07 Days FDP- Innovative Teaching Strategies and Tools in the Digital Age
Date: August 18 – 24, 2025
Time: 07:00 PM – 08:30 PM IST
Course Fee: INR 500 + GST
Mode: Online via Zoom
Organized by: Scrollwell
In Collaboration with: Department of Chemistry, Morning Star College, Kerala
About the FDP
In today’s fast-evolving academic environment, digital literacy and innovative pedagogical approaches are no longer optional—they are essential for educators who aspire to remain relevant and impactful. This 07-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) is designed to empower faculty members with modern digital tools, effective teaching strategies, and practical skills that can transform the classroom experience.
The FDP goes beyond theory by combining hands-on training, live demonstrations, and practical assignments, ensuring that participants not only learn but also implement the tools during the sessions. With curated modules covering classroom engagement, interactive assessments, digital course creation, and collaboration platforms, the FDP prepares faculty members to design engaging, learner-centric, and future-ready teaching practices.
By the end of the program, participants will have the competence to integrate cutting-edge digital resources into their pedagogy, streamline their teaching workflow, and improve student engagement through innovative approaches.
Objectives of the FDP
- To enhance faculty awareness of the latest digital tools for education.
- To develop competence in blended and technology-enabled learning strategies.
- To build skills in creating self-paced and interactive courses for diverse learners.
- To train participants in digital assessment techniques, online quizzes, and automated certification.
- To introduce free and open-source tools for content creation, design, and collaboration.
- To empower educators to adopt error-free writing and presentation methods.
Topics to be Covered
- Innovative Pedagogical Strategies – Techniques for building interactive, student-centered classrooms.
- Digital Content Development – Creating lessons and courses using free/open online platforms.
- Interactive Engagement Tools – Conducting live polls, quizzes, surveys, and real-time Q&A sessions.
- Smart Presentation Skills – Embedding multimedia and web elements into presentations for greater impact.
- Collaboration Tools – Effective use of cloud-based platforms for document creation, sharing, and management.
- Online Assessment & Certification – Conducting secure tests, generating automated scores, and issuing digital certificates.
- Mind Mapping for Educators – Representing concepts and ideas visually for improved comprehension.
- Digital Writing Aids – Using AI-driven and command-based tools for error-free academic writing.
- Productivity Tools – Exploring the advanced uses of MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel in academic tasks.
- Creative Designing – Poster and brochure design for academic events using free tools.
- Learning Management Systems (LMS) – Using Google Classroom effectively for structured course delivery.
- Virtual Classrooms – Best practices for using Zoom and Google Meet in teaching.
Target Audience
This FDP is specifically designed for:
- Faculty members of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
- School teachers looking to adopt digital-first teaching practices.
- Research scholars and early-career academicians.
- Education professionals interested in digital transformation of learning.
Mode of Delivery
The sessions will be conducted online through Zoom Video Conferencing. Each day will include:
- A thematic lecture by the expert.
- A hands-on demonstration of tools.
- A practice activity/assignment to reinforce learning.
- A short Q&A discussion with participants.
Assessment & Certification
At the conclusion of the FDP, participants will be required to take a Learning Outcome Test that reviews the core concepts and tools covered.
- Attend at least 80% of the sessions, and
- Successfully complete the final assessment.
Benefits for Participants
- Exposure to the latest innovations in digital pedagogy.
- Practical, hands-on learning that can be applied immediately in classrooms.
- Networking opportunities with educators from across disciplines.
- Access to curated bonus resources, including:
- Recorded videos of all sessions.
- E-books and guides for independent learning.
- Step-by-step tutorials for future reference.
Collaboration Acknowledgment
We sincerely thank the Department of Chemistry, Morning Star College, Kerala, for their collaboration and support in hosting this Faculty Development Program. Their commitment to faculty development and continuous learning has been invaluable in making this initiative possible.
