PEP Education Technology Workshop – Hands-On Workshop on Learning Content Creation

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Hands-on Workshop on Learning Content Creation was successfully conducted on October 17 & 18, 2025. This two-day workshop was designed to empower educators and trainers to enhance their digital teaching skills through practical, interactive sessions focused on modern content creation techniques.

Participants engaged in hands-on exercises to develop a variety of learning materials tailored for digital platforms. The sessions guided them through developing interactive learning modules, producing micro-learning videos, designing whiteboard animations, and creating engaging educational podcasts that make complex topics easier to grasp. Participants also explored content delivery platforms to make learning more accessible and impactful.

The workshop encouraged creativity and collaboration, allowing participants to experiment with different media formats and discover tools that can elevate the quality of their teaching materials. By the end of the two days, educators walked away with practical skills and ideas to create dynamic, learner-centered digital content.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Developing Interactive Learning Modules
• Producing Micro-Learning Videos
• Designing Whiteboard Animations and Educational Podcasts
• Exploring Content Delivery Platforms for Impactful Learning Experiences

Workshop on Student Response Systems

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Student Response System (Virtual Workshop) was successfully conducted on August 28, 2025. This virtual session focused on introducing participants to digital tools that enhance learner engagement and interaction in both online and in-person classrooms.

The workshop provided hands-on experience in creating and conducting polls, quizzes, and word-clouds to make sessions more dynamic and participatory. Participants explored platforms such as Kahoot, Mentimeter, and Slido, learning how to design engaging activities and integrate them seamlessly into their teaching presentations.

Through live demonstrations and guided practice, attendees discovered how student response systems can foster active learning, immediate feedback, and collaborative classroom environments. The interactive nature of the workshop encouraged educators to experiment with new approaches for increasing participation and motivation among learners.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Creating and Conducting Polls, Quizzes, and Word Clouds
• Using Kahoot, Mentimeter, and Slido for Learner Engagement
• Integrating Student Response Tools with Presentations for Interactive Classrooms

Primer on Artificial Intelligence - Demystifying Large Language Models

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Primer on Artificial Intelligence: Demystifying Large Language Models was successfully conducted on July 26, 2025, and proved to be an engaging and insightful experience for participants across CMC Vellore. The workshop aimed to simplify the concepts behind Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), helping participants gain a foundational understanding of how these technologies function and their growing impact on everyday digital interactions.

The session introduced key AI and LLM terminologies, breaking down complex concepts into clear and relatable explanations. Participants from diverse departments came together, fostering an atmosphere of curiosity and lively discussion. The sessions explored how LLMs are built, how they process information, and the real-world implications of their use in various fields.

A dedicated segment on AI ethics, privacy, and safety encouraged participants to reflect on responsible use and potential challenges in adopting AI technologies. One of the highlights of the workshop was a live demonstration on setting up a private GPT, allowing participants to witness firsthand how AI models can be customized for institutional and professional applications.

The enthusiastic response from attendees highlighted a growing interest in understanding and leveraging AI for academic, healthcare, and administrative purposes. This workshop marks the beginning of a continued journey into exploring the transformative potential of AI in education and beyond.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models
• Understanding AI Terminology and Core Concepts
• Exploring Ethics, Privacy, and Safety in AI
• Live Demonstration: Setting Up a Private GPT

Basics of Online Conferencing Tools

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Basics of Online Conferencing Tools was successfully conducted across three campuses of CMC between June 19 – June 23, 2025. The workshop aimed to equip participants with the essential skills required to effectively host and manage online meetings and webinars, fostering smooth virtual communication and collaboration in academic and professional contexts.

The hands-on sessions focused on the practical aspects of setting up and hosting online sessions, including meeting scheduling, participant management, screen sharing, and using interactive features for engagement. Participants explored both Zoom and Microsoft Teams, gaining confidence in utilizing these platforms for teaching, training, and administrative purposes.

