Department of Humanities and Social Sciences

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Satya Sundar Sethy

Professor

  • Ph.D., (Philosophy) Central University of Hyderabad, Telangana, India
  • M.A., (Philosophy) Central University of Hyderabad, Telangana, India
  • B.A., (Philosophy) Fakir Mohan University, Odisha, India.
  • PGDDE., (Open and Distance Education) IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, India.
  • +91 (44) 2257 4509
  • satyasundar[at]iitm[.]ac[.]in

Philosophy, and  Education

  • Applied Ethics (Engineering Ethics and Academic Ethics)
  • Engineering Education
  • Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education
  • Consciousness Studies and Free Will
  • Logic (Deductive Logic, Inductive Logic, and Symbolic Logic)
  • Indian Philosophy
  • SIR-Fulbright Professor, Department of English and Philosophy, Humanities Division, Ephraim, Utah, the USA (Lecturing and Research Category; 2022-2023)
  • Associate Professor, Dept. of Humanities & Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai (From July, 2015 to Continuing…)
  • Assistant Professor, Dept. of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai (From August, 2010 to July, 2015)
  • Assistant Professor, Staff Training and Research Institute of Distance Education (STRIDE), Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidangarhi, New Delhi (From March, 2007 to August, 2010)
  • Fulbright Fellowship (Scholar-in-Residence; Lecturing and Research Category): United States-Indian Educational Foundation (USIEF), New Delhi. 2022-2023
  • Young Philosopher Award: Instituted by Indian Council of Philosophical Research, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, New Delhi. 2017
  • UGC-Research Fellowship (JRF & SRF): Ph.D. in Philosophy, UGC, New Delhi, 2003-2007
  • Gold Medal: MA in Philosophy, Central University of Hyderabad, Telangana, 2003
  • Merit Scholarship: MA in Philosophy, Central University of Hyderabad, Telangana, 2001-2003
  • First Prize: National Competition for an Essay Writing and Presentation, Awarded by Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR), Govt. of India, New Delhi, 2005
  1. Sethy, S.S. (2021). Introduction to Logic and Logical Discourse, Springer: Singapore. (https://springer.com/gp/book/9789811626883). [Scopus Indexed]
  2. Sethy, S.S. (Ed.). (2018). Higher Education and Professional Ethics: Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers, Routledge: UK. (https://routledge.com/Higher-Education-and-Professional-Ethics-Roles-and-Responsibilities-of/Sethy/p/book/9780367734978#>). [Scopus Indexed]
  3. Sethy, S.S., and Mishra, S. (2018). Assessment of Learner Performance, MDE- Learner Support Systems and Services, IGNOU Publishing : New Delhi, India. (http://egyankosh.ac.in/handle/123456789/41076).
  4. Sethy, S.S. (2016). Meaning and Language, DK Printworld Publication: New Delhi, India. (https://dkprintworld.com/product/meaning-and-language/).
  5. Sethy, S.   (Ed.)   (2015).    Contemporary   Ethical    Issues   in   Engineering, Engineering Science Reference (IGI Global Publication): Pennsylvania, USA. (https://www.igi-global.com/book/contemporary-ethical-issues-engineering/120056). The Second Edition of the Book (2020) is published by the Gale: A Cengage Company: USA. [Scopus Indexed].
  6. Sethy, S.S. (2010). Indian Philosophy: Orthodox Systems-1, BDP – Philosophy, IGNOU Publishing Ltd.: New Delhi, India. (http://egyankosh.ac.in/handle/123456789/37876).
