UGC invites faculty members to design 194 online UG courses

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February 12, 2021

The University Grants Commission (UGC) solicited contributions from institutions and academics for the government’s online learning platform, SWAYAM.

The UGC asked professors and institutions to “express their interest” in designing and teaching 194 Bachelor (UG) courses in human and social sciences and 155 UG courses in natural sciences. Subjects in which courses are sought include geography, psychology, economics, English, Hindi, and Sanskrit for humanities and social science courses. For science flow, subjects are chemistry, computer science, math, physics, and environmental science.

Also read: UGC ask deemed to be universities to not use term university

Through the development of MOOCs, the Faculty will be able to “improve their academic results for professional advancement” and learn to “develop capacities through the use of ICT for teaching and learning”. In September 2020, the UGC had also requested “expressions of interest” for 171 courses in human and social sciences. Topics included history, political science, business, sociology, public administration, and underground-level anthropology.

With COVID pandemic, the demand for online courses have gone up.

CBSE class 10, 12 practical exams 2021 date announced

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February 12, 2021

The 2021 CBSE practice exam dates have been posted on the official website of the Central Board of Secondary Education along with the guidelines and standard operating procedures to be followed. Directors and principals have also received letters from the board detailing the dates to take the skill test, as well as general instructions and COVID-19 protocols to follow.

According to the schedule available on the official website, schools are expected to host CBSE grade 10-12 practical exams between March 1, 2021 and June 11, 2021. Due to special circumstances, the board Directive passed this year, schools must complete practical exams before the date of the last theory exam, June 11, 2021.

The official notice with the CBSE practice test plan, instructions and guidelines is available on the official website at cbse.gov.in.

According to the guidelines issued, CBSE schools can organize practical exams for 10th and 12th grade between March 1 and June 11, 2021. Unlike previous years, the governing board authorized the schools this year to restart the practical exams. being absent when the school takes the test for the first time.

In case of absence, the schools were also invited to report to the regional office of the governing board so that the external examiner could return for practical tests. However, practical exams must be completed by June 11, 2021.

Also read: CBSE reopens portal for class 9, 11 students registration

External exams are compulsory for class 12 practical exams. As in previous years, practical exams will be conducted by an external auditor in the company of an observer appointed by the board and an internal auditor.

Schools have also been warned not to organize practical exams with an internal examiner. In this case, the marks of the practical exams will be canceled and the students will be evaluated in their place in an average scale of marks obtained in the theoretical exams. A disaffiliation process is also started against these schools.

NTA releases JEE Main Admit Card 2021 for February session

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February 12, 2021

In a huge relief to students, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has formally released the JEE Main 2021 Admit Cards for the upcoming February Session. As of now, three links for downloading of JEE Main Admit Card 2021 on the official website or the portal.

Candidates who are registered for the exam can download the JEE Main 2021 hall ticket easily via the exam portal jeemain.nta.nic.in.

The apex testing agency has released an official notice also. The notice reads “The candidates can download their admit cards from the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. The candidates are advised to download their admit card of Joint Entrance Examination (Main), February 2021 (using their application number and date of birth) along with the undertaking of JEE Main February 2021 and go through the instructions contained therein as well as in the information bulletin.”

Also read: JEE Main 2021 registration commence at jeemain.nic.in

With the hall tickets or admit cards for JEE Main 2021 Exam already out, it is now important for candidates to cross-check and verify all the details.

Steps to download JEE Main Admit Card 2021 online:

– Visit official website i.e. jeemain.nta.nic.in

– Find and on the Link for Download JEE Main 2021 Admit Card

– Enter Application Number and Date of Birth

– Enter Security Pin displayed on the screen

– Your JEE Main 2021 admit card will be displayed on the screen

Haryana to reopen classes for primary students from new academic session

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February 11, 2021

Schools in Haryana are expected to reopen to elementary school students starting in the new academic term. The state education minister announced that the state government plans to reopen schools for primary classes from the next academic session, as the academic session has very little time.

The State Minister of Education, Kanwarpal Gurjar, took a break on February 10, 2021 on the possibility of primary classes starting on February 15, 2021. The Minister of Education also said that the State Education Ministry had A dossier on the reopening of the students was sent to the ministry, although the government returned the same, they said there was very little time left for the academic session.

Haryana schools have been closed since March 2020 due to the pandemic and the COVID-19 shutdown. It is better to wait another two months to resume offline courses for students in the new academic session. Classes will continue from the next academic session for students in grades 1-5.

Also read: Rajasthan schools to reopen for class 6 to 8 students on Feb 8

The Haryana state government had decided to reopen public schools as of February 1, 2021 for students in grades six through eight, the state education minister announced. The government previously reopened classes for students in grades 10-12 on December 14, 2020, while classes for students in grades 9-11 also reopened on December 21, 2021.

Public and private schools across the state have been ordered to work 3 hours from 10:00 a.m. at 1:00 p.m. for all classes, while schools must also follow COVID-19 guidelines and protocols issued by the state and central government.

Although the schools are open for certain classes, the visit does not correspond to the regular days, so it is likely that the schools will reopen to elementary students for the next academic term.