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Work History
Education
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Akilan Tholkappian

Akilan Tholkappian

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Experienced with creating comprehensive physics curricula to enhance student learning and engagement. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to convey complex theories in accessible manner. Track record of fostering classroom environment that promotes critical thinking and academic achievement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Physics Teacher

Global Indian International School
08.2024 - Current
  • Implementing differentiated instruction with various online resources.
  • College level lessons in Physics and Chemistry subject for a heterogeneous group of High school students.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers and professionals to create effective STEM techniques that met the learning needs and abilities of all students.

Physics Teacher

Merryland International School
03.2019 - 06.2024
  • Implemented research based effective lessons in Physics and science subject for a heterogeneous group of High and middle school students.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers and professionals to create effective STEM techniques that met the learning needs and abilities of all students.
  • Coordinator of Science Club activities, ADNOC STEM Challenge Coordinator, Abu dhabi UAE.

Physics Teacher

S.R.V. Matriculation School
02.2015 - 08.2016
  • Developed and implemented engaging, effective lessons in Physics subject for a heterogeneous group of High school students.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers and professionals to create effective STEM techniques that met the learning needs and abilities of all students.

Physics Teacher

Mahatma group of Schools
08.2011 - 03.2015
  • Developed and implemented engaging, effective lessons in Physics subject areas for a heterogeneous group of High school students.
  • Designed and implemented an interactive work plans for students with appropriate revisions in order to meet changing needs and requirements to provide quality education for students.
  • Technology and hands-on activities were integrated to foster student engagement and learning.

Physics Teacher

T.V.S. Lakhsmi School
08.2010 - 06.2013
  • Developed and implemented engaging, effective lessons in Physics subject areas for a heterogeneous group of Middle and High school students.

Education

Ph.D. - Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University
06.2024

B.Ed. - Bachelor of Education

Madurai Kamaraj University
06.2007

M.Sc. - Master of Science in Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University
06.2006

B.Sc. - Bachelor of Science in Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University
06.2004

Skills

  • Classroom management techniques
  • Physics simulations
  • Mathematics
  • Laboratory management
  • Student engagement
  • Information analysis

Educational Activities

Developed and implemented individualized education program. Identified and implemented goals tailored to the student’s individual needs and abilities. Coordinated with parents, teachers, teacher assistants, and various service providers. Actively supported teaching professionals on effective work strategies with special needs students maintaining a strong focus on learners. Facilitated presentations and recommended reading while providing interventions and methods on successful behavior management.

References

  • N., Srinivasan, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, vasan692000@gmail.com, Thiagarajar College, Madurai, India, 09
  • Syed Ali Kalangala, Sikkanther Batcha, Science Teacher, ssikkanther@harmonytx.org, kssyedali@gmail.com, Harmony School of Excellence, 8120 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX, 75249
  • Senthil, Kumar, Coordinator & Math teacher, sandro.kavi@gmail.com, Merryland International School, Abudhabi, UAE

Publications

  • Magnetic and optical properties of Ti Doped ZnO prepared by solid state reaction Method T. Akilan, N. Srinivasan., R. Saravanan, Material science in semiconducting processing 30, 381 – 387, Febrauary, 2015. Impact factor:2.41
  • Structural and magnetic studies on Fe doped Zinc oxide, Zn1-xFexO synthesized by solid state reaction T. Akilan, N. Srinivasan., R. Saravanan, Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Springer Publication, 26, 12, 9882-9890, December, 2015. Impact factor: 2.324
  • Structure of Vanadium-Doped Zinc Oxide, Zn1–X V x O, T. Akilan , N. Srinivasan , R. Saravanan , Prasanta Chowdury Materials and Manufacturing Processes, 29, 7, 780-788, July 2014, Impact factor: 1.63
  • Structure analysis on Ni and V co-doped zinc oxide prepared by solid state reactions T.Akilan, N.Srinivasan, R. Saravanan Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Springer Publication, 25 7 2898-2904, July, 2014 . Impact factor: 2.324
  • Worked as Senior Research Fellow in U.G.C. Major Research Project and had hands on experience on implementation on high temperature furnace, X-ray diffractometer, Field effective scanning Electron Microscopy and high vacuum operations.
  • International Conference on Recent Trends in Advanced Materials – Oral Presentation held at VIT University, Vellore during 20-22, February 2012 T. Akilan, N. Srinivasan., R. Saravanan.
  • International conference on Advanced Materials, Processing and Devices held on 15-16, July 2013 at the department of Material Science, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. T. Akilan, N. Srinivasan., R. Saravanan.
  • International Conference and workshop on Nanostructure ceramics and other nano materials held on 13-16, March 2012 – Abstract has been published T. Akilan , N. Srinivasan , R. Saravanan
  • International Conference on “ Recent Trends in Mathematical and Physical Modeling and Bio resource Management Strategies” held on 12th & 13th February 2019, Thiagarajar College, Madurai. T. Akilan, N. Srinivasan., R. Saravanan.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Physics Teacher

Global Indian International School
08.2024 - Current

Physics Teacher

Merryland International School
03.2019 - 06.2024

Physics Teacher

S.R.V. Matriculation School
02.2015 - 08.2016

Physics Teacher

Mahatma group of Schools
08.2011 - 03.2015

Physics Teacher

T.V.S. Lakhsmi School
08.2010 - 06.2013

B.Ed. - Bachelor of Education

Madurai Kamaraj University

M.Sc. - Master of Science in Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University

B.Sc. - Bachelor of Science in Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University

Ph.D. - Physics

Madurai Kamaraj University
Akilan Tholkappian