  1. Sethy, S.S., Wright, G., and Salitrynski, M. (2023). “Teaching Ethics and Values Courses by Adopting ‘Ethics Bowl’ Strategies: A Case Study of an American Community College”, Community College Journal of Research and Practice. Submitted. [Scopus Indexed]
  2. Nishant, K., and Sethy, S. S. (2022) “Cognizing an Object’s Universal Features for Its Identity: A Contemporary Debate between Nyāya and Buddhism”, Philosophia. Forthcoming. [Scopus Indexed]
  3. Suresh, M., and Sethy, S.S. (2021) “Is “Free Will” an Emergent Property of Immaterial Soul? A Critical Examination of Human Beings’ Decision-Making Process(es) Followed by Voluntary Actions and Their Moral Responsibility”, Journal of Indian Council of Philosophical Research. 38, pp.491-505. [Scopus Indexed]
  4. Nishant, K., and Sethy, S. S. (2021) “Buddhism and No-Self Theory: Examining the Relation between Human Actions and Moral Responsibility”, Philosophia. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11406-021-00347-1 [Scopus Indexed]
  5. Sethy, S.S. (2021) “Academic Freedom in Indian Higher Education Setting”, Asian Journal of University Education. 17, No.2, pp.39-49. [Scopus Indexed]
  6. Suresh, M., and Sethy, S.S. (2020) “The ‘Self’ is the Source of Human Beings’ Decision-making Process: A Critical Examination on Theories of Free Will”, Meta: Research in Hermeneutics, Phenomenology, and Practical Philosophy. XII, No. 1, pp.143-161. [Scopus Indexed]
  7. Sethy, S.S. (2020) “Responsible Conduct of Research and Ethical Publishing Practices: A Proposal to Resolve ‘Authorship Disputes’ over Multi-author Research Paper Publication”, Journal of Academic Ethics. Vol. 18, pp.283-300 [Scopus Indexed]
  8. Subheesh, N.P., and Sethy, S.S. (2020) “Learning through Assessment and Feedback Practices: A Critical Review of Engineering Education Settings”, Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 16, No.3. [Scopus Indexed]
  9. Subheesh, N.P., and Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Assessment and Evaluation Practices in Engineering Education: A Global Perspective”, IEEE Explore, 1-5. [Scopus Indexed]
  10. Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Academic Ethics: Teaching Profession, Teacher Professionalism in Higher Education Settings”, Journal of Academic Ethics, Vol.16, No.4, pp. 287-299. [Scopus Indexed]
  11. Sethy, S.S. (2017) “Undergraduate Engineering Students’ Attitudes and Perceptions towards “Professional Ethics” Course: A Case Study of India”, European Journal of Engineering Education, 42, No.6, pp. 987-999. [Scopus Indexed]
  12. Sethy, S.S. (2016) “Communicating Artha (Meaning): A Journey through Oriental Philosophy”, Humanities and Social Sciences Review, Vol.5 (1), pp.245-250.
  13. Sethy, S.S. (2015) “Reinterpreting Gandhi’s Notion of ‘Dharma’: An Entanglement of Duty, Religion, and Ethics”, Gandhi Marg, 37 (2), pp. 293- 312.
  14. Sethy, S.S. (2013) “The Untenability of Atomistic Theory of Meaning”, KRITIKE, Vol.7, No.1, pp.138-152. [Scopus Indexed]
  15. Sethy, S.S. (2012) “Students’ Expectations about Their Grades Versus Course Expectations from Them: Will the Mismatch Ensure Quality Education?”, International Journal of Quality Assurance in Engineering and Technology Education, Vol. 2, No.4, pp.1-15. [Scopus Indexed]
  16. Sethy, S.S. (2012) “Cognitive Skills: A Modest Way of Learning through Technology”, Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 13, No. 3, pp.260-274. [Scopus Indexed]
  17. Sethy, S.S. (2011) “Meaning Holism: Reinterpreting Dummett’s Arguments Against Corporate and Molecular Holism”, Suvidya Journal of Philosophy and Religion, 5, No.2, pp.23-34.
  18. Sethy, S.S. (2011) “Learning at a Distance through Mobile Devices: A Global Choice of Learners in the Open and Distance Learning System”, Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, Vol.20, No.1, pp.83-95. [Scopus Indexed]
  19. Gaba, A., and Sethy, S.S. (2010) “Learners’ Perception towards Information and Communication Technologies: A Case Study of Indira Gandhi National Open University”, Indian Journal of Open Learning, Vol.19, No.03, 143-157.
