Bridging AI and Academia: A Transformative Learning Experience

The Sona School of Business & Management took a pioneering step in faculty development by organizing an intensive Faculty Development Program (FDP) on "AI Research Writing." This forward-thinking initiative empowered educators with cutting-edge AI-powered research tools and techniques, equipping them to enhance their academic output in an increasingly digital research landscape.

Program Overview

Expert-Led Knowledge Sessions

The FDP featured distinguished resource members from SCT CSE Department:

• ✔ Dr. B. Sathyabhama
• ✔ Dr. J. Dhayanithi

These experts guided participants through the latest advancements in AI-driven research methodologies, covering:

• ✔ Automated Literature Review Tools – Leveraging AI to streamline scholarly research
• ✔ Plagiarism Detection & Paraphrasing Assistants – Ensuring originality in academic writing
• ✔ Data Visualization & Statistical Analysis with AI – Enhancing research presentation
• ✔ AI-Based Citation & Reference Management – Simplifying academic formatting

Hands-On Workshop in the MBA Lab

Participants engaged in interactive, practical sessions in the MBA Lab, where they:

• ✔ Experimented with AI research tools in real-time
• ✔ Applied techniques to their own research projects
• ✔ Collaborated with peers to discuss best practices

The lab sessions ensured that faculty members could immediately implement these tools in their work, maximizing the program’s impact.

Key Takeaways for Participants

The FDP enabled faculty to:

• ✔ Accelerate research productivity with AI automation
• ✔ Improve research paper quality through structured AI-assisted writing
• ✔ Stay competitive in an evolving academic publishing environment
• ✔ Network with peers for future interdisciplinary collaborations

A Special Note of Gratitude

We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Khadar Nawaz, Principal, Sona Arts and Science, for encouraging faculty participation, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration across institutions.

Why This Program Matters

With AI reshaping academic research, this FDP was a crucial step in:

• ✔ Future-Proofing Faculty Skills – Keeping educators ahead of technological trends
• ✔ Enhancing Institutional Research Output – Supporting high-quality publications
• ✔ Promoting Digital Literacy in Academia – Bridging the gap between traditional research and AI innovation

Looking Ahead

The success of this FDP underscores the growing importance of AI in academic research. Sona School of Business & Management remains committed to organizing more such cutting-edge faculty development initiatives to foster excellence in teaching and research.