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DU colleges reopen after two years, student flock to colleges

DU colleges reopen

New Delhi

The excitement of Delhi University students was inevitable on Thursday, as colleges reopened after two years and students felt that this was the best thing to happen this year.

Colleges in the city reopened on Thursday after being shut for almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with students saying that they are excited to be back on campus.

The Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station, near the Delhi University, was jampacked as a large number of students made their way to colleges on the north campus. It may be recalled that Delhi University colleges were closed in March 2020 following the outbreak of the coronavirus infection.

Student bodies held protests earlier this month, demanding the reopening of the campus. The decision to reopen the institutions came after a decline in the number of COVID-19 cases in the national capital.

IIT-Guwahati introduces master’s programme in Liberal Arts

IIT-Guwahati introduces

Guwahati, Assam

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has launched a Master’s Programme in Liberal Arts. The programme will be offered by the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Guwahati from the academic year 2022-2023. The first batch of 30 students would be admitted from the upcoming July 2022 semester.

The programme aims to offer cross-disciplinary and multidisciplinary training to students and help them hone their ability to think critically and creatively about social, political, and aesthetic issues. This would align with the NEP 2020. Students will learn to make informed judgments and choices, while also remaining aware of their ethical implications.

The masters programme will also offer opportunities for interested learners to engage with digital technology and methodology, think critically about technological paradigms, and apply digital tools in critical humanities research in praxis-based projects.

The courses have been designed keeping in mind the new developments in academia such as thinking across disciplines and including Liberal Arts philosophy in enhancing life skills. The range of courses comprising cores and electives is geared towards the orientation of Liberal Arts concepts like Geo- Spatial Analytics, Digital Humanities, International Relations, and Diplomacy, Study of vernacular literature and languages, Area Studies, etc.

Education ministry approves new scheme for adult education to align with NEP

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New Delhi

The Ministry of Education (MoE) approved a new scheme “New India Literacy Programme” on Wednesday. The scheme has been approved for the next five years to cover all the aspects of adult education to align with the new National Education Policy (NEP).

The ministry has also decided to use “Education For All” instead of “Adult Education” as the previous term did not appropriately represent all non-literates in the 15 years and above age group.

”The objectives of the scheme is to impart not only foundational literacy and numeracy but also to cover other components which are necessary for a citizen of 21st century such as critical life skills including financial literacy, digital literacy, commercial skills, health care and awareness, child care and education, and family welfare, basic education including preparatory, middle, and secondary stage equivalency,” a senior MoE official said.

All the resources shall be provided digitally for easy access to registered volunteers through easily accessible digital modes like TV, radio, cell phone-based free, open-source apps and portals.

The scheme will cover non-literates of the age of 15 years and above in all states and union territories. The target for Foundational Literacy and Numeracy for financial years 2022-27 is 5 crore learners using the Online Teaching, Learning and Assessment System (OTLAS) in collaboration with National Informatics Centre, NCERT and NIOS in which a learner may register him/herself with essential information like name, date of birth, gender, Aadhaar number and mobile number.

The estimated total outlay of “New India Literacy Programme” is Rs 1037.90 crore which includes the Central share of Rs 700 crore and the state share of Rs 337.90 crore respectively for 2022-27.

 

Prof. Ranjan Banerjee is the new Director of IIT Delhi

Rangan Banerjee

New Delhi

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT) has appointed Prof. Rangan Banerjee as its new director. Before him, Prof. Ramgopal Rao was the director of the institute. Prof. Ranjan Banerjee was the Forbes Marshall Chair Professor at the Department of Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Bombay.

After taking the charge Prof. Banerjee said, “I am delighted to have the opportunity to lead the IIT Delhi team in it’s journey of excellence and societal impact.” Prof Banerjee has a degree in B.tech (Mechanical) from IIT Bombay and later he obtained a PhD (Mechanical Engineering) also from IIT Bombay.

The previous director of IIT Delhi, Prof. Ramgopal Rao was on an extension. His five year tenure ended in April 2021. On January 12, the Indian Institutes of Technology in Delhi, Madras, Indore, and Mandi were given new directors by the central government.

 

NEET UG Counselling 2021 round 2 to begin from February 16

NEET UG Counselling 2021 round 2

New Delhi

The Round 2 registration process for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) will begin on February 16. The candidates can visit the official website mcc.nic.in to apply online for the round. The NEET UG Counselling 2021 registrations will end on February 21, 2022.

According to the MCC NEET counselling timetable, the second round registration and price payment window will be open till February 21. On February 26, the round 2 NEET UG counselling results would be released. Between February 17 and February 21, those who register during this time can fill out and lock-in their options. This step is critical since it will assist MCC in allocating seats.

The necessary documents required for the process are a printout of the application form, NEET mark sheet, nationality certificate, mark sheet of Class 12, mark sheet of class 10 as age proof, and Aadhaar card.

Here are the steps to register for NEET UG Counselling 2021

  • Visit the website mcc.nic.in
  • Select and click on UG Counseling from the menu
  • The registration link will be visible, select it by clicking on it
  • Register by filling out the essential information
  • Now you must log in and complete the application form
  • Upload your papers, pay the registration money, and submit your application.
  • Ensure to take a picture of the application form and a printout

 

IIM-Lucknow strikes a ton with 100% placement for Sustainable Management program

IIM-Lucknow strikes

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L) has successfully concluded the final placement process for the 6th batch of the Post Graduate Program in Sustainable Management Program (PGP-SM). Once again IIM-L managed to achieve a 100 percent placement success.