  20. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Creativity and Cognition”, Europe’s Journal of Psychology, Vol. 3, pp. 45-55. [Scopus Indexed]
  21. Sethy, S.S. (2008) “Distance Education in the Age of Globalization: An Overwhelming Desire towards Blended Learning”, Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp.29-44. [Scopus Indexed]
  22. Sethy, S. (2008) “A Prospect for Meaning Holism”, Ravindra Bharati Journal of Philosophy, Kolkata, West Bengal, Vol. XIII, pp. 48-69.
  1. Qin, Z., Sethy, S., Lavinia, M., and Ramos, A.M. (2023) “Purposes of Engineering Ethics Education”, in Engineering Ethics Education Handbook, edited by Aline, and Marin, L., Routledge: New York. Forthcoming
  2. Glen, M., Wang, X. T., Sethy, S. S., and Atsushi, F. (2020) “Engineering and Some Asian Philosophical Traditions”, in Routledge Handbook of Philosophy of Engineering, edited by Michelfelder, D. and Doorn, N., Routledge: New York. pp. 50-65. [Scopus Indexed]
  3. Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Professionalism in Assessing Students’ Responses: Roles and Responsibilities of Higher Education Teachers”, in Higher Education and Professional Ethics: Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers, edited by Sethy, S.S., Routledge: UK, pp.99-123. [Scopus Indexed]
  4. Sethy, S.S. (2015) “Emotional Intelligence: Its Significance and Ethical Implications in Engineering Profession”, in Contemporary Ethical Issues in Engineering, edited by Sethy, S.S., IGI Global Publication: USA, pp.83-99. [Scopus Indexed]
  5. Sethy, S. (2014) “Should We have Compulsory “Engineering Ethics” Course for Engineers? Why Should It Be?” in Transformations in Engineering Technology, edited by Natarajan, R., Springer: The Netherlands, pp.233-242. [Scopus Indexed]
  6. Sethy, S.S. (2012) “Authentic Existence in Ludwig Wittgenstein: Meaning and Metaphysics” in Authentic Existence in Contemporary Philosophy, edited by Panthanmackel, G., National Printing Press: Bangalore, 102-117.
  7. Sethy, S.S. (2011) “Online Education: Reflection on Communication Skills of Distance Learners” in Meta-Communication for Reflective Online Conversations: Models for Distance Educations, edited by Demiray, U., Kurubacak, G. and Yuzer, T.V., IGI Global Publication: USA, pp. 282-291. [Scopus Indexed]
  8. Sethy, S.S. (2010) “Multilingualism: Inclination towards Cultural Learning in the Open and Distance Learning System” in ODL System in Transition: Experiences and Reflections, edited by Das, K., Vikas Publishing: Noida, pp.11- 28.
  9. Sethy, S.S. & Panthanmackel, G. (2010) “Radhakrishnan, Metaphysics of” in the ACPI Encyclopedia of Philosophy, edited by Puthenpurackal, J. et al., Vol.2, Asian Trading Corporation Publishing Ltd.: Bangalore, India, 1123-1125.
  10. Sethy, S.S. (2010) “Learner Support Systems”, MA (Part-II) Education, Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Mumbai University, India
  11. Sethy, S.S. (2010) “Evaluation in Distance Education: An Overview”, MA (Part-II) Education, Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Mumbai University, India
  12. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Cognitive Skills”, Learner Support Systems and Services,PGDDE, STRIDE, IGNOU, New Delhi, India
  13. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Tutor Comments”, Learner Support Systems and Services,PGDDE, STRIDE, IGNOU, New Delhi, India
  14. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Tutoring through Correspondence”, Learner Support Systems and Services, PGDDE, STRIDE, IGNOU, New Delhi, India
  15. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Supplemental Interaction”, Learner Support Systems and Services, PGDDE, STRIDE, IGNOU, New Delhi, India.
  • PHIL-1250: Reason and Rational Decision Making
  • HS-3050: Professional Ethics
  • PHIL-2008: Ethics and Values
  • PHIL-1000: Introduction to Philosophy
  • HS-1070: Deductive Logic
  • PHIL-2600: World Religion
  • HS-1020: Aspects of Western Philosophy
  • HS-7080: Philosophy of Language
  • HS-6130: Philosophy of Mind
  • HS-4381: Meaning, Truth, and Language
  • HS-2200: Introduction to Indian Philosophy
  • ECO-203: Symbolic Logic
  • ES-313: Lerner Support Services
  • Science and Engineering Ethics (Springer)
  • Journal of Academic Ethics (Springer)
  • BMC Medical Ethics (Springer)
  • European Journal of Engineering Education (Routledge)
  • Ethics and Education (Routledge)
  • Tertiary Education and Management (Routledge)
  • International Journal of Educational Management (Emrald)
  • Journal of Human Values (Sage)
  • Review of Education (Wiley)
  • Journal of Indian Council of Philosophical Research (Springer)

 

  1. Sethy, S.S. (Jan-April, 2017) “Indian Philosophy- MOOC Online Certificate Course”, Facilitated by IITMadras, Chennai, Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India. (https://onlinecourses-archive.nptel.ac.in/noc17_hs01/preview)
  2. Sethy, S.S. (Jan-June, 2015) “Indian Philosophy- Online Certificate Course”, Facilitated by IITMadras, Chennai, Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddJg3gzYEb8)
  3. Sethy, S.S. (2011-2013) “Philosophy of Language”, National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL), Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India. (https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109106063)

 

  1. Central University of Puducherry, Pondicherry
  2. NUEPA, New Delhi
  3. Delhi University
  4. Central University of Kerala
  5. Central University of Tamil Nadu
  6. Central University of Haryana
  7. Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar
  8. Kannur University, Kerala
  9. Fakir Mohan University, Odisha
  10. Ravenshaw University, Odisha
  11. Utkal University, Odisha
  12. North Orissa University, Odisha
  13. Loyal College, Chennai
  14. Madras Christian College, Chennai
  15. Calcutta University, Kolkata
  16. BJB College, Odisha
  17. IGNOU, New Delhi
  1. Sethy, S.S., Prasad, E., Vijayalakshmi, V., and Ravindran, P. (2023-2025) “Identifying First-year Engineering Students’ Academic Performance and Offering Guidelines to Overcome Challenges: A Case Study of IITMadras 2022-2023 Batch”, Funded by IC&SR, IIT Madras, Chennai. Ongoing.
  2. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “Authorship Disputes and Ethical Dilemmas in Publication Practice”, Video Lectures, Funded by Sage Publisher, UK.
  3. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “Ethical Integrity and Professionalism in ‘Authorship Practice’”, Video Lecture, Funded by Sage Publisher, UK.
  4. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “A Guideline to Resolve ‘Authorship Disputes’ over Multi- author Research Paper Publication”, Video Lecture, Funded by Sage Publisher, UK.
  5. Sethy, S.S., and Abraham, S. (2013-15) “Professional Ethics for Higher Education Faculties in India: An Investigation into its Development, Impacts and Relevance”, Funded by Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi.
  6. Sethy, S.S. (2010-2012) “Truth Conditional Semantics Vs. Meaning Holism: A Study in Philosophical Semantics”, New Faculty Seed Grant, Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India.
  7. Sethy, S.S. (2010-2011) “Introduction to Indian Philosophy”, National Program on Technology Enhanced Learning, Funded by MHRD, Govt. of India.
  8. Sethy, S.S. & Gaba, A. (2007-2008) “Learners’ Perception on Information and Communication Technologies: A Case Study of Indira Gandhi National Open University”, Sponsored by DEC, New Delhi.
  1. Sethy, S.S. (2023) “Risks in Engineering Design and Innovation: Ethical Responsibilities of Engineers, Contemporary Approaches on Engineering Ethics, February 21, 2023, Utah Valley University, Orem, the USA.
  2. Sethy, S.S. (2023) “Integrating Emotions into Engineering Design and Innovation: Risks and Responsibilities of Engineers, New Directions on Engineering Ethics, February 16-19, 2023, San Jose State University, Washington Square, California, the USA.
  3. Sethy, S. (2022) “Choice between Protecting Nature and Industrial Growth: From Deep Ecology Perspective”, Preparing for and Mitigating the Effects of Climate Change, December 7-10, 2022, Cleveland, Ohio, the USA.
  4. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “Offering Quality Education through Formative Assessment Practices: Responsibilities of Higher Education Teachers, International Conference on Pedagogy and Practice, October 15, 2022, Snow College, Ephraim, Utah, the USA
  5. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “Teaching ‘Engineering Ethics’ to Undergraduate Engineering Students: An Indian Perspective”, International Conference on Ethics Across the Curriculum, October 6-8, 2022, University of Mississippi, Oxford, the USA.
  6. Sethy, S.S. (2022) “Ensuring Quality Education through Academic Freedom in Indian Higher Education Setting”, Autonomy and Academic Freedom in the Public University: Perspectives from the Global South, March21-22, 2022, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
  7. Sethy, S.S. (2021) “Engineering Ethics Education: An Indian Perspective”, Global Perspectives for Engineering Ethics Education, December 15, European Society for Engineering Education (SEFI): UK.
  8. Sethy, S.S. (2019) “Is Morality Transcendental: Wittgenstein Vs. Buddhism”, Buddha and Wittgenstein on Culture and Values, March 14-16, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Andhra Pradesh.
  9. Sethy, S.S. (2019) “Assessing Students’ Achievements of a Course: Roles and Responsibilities of Higher Education Teachers”, Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, March 8-9, Teaching Learning Center, IIT (BHU), Varanasi.
  10. Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Teaching ‘Ethics’ to Higher Education Students Across Curriculum: Its Relevance and Significance for the Society“, Ethics in Higher Education, November 30- December 01, Madras Christian College, Chennai.
  11. Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Human Actions and Moral Responsibility: A Debate on Freewill and Consciousness”, Ethics: Theory and Practice, August 19-20, B.J.B. Autonomous College, Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
  12. Sethy, S.S. (2018) “Ensuring Quality in Higher Education through Assessment Practices”, EdMedia and Innovative Learning, June 25-29, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
  13. Sethy, S.S. (2017) “Academic Freedom and Social Responsibility: A Critical Review of Indian Higher Education System”, The Futures of Higher Education: Economic and Social Contexts, September 7-8, National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), New Delhi.
  14. Sethy, S.S. (2017) “Profession and Professionalism: Roles and Responsibilities of University Faculty Members in Indian Context”, Governance of Universities: Issues and Challenges, March 23-24, National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), New Delhi.
  15. Sethy, S.S. (2017) “Profession, Professionalism, and Higher Education Teachers in India”, Education in Contemporary India, February 22-24, Department of Education, Delhi University, New Delhi.
  16. Sethy, S.S. (2016) “Current Trends and Developments in Asian Higher Education”, Bridging the Continents: Fostering International Cooperation for ASEM Higher Education, November 23-24, Berlin, Germany.
  17. Sethy, S.S. (2016) “Communicating Artha (Meaning): A Journey through Oriental Philosophy”, Asian American Conference for Social Sciences and Humanities, January 12-15, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
  18. Sethy, S.S. (2015) “Are University Teachers in India Professionals: A Critical Appraisal”, International South Asian Conference on Social Policy in Higher Education: Challenges and Possibilities, November 19-21, Department of Education, Delhi University, New Delhi.
  19. Sethy, S.S. (2015) “Dead Consciousness: A Palatable Argument between Acharya Nagarjuna and Bernard Baars”, Global Seminar on Understanding the Contemporaneity of Acharya Nagarjuna’s Philosophy in the Global Context, January 28-30, 2015, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
  20. Sethy, S.S. (2014) “Should We have Compulsory “Engineering Ethics” Course for Engineers? Why should It Be?”, International Conference on Transformations and Engineering Technology, January 16-18, Hubli,
  21. Sethy, S.S. (2014) “Is Consciousness a Brain Process? A Reply from Yogacara Buddhist,” Buddhist Applied Philosophy, January 30-31, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
  22. Sethy, S.S. (2012) “Entanglement between Semantic and Mental Representation: A Disposition of Theory of Interpretation”, Language, Mind and Reality: A Reflection on the Philosophical Thoughts of R. C. Pradhan, March 5th to 7th, IIT Bombay, Mumbai.
  23. Sethy, S.S. (2011) “Offering Cross-border Education through Master of Arts in Distance Education Programme: Experiences in Indira Gandhi National Open University of India”, 2011 Global Forum: ‘Leveling the International Playing Field’, May 25th to 27th, Vancouver, Canada.
  24. Sethy, S.S. (2009) “Mobile Learning in Distance Education: Learners’ Smart Choice”, Cambridge International Conference on ODL, September 22nd to 25th, Murray Edwards College, Cambridge: UK.- Sponsored by COL, Canada.
  25. Sethy, S.S. (2008) “Multilingualism: Inclination towards Cultural Learning in the Open and Distance Learning System”, International Conference on Equity, Access and Excellence: Towards Exploring New Frontiers in ODL Systems, November 14th to 16th, Guwahati University, Guwahati, Assam- Sponsored by UNESCO, Paris.
  26. Sethy, S.S. (2006) “Logical Positivists: The Dispute between Scientific Assertions and Ethical Assertions”, International World Philosophical Congress Conference, December 15th to 20th, Delhi University, New Delhi- Sponsored by ICPR, New Delhi.
  27. Sethy, S.S. (2004) “A Theoretical Framework for Meaning Holism”, Indian Philosophical Congress Conference, December 16th to 19th, Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
  1. Symbiosis Law School, Pune (May 6, 2023) “Research in Indian Philosophy: The Relation between Human Actions and Legal Responsibility”
  2. Department of Philosophy and Humanities, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, the USA (March 30, 2023) “Ethics and Engineering”
  3. Department of Philosophy and Humanities, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, the USA (March 30, 2023) “The Three Phases of Engineering Ethics Development in India”
  4. Center for the Study of Ethics, Utah Valley University, Orem, the USA (February 21, 2023) “How shall Engineering Ethics course be taught to students?”
  5. College of Professional and Global Education, San Jose State University, California, the USA (February 17, 2023) “Globalization of Science and Engineering Education: Benefits and Opportunities”
  6. Department of Technical Education, Snow College, Richfield Campus, Utah, the USA (November 03, 2022) “Is Higher Education Teaching a Profession?”
  7. Department of English and Philosophy, Snow College, Ephraim, Utah, the USA (November 01, 2022) “Academic Ethics and Intellectual Integrity in Teaching Profession”.
  8. Department of Philosophy, Utah State University, Logan, Utah, the USA (October 24, 2022) “Metaphysics of Consciousness and Monism: An Investigation into Advaita Vedanta Philosophy”.
  9. Department of Philosophy, Utah State University, Logan, Utah (October 24,2022) “Theravada Buddhism and No-Self Theory”.
  10. Department of Economics, School of Management, University of Pondicherry, Puducherry (May 14, 2022) “Ethical Integrity in Research and Publication Practice”. Webinar
  11. Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, Telangana (April 7, 2022) “Risks in Engineering Design and Innovation: Responsibilities of Engineering Professionals”. Webinar
  12. Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir (March 30, 2022) “Research Ethics and Academic Integrity”.
  13. Department of Philosophy, Hindu College, University of Delhi (February 26, 2022) “Ethical Significance and Epistemological Relevance of Upanishadic Messages for Contemporary Society”. Webinar
  14. Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, Odisha (February 20, 2022) “Inclusive Education and Quality Assurance in Higher Education: A Road Map for India”. Webinar
  15. Department of Economics, Vijaygarh Jyotish Ray College, Kolkata (January 24, 2022) “Professionalism in Assessment and Evaluation Practices: Role and Responsibilities of higher Education Teachers”. Webinar
  16. Human Resource Development Centre, University of Calicut, Kerala (October 25, 2021) “Retaining Students in Higher Education Setting through Noble Assessment and Evaluation Practices”. Webinar
  17. Research Park, IITMadras, Chennai (July 28, 2021) “Integrating Code of Ethics into Engineering Design & Innovation”. Webinar
  18. Department of Linguistics, Central University of Kerala, Kerala (July 20, 2021)“Research and Publication Ethics”. Webinar
  19. Human Resource Development Centre, Kannur University, Kerala (March 15, 2021) “Professionalism in Assessment and Evaluation Practices in Higher Education Settings”. Webinar
  20. Human Resource Development Centre, Kannur University, Kerala (February 26, 2021) “Assessment and Evaluation Practices in Higher Education Settings: Methods and Approaches to Enhance Students’ Learning”. Webinar
  21. Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Panjab (Feb 01, 2021) “Ensuring Quality through Assessment Practices: Roles and Responsibilities of Higher Education Teachers”. Webinar
  22. Human Resource Development Centre, Kannur University, Kerala (June 12, 2020) “Identification of a Research Problem and Formulation of Hypotheses for a Research Study”. Webinar
  23. Loyola College of Education, Nungambakkam, Chennai (November 9, 2019) “Integrating Professional Ethics into Assessment Practices for Students’ Inclusive Learning”.
  24. Department of Education, Central University of Haryana, Haryana (April 29, 2019) “Professional Ethics in Research and Teaching Practices in Higher Education Settings”.
  25. Department of Education, Central University of Kerala, Kerala (March 12, 2019) “Integrity, Accountability, and Ethics in Research and Publication Practices”.
  26. Department of Education, Central University of Kerala, Kerala (September 10, 2018) “Responsible Conduct of Research and Publication Ethics in Higher Education Settings”.
  27. Human Resource Development Centre, Kannur University, Kerala (July 20, 2018) “Research and Publication Ethics in Higher Education Settings”.
  28. Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Kannur University, Kerala (March 9, 2018) “Professional Competencies and Code of Conduct for University Teachers in India”.
  29. Human Resource Development Centre, Kannur University, Kerala (February 5, 2018) “Research Ethics and Publication Practices: An Overview of Academic World”.
  30. Department of Education, Central University of Kerala, Kerala (January 9, 2018) “Research Ethics and Scientific Enquiry: A guide for Novice Researchers”.
  31. Department of Social Sciences, Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, Odisha (August 24, 2017) “Ethical Issues in Social Science Research”.
  32. Department of Economics, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, (March 02, 2015) “Ethical Issues in Research Work”.
  33. Department of Education, Ravenshaw University, Odisha (September 6, 2014) “Epistemology and Knowledge Acquisition”.
  34. Department of Philosophy, Ravenshaw University, Odisha (September 6, 2014) “Does the Mind Lead the Brain?”
  35. Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai, Tamil Nadu (June 9, 2012) “A Typology of Faculty Conflict: Development and Significance of the Code of Ethics in Higher Education”.
  36. Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai, Tamil Nadu (June 15, 2012) “Conflicting Interests and Commitments: The Role of Teachers in Higher Education”.
  37. Xzavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, Orissa (March 18, 2011) “Investigating the Research Problems: A Philosophical Query”.
  38. Institute of Distance and Open Learning, University of Mumbai, Mumbai (March 25, 2011) “Self-learning Materials Development: Activities”.
  39. Department of Applied Mechanics, IITMadras, Chennai (September 26, 2010) “Guidelines for Designing and Using PowerPoint Slides Effectively”.
  1. Sethy, S.S. (March 2-7, 2015) “Identification of Problem, Formulation of Research Questions and Hypotheses: A Guide for Novice Researchers”, National Workshop on Research Methodology and Basic Econometric Applications”, Department of Economics, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu.
  2. Sethy, S.S. (September 14, 2006) “Early Wittgenstein’s Approach to Meaning”, Department of Philosophy, University of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
  3. Sethy, S.S (February 20-24, 2006) “Has Putnam Acknowledged Semantic Holism?”, Workshop on Holism and Its Alternatives, Department of Philosophy, Ravindra Bharati University, Calcutta.
