The course objective is to introduce the paradigm of alternative and appropriate technologies to enable rural communities to creatively prosper in the framework of Samajikta (Social Cohesion), Parasparata (Complementarity), Samriddhi (Natural Abundance) and Saundarya Drishti (Aesthetics & Beauty).
COURSE PLAN
Experiential Activity
Introduction to Desi, Vernacular, Local and Grassroots
Why are Appropriate Technologies (AT) relevant ?
Short Reading of Foundational Articles
Educational Documentary Film 1
Role of Agriculture in Development
Learnings from Green Revolution
Case Study 1 : System for Rice Intensification
Organic Farming, SRI, LEISA, Composting, Biofertilisers
Educational Documentary Film 2
Role of Artisanal Sector in Development
Learnings from Handloom & Handicrafts Policy
Case Study 2 : Handloom Sector in India
Frugal Innovations, Microspinning, Agri-Artisanal Linkages
Educational Documentary Film 3
Role of Water Sanitation in Development
Domestic Systems of Water Supply and Conservation
Decentralized Water & Waste Management
Educational Documentary Film 4
Local Health Traditions
Human Health
Livestock Health
Educational Documentary Film 5
Role of Housing & Habitat in Rural Development
Innovations in Green Building Materials
Disaster Resilient Housing & Regenerative Framework
Educational Documentary Film 6
Frugal Innovations
Creating your Vibrant Social Enterprise
Value & Wealth Generation at the Grassroots
Impact Hackathon
Individual Knowledge Sharing by learner. Each learner submits a written Term Paper (7500 Words Original Article checked for originality on Turnitin) & makes a research presentation for 20 minutes on a topic.
Reminder of Some Complex Challenges
Creative & Innovative Possibilities
New Adventures & Pathways
