Boarding schools making Children Future-Ready in true sense: Dr. Prem Kashyap, The Pestle Weed

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From highlighting the importance and transformative role played by boarding schools in the holistic development of a child to speaking on the role of AI in education and the need to be cautious in its usage, Dr. Prem Kashyap, Principal, The Pestle Weed, opens up in an exclusive interview with Sheeba Chauhan of Elets News Network (ENN). Edited excerpts:

You have built a great boarding school in the foothills of Himalaya. We would like to know more about your organisation and challenges you faced and how you would like to define the benefits between the day school and the boarding school.

Having a boarding school instead of a day school offers numerous benefits. Boarding schools provide a structured daily routine that includes educational, extracurricular, and social activities beyond regular school hours. In contrast, day schools typically follow a standard schedule with classes during the day and extracurricular activities taking place after school.

In a boarding school, students reside on campus throughout the academic year, providing ample opportunities for their training and preparation for future challenges. With a limited number of students per class, boarding schools facilitate close and strong relationships among peers and teachers, allowing for greater attention to each student’s holistic development, which may be lacking in day schools. The close-knit community fostered in boarding schools leads to stronger bonds among students and a sense of camaraderie.

Moreover, boarding schools often offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, sports, clubs, and programs that go beyond regular school hours. This allows students to explore their interests, talents, and passions to a greater extent. While day schools also provide extracurricular activities, they are typically limited to after-school hours and may have a narrower focus on the local community.

Another advantage of boarding schools is the opportunity for students to develop independence and take on more responsibilities. Living away from home requires them to manage their time, studies, and personal needs independently, contributing to their overall personality development.

What is your NDA foundation course? Could you let us know more about the specific course offered to students belonging to class 9th and above?

I have developed a deep fascination and genuine affection for individuals serving in the armed forces. Over the course of the past 55 to 60 years, as a teacher, I have witnessed numerous gatherings where I have had the pleasure of hosting a substantial number of guests, many of whom hold esteemed positions within the Navy, Air Force, and Army. Within our educational institution, we have taken the initiative to embark on a journey with students aspiring to join the National Defence Academy (NDA) from as early as the 9th grade.

We provide them with a foundational curriculum tailored specifically to their aspirations. Moreover, we offer comprehensive guidance and assistance to those who are preparing for the NDA examinations and harbour a strong desire to serve in the Army, Air Force, or Navy. Notably, we have the privilege of having Samish Agarwal, a retired General Officer Commanding (GOC), and a team of other distinguished retired military professionals who diligently train these aspiring students, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for their future endeavours.

AI is the prevailing phenomenon within the education sphere, with widespread discussions surrounding it, what is your comment on the same?

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds significant importance in our society, and its integration into educational institutions has already taken place. However, to my understanding, AI is not a recent development. Its utilisation can be traced back thousands of years to a particular era. While European countries are currently highlighting the prominence of AI, India also has the potential to follow suit. In fact, India has already made remarkable strides in leveraging technological advancements such as AI to revolutionise the education sector within the nation.

Nevertheless, it is crucial to ensure that AI does not assume the role of a master. As long as it continues to serve as a tool, it remains acceptable. The reason for this cautious approach stems from the fact that excessive reliance on AI could potentially displace manual labour, exacerbating the already challenging task of job creation in a densely populated country like India. Although the automation of tasks through AI is advantageous for smaller European nations, its impact on our country would be different.

The World Education Summit has been igniting transformation in the education industry since its initial edition. What are your thoughts on being a part of the 26th edition of this global platform on 4-5 July in New Delhi?

I am truly honoured to be a part of this prestigious event. Education plays a vital role in shaping the future of individuals and societies, and I believe that platforms like the World Education Summit are crucial for fostering collaboration, sharing ideas, and driving innovation in the field of education.

I have been a part of various educational conferences and summits. As learning is a continuous process, I also learn from the great ideas and knowledge shared in summits. I look forward to engaging with fellow educators, policymakers, and experts from around the world to discuss pressing issues, exchange insights, and explore innovative approaches to enhance learning outcomes and educational systems.

