The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has announced the beginning of the ATAL Academy Faculty Development Programme 2023–24 in a major move to revamp India’s higher education system. The ATAL portal and plan were officially launched by Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE who emphasised the need of training faculty members with the skills and knowledge required for Education 4.0. With this programme, educators will be given the tools they need to excel as leaders, researchers, innovators, and teachers in their various disciplines, which is in line with the National Education Policy 2020.
“The ATAL Academy FDPs is a visionary step towards transforming the higher education system in India in alignment with the National Education Policy 2020. The ATAL Academy will empower faculty members to become effective teachers, researchers, innovators, and leaders in their respective fields. The ATAL Academy will also foster a culture of lifelong learning among faculty members and enhance their professional growth”, said Prof. T.G. Sitharam.
“The ATAL Academy is a unique platform that will give faculty members access to high-quality FDPs on various topics relevant for Education 4.0,” stated Dr. Abhay Jere, Vice Chairman of the AICTE. The ATAL Academy will also give faculty members the chance to network with other professionals and experts from many industries and fields. The ATAL Academy will generate a pool of knowledgeable and assured professors who can contribute to the growth of the knowledge society.
Faculty members will have access to excellent Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) within the ATAL Academy that encompass both technical and non-technical disciplines. Offline FDPs can be offered in a variety of subjects, including engineering, management, computer applications, arts and crafts, life skills development, the Indian Knowledge System, universal human values, and more by institutions that have received approval from the AICTE. These courses will cover subject-matter expertise, industry connections, instructional techniques, research prowess, life skills, civic responsibility, and professional growth.