The interactive learning environment allowed participants to practice real-time scenarios, troubleshoot common challenges, and understand best practices for conducting seamless virtual sessions. This workshop contributed to building a stronger foundation in online communication and digital facilitation across the institution.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Setting up and Hosting Online Meetings and Webinars
• Using Zoom for Virtual Collaboration
• Conducting Interactive Sessions on Microsoft Teams

Advanced Online Tools

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Advanced Online Tools was successfully conducted across 5 campuses of CMC between April 11 – April 30, 2025. This workshop served as a continuation of the “Basics of Online Tools” series, focusing on deepening participants’ understanding and practical use of online tools to enhance productivity and digital organization in their professional roles.

The hands-on sessions guided participants through advanced OneDrive setup and management, helping them optimize cloud storage, sharing permissions, and collaborative file access. The workshop also covered Outlook mail rules to automate email organization and improve inbox efficiency, along with advanced calendar settings for better scheduling, coordination, and time management.

Participants engaged actively in the sessions, applying the demonstrated techniques to real work scenarios and discovering new ways to streamline communication and collaboration within their teams. The workshop encouraged a culture of digital proficiency, equipping participants to leverage advanced features of Microsoft tools for everyday tasks.

Highlights of the Workshop

• OneDrive Setup and Management
• Outlook Mail Rules for Automated Organization
• Advanced Calendar Settings and Scheduling

Hands on Workshop on Virtual Microscopy

Hands-on Workshop on Virtual Microscopy was successfully conducted on March 21, 2025, at CMC. The workshop aimed to introduce participants to the evolving field of digital microscopy and its applications in medical education, research, and publishing.

The sessions provided a comprehensive overview of virtual microscopy, guiding participants through the process of using the OMERO web interface for managing and viewing digital slides. Participants also gained practical experience in setting up OMERO servers, enabling them to store, share, and analyze high-resolution images efficiently. The workshop concluded with a session on digital images in publishing, highlighting best practices for image quality, ethical standards, and effective visual presentation in academic outputs.

The interactive format encouraged participants to engage directly with the tools, explore real datasets, and understand how virtual microscopy can transform teaching and research workflows.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Introduction to Virtual Microscopy
• Using OMERO Web Interface
• Setting up OMERO
• Digital Images in Publishing

Basics of Online Tools

The PEP Education Technology Workshop – Basics of Online Tools was successfully conducted across five campuses of CMC, between Jan 24 - Feb 6, 2025. The focus of the workshop was to equip participants with essential digital skills to enhance productivity and collaboration in their professional roles. The hands-on sessions focused on Microsoft Outlook, Calendar management, and OneDrive, providing practical insights for efficient email management, scheduling, and secure file storage.

The workshop engaged a diverse group of participants across different age groups and professional backgrounds. The interactive and hands-on approach enabled participants to gain practical skills in managing emails, organizing schedules, and utilizing cloud storage effectively.

The success of this series marks the beginning of a continued effort to enhance technology adoption and advancement among CMC faculty, staff, and students. Future workshops will build on this foundation, introducing more advanced topics in educational technology to further empower professionals in their digital transformation journey.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Calendar
• One Drive

National Level Workshop at CMC Vellore

The Innovations in Online and Blended Learning (OBL) Workshop was successfully conducted from October 10 to 12, 2024, at CMC Vellore, Tamil Nadu, in collaboration with the Center for Online and Blended Learning (COBL), University of Copenhagen, Denmark.

The workshop saw enthusiastic participation, with 103 participants joining each day. Resource persons from COBL, Copenhagen, and CMC Vellore led the sessions, offering valuable insights and expertise.

This 3-day event provided a dynamic platform for participants to exchange ideas, learn from experts and peers, and explore practical strategies for implementing blended learning in diverse educational contexts.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Blended Learning - The BIG Picture
• Instructional Design in Blended Learning
• Inspiration Media Journey on Video, Audio, Text content and Visuals
• AI Workshop
• PowerPoint Lab
• Creating Effective MCQs

Institution level workshop at CMC Vellore

A two-day workshop conducted on November 15 & 16, 2023 to elevate faculty facilitation skills by introducing a diverse range of tools. Experts from the University of Copenhagen and CMC Vellore shared innovative teaching methods focused on technology-supported blended learning approaches that activate students in their learning process.

Highlights of the Workshop

• Blended Learning - The BIG Picture
• Instructional Design in Blended Learning
• Inspiration Media Journey on Video, Audio, Text content and Visuals
• AI Workshop
• PowerPoint Lab