NETF signs 14 MoUs to improve employability

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National Education Policy, or NEP 2020, celebrated its third anniversary during the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam 2023, a two-day event held in New Delhi’s Pragati Maidan. In order to improve employability through upskilling, reskilling, placement, internships, digital infrastructure, workshops, and certifications, the National Educational Technology Forum (NETF) signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 14 organisations from various industry domains in India during this event.

The Hon’ble Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan, the Hon’ble Minister of State for Education, Professor T G Sitharam, Chairman of the AICTE, Professor Anil D Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of NETF, and Buddha Chandrasekhar, CCO, NEAT, AICTE, graced the ceremony held at the newly inaugurated IECC complex.

The National Educational Technology Forum (NETF), which seeks to transform the educational industry via the power of technology, was established through this collaborative initiative. By encouraging collaboration between educators, decision-makers, and business executives, the forum will close the technological and educational gap. In order to create cutting-edge educational technologies and best practises, it will act as a platform for the exchange of knowledge, resources, and experience. This will guarantee that all students have equal access to high-quality education.

Prof. T. G. Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE stated, “We are going on a transformative path to revolutionise education in India through strategic alliances with the National Educational Technology Forum. By utilising the potential of technology, we hope to empower students, encourage innovation, and open the door for a diverse and forward-looking educational environment.

Prof. Anil D. Sahasrabudhe, Chairman, NETF, expressed enthusiasm for this ground-breaking partnership and emphasised the importance of collective effort in determining the direction of education. The NETF envisions a world in which technology and education are smoothly integrated, empowering both students and teachers and promoting a knowledge-driven society with a focus on lifelong learning.

Punjab CM flags off a group of headmasters for training at IIM Ahmedabad

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August 1, 2023

Bhagwant Mann, Chief Minister of Punjab, sent out the first group of headmasters for specialised training at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad, in yet another ground-breaking move meant to spark a revolution in the educational field.

The Chief Minister declared that it is a grand day in the history of the state while speaking with the media after flagging off the group of headmasters. He stated that the current batch is traveling to Ahmedabad to increase their level of knowledge, whilst delegations of Principals are returning after obtaining training in Singapore. Bhagwant Mann said that the single motive is to ensure that students of the government schools in the state get a quality education. So that they can compete with their convent-educated peers across the globe.

According to the Chief Minister, just as exceptional coaches make excellent players, a modern teacher will contribute to developing capable pupils for the future. The state government, according to him, has ample resources to support the education sector, and every effort will be made to guarantee that children receive high-quality instruction. Bhagwant Mann predicted that, as a result of the state government’s tireless efforts, Punjab will soon become a national center for high-quality education.

Bhagwant Mann claimed, however, that he attends some sort of function every day to guarantee the welfare of every segment of society. He declared that it is the responsibility of his government to safeguard the wellbeing of every segment of society and that nothing would be spared in the pursuit of this admirable goal.

The Chief Minister claimed that after taking office, he immediately set out to resolve all the legal and administrative snags in order to regularise the employment of 12710 teachers. According to Bhagwant Mann, the goal was to provide the teachers’ financial security since he is adamant that only when their futures are safe will they be able to change the course of their pupils’ lives. The genuine issue facing each employee, for which the state administration is already exerting every effort, would be resolved, he claimed.

Standout Features of ShriConnect ERP Solutions: Sheelam Seth, Shri Educare (ShriConnect) Ltd.

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The idea behind developing the ERP system was to reduce the dependency on manual work and streamline the various school processes in an efficient and smooth way, shared Sheelam Seth, CEO, Shri Educare (ShriConnect) Ltd. in an exclusive conversation with Sheeba Chauhan of Elets News Network. Edited excerpts:

ShriConnect is the one-stop paperless solution for any type of educational institute to automate the school management process. Please let me know more about your solutions.

