Saraswathi Krithivasan
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About
Saraswathi Krithivasan is a pioneering educator and researcher whose work has transformed engineering education in India through the innovative use of project-based learning (PBL) and large-scale online competitions. Her primary research areas include embedded systems, robotics education, and scalable pedagogical frameworks that bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on application. Krithivasan’s most significant contribution is the design and implementation of the e-Yantra Robotics Competition (eYRC), a massive online PBL platform that has engaged thousands of students across India. Her seminal papers, such as “Massive Project Based Learning through a Competition” (23 citations) and “Learning by competing and competing by learning” (20 citations), document how eYRC delivers hands-on robotics training at scale, fostering innovation and creative thinking. She also addressed critical challenges of infrastructure and inclusivity, as seen in her work on lab setup initiatives and building inclusiveness in online competitions. Additionally, Krithivasan explored machine learning applications for auto-tagging in selection tests, enhancing assessment accuracy. With over 60 citations across her most-cited works, her research has had a profound impact on engineering education, making her a key figure in democratizing access to quality technical training in India.
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