Dr. Sushil Shrestha
Associate Professor
Digital Learning Research Lab
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Kathmandu University, Nepal
Education
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Organizers:
Participants:
Courses Delivered (February 2008 - Present)
Graduate Course: Knowledge Management (COMP 574)
Undergraduate Courses: eGovernance (COMP 480), Data Mining (COMP 482), System Analysis and Design (COMP 302), Software Engineering (COM 469), Knowledge Management (COMP 477), Adaptive Web Technology (COMP 426), Human Computer Interaction (COMP 341), Computer Network (COMP 204), Information System Technology (COM 240), Internet Technology (COMP 251), Structure Oriented Programming (C) (COMP 103), Object Oriented Programming (C++) (COMP 116), Computer Foundation (COMP 115), Information System (COMP 101), Pascal Programming.
Countries Visited:
South Korea (2), India (3), Thailand (3), Philippines (2), Malaysia (1), Vietnam (1), China (1), Poland (1), Qatar (1), Turkey (1), Pakistan (1), Dubai (1)
Research Areas:
Educational Technology, Learning Analytics, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Data Science, eGovernance, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Research Projects:
Conferences Presentations
1. Sushil Shrestha, Pratit Raj Giri and Manish Joshi, “Scaling Approach of Action Research on Inclusive Education: A Case of Nepal”, 37th AAOU Conference 2024, 15-17 October, Islamabad, Pakistan.
2. Hari KC, Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, "Video Object Segmentation and Feature Generation using Neural Network", Communication and Information Processing Nepal (CIP-N 2023 Conference), 07 April, 2023, Kathmandu University, Nepal.
3. Sushant Subedi, Aayush Dip Giri, Saugat Adhikari and Sushil Shrestha (2023), Technology Readiness of InsuranceServices: A Case of Nepal, 21st International Conference on eSociety 2023, Portugal.
4. Pratit Raj Giri, Dristi Thapa, Lumanti Siddhi Bajracharya, Shristi Shakya Laxman Gnawali, Hem Raj Kafle, Lina Gurung, Deviram Acharya, Jagat Bahadur Ale Magar, Hari Prasad Pokhrel, Mandira Neupane, Binayak Krishna Thapa, Manish Joshi, Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, “School Leaders’ Activities and Actions towards Inclusive Education and Equitable Practice in Government Schools of Nepal”, LIKE 2023 International Conference, 29th September 2023, Hotel Himalaya, Lalitpur.
5. Deviram Acharya, Sushil Shrestha, Pratit Raj Giri, Manish Joshi and Hari Pokharel, “Policy and Practice Paradox for Creating the Inclusive School”, LIKE 2023 International Conference, 29th September 2023, Hotel Himalaya, Lalitpur.
6. Manish Joshi, Aarsh Manandhar, Jasmine Twati, Pratit Raj Giri and Sushil Shrestha, “Exploring Government School Leaders' Engagement in Open Courses: Analysis, Insights, and Implications”, LIKE 2023 International Conference, 29th September 2023, Hotel Himalaya, Lalitpur.
7. Sushant Subedi, Aayush Dip Giri, Saugat Adhikari and Sushil Shrestha (2023), “Technology Readiness of Insurance Services: A Case Study of Nepal, 21st International Conference on eSociety 2023”, Portugal.
8. Freda Wolfenden, Deborah Cooper, Saraswati Dawadi, Zahid Majeed, Munir Ibrahimi and Sushil Shrestha, "Promoting inclusion at scale with school leader network communities supported by open resources: researching participant needs and priorities", Commonwealth Forum on Open Learning, 15-16 September, 2022, Calgary, Canada.
9. Sushil Shrestha, Manish Joshi and Sushant Subedi (2022), Gamified System: An Innovative Approaches of Learning, Transformative Education Research and Sustainable Development (TERSD-2022).
10. Lumanti Siddhi Bajracharya, Pratit Raj Giri, Shristi Shakya, Manish Joshi, Sushil Shrestha, Manish Pokharel, Jagat Bahadur Ale Magar and Mandira Neupane (2022), School Leaders’ Views and Challenges Associated with Inclusion in Government Schools in Nepal, Transformative Education Research and Sustainable Development (TERSD-2022).