The program completed 100% placements in a rolling process by securing 30+ offers for all 27 students in diverse profiles such as Corporate Sustainability Consultants, ESG Ratings Specialist, ESG Risk Assessment, Valuation Modelling and Economics, Transaction Due Diligence, General Management, Consulting, Finance, ESG, IT/ITES, Marketing and Operations with the top recruiters of the country.

The year has witnessed significant growth in sustainability roles offered, which has reinforced the trust shown by recruiters in the program as a go-to place for Sustainability roles in India. The year saw the highest package of INR 35 lakhs per annum and overall increase in year on year average by around ~20%.

The pandemic initially posed certain challenges in the recruitment process but thanks to the end-to-end virtual process, which brought adequate opportunities for the students. During the process, IIM Lucknow successfully on boarded 20+ new recruiters this season.

The major recruiters who participated in the process this year include Accenture Strategy, Flipkart, ZS Associates, Ericsson, MiQ, Dalmia Cements, Axtria, Ernst and Young, IndusInd Bank, MSCI, People Strong, TresVista among others.

This year’s most satisfying highlight of the placement process was participation from well-known organizations in the sustainability domain. Around 62% of the students have received sustainability roles, and 38% have received general management roles.

Transforming the future of education in India with PowerSchool’s “Schoology” Learning

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PowerSchool is the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education. With 25 years in EdTech, PowerSchool is present in 90+ countries with more than 100 million users. 70% of students in North America are using PowerSchool products.

There has been a phenomenal impact of technology in India that is transforming the classrooms of today. Educators are now adopting different teaching methods to fit learning styles, interests, and expectations of the learners & parents. Leveraging technology, educational software, and new learning tools, educators across the world are increasingly blending in-class and online learning strategies.

Understanding this imminent need, PowerSchool has introduced its Learning Management System, “Schoology Learning” into the Indian market.

Schoology learning is currently used by more than 60,000 schools and 20 million users globally. Ekya School in Bangalore, Wynberg Allen Mussoorie are some of renowned schools using Schoology learning.

PowerSchool’s Schoology Learning provides the best in class K-12 learning management system bringing students, teachers, parents, administrators on to one communication & collaboration platform.

Schoology learning is helping :

Educators: Save time, plan their courses, provide data, understand & support students

Students: Improving student engagement and learning outcomes.

Administrators: Allows administrators to view data and insight for better outcomes

Parents: Parents stay engaged with real time communication & view their child’s activity

PowerSchool is presenting to their educators a platform which not only strengthens the academic requirement for their teaching-learning, but also offers a number of tech-based platform requirements that help facilitate all classroom needs at one place.

 

Applications started for the executive program in data-driven product management at IIM Lucknow

product management at IIM Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

The Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow has announced the seventh cohort of the executive programme in data-driven product management. The programme is aimed at preparing product managers with a thorough understanding of data analytics and design thinking. The programme will begin towards the end of February. It is being organised in association with WileyNXT and the candidates willing to apply can visit the official website.

The early-stage professionals with 1 year of experience and 50 % aggregate marks in graduation are eligible and can apply for the seventh batch of the Executive Programme in Data-Driven Product Management. On successful completion, the candidates will be receiving a certificate from IIM Lucknow.

According to a senior faculty member of the institute, “Data-driven product management has a significant relevance across industries and sectors. India has been facing a shortage of quality talent in this domain for a long time now. This program offers a quality curriculum aligned with the industry requirements and will help train the best talent in the market.”

 

IGNOU launches a certificate programme in Food and Nutrition

IGNOU launches a certificate programme

New Delhi

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched a new programme in the discipline of Food and Nutrition. The programme aims to educate the candidate on the role of food by maintaining healthy living for the individual, family, and community. The program was initiated under IGNOU’s School of Continuing Education. The programme is applicable for people who are aware of basic writing and reading skills.

The Certificate course in Foods and Nutrition is basically a Post-Literacy level awareness programme meant for people with basic reading and writing skills. For eligibility, no formal qualification is required. Minimum age of 18 years as on the last date for receipt of admission form.

Also read: IGNOU launches two new BA courses in Urdu and Sanskrit for the 2022 session

This course will be taught in Hindi and English and will be completed in a duration of six months, in online mode only. The fee structure for the course is Rs. 1,900 for the full programme, with a registration fee of Rs. 200.

NCERT appoints Professor Dinesh Prasad Saklani as new director

dinesh saklani

New Delhi

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has appointed Prof. Dinesh Prasad Saklani as the new director. He took charge as the director on February 14, 2022. He is appointed for a term of 5 years, beginning on the day of his appointment and ending when he reaches the age of 65, or until further directives are issued, whichever comes first.

Prior to Prof Saklani, Hrushikesh Senapaty was the director of NCERT and finished his term a year ago. Prof. Saklani is a professor in the department of Ancient Indian History, Culture, and Archaeology. He is also a member of the tutorial Council of Uttarakhand Open University, Haldwani. He has also been a part of the Uttarakhand History and Culture Association, and Book Club IIAS Shimla.

He has been awarded the Distinguished Academy Award by Punjab Kala and Sahitya Academy, Jalandhar for Historical writing in 2005.

Prof. Saklani would be responsible to oversee the drafting of the new National Curriculum Framework (NCF) that will lay down the broad guidelines for changes in the curriculum.

 

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