ShriConnect is an all-embracing IT resolution for institutions that serve each of the establishments with their services and helps all the associates like students, teachers, senior management team, and parents. ShriConnect is a SaaS model system, a cloud-based ERP, which contributes to the efficient functioning of schools. ShriConnect helps in streamlining administrative tasks such as student/employee attendance management, HRMS/payroll, and employee self-development portal, report card generation/ mark analysis, and fee management module, thus reducing the manual workload for staff, saving time, improving accuracy and the environment.

ShriConnect has features like classroom management, online assignments, exam results, and progress tracking. Teachers can monitor students’ academic progress, identify areas for improvement, and provide timely feedback, ultimately enhancing overall academic performance. It also simplifies student personality traits/Co-Curricular Activities and enables various academic trend projections based on data-driven analysis, generate automated fee receipts, tracks payment status, and generates financial reports, reducing the administrative burden and improving transparency. ShriConnect focuses on data security and has robust security measures through encryption, access control, and regular backups to protect sensitive student and institutional data. Furthermore, it is evolving to keep up with the changing needs and advancements in the education sector.

Your brand has been in the industry since 2008 and the education industry has seen a major shift from 2008 till today. How do you cater to the changing needs of the education ecosystem?

In India, nearly 40% of the children go to private schools, and seeing the current trend this sector is expected to have an accelerated growth in the coming year. Keeping in mind this requirement we have developed a robust system built to scale and customise as per the school’s needs. ShriConnect has customisable modules and features and can be tailored to align with their specific workflows, policies, and processes, ensuring that the system adapts to the unique needs of schools. One of the focus areas has been mobile accessibility: As the education landscape evolves, mobile accessibility becomes increasingly important. We provide mobile applications or responsive interfaces, allowing stakeholders to access information and perform tasks on the go, irrespective of their location or device.

These advancements have supported all our schools to adapt to the changing needs of the educational ecosystem and improve efficiency, collaboration, and student outcome. We ensured by having a dedicated team working continuously at the back end for the past half-decade and ensuring the overall development and technological advancement are carried out in line with the ever-changing environment in the educational sector.

How are you implementing technologies like AI and ML in building your solutions more efficiently and cost-effective?

The idea behind developing the ERP system was to reduce the dependency on manual work and streamline the various school processes in an efficient and smooth way. ShriConnect has been trained for Intelligent Data-driven Analysis, It can analyse large amounts of data collected and by applying data mining techniques, these algorithms can identify patterns, trends, and correlations in student performance, attendance, personality behavior, and other relevant data. This analysis helps educators and administrators make data-driven decisions and implement targeted interventions. The analysed historical data also helps in forecasting student performance, identifying students at risk of dropping out, or predicting resource requirements. This proactive approach enables early intervention and targeted support for students, improving retention rates and academic outcomes.

I believe a lot more needs to be done in this area with the ever-evolving technological revolution. We continuously strive to work in this direction and upgrade ShriConnect continuously.

Could you please elaborate on why you have chosen only the school segment for your ERP Solutions?

We have been in the education sector for the past 35 years since the opening of the first Shri Ram School in 1988. Our schooling Technology vertical is currently at 100 + schools in India, Maldives, and Doha across CBSE, ICSE, CAIE, and IB curriculum schools. So, it was innate for us to help our school team, parents, and students with effective administration, enhanced communication, and academic performance monitoring. Working with a wide spectrum of schools has helped us to further optimise our systems for better performance and results.

What are the features of Shri Connect ERP solutions that make it stand out among the rest in the industry?

in the industry? I would say the biggest advantage of opting for ShriConnect is the optimised solution we provided to each school based on their need and not by any planned models. This helps schools plug into our systems and have a hassle-free user interface and would help them drastically reduce the overhead costs. Another thing that I take great pride in is the customer support provided to each school by our team, with a complaint resolution of 2 hours we believe in quality deliverance. We also have constant connections with our existing clients to get their feedback and upgrade our systems and integrate various technologies to automate the manual processes at schools.