11. Sushil Shrestha, Manish Joshi and Sushant Subedi (2022), Gamified System: An Innovative Approaches of Learning, Transformative Education Research and Sustainable Development (TERSD-2022).
12. Sushil Shrestha, Manish Joshi, Aakash Bashyal and Arun Timilsina, “Use of Game Based Elements in Online Learning System”, eLearning Forum Asia 2020, December 1-2, 2022, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines (Virtual conference).
13. Sushil Shrestha, Manish Joshi, Akash Bashyal, and Arun Timilsina, “Personalized Gamified System”, Seventh International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), November 26 – 27, 2021 at Deerwalk Complex. Kathmandu, Nepal.
14. Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, “Determining learning style scores to identify learner’s preferences”, eLearning Forum Asia 2020, December 7-8, 2020, Chinese University of Hong Kong (Virtual conference).
15. Manish Joshi and Sushil Shrestha, “Predicting Student Performance in Higher Education from Moodle Data using Learning Analytics”, eLearning Forum Asia 2020, December 7-8, 2020 at Chinese University of Hong Kong (Virtual conference).
16. Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, Machine Learning algorithm in educational data, 2019 Artificial Intelligence for Transforming Business and Society (AITB). Vol. 1. IEEE, 2019.
17. Pratit Raj Giri and Sushil Shrestha, "Development of better Interface by implementing Sniderman’s 8 golden rules of Human Computer Interaction", Sixth International Conference on Information Technology For Development (IT4D) Health, Education and Environment, Hotel Marriot Kathmandu, November 7-9, 2019.
18. Mala Deep Upadhaya, Nilima Dahal, Sachin Byanju, Pranit Dahal and Sushil Shrestha, "Enhancement of user interface design for mobile banking application by the use of Schneiderman 8 golden rule with tog’s first principle", Sixth International Conference on Information Technology For Development (IT4D) Health, Education and Environment, Hotel Marriot Kathmandu, November 7 – 9, 2019.
19. Prajwol Lamichhane, Arpan Mahatra, Anukul Parajuli and Sushil Shrestha, “Comparative analysis between Moodle and self-made Learning Management System”, KEC Conference 2019.
20. Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, “Educational Data Mining”, eLearning Forum Asia 2019, May 29-31, Bangkok, Thailand.
21. Manoj Shakya and Sushil Shrestha, “Learning Computer Programming through Nepal’s First MOOC: Learners Experiences”, eLearning Forum Asia 2019, May 29-31, Bangkok, Thailand.
22. Rajshree Rai, Anup Sedhain, Krishu Kumar Thapa, Ashutosh Chapagain and Sushil Shrestha, “Research and Application of Usability Principles and Fitts’ Law on Social Networking Android Chat Application” at International Himalayan Conference on Advanced Engineering and ICT-Convergence 2019 (ICAEIC-2019) on January 8, Kathmandu, Nepal.
23. Robin Ranabhatt, Bidhan Rai, Shoaib Manandhar, Amit Upreti and Sushil Shrestha,“Salient Sentence Extraction of Nepali Online Health News Texts” at International Himalayan Conference on Advanced Engineering and ICT-Convergence 2019 (ICAEIC-2019) on January 8, Kathmandu, Nepal.
24. Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, “Data Visualization”, Fifth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), August 3 - 4, 2018 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
25. Manish Joshi and Sushil Shrestha, “Mining Educational Data: A Case Study of Kathmandu University” at the International Conference on Advances in Business Management and Information Technology (ICABMIT) on July 21 - 22, 2018, Bankok, Thailand.
26. Manoj Shakya, Rajesh Manandhar, Sushil Shrestha and Manish Pokharel, “Teacher Perceptions of E-learning for Teaching in Science and Engineering” in 1st HUSOC Symposium 2018 on 28th - 29th April, Thailand.
27. Sushil Shrestha, Rabin Shrestha, Manish Chaulagain, Manoj Shakya and Manish Pokharel, “Learning Styles in Educational Technology”, 1st HUSOC Symposium 2018 on 28th - 29th April, Thailand.
