Tradus.in brings Blackberry Playbook to India

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June 17, 2011

Tradus.in has launched BlackBerry Playbook in India. The product is yet to enter the brick and mortar stores in Indian market but it can be virtually explored and booked at Tradus.in.

The sensational Playbook is available in three versions of 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB memory space. The ultra-portable design & power-packed features of the BlackBerry PlayBook helps you transform your work at office, and is a true companion to play with at home.

“Lately, Gadgets have been ruling the consumer space and we are glad to bridge the gap between our customers & their gizmo needs, by offering this sensation from Blackberry. With over 10 tablets already pre-booked on Tradus.in, we are very confident that the demand of this tablet will only continue to rise,” says Rahul Sethi, President, e-commerce, Tradus.in.

Playbook is available for pre-booking on Tradus.in and will start shipping to the buyers from 24thJune. Blackberry Playbook is price at Rs. 27,990 for 16GB Rs. 32,990 for 32 GB and 37,990 for 64 GB.

Biometric Attendance for Haryana School Teachers Soon

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June 17, 2011

In a bid to keep a tab on teachers and to prevent their increasing absenteeism from government schools, Haryana government has decided to install biometric fingerprint scanners in around 2622 government schools in the state.

“Many cases of teachers' absenteeism have come to light in Haryana government schools during the past few months. The situation is worse in the schools that are located in rural areas. There are cases where teachers come to school only once in a month to mark their presence in the register,” a senior official of Haryana Education Department said.

“This project will be completed by August. The biometric scanners are being installed under the centrally sponsored scheme for information and communication technology in schools,” he added.

Biometric fingerprint scanners would store the information about teachers like their time of arrival in the school and leaving the school. This scanner will read the fingerprints of the particular teacher and nobody could replicate them.

“These biometric fingerprint scanners are being successfully used in various institutions in the US and in European countries. Our Information Technology Department will maintain them and keep the records of every six months of all teachers,” the spokesperson stated.

ERA Business School includes iPad 2 in Management Education

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June 17, 2011

The Era Business School has extended facilities to accentuate learning and empowering education through the introduction of Apple iPad 2 for all its students.

Taking a step further in education, EBS recognizes that students can experience a breakthrough in learning subjects more easily and faster by creating a unique learning environment. In line with promoting tech savvy learning, EBS is providing Apple iPad2 to every student.

EBS has invested in developing a world-class infrastructure, powered by a Wi-Fi state-of-the-art technology campus, step based global video delivery enabled classroom, and Web-enabled ERP based system (EBS Blackboard), besides a Finnish software based IT and communication lab.

Speaking on the occasion Prof. Sanjiv Marwah, Director, Era Business School said, “EBS believes in versatility and innovation, therefore students are provided with cutting-edge technology. Now, they can engage in higher education from any corner of the world. Since college students prefer freedom and flexibility, the iPad2 is just the right choice in customizing the learning experience. To facilitate learning it will offer innumerable free lecture notes, examinations, and videos for students and curious learners online”.

The EBS blackboard (ERP application) shall be available on iPad 2 enabling students to access anywhere, anytimenotes while getting the institute's updates, attendance, class information, e-mail access, instant messaging.

Pilot Project on Vocational Courses to be started in Haryana

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June 17, 2011

Central government has selected Haryana state to start a nationwide pilot project in vocational education. Under this project, the school children will be given training in vocational education in addition to normal education. Based up on the response this project will be extended to other states of the country.

“Union Human Resource and Development Ministry has selected Haryana for starting a pilot project in vocational education. Emphasis will be given on different sectors like agriculture, horticulture technology, hotel management, tourism, banking and animal husbandry under this pilot project,” Haryana's Education and Industrial Training Minister Geeta Bhukkal said.

“This will not only add to the capabilities of students but will also help to increase their employability. Based up on the success of this project in Haryana, it will be extended to other states,” she added.

Bhukkal said that the vocational education would be put at par with general education disciplines, which would help in catering to the skill deficiencies in the labour market. Training costs of vocational education project will be funded by the central government. Besides, technical support will also be provided by the centre. While designing this project, all prospective client groups have been kept in mind, Bhukkal stated.

