Institutionalization of TechMODE: Learning in Framework, Systems and Policy Model Developments from the Maharashtra Animal and Fisheries Science University, India

Abstract

PCF5 Sub-theme: Livelihoods // Over last six years the institutionalization of TechMODE at MAFSU has gone through intensity fluctuations, changes in management and faced administrative and conviction obstacles. It provided a platform for understanding of technology applications, contextualized approaches and to a great level, in system integration. As a university with a spread out physical presence, varied competency, focus areas and diverse research, MAFSU offered an ideal context for synthesize technology usage and customization. Simultaneously, developing a system with range of applications, designing policy framework and convincing the management through demonstration was required to initiate institutionalization of TechMODE. Also, it was essential to develop a partnership model and explore the possibilities of a stakeholder led mixed technology based outreach for addressing sustainability and livelihood issues in rural Maharashtra, often devoid of upgraded infrastructure and access. Different models were developed for experimentation and understanding various issues MAFSU needs to address to attain its goal of contributing substantially for the socio-economic growth. // This paper intends to review the experiments with systems design, technology synthesis and learning from a unique scenario and suggest models for ICT enabled sustainable development and socio-economic contribution. // Paper ID 682