Prakriti Goswami
Mumbai,MH
Summary
I am an experienced religious studies teacher well-versed in Hindu Studies and Indian Philosophy systems. C
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
University of Mumbai
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Contributed to the development of a robust online course offering, making philosophy education accessible to a wider audience.
- Served as an academic advisor to undergraduate students, guiding them through course selection and future career paths.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students and community on topics such as ethics, logic and contemporary religious thought.
- Facilitated stimulating and thought-provoking class discussions on range of philosophical topics.
- Created and implemented programs to promote philosophy and religious studies to students.
- Maintained student attendance records, grades and other required records to meet departmental standards and monitor student progress.
- Conducted educational and engaging lectures centered on such topics as ethics, critical thinking and contemporary moral issues.
- Developed quizzes, exams, and projects to test undergraduate students' knowledge and understanding of subject matter covered in classes.
- Engaged students by encouraging participation in class and sharing thoughts on subjects under discussion.
Teaching Assistant
Indiana University-Bloomington
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
Assistant Editor
Indiana University-Bloomington
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed article submissions from freelance contributors, providing feedback and revisions as necessary for publication readiness.
- Assisted Editor-in-Chief during high-volume periods, stepping in to provide additional support and ensure continuity of quality output.
- Streamlined editorial processes, implemented efficient content management systems.
- Analyzed reader trends to guide editorial focus, aligning with audience interests.
- Streamlined the editorial process by efficiently managing deadlines, ensuring timely article submission and publication.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
- Collaborated with editorial team to develop engaging content ideas, maintaining a consistent publication schedule.
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
University of Mumbai
06.2023 - Current
- Developed quizzes, exams, and projects to test undergraduate students' knowledge and understanding of subject matter covered in classes.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students and community on topics such as ethics, logic and contemporary religious thought.
- Led departmental recruitment efforts resulting in increased enrollment numbers year over year.
- Evaluated student progress using formative and summative assessments, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills in students by incorporating philosophical concepts and theories into engaging lectures.
- Engaged students by encouraging participation in class and sharing thoughts on subjects under discussion.
- Created and implemented programs to promote philosophy and religious studies to students.
Education
Ph.D. - Religious Studies
Indiana University-Bloomington
Indianapolis, United States09-2026
Master of Philosophy - Theological Studies
University of Cambridge
Cambridge, United Kingdom10-2019
Master of Arts - Philosophy
University of Mumbai
Mumbai01-2017
Skills
- Academic writing
- Publication record
- Teaching expertise
- Class and lesson planning
- Student mentoring
- Online teaching
- Course design
Additional Information
- I am a doctoral candidate at Indiana University Bloomington with a prominent interest in studying Braja Vaiṣṇavism and the role of poetics, music, and aesthetics in the devotional theism within Indian religiosity.
- As a member of the direct lineage of Vallabhācārya, my scholarship mainly focuses on the orthopraxis of Puṣṭimārga and the Vedāntic hermeneutics of Śuddhādvaita. I am a practitioner of Vallabha Sampradāya, and her experience with the musical heritage and liturgical practices of the Puṣṭibhakti tradition provides rich ethnographic data for my study.
- My first book, Mahārāsa Man͂juṣā: Sacred Poetry of the Divine Dance, presents an English translation of Nandadāsa’s exquisite poetic rendition of the Bhāgavata’s quintet on the mahārāsa. Find the book here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Maharasa-Manjusa/Prakriti-Goswami/9781647229191
- I have assisted and taught a variety of courses at Indiana University: Introduction Hinduism (Spring 2021); Introduction to Religions of Asia (Fall 2021); Introduction to Islam (Spring 2022); Work Hard, Pray Hard (lesser known American Religions - Fall 2022); Introduction to Christianity (Spring 2023).
- In two years of Ph.D. coursework, I also completed the mandatory Teaching Practicum Course that helps build courses, teach classes, and use innovative methods in class.
- I also completed a minor in India Studies and a mandatory Cross-cultural Methodological Seminar that helps incorporating cross-cultural, post-colonial ideas in research and teaching.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Elementary (A2)
Sanskrit
Advanced (C1)
Latin
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
University of Mumbai
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Editor
Indiana University-Bloomington
03.2023 - 04.2024
Teaching Assistant
Indiana University-Bloomington
01.2021 - 04.2023
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
University of Mumbai
07.2019 - 04.2020
Ph.D. - Religious Studies
Indiana University-Bloomington
Master of Philosophy - Theological Studies
University of Cambridge
Master of Arts - Philosophy
University of Mumbai
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