Lovely Professional University launches Distance Education study programmes

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June 17, 2011

Encouraging Education beyond the Campus, the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning (DODL) of Lovely Professional University launched its Distance Education Study Programmes across the country. Flagged all around in multi-colour , the Universiy welcomed more than 500 Representatives, of its future study centers, who witnessed the launching ceremony of Dynamic Web-Portal, E-Learning Portal, Prospectus, Comprehensive Study Material, Radio and TV Advertisements, e-kiosks etc. On this occasion, the Chairman of the Lovely Group, Romesh Mittal, Vice- Chairman Naresh Mittal and the Chancellor LPU Ashok Mittal jointly inaugurated the Launching Ceremony by lighting of the lamp, at Shri Baldev Raj Mittal Auditorium of the University.

Addressing the gathering of the Study Center Owners from across India, Chancellor Ashok Mittal shared the Vision for the LPU Distance Education. He mentioned: “LPU Distance education Programme would be a quality Programme to be delivered across India and around the Globe. Right from the Study Material to the Study Centers, Web-Portal, Students Support System, Examination and everything related to the programme would be of global Standard.” He further said: “We will try to change the definition and perception of Distance Education being delivered in India by providing the utmost quality education to all the students enrolled in these programmes.” He also informed: “During the first year, we would be starting with 30 Study Programmes under 5 Disciplines and we will add Programmes further, as per the Industry requirements.” He forcefully said: “LPU will promote lifelong learning through its Distance Education, which will provide a quality University education at the most affordable Fee structure.”

It is worth illustration that the Individuals who look upon education as a continuing activity and wish to enhance their knowledge in an existing discipline of study or acquire proficiency in a new area, are sure to benefit from the Programmes offered. The Directorate is constantly working towards Student Support Services, Infrastructure & Learning Resources, Automation of Systems, Innovative Curriculum and Learning Pedagogy, to constantly match the industry requirement. Besides these, to minimize the physical distance between the student and the University, the directorate provides online access for latest and up-to-date information, academic resources and various administrative facilities.

A few of the representatives of the Study Centers from Ahemdabad, Bhuvneshwar, New Delhi and Punjab, Dr Parkash Khuman, Raj Kumar Patnaik , Alpana Harjai, Garima Manocha, Ritu Raj, Bhupender Singh, Gaurav Saini and Monika said: “We are fortunate to be a part of endeavour of the University which is educating the larger section of the population of India and of abroad. We are happy to be associated with LPU which is respected as one of the strongest name for the Quality Education.”

Bharath University intros Hospitality & Tourism Management degree Programmes

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June 17, 2011

Bharath University, in an attempt to bridge the increasing demand in the hospitality sector, has introduced three new courses in Hotel Management & Catering Science. These courses will be conducted by the Bharath Research School of Tourism & Hospitality (BRSTH). With an aim to provide quality training to the students in the hospitality sector, the courses will be offered starting this academic year.

BRSTH is one of the leading hospitality Institutes in South India. BRSTH operates in association with Accord Metropolitan Hotel, Chennai. Besides getting practical exposure, students will also get a chance to work as part-time employees at the affiliated hotels. BRSTH also collaborates with foreign universities through (CTH) Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

The courses offered are Diploma in Hotel Management @ Catering Administration SSLC 3, B. Sc. Hospitality & Tourism Management HSC 3 and MBA Hospitality & Tourism Management Any UG 2

Commenting on this, Dr. R. Kari Thangaratnam, Principal, Bharath Institute of Science & Technology said, “There is a huge demand for holistic hotel management courses in the country. Today, the hospitality sector's expectations from graduates have considerably risen and just a degree or certification is no longer the only criteria, the industry demands more! These new course are aimed at providing hospitality education at par with international standard.”

The new courses offered also have job prospects both in India and abroad. Within the industry, there are plenty of openings in sections like front office, general operations, sales and marketing, food and beverage, service keeping and catering.

Yahoo India to impart Internet education in schools

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June 17, 2011

Yahoo India is planning to collaborate with schools for providing them Internet education. With this collaboration, Yahoo aspires to network with schools with basic computer laboratories till class 8th.

The module would cover various aspects of internet, including email, search, accessing mobile internet and tips on internet safety to students. However, programme is yet to be finalized.

Yahoo also runs a similar programme, ‘Learn with Yahoo’, in collaboration with different cyber cafes across the country through which a person can sit for a 60-minute learning module on various aspects of the Internet. Currently, the programme covers 2,500 cyber cafes across 50 cities in 15 states. About 60 per cent of these cafes are located in small towns. Yahoo started this programme in November 2010 and have already handed over 400,000 certificates.

