http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/65171 2026-10-20T01:57:01Z http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/65180 Title: Bridging Traditions: Malaviya and the Integration of Science in Colonial India Authors: SHAH, NIRMALA Abstract: This paper explores the remarkable contribution of Madan Mohan Malaviya in promoting and nurturing scientific education in colonial India. Malaviya made significant contributions not only in politics and society, but also in the field of science and technology. With his exceptional leadership and expertise, he made a significant and enduring impact in these fields. He played an important role in founding renowned institutions such as Prem Mahavidyalaya (1909) and Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in 1916, which have emerged as prominent centres for modern scientific education and research in India. This study delves into the initiatives undertaken by Malaviya, which successfully bridged the gap between traditional Indian knowledge systems and modern scientific thought. This created an environment that facilitated scientific exploration and progress. By promoting for a curriculum that incorporated both traditional and modern sciences, Malaviya not only empowered a generation of Indian scientists, but also had a crucial impact on the scientific landscape of modern India. Malaviya's impact on the field of science and his vision for a progressive India is commendable. This paper examines his educational policies, institutional initiatives, and personal commitment to promoting science education. Page(s): 114-124 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/65177 Title: Unlocking the Potential of Pedagogical Optimization in Undergraduate Science Education: A Case Study Authors: TYAGI, U P; SAXENA, ADITYA; SINGH, REETA Abstract: Education in science has undergone tremendous changes with the integration of innovative teaching-learning pedagogy and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools. In this paper, effort has been made to suggest some new and innovative pedagogies like students led Mentor-Mentee program, Design based labs, formative assessment by the stakeholders, framing of questionnaire with the solutions by the students amongst other to improve the understanding, skills and employability of Science Undergraduate students. These suggestions have been arrived at, based on the study carried out involving the undergraduate students of Physical Science studying Physics as one of their discipline (for a total of 2096 students from 1st, 2nd and 3rd year), admitted between 2020 and 2023, in one of the central universities of India viz., University of Delhi. The results have been analysed and discussed to suggest the scope of improvement in the existing teachinglearning pedagogy. Further, these suggestions have also been assessed in classroom settings with positive outcome and considerable success. Another important aspect analysed through this study was the effectiveness of the ICT tools, especially in a country like India where recent policy initiatives have ushered in a major overhaul of the entire teaching-learning system. This study has also focussed on the effect of ICT mediated teaching-learning pedagogy in view of the extraordinary challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Page(s): 125-138 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z