The World Education Summit has been igniting transformation in the education industry since its initial edition. What are your thoughts on being a part of the 26th edition of this global platform on 4-5 July in New Delhi?

World Educational Summit is an event that brings together policymakers, educators, researchers, and other stakeholders in the education industry to discuss and collaborate on key issues and challenges in school education.

It serves as a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaborative efforts to address the diverse challenges faced by the education industry globally. Such forums contribute to shaping education policies, fostering partnerships, and driving innovation in the ever-changing requirements of school education on a global scale.

Embracing Smart Education for Innovation and Success in India’s Higher Education

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In today’s rapidly evolving world, where technological advancements have permeated every aspect of our lives, the realm of education is no exception. According to the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) projections, India will continue to have one of the youngest populations in the world until 2030, boasting nearly 140 million college-aged individuals. This demographic shift, accompanied by the growing comfort of the youth with technology, presents a window of opportunities for the popularisation of educational technologies. In fact, recent research by McKinsey reveals that more than 60 per cent of students prefer using new classroom learning technologies. Embracing smart education is poised to be game-changing in this regard as it makes education enjoyable, engaging, efficient, effective, and ethical. It holds immense potential to revolutionise the way we learn and thrive in India’s higher education landscape.

With increasing internet speeds, cloud computing advancements, and the availability of information anytime and anywhere, traditional teaching approaches are being replaced by new learning models, including distance learning, mobile learning, personalised learning, flipped and blended learning, social collaborative learning, and game-based learning. Embracing these changes, smart education or smart learning environments have emerged, integrating pedagogy, technology, and novel teaching approaches to enhance learning. Smart education, which encompasses not only technology but also innovative approaches to teaching and learning has emerged as one of the top global trends of 2023.

Smart education has gained significant traction worldwide, as evidenced by the implementation of smart learning environments in various education systems. Various studies across the globe have evidenced the importance of incorporating smart education into our curriculum, as it offers significant advantages in student performance, engagement, and knowledge retention. A study conducted at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens, Greece, revealed that challenge-based gamification, which is a great example of a smart learning environment, improved student performance by an impressive 89.45% compared to lecture-based education, resulting in an overall performance increase of 34.75%. Another study by the Federation of American Scientists demonstrated that students recall only 20% of what they hear, but when gamification is used, enabling students to perform tasks themselves, an astounding 90% retention rate is achieved.

Moreover, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the importance of innovative pedagogy and smart learning environments. Educational institutes in India should focus on incorporating smart education to stay ahead in the global learning landscape. This incorporation demands a focus on five crucial aspects: making education enjoyable, engaging, efficient, effective, and ethical. Enjoyable and engaging smart education can leverage augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies to create immersive learning experiences, enabling students to explore complex concepts and virtual environments. Collaboration tools, discussion forums, and social learning networks should be considered to foster peer interaction and collaborative problem-solving, boosting student engagement and motivation.

Efficiency and accessibility are key considerations in smart education. Integrating learning management systems (LMS) and digital tools can automate administrative tasks, improve communication, and expedite processes. The LMS market in India is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 20.58% during the forecast period 2021 to 2026, which would help Indian universities to make eLearning sustainable in the long run. This would help in providing online evaluations and personalized feedback to enable targeted coaching while providing instructional content in regional languages ensuring accessibility for diverse linguistic backgrounds. Embracing efficiency and accessibility in smart education empowers institutions to optimize resources and provide equitable learning opportunities for all students.

The goal of smart education in India should be to deliver successful educational outcomes. Data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) can track student progress, identify learning gaps, and provide personalized interventions. According to a study by UNICEF, AI-driven personalized feedback can help reduce India’s dropout rates, which are 4% at the primary level and 20% in higher education. Moreover, adaptive learning algorithms can adjust the difficulty and pace of education to cater to individual needs. Learning analytics assist educators in refining teaching methods and improving overall effectiveness.

