Professional Overview
Gowhar Rashid is an accomplished researcher and academic professional specializing in the Economics of Education and Educational Technology. Holding a PhD from the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) and multiple advanced degrees, he possesses extensive expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, educational data analysis, and vocational education policy. He is a highly published author in prestigious Springer and Routledge journals and has actively contributed to high-level international conferences organized by UNESCO-UNEVOC, OECD, and the World Bank. With a foundational background in district-level educational coordination, he combines rigorous empirical research capabilities with strong academic writing and event administration skills.
Experience & Activities
- District Coordinator | National Literacy Mission (Saakshar Bharat Mission) (2012–2017).
- Rapporteur | Annual Meet of Directors of State Institute of Educational Management and Training (SIEMAT) across India, organized by the Department of Educational Planning, NIEPA.
- Community Engagement: Experienced in freelancing, educational tutoring, and organizing academic event anchoring.
Educational Qualifications
- PhD (Economics of Education) | National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (2019–2023) | Grade: A+.
- MPhil (EdTech) | Central University of Haryana (2017–2019) | Grade: A+.
- MA (Education) | University of Kashmir (2015–2017) | Grade: A.
- BA (Mathematics, Economics, Education) | University of Kashmir (2012–2014) | Grade: A.
- 10+2 (PCM) | GHSS Awantipora (2010–2012) | Grade: A.
Publications
- “Teaching with technology: does professors’ background matter?” – Springer Journal: SN Social Sciences.
- “Influence of students’ ability to delay gratification on their educational transition choice.” – Springer Journal: Empirical Research in Vocational Education and Training.
- “Online Education in India: A Bibliometric Analysis” – Routledge Taylor & Francis: American Journal of Distance Education.
- “Why and why not a Common University Entrance Test (CUET) in India” – Times Higher Education magazine.
- “Anyone anytime anywhere: A case study of MOOC readiness among higher education students” – International Journal of Social Science Review.
- “NEP 2020: Challenges and Possible Solutions of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in India” – UGC Care Journal: Towards Excellence.
- “A Systematic review of factors influencing students educational aspirations” – UGC Care Journal: Towards Excellence.
- “McDonaldization of e-learning in India” – Feature article in Greater Kashmir.
Conferences, Seminars & Workshops
International & National Presentations
- Presented “Teaching with technology: Does professors background matter?” at Akal University, Punjab.
- Presented “Academic Capitalism in Indian Higher Education” at the ICSSR-sponsored International Conference on NEP 2020.
- Presented “Ethical values in Online Learning: Exploration of MOOC Courses” at the National Conference on Spiritual Development through Education, Central University of Haryana.
High-Level Event Participation
- Participated in international conferences hosted by UNESCO-UNEVOC on youth empowerment, Artificial Intelligence in education, and addressing gender disparities in STEM-related TVET.
- Attended the international seminar on “Gender Equality and Data Use” organized by the Global Partnership for Education Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX), IDRC, and GPE.
- Attended the global seminar on “Remote Online Examinations in Higher Education during Covid-19” organized by OECD-HARVARD-hundrED-World Bank.
Advanced Research & Training Workshops
- One-week Quantitative Research Methodology Workshop at IIT Delhi.
- One-week winter school on the use and applications of SPSS at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), New Delhi.
- National Workshop on Research Methodology in Social Science sponsored by ICSSR at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
- Two-week Academic Writing Workshop conducted by NIEPA, New Delhi.
- 3-month international module on “Global Teacher Education Policies and Practices” offered by the British Council and designed by the University of Sussex, England.
Achievements & Awards
- JRF & SRF Fellowships: Awarded Junior Research Fellowship and Senior Research Fellowship by NIEPA.
- UGC NET: Qualified in 2019.
- NTA NET: Qualified in 2020.
Key Skills
- Advanced Educational Data Analysis: Proficient in data interpretation, statistical tools (SPSS), and empirical methodologies in social sciences.
- Academic Research & Writing: Extensive experience in literature systematic reviews, bibliometric analysis, journal editing, and research framework compilation.
- Event Administration & Communication: Expert in academic rapporteuring, workshop coordination, event anchoring, and cross-functional team collaboration.
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Adept at identifying policy gaps in educational domains, such as vocational training (VET) and online learning environments.
- Digital & Financial Literacy: Strong grasp of instructional technologies, e-learning applications, MOOC readiness metrics, and project financial awareness.
