{"id":9121,"date":"2025-10-15T13:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isbr.in\/blogs\/viva-voce-defense-at-isbr-research-centre-mrs-bharathi-nagendra\/"},"modified":"2026-09-22T12:39:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T07:09:27","slug":"viva-voce-defense-at-isbr-research-centre-mrs-bharathi-nagendra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/isbr.in\/blogs\/viva-voce-defense-at-isbr-research-centre-mrs-bharathi-nagendra\/","title":{"rendered":"Viva Voce Defense at ISBR Research Centre: Mrs. Bharathi Nagendra"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Successful PhD Viva Voce Defense at ISBR Research Centre<\/em> marks a proud academic milestone for Mrs. Bharathi Nagendra (Reg. No. FPM04-2021)<\/strong>, a scholar from the Fellow Program in Management (FPM) \u2013 2021 Batch. Her research titled \u201cEvaluating the Role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes\u201d<\/strong> contributes meaningful insights into how ICT empowers modern education systems in Bengaluru and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the expert guidance of Dr. Anand Shankar Raja M.<\/strong>, Assistant Professor at ISBR Research Centre, her research examined how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) can improve student engagement, collaborative learning, and academic performance in higher education institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her thesis was rigorously evaluated by Dr. Prakasha G. S.<\/strong>, Professor at Christ University, Bangalore<\/strong>, who served as the External Examiner, ensuring academic excellence and objectivity in assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advancing Research on ICT in Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The research findings offer valuable insights into how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools enhance student engagement and learning outcomes by making education more interactive, accessible, and outcome-driven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her study underscores the relevance of ICT-enabled pedagogy in today\u2019s academic ecosystem, resonating with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) and the broader movement toward digital transformation in education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Viva<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Insightful Presentation and Scholarly Rigor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mrs. Bharathi delivered a comprehensive and articulate presentation that clearly outlined her research objectives, methodology, results, and implications. Her defense highlighted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • A strong grasp of ICT\u2019s evolving role in education.
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  • Evidence-based insights on improving student participation.
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  • Confident, scholarly responses to expert queries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Examination Committee Members<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Dr. Anand Shankar Raja M.<\/strong> \u2013 Chairperson & Research Guide
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    • Dr. Anandram K. S.<\/strong> \u2013 Senior Director, ISBR Business School
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    • Dr. Prakasha G. S.<\/strong> \u2013 External Examiner, Christ University
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    • Dr. M. R. Jhansi Rani<\/strong> \u2013 Director, Research Centre, ISBR Business School
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    • Dr. Shiba Daveshar<\/strong> \u2013 RAC Member 1
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    • Dr. Balachandar<\/strong> \u2013 RAC Member 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
      \"ISBR<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      About ISBR Business School: <\/strong>ISBR Business School, located in Bangalore, India, is a premier institution dedicated to providing world-class education in business and management. Accredited by the NBA and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities and the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, ISBR has consistently been ranked as a platinum institute by AICTE-CII. With a diverse student body, a strong emphasis on industry collaboration, and a curriculum designed to foster innovation and leadership, ISBR Business School is committed to shaping the business leaders of tomorrow. The school\u2019s robust placement record and partnerships with top global companies underscore its commitment to excellence and career readiness for its students<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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