Journal of Engineering Education Transformations

R. E. Margaret ¹, A. M. Vinod ¹, M. R. Tejonidhi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Master of Computer Applications, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Web programming is an interesting and important course, which commands innovative methods to reach the students in large. This paper describes an approach to effective teaching of this course in our department. The traditional method of teaching this course includes the use of black board and power point presentations. But to enable students to apply the learned concepts in real time projects, the usage of different constructs was demonstrated live in the classrooms using a computer projector. The highlight of the course was to make students in batches of 2 or 3 to develop a simple web portal and host it on internet. The whole process enhanced student learning, their confidence to take up live projects and fostered communication skills and human relationship. This indirectly led to the development of better student community in the department, hence the institute.

Keywords

Web Programming, Effective Teaching.

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R. E. Margaret ¹, A. M. Vinod ¹, M. R. Tejonidhi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Master of Computer Applications, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Object oriented techniques incorporate different software engineering techniques that can be used in development of all projects. Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a structured method which involves formal methodologies, and has made significant contribution in defining set of methodologies that can be applied to any software engineering effort. Our approach is to make students experience the real time application of Object Oriented Modeling and Design methods using supportive tools that help them to have a hands-on experience with the operational software design. This helps students to use emerging object oriented techniques to improve their knowledge on object oriented modeling and design, problem solving skills and team work skills that can be converted into useful computer applications.

Keywords

Object Oriented Modeling and Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineeing Techniques.

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M. R. Tejonidhi ¹, B. Uma ¹, H. Y. Swathi ², R. E. Margaret ³, A. M. Vinod ³

Affiliations
1 Department of Information Science and Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of E & C Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN
3 Department of Master of Computer Applications, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Mentorship in institutions of higher education supports personal and professional development of faculty as they transit into new roles as teaching faculty. Mentorship programs attempt to address several types of common needs among new faculty, such as professional development, emotional support, intellectual community, role models, accountability, sponsorship, access to opportunities, and substantive feedback. New faculty members start their profession without any formal training in teaching. But teaching is a skill which can be best acquired through constant hard work, observation and interaction with senior faculty members. In an attempt to better train young faculty, they were made to choose a senior faculty as their mentor. This mentorship programme benefitted young faculty in several dimensions.

Keywords

Mentorship, Engineering Education, Teacher, Students.

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R. E. Margaret ¹, B. Uma ², M. R. Tejonidhi ², B. B. Neelakantappa ³

Affiliations
1 Department ofMaster of Computer Applications, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Information Science and Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN
3 Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan – 573202, Karnataka, IN

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Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become an indispensable tool for teaching learning and for effective management and administration of an educational institute. Use of ICT tools in an educational institute reduces manual work and enhances timeliness, effectiveness and efficiency. This is also environment friendly by saving paper. This paper describes simple use of ICT tools at various levels in an educational institute. The methods explained are very simple incurring no extra cost other than availability of internet and provides guidance to make an immediate beginning to use them. The use cases of each method are described thus enabling the reader to know how and where they can be adopted. The experience of using these in our institute has been well appreciated and accepted by administrators and other faculty members.

Keywords

Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Teaching Learning, Administration.

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Uma Boregowda ¹, D. V. Shruthi ¹, M. R. Vinutha ¹, G. K. Sudharshan ¹, H. S. Chandrashekar ¹, M. R. Tejonidhi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Information Science and Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, IN

Abstract

Alumni mentoring program is one of the best ways of reconnecting alumni with their almamater and engaging them in students' advancement process. However, developing effective alumni mentoring programs can be a challenging process that requires a careful balance of interested students and alumni along with close facilitation of the mentoring relationship. This exciting program is designed to match team of students with alumni in a related field to provide a learning experience for students which connects classroom learning to the 'real world'. The use of alumni to mentor under graduate students to carry out a project, is a new and innovative development in our institute. This article describes the recent initiative carried out in our department where alumni worked as mentors to second year under graduate students. As an outcome of this, all students performed few activities and projects, also gained confidence to carry out a good project.

Keywords

Alumni, Mentor.

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