Ethical considerations should be integral to smart education, where stricter measures need to be introduced to ensure data privacy and security, safeguarding students’ personal information. Educational institutions should take precautions to manage students’ online actions and development appropriately and with integrity. Smart education platforms should also aim to promote inclusivity and diversity by providing equal learning opportunities to all students, regardless of their backgrounds or geographical locations.

Embracing smart education is crucial for India’s educational institutions to keep pace with global advancements. By creating enjoyable, engaging, efficient, effective, and ethical learning environments, India can foster innovation, cater to diverse needs, and deliver successful educational outcomes for all learners.

Views expressed by Raj Mruthyunjayappa, Chief Digital Officer and President- India, Anthology Inc.

Technology in Early Education: Shaping the Success of Next Generation – Dewan Siraj Munir, Sublime Academy

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Technology guides the modern world – Educational Technology can prepare the students for real world.

The use of technology in education is the need of the hour. In today’s technology-led world, learning how to use technology is very important for a child. Technology enables a child to engage with the learning process and plays a positive role in the child’s learning and development.

Using technology makes learning more entertaining for toddlers and preschoolers. Some children naturally don’t love to go to school. Digital classrooms create an entertaining space and make them fall in love with the school.

It is important for students to learn technology skills to become future-ready and compete globally. Children can now use technology to write and illustrate. Educational Technology familiarises students with modern technology. It familiarises a child with software and apps like presentation tools, spreadsheets, word processors, etc. Educational games can help children develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision making skills.

National Education Policy (NEP 2020) has laid great emphasis on the use of technology in education. National Educational Technology Forum (NEFT) has been created to integrate technology into different aspects of school & higher education. At Sublime Academy, we have transformed into a Digital-Tech school. We have powered our curriculum with Lead, a school Edtech company. We are the first school in the Barpeta district to do so. Transformation into Digital-Tech has benefitted our students. Learning has become more engaging with our multimodal learning process. Our Audio-visual content and grade-wise activity kits don’t just make learning fun for students but also help in a better understanding of concepts. Our QR code-enabled books facilitate digital visualization. Blended learning at Sublime, is making our students future ready.

Views expressed by Dewan Siraj Munir, Executive Director, Sublime Academy

Prof. Ganesan Kannabiran appointed as NAAC’s new Director

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Prof. Ganesan Kannabiran, an educationist, has been chosen to serve as the National Assessment and Accreditation Council’s (NAAC) new director.

NAAC announced stating that Prof. Kannabiran has taken charge as director from 28 July onwards.

He has more than 30 years of expertise in teaching, research, and administration. He is a graduate of the National Institute of Technology in Tiruchy and a senior professor of information systems there. He places a particular emphasis on skill development and entrepreneurship.

Along with serving as Director-in-Charge of NIT Trichy and NIT Puducherry, he was also the Dean of Research and Consultancy.

Along with three master’s degrees in computer science & engineering, business administration (MBA), and mathematics, he has a PhD in management information systems.

From 2018 to 2023, Prof. Kannabiran served as the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Andhra Pradesh’s founding director. He had made important contributions to the National Education Policy’s execution at the institute and encouraged the adoption of nearby communities during his tenure as director.

Prof. Kannabiran has received three fellowships: a British Council Study Fellowship (Huddersfield University, UK, 1997), a Commonwealth Professional Fellowship (Edinburgh Napier University, UK, 2015), and two Fulbright Fellowships (Education Administrators Programme, 2011; Fulbright Visiting Lecturer at Oklahoma State University, 2015). He served as the National Expert for a global research project on measuring productivity in higher education that the Asian Productivity Organisation funded.

Additionally, he has worked on numerous projects for the Department of Science and Technology, the Government of India, UNESCO, the All India Council for Technical Education, and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

His areas of interest include business analytics, IT consulting, IT project management, and software engineering, among others. His enthusiasm in entrepreneurship led him to start two businesses that encourage aspiring businesspeople, the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development and Incubation (CEDI) at NIT Trichy and Gyan Circle Ventures at IIIT Sri City.

