Akhil K. Singh, PhD

I work at the meeting point of philosophy, psychology, and Education. My aim is simple: craft learning spaces that honor the whole person—mind, body, and culture. Here you’ll find my research, writing, and current projects. Feel free to look around and drop a line if something sparks your interest.

About Me

Recent Publication

Current Affiliation:

Assistant professor

Department of Public Policy

MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru-INDIA

Embodied Education | Teacher Training | Education Policy

Current Projects

Explore my research and initiatives in education and philosophy.

A poster is pasted on a rough, beige wall. The text on the poster is in Italian, emphasizing the importance of social interaction and relationships in education. It calls for more open schools with additional teachers and classrooms, and ends with a hashtag.

Embodied Learning

Innovative approaches to holistic education and personal growth.

A group of young children sits at wooden desks in a classroom setting, with a teacher assisting them. The children are engaged in writing or drawing activities, wearing clothing typical of an earlier era. The teacher leans over to help some of the children, indicating an interactive and attentive learning environment. The room has a minimalist design with a blackboard and simple furniture.

Education Policy

Researching frameworks for inclusive and effective educational systems.

In a classroom setting, a student is standing at the front holding a large poster with illustrations and text. In the foreground, another student is seated at a desk with their hand raised. The classroom has a whiteboard and desks, and the overall environment is one of active learning.

A multi-story brick building with large windows, labeled 'School of Education', is framed by green foliage and yellow flowers in the foreground. The building features modern architectural lines with a series of stacked, protruding window sections.

Indigenous Knowledge

Integrating traditional wisdom into modern educational practices.

Philosophical Insights

Exploring the intersection of philosophy and education.

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Education

PhD, Embodied Education, School of Liberal Arts, IIT Jodhpur-INDIA

MA, Applied Psychology, MGCGV, MP-INDIA

MA, Philosophy, MGCGV, MP-INDIA

BCA, GGSIPU, Delhi-INDIA

Experience

Current:

Assistant Professor, Department of Public Policy, M. S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, India (Profile Link) (2024-Current)

Past:

Research Associate, Centre for Human Sciences, Rishihood University, Sonipat, India (2023-2024)
Teaching Assistant, School of Liberal Arts, IIT Jodhpur, Jodhpur, India (2017-2023)

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Crafting Holistic Learning Experiences

At the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and education, I create learning spaces that honor the whole person. Explore my research, writing, and projects that inspire transformative education.

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About My Work

My Educational Philosophy

As an assistant professor at M. S. Ramaiah University, my focus is on embodied learning, education policy, and indigenous knowledge systems, reshaping education through a deeper understanding of human nature.