Dr. Ruchi Shrivastava is a distinguished academician with over 25 years of experience in engineering education. Her academic journey began as a Teaching Assistant and has culminated in her current role as Principal at Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology - Diploma Studies, where she continues to shape the future of engineering education.
One of the main reasons I chose academia was the opportunity to work with and shape future generations. My teaching philosophy is built on three fundamental pillars:
My philosophy centers on student-centric learning, where students are equal partners in the educational process. I believe in facilitating learning by helping students gain the necessary skills to become active participants in their own education. Knowledge gained through active participation has lasting impact.
To prepare engineering students for dynamic careers and help them become capable professionals, I employ various innovative teaching methods:
My overarching goal is to develop a student-centered environment that promotes active participation rather than passive learning. When designing courses, I:
My evaluation approach is comprehensive and includes:
This comprehensive evaluation system incorporates both formative and summative assessments, encouraging students to engage in self-evaluation while maintaining clear connections to course objectives and industry expectations.
Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology - Diploma Studies, Vadodara
Parul Institute of Engineering Technology, Vadodara
Thakral College of Technology, Bhopal
Shri Sad Vidhya Mandal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Bharuch
Polytechnic M.S.U., Baroda
Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
M.E. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)
M.S. University, Baroda
B.E. in Civil Engineering
M.S. University, Baroda