5-Day FDP- Generative AI & Advanced Tools for Academic Research
About the Event
Scrollwell, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of MES Asmabi College, Kodungallur, Thrissur, Kerala (affiliated with the University of Calicut and reaccredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ Grade), organized a 5-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) on “Generative AI and Advanced Tools for Academic Research.” The program was conducted from May 5 to 9, 2025, with the aim of enhancing participants’ research productivity through the integration of cutting-edge AI tools.
The sessions were delivered live via Zoom and combined conceptual instruction with hands-on experience using digital research platforms.
Event Details
- Title: 5-Day FDP on Generative AI and Advanced Tools for Academic Research
- Date: May 5–9, 2025
- Time: 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM IST
- Platform: Zoom Video Conferencing
- Total Participants: 176
- Organized By: Scrollwell in Collaboration with IQAC MES Asmabi College, Kerala
Key Topics Covered
- Introduction to Generative AI in academic research
- Hands-on use of ChatGPT and prompt engineering
- Exploration of tools like Litmaps, Research Rabbit, Elicit, R Discovery, Scholarcy, and Scite
- Research paper writing using MS Word
- Reference management with Zotero
Participation Details
- Participants included faculty, researchers, and scholars from institutions across India
- Disciplines represented included engineering, sciences, humanities, and management
Outcomes
- Awareness: Improved understanding of how generative AI can support various phases of academic research
- Skill Development: Practical skills in using AI tools for literature review, data management, and writing
- Research Efficiency: Increased ability to streamline academic workflows with digital automation
- Ethical Perspective: Enhanced understanding of ethical use of AI in scholarly work
Bonus for Participants
- Access to recorded sessions for revision and self-paced learning
- Downloadable handouts and reference links
- Certificate of Completion upon submission of feedback
About Scrollwell
Scrollwell is an initiative dedicated to strengthening the education system through digital faculty development programs. Since 2020, Scrollwell has trained over 44,000 educators across India, offering practical, future-focused workshops on digital tools, AI integration, and research excellence.