IIT Kharagpur announces to launch MBBS Course

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July 28, 2023

IIT Kharagpur announces to start an MBBS programme in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The MBBS programme in medicine will begin at the IIT Kharagpur’s BC Roy Institute of Medical Science and Technology, according to VK Tewari, Director, IIT Kharagpur.

Additionally, the institute will launch a dual degree programme that will allow students to take both BTech and MTech courses at the same time. At IIT Kharagpur, a four-year bachelor’s degree curriculum in science will also begin. The whole undergraduate and graduate curricula of the institute will be available for students to select from. The selection of electives in the UG and PG curriculum has expanded. Interdisciplinary dual-degree programmes have also been introduced, according to Tewari.

The eight-week summer internship that was once a requirement for UG courses can now be changed to an eight-month research internship. There will also be an option for an internship for PG programmes in addition to this. IIT-Kharagpur has also set up an international student office, and is making efforts to increase the admission of international students, Tewari added.

In the meantime, directors from various Andhra Pradesh institutions and universities gathered in the SV University Senate Hall in Tirupati to talk about the status and upcoming plans for implementing NEP 2020 at the varsities. A number of universities declared their adoption of transdisciplinary course frameworks and an open curriculum. According to media reports, Satyanarayana, the director of IIT-Tirupati, emphasised the importance of value-based education, enhanced internship opportunities, and multidisciplinary education. He added that the community-focused projects and emphasis on skill development secured the urgently needed nation-building. While Vice-Chancellors Raja Reddy and D Bharathi stressed the policy’s connections between academia and industry as well as community involvement.

National credit framework set to bridge the gap between education and employment: Pravesh Dudani, Medhavi Skills University (Sikkim)

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Amongst the policy reforms introduced under the new National Education Policy (NEP 2020), the National Credit Framework is ground-breaking. When fully implemented, it will revolutionise the Indian education system. This policy has the potential to bridge the gap between education and employment, shared Pravesh Dudani, Founder and Chancellor, Medhavi Skills University (Sikkim), in an exclusive interaction with Sheeba Chauhan of Elets News Network. Edited excerpts:

Please let us know about Medhavi Foundation and what is your vision behind starting this foundation and more exciting facts.

Medhavi Foundation is a Section 25 not-for-profit organisation working in skilling, education and livelihood domain for the past 10 years and has impacted the lives of 1.5 Lakh+ beneficiaries through various short-term and long-term training initiatives. The Foundation is led by a group of IIT Alumni working with a vision to empower the youths of our country who are deprived of access to quality education due to financial constraints. The Foundation became a partner for National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and opened Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs) across 6 East and North East states, implementing various government sponsored skill training programmes (Star Scheme, PMKVY, NULM, State Skill Missions).

The Foundation also received CSR projects from TCS, Emami, NHPC, Whirlpool, Teamlease, etc. From 2019 onwards, the Foundation became an Empanelled TPA for National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) with the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE)/ Ministry of Education, and tied up with 120+ establishments/industries for NAPS/NATS implementation. It rapidly expanded operations to 11 states with 40+ vocational centres. In 2020, the National Education Policy (NEP) was announced for a major overhaul of the education and skilling ecosystem. In line with NEP 2020, the Sikkim Government paved the way for the formation of Medhavi Skills University (MSU) in 2021.

What is your take on industry-academia collaboration for building a better ecosystem of learning at higher education institutes?

In the recent decade, the industry and academia have found common cause – in order to remain relevant and to preserve the nation’s competitiveness and economic opportunity in response to rapid technological change and increasing global competition, a highly skilled workforce is required. This is an economic imperative. The integration of vocation and employment oriented goals in academic educational programs is perhaps the only way forward. In the true sense, an Industry-Academia partnership for skill development might perhaps provide alternate pathways to academic credentials that have market value for individuals.

Amongst the policy reforms introduced under the new National Education Policy (NEP 2020), the National Credit Framework is ground-breaking. When fully implemented, it will revolutionise the Indian education system. This policy has the potential to bridge the gap between education and employment. By doing so, the NCrF seeks to empower a generation of skilled and adaptable learners prepared to confront the challenges of a rapidly evolving global economy.

