Staff Details

Biography

Padmini Devi working as Lecturer in Homescience at Homescience department of Government College for Women(A), Guntur, and appointed in 2011 as Direct recruitment by Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC).

She pursued education at one of the prestigious State Agriculture University Acharya N.G. Ranga Agriculture University (ANRAU), Hyderabad where she excelled in her area of specialization i.e., Extension Education. While doing Ph. D. she worked as senior research fellow in ICAR e- courses project as content developer in the area of Extension Education.

With a diverse background spanning teaching, research, and extension services, Padmini Devi is a seasoned professional known for her expertise in innovative pedagogies and technology-driven classroom teaching methods. She holds a rich academic record, contributing significantly to various fields such as women's entrepreneurship, diabetes management, and the impact of online teaching tools on educators and learners.

She has an impressive portfolio of research papers, of more than 20. She has actively engaged in national and international seminars, conferences, and workshops, both as an organizer and presenter, showcasing her commitment to knowledge sharing and academic discourse.

In addition to her scholarly pursuits, Padmini Devi has spearheaded numerous skill-based workshops and certificate courses aimed at enhancing undergraduate students' employability and entrepreneurial acumen. Her passion for community outreach is evident in her involvement in various extension activities, particularly focusing on creating awareness among vulnerable groups like women, children, adolescents, and the elderly on crucial health and nutritional matters.

Area of Interests / Specialization:

Education Technology, Entrepreneurship, Communication approaches for Transfer of Technology Therapeutic nutrition and product development.

Course Taught

All areas of Homescience such as Nutrition, Extension, Child development, Retailing

Publications:

Research publications:  22 Research papers, 6 research notes

Book chapters: 2: Seminar Organized: Two Day UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Zero Hunger Challenges –For Hunger Free India Date: 5th & 6th January 2017

Research Projects:

Sponsoring Agency: University Grants Commission (UGC)

Title: Minor research Project on Information Kiosk for Diabetes- Interactive Multimedia Storage and Dissemination.

Awards/Achievements/Recognitions:

Awards: State Best Teacher Award 2022

Recognitions: Active member in many professional bodies.