28. Manoj Shakya, Sushil Shrestha, Rajesh Manandhar, Manish Joshi and Prasamsa Khanal, “Kathmandu University Open Online Course”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
29. Jyotika Tuladhar, Shirish Khanal, Sakar Ghimire, Roshan Sapkota and Sushil Shrestha, “Developing online portal as a Knowledge Management System to track and locate trekkers in the Annapurna trekking trails of Nepal”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
30. Sujal Kokh Shrestha, Prakash Dahal, Ruben Maharjan, Niraj Shrestha and Sushil Shrestha, “Creating a knowledge portal for effective knowledge sharing: evaluation of undergraduate projects of computer department at Kathmandu University”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna, Kathmandu, Nepal.
31. Anup Sedhain, Rajshree Rai, Ashutosh Chapagain, Deepesh Subedi, Krishu Thapa and Sushil Shrestha, “Learnhub”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
32. Prasamsa Khanal, Manoj Shakya and Sushil Shrestha, “Importance of Usability in Online Learning Technologies”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
33. Manish Joshi, Manoj Shakya and Sushil Shrestha, “Online Learning and Knowledge Management: Challenges and Solutions”, Fourth International Conference on Information Technology for Development (IT4D), July 29 – 30, 2017 at Deerwalk Complex and Hotel Annapurna. Kathmandu, Nepal.
34. Manoj Shakya, Sushil Shrestha, Rajesh Manandhar, Manish Joshi and Prasamsa Khanal, “Reflections on First MOOC of Nepal: From Learners’ Perspective”, The International Conference on Open and Innovative Education 2017, 12-14 July, Hong Kong.
35. Sushil Shrestha, “MOOC: Opportunities and Challenges in the context of Nepal”, Doctoral Research forum 2017: Instructional Design and Learning Analytics in MOOCs, 12-14 July, 2017, X-Learning Center, Graduate School of Education, Peking University, Beijing, China.
36. Manoj Shakya, Sushil Shrestha, Rajesh Manandhar, Manish Joshi and Prasamsa Khanal, “Initiation of MOOC in Nepal by Kathmandu University”, 8 July, National Conference on ICT Integrated Pedagogy for Effective and Meaningful Learning, organized by UNESCO Resource Distribution and Training Center (RDTC), Kathmandu University School of Education (KUSOED) in collaboration with Ministry of Education (MOE), Nepal, Open and Distance Education Center (ODEC) Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal.
37. Sushil Shrestha, “Developing better user interface by applying HCI Design Principles”, The 2nd International Conference on Next Generation Computing (ICNGC 2017), 5-7 January, 2017, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
38. Manoj Shakya, Sushil Shrestha and Rajesh Manandhar, “Awareness of MOOC Among College Students: A Study of Far Western Region of Nepal”, 3rd International Conference on e-Learning for Development, 30 July- 1 August, 2016, Hotel Annapurna, Kathmandu, Nepal.
39. Aarya Joshi, Pradip Silwal, Torchi Rokaya, Manish Gautam and Sushil Shrestha, “Role of Knowledge Management in Business Startups”, First International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship Nepal, 30 June- 1 July, Hyatt Regency, Kathmandu University, Nepal.
40. Sushil Shrestha, “Implementation of Knowledge Management System for effective knowledge sharing”, 7th National Conference on Science and Technology, 29-31 March, 2016, Hotel Yak and Yeti, Kathmandu, Nepal.
41. Sushil Shrestha, “Role of University Education in Community: A case study of Community Education Project of Kathmandu University”, 3rd Annual Sustainable Development Conference, 5-7 July, 2015, Bangkok, Thailand.