What is your vision of the future workforce?

I envision a future Indian workforce, that is young, knowledgeable – not only in theory but has hands-on practice. The workforce will be technologically advanced. The technology driven world in which we live is a world filled with promise but also challenges. Digital platforms and technology will enable those with winning ideas and allow for specialist and niche profit markers to flourish.

What are the various programmes your university is introducing to tackle the volatility of the future workforce?

Medhavi Skills University is dedicated to providing the youth with the training they need to handle the future workplace’s dynamism and volatility. Our top focus in carrying out this purpose is collaborating with eminent industry partners both inside and outside of India to design and implement demand driven programmes that incorporate on-the-job training and learning into the industry.

MSU has tied-up with IHG Hotels and Resorts for apprenticeship embedded degree programmes (AEDP) – B. Sc n Hospitality and Hotel Management. MSU has tied-up with Reliance Retail, as well as, Aditya Birla Group. In the Gems & Jewelry Sector, we have a tie-up with the Institute of Gems and Jewellery (IGJ)to jointly launch Work Integrated Degree/Diploma/ Certificate Programmes in association with various jewellery retail and manufacturing industry partners. MSU has tied up with CICU – Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertaking for the manufacturing sector. We also have a strategic tie-up with B4M Brothers 4 Musics Entertainments, for both AEDP programs as well as for short-term skilling programmes related to the Music & Entertainment Sector.

Recently, your university signed an MOU with Critical Care Hospital & Research Institute. Let us know about this collaboration and how it can help students.

Critical Care Group of Hospitals shall provide industry-relevant on-the-job skill training, or in other words, practical training, to select students of MSU, where they will work as interns or apprentices. The intent and focus of the practical training shall be to provide practical exposure to and teaching of industry relevant on-the-job skills to the students of MSU, rather than only providing a broad, knowledge-based education. It is to be noted that the practical training imparted to the students will be in accordance to the curriculum approved by the Academic Council of MSU. The curriculum is standardised as per UGC and B.Voc. Guidelines and AEDP Guidelines. MSU shall oversee the practical training being imparted and also oversee the development of technology-based content, curriculum and pedagogy for the practical training programs.

For students. selected for the training will have a distinct advantage. Every hospital or healthcare facility is looking for applicants who have a hands-on understanding of how things operate and can use it to their advantage to streamline hospital care processes. The students would gain these professional abilities from on-the-job training, which would be a fantastic addition to their resume.

The World Education Summit has been igniting transformation in the education industry since its initial edition. What are your thoughts on being a part of this global platform on 4-5 July in New Delhi?

It is really exciting. Participating in such forums and conferences makes one learn a lot from the level of expertise and knowledge of the speakers and participants. It also accords an opportunity to build networks with other academics and experts in the same or similar field of studies all around the world and to share thoughts on recent advances and technological breakthroughs. Meeting new people with different cultures and dispositions enlightens the way of thinking. On can witness some of the many different aspects and solutions which exist on the same issues.

IIM Kozhikode to establish ‘India-Japan Study and Research Centre’

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July 27, 2023

‘India-Japan Study and Research Centre’ will shortly be established at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode. This center’s mission is to advance management education and research capabilities in the particular fields that both nations find of mutual interest.

A number of Japanese higher education institutions will participate in student exchange programmes thanks to this agreement. To advise IIMK on Centre operations from Japan, Prof. Rajib Shaw of Keio University in Japan has been hired as a visiting professor.

“We built this study and research institute in light of the current interests of both countries in a variety of fields. With the help of this project, research collaborations and student exchange programmes with various Japanese institutes of higher learning will be made possible. This initiative will provide for the transfer of information and abilities in the areas of shared interest. Through research, training, and other management development initiatives, this will help foster an awareness of Japan in India and India in Japan”, said Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director IIMK.

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