DIQA Hosts seminar on

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June 16, 2011

The Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance in collaboration with the European Union organized an Information Seminar on “The European Union's 7th Research Framework Programme” on 15th June 2011 at the Convention Hall, The Business School, University of Jammu. Prof. R.D Sharma, Dean Academic Affairs was the Chief Guest on the occasion and Mr. Christian Wilk, European Union delegate was the resource person for the programme. The programme was aimed at raising awareness among the University researchers about the opportunities that the EU and its Member States can offer for research cooperation with India, including mobility schemes for students and researchers.

Prof. Kuldeep K. Sharma, Director, Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance welcomed the august gathering and explained the objective of the programme. Christian Wilk, in his presentation explained in detail and highlighted frontline areas where research opportunities existed for the researchers. He apprised the audience about the imitative of the European Union called the “India Pilot Imitative”, which aims at building a stronger and more sustainable cooperation with India and how this programme could promote cross border pooling of resources for diffusion of knowledge, pool resources to support & undertake major projects and promote competition in research thereby raising levels of excellence.

He further elaborated on the procedure, criteria and Process of Call for proposal under FP7 (Framework Programme 7). Prof. R.D Sharma, Dean Academic Affairs, University of Jammu & the Chief Guest of the function, appreciated the efforts of the European Union in creating awareness about the programme and emphasized the importance of building international cooperation in the areas of research and innovation.

Around 150 research scholars from various departments of the University attended the programme. Other participants included were Dr. P.S Pathania, Registrar, Prof. G.M Bhat, Controller of Examination, Prof. Rajive Gupta, Director, Colleges Development Council, Prof. N.K Tripathi, Dean Student Welfare, Dr. Meenakshi Kilam, Director, Directorate of Distance Education, Deans, Head of the Departments & Faculty Members of the University.

Child education needs Financial Planning

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June 14, 2011

Today, majorly the companies are targeting the youth for branding and marketing. The categories such as luxury cars and high-end products are now looking to talk directly to young consumers. Since the youth of the nation is greatly enthusiastic to explore new things. Most parents would agree that the present scenario makes them apprehensive about the future prospects for their child, where along with the numerous opportunities the competition too has swelled. The rush to give your child the 'best of everything' leads parents to spend excessively on education

IGNOU hosts conference on sign language

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June 14, 2011

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) hosted a two day national conference on “Innovation in Educational Approaches to Indian Sign Language”. The conference builds on the success of a project conducted jointly by IGNOU and the University of Lancanshire (UK) with support from Ishara Foundation (a deaf literacy NGO based in Mumbai).

“At IGNOU, it is innovation in every sense. We had the first ever four year degree programme with residential facilities for students. The Ministry of Social and Justice Empowerment, considering the innovations of IGNOU in this field approached us to congratulate our efforts,” said Prof. V.N. Rajasekharan Pillia, VC, IGNOU. He further announced university’s plans to build an ‘Indian Sign Language Institute’ in the campus soon.

The project has been one of the highlighted success stories under the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI), which was agreed by the Prime Ministers of the UK and India.

Day one started with two sessions highlighting the distance learning aspect in Indian Sign Language (ISL) and deaf education in the first and new ways and directions in ISL studies as the second with Dr. Ulrike Zeshan, Director, UCLan, UK initiating the aspects from research to implementation in ISL studies..

Day two, with three sessions, aims to throw some light on the peer tutoring in deaf teaching and learning, technologies for ISL and deaf education and concludes with experiences with educational innovation through ISL.

Delegates from India as well as international participants discussed the use of Indian Sign Language in educational programmes for deaf people in India. The status of sign language in deaf education has been a major new development in India over recent years.

The national conference aims at disseminating the results of the project and discussing future avenues for further research, development and implementation. Prominent speakers include representatives from the British Council, the Rehabilitation Council of India, the Ishara Foundation, the National Institute for the Hearing Handicapped, as well as deaf students at IGNOU and deaf NGO representatives.

“IGNOU plans to create sign language teachers and professionals to support the hearing-impaired community,” said Prof. P.R. Ramanujam, Pro VC also the project coordinator for ISL.

Prof. Ulrike Zeshan from UCLan expressed her delight about hosting this important national conference, “which showcases the skills and aspirations of deaf sign language users in India”.

IGNOU has established India’s first BA program in Applied Sign Language Studies as well as a Bachelor Preparation Program for Deaf Students, and plans for an Indian Institute of Sign Language Studies are under way at IGNOU with the support of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

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