42. Sushil Shrestha, “Proposed guidelines to select Learning Management System”, 11th International Conference “Inter-University Cooperation Program “ASIAN Community Knowledge Networks for the Economy, Society, Culture, and Environmental Stability”, 30 March-3 April, 2015, Soaltee Crown Plaza, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Research Students:
PhD
Mr. Hari KC (ongoing), Mr. Kamal Thapa (ongoing), Mr. Rabin Shrestha (ongoing)
MS by Research:
Mr. Nishal Gurung (ongoing)
Thesis Supervisions (Masters):
Mr. Tulasi Dahal (Graduated), Mr. Manish Joshi (Graduated), Mr. Rabin Shrestha (Graduated), Mr. Kamal Thapa Magar (Graduated), Mr. Saugat Acharya (Graduated), Ms. Prasamsa Khanal (Graduated), Mr. Arun Timilsina (Graduated), Mr. Akash Bashyal (Graduated), Mr. Rupesh Poudel (Graduated), Mr Prashant Poudel (Graduated), Mr. Pratap Shrestha (ongoing), Mr. Nirmal Wagle (Graduated), Mr. Amrit Bhandari (ongoing).
Associate Director (2021-2023)
Student Welfare Directorate
Team Leader
Digital Learning Research Lab (https://dlrlab.ku.edu.np) Department of Computer Science and Engineering Kathmandu University, Nepal
Program Coordinator:
Computer Science (CS), (August 2015-July 2016), Department of Computer Science and Engineering (DoCSE), Kathmandu University, Nepal.
Project Coordinator:
Community Education Project (CEP) (March 2013 - December 2016)
- Plan, implement, coordinate and report activities as mentioned in the project application.
Subject Committe Member, Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Member, QAA team, School of Engineering, Kathmandu University for University Grants Commission (UGC): 2019 - 2022".
Member, Community Engagement Division (CED), Vice Chancelors Office, Kathmandu University (2022).
Computer Training Coordinator:
School of Engineering (2008-2013)
Conduct a “Computer Training course for the teachers of government school” jointly organized by Kathmandu University and Third Eye NGO from 10-15 July, 2011.
Conduct a “Computer Training course to the SLC pass out” jointly organized by Kathmandu University and Third Eye NGO from 24 April-25 May, 2011.
Conduct a “Computer Training Course” to the Kathmandu University staffs from 22 May-21 June, 2010.
Conduct a “Computer Training course to the SLC pass out” jointly organized by Kathmandu University and Samajik Jagaran Manch from 26 April-11 June, 2009.
Conduct an “IT Awareness Program” on 28 Feb, 2009, Kalikadevi School, Sindhupalchowk.
Conduct an “Open Source Awareness Program to the journalist of Kavre”, 8-13 February, 2009, Kathmandu University.
Advisor:
Kathmandu University Football Club (KUFC) (ongoing)
Kathmandu University Sports Week, 9-16 April, 2010 Dhulikhel, Nepal.
Team Member:
SASEC RTN (2013): Developed e-contents for a distance learning course.
Team Manager: KU Cricket Team:
Runner Up: 1st Inter University T-20 Cricket Tournament 2013, organized by Kathmandu University (KU) in collaboration with University Sports Association of Nepal (USAN).
University Observer:
Appointed as a KU Exam Observer to conduct a Final MBBS Examination in College of Medical Sciences, Bharatpur, Chitwan from 28 April - 15 May, 2024.
Appointed as a KU Exam Observer to conduct a Final MBBS Examination in Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara from 10 September - 24 September, 2023.
Appointed as a University Observer to conduct a Final MBBS Examination in Nobel Medical College, Biratnagar from 16 Oct-29 Oct, 2016.
Appointed as a University Observer to conduct a Final MBBS Examination in Nepalgunj Medical College, Chisapani, Banke from 3 Aug-3 Sept, 2012.
Appointed as a University Observer to conduct a Final MBBS Examination in Kathmandu Medical College from 1 July- 24 July, 2009.
Coach/Captain: KU Staff Football Team:
Participation: 8th 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2018, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Runner Up: 7th 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2017, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Runner Up: 6th 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2016, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Participation: 5th 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2014, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Winner: 4th 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2013, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Participation: 3rd 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2012, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Winner: 2nd 7 A Side KU Staff Cup Football Tournament, 2011, organized by Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Chaukot, Kavre.
Participation: 6th AMES Running Shield Football Tournament, February 27 to May 26, 2011, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel.
Participation: Inter Semester Football Tournament, November 1 to November 19, 2009, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel.
Participation: 2nd All Nepal BT cup Football Tournament, 2009, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel.
Runner Up: 1st All Nepal BT cup Football Tournament, 2008, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel.