appreciation towards valuable contribution towards service to the education program awarded by Navrachana University Award, Vadodara, Gujarat in the Year 2014. 
  • Awarded Certificate of Excellence award by Navrachana University, Vadodara, Gujarat for Dean’s Choice Certificate of Appreciation in the Year 2016. 
  • Awarded ‘Education Icon Award 2021’ by Liberty Solutions, Surat, India. 
  • Awarded ‘Young Educationist Award’ by Global Educational Research Association (GERA), Punjab, India. 
  • Awarded ‘Outstanding Academic Excellence Award-2024’ by the Social Development Federation, Agra, India on 5 Sep 2024. 

 Professional Affiliations /Membership 

  • Lifetime member of Council for Teacher Education (CTE), Gujarat. 
  • Lifetime member of Global Educational Research Association (GERA), Central University of  Punjab, Bathinda Punjab (INDIA) 
  • Members of Content Evaluators List-2018 on CIET, NCERT website: ciet.nic.in. 
  • Lifetime member of Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal Parivar, Nagpur, India. 

In Global Educational Research Association (GERA), Central University of Punjab, Bathinda Punjab (INDIA) appointed as President Gujarat Chapter  

 

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