Prof. Pradeep Kumar Misra, a Professor and Director of the Centre for Policy Research in Higher Education (CPRHE) at the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), New Delhi, has made significant contributions to the fields of higher education, educational technology, and teacher education.

His academic journey is marked by several prestigious international research scholarships, highlighting his global recognition. These include the Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship, the Commonwealth Academic Fellowship, DAAD Doctoral and Senior Researcher Scholarships, the Erasmus Mundus Visiting Scholar Scholarship, the National Scholarship of the Slovak Republic, the MASHAV Scholarship from the Israeli Government, and the Research Exchange Scholarship from FMSH in France. Additionally, he has received a Joint Research Project grant under the ICSSR (India) and NIHSS (South Africa). He is also an active member of the academic bodies of various institutions and organizations both in India and abroad.

Prof. Misra has published extensively both nationally and internationally, completed research and development projects, and developed educational media programs. His recent books, Teaching Competencies for 21st Century Teachers: Practical Approaches to Learning (Routledge, 2024) and Learning and Teaching for Teachers (Springer, 2021), are not just publications but prime examples of his impactful work that resonates with teachers globally. His recent books include Case Studies on Blended Learning in Higher Education: Design, Development, and Delivery (Springer, 2025), India Higher Education Report 2023: Higher Education Research (Routledge, 2025), and Case Studies on Blended Learning in Higher Education: Policy, Planning and Quality Assurance (Springer, 2024).

Prof. Misra has also developed educational media programs and supervised Ph.D. scholars. His extensive experience in education has taken him to many countries, spanning continents and cultures.