RITU GUPTA

With over 21 years of dedicated experience in independently managing libraries within school and engineering and management college settings, I bring to the table a robust skill set in library administration. I am known for my effective managerial capabilities, innovative thinking, and creative problem-solving skills. My strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, further enhance my proficiency in this field. I approach my work with a positive mindset, placing a premium on honesty, sincerity, and unwavering commitment. My high level of competence in administrative tasks enables me to effectively juggle multiple responsibilities. As a committed professional, I am not only a keen learner but also always ready to expand my knowledge base.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Attended the "SAARC Conference for Library & Information Professionals" held from December 01-02, 2012, jointly organized by BIMTECH, Greater Noida. I also served as a Member of the Organizing Committee.
• Participated in the 58th International Conference on Next Generation Libraries: New Insights and Universal Access to Knowledge, which took place at the Department of Library & Information Science, Karnataka University, Dharwad, from February 24-27, 2013.
• Took part in the "National Conference on Human Resource Development in Library Services in India-2013," organized by the Society for Library Professionals in association with the Institute of Economic Growth, New Delhi, on March 9, 2013.
• Engaged in a workshop on "Research Methodology" organized by BIMTECH from May 31 to June 2, 2013.
• Attended the national seminar on "Scientrometric Indicators to Evaluate Science & Technology Output of Universities and Premier Institutions in India" under UGC, organized by the Department of Library & Information Science, Karnataka University, India, from December 27-28, 2013.
• Participated in the "International Workshop on Big & Open Data: Evolving Data Science Standards & Citation Attribution Practices" held at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi, from November 5-6, 2015. This event was jointly organized by IIPA and INSA.
• Attended the "11th International Conference on Web Metrics, Informetrics, And Scientometrics (WIS) and the 16th COLLNET Meeting 2015," jointly organized by COLLNET, SLA, and IEG Delhi, held during November 26-28, 2015, at the Institute of Economic Growth, Delhi. I also participated in a Poster Presentation.
• Participated in a series of webinars organized by Collins as part of their Professional Development Programme for teachers:
  
• "Why Is English So Difficult?" conducted by Dr. Elaine Higgleton on May 28, 2020.
• "Outcome-Based Education Road-Map to E-Learning and Accreditation" on May 29, 2020.
• "Tricks and Tips to Improve the Game Plan of Teaching" by Ms. Kashmira Jaiswal on June 5, 2020.
• "Amplifying Voices" by Ms. Kashmira Jaiswal on May 14, 2020.
• "Do We Still Need Dictionaries?" by Dr. Elaine Higgleton on June 4, 2020.
• Attended a webinar hosted by SRM University titled "Engineering in an AI-Enabled World: What Will It Take to Survive Automation?" on July 1, 2020, with notable speakers Dr. Sandeep Sancheti, Dr. D.K. Aswal, Dr. Damodar Acharya, and Dr. Shubashree Desikan.
• Participated in a webinar on "Cyber Security" on May 31, 2020, led by Mr. Rakshit Tandon, a Cyber Security Expert and Consultant at the Internet and Mobile Association of India.

• Microsoft Certification: "Blended approaches for a modern learning environment"
• Microsoft Certification: "Classroom communities using social and emotional practises"
• Microsoft Certification: "Education Transformation Framework"
• Microsoft Certification: "Foster a dynamic remote learning environment with student-centered tools."
• Microsoft Certification: "Hybrid learning strategies for success"
• Microsoft Certification: "Level up with Office 365 and Windows"
• Microsoft Certification: "OneNote teacher academy"
• Microsoft Certification: "Microsoft Educator Academy"
• Microsoft Certification: "The inclusive classroom: Find the correct learning tools to help all students achieve more"
• Credly, Microsoft Certified Educator and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert 2022-2023
• Participated in Scholastic Workshop on "Guided Reading Through Short Reads, Propelling Students Towards Independent Readings, organised by the DIDACTICS ASSOCIATION, INDIA