  4. Sethy, S.S (September 8, 2005) “Frege and Truth Conditional Approach to Meaning”, Department of Philosophy, University of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
  5. Sethy, S.S. (March 18, 2005) “State of Nature: A Closer Understanding on Rousseau and Aristotle’s View”, Social and Political Philosophy in Contemporary India, Department of Philosophy, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam.
  6. Sethy, S.S. (December 19, 2004) “A Theoretical Framework for Meaning Holism” in Indian Philosophical Congress, Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
  7. Sethy, S.S.(September 10, 2004) “An Introduction to Meaning Holism”, Department of Philosophy, University of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
  8. Sethy, S.S. (June 3-6, 2004) “Message of the Upanishads”, Sardar Patel University, Anand, Gujarat.
  9. Sethy, S.S. (March 1-21, 2004) “Is Consciousness a Spiritual Entity”, Refresher course on Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness, Department of Philosophy, University of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
  1. Sethy, S.S. (2012) Review of “Meaning and Context” (Peter Lang AG Publication) edited by Baptista, and Rast, E., Philosophy in Review, Vol.XXXII, No.5, pp. 345- 347.
  2. Sethy, S.S., (2011) Review of “E-Learning Technologies and Evidence-Based Assessment Approaches” (IGI Publication) edited by Spratt, C. and Lajbcygier, P., Indian Journal of Open Learning, Vol.20, No.1, 45-47.
  3. Sethy, S.S., (2009) Review of “The Challenges for Marketing Distance Education in Online Environment: An Integrated Approach” edited by Demiray, U. & Serdar Sever, N., Journal of Staff & Educational Development International, Vol. 13, No 2, pp.145-148.
  4. Sethy, S.S., (2009) Review of “Computer Supported Collaborative Learning: Best Practices and Principles of Instructors”(IGI Publication) edited by Orvis, K.L. & Lassiter, A.L.R., Indian Journal of Open Learning, Vol. 18, No. 1, 45-48.
  5. Sethy, S.S., (2009) Review of “Ethical Practices and Implications in Distance Learning” (IGI Publication) edited by Demiray, U. and Sharma, R.C., Indian Journal of Open Learning, Vol. 19, No.2, 117-119.
  6. Sethy,S.S. (2007) Review of “Open and Distance Learning in the Developing World (2nd Edition)” by Hilary Perraton, (Routledge), Journal of Staff & Educational Development International, Vol. 11, No. 2&3, 171-174.

(04 PhD Students, 01 MA student, 01 BTech student)

  • Nishant, K. (PhD Student) (2021). (Awarded)
  • Suresh. (PhD Student) (2020). (Awarded)
  • Rachana Arya (Master Student) (2017). (Awarded)
  • Sahil Satiskumar (BTech Student) (2022). (Awarded)
  • Subeesh (PhD Student) Co-Guide; Prof. E. Prasad, Chemistry Dept (In Progress)
  • Rajat Pal (PhD Student) (In Progress)
  • Warden: Dean Students Office (From January 2016 to December 2018)
  • Coordinator of Department Examination (2013-2015)
  • Member of Department Consultative Committee, HSS, IITMadras – (01 year and 06 months).
  • Chairperson of Curriculum Design Committee for BA Philosophy at IGNOU, New Delhi
  • Chairperson of Curriculum Design Committee for MA Philosophy at IGNOU, New Delhi
  • Teacher Trainer for Newly Recruited Faculty members of IGNOU and State Open Universities
  • Convenor of 01 Refresher Program for senior university faculty members
  • Coordinator of International & National Students at IGNOU, New Delhi
  • Resource person for Teacher Training Programs for 27 colleges & universities
  • Member of IIT Madras time table committee (2019-2021)
  • Member of IIT Madras course allocation committee (2018-2020)
  • Member of Curriculum Design committee for Education and Humanities Programs at IGNOU, New Delhi (2008-2017)
  • Deputy Election Officer (January 2018- December 2018)
  • Faculty Advisor to MA Integrated students at IIT Madras.
  • Chairperson of 02 international conferences
  • Member of Humanities and Social Sciences Entrance Examination (HSEE) question paper setting, vetting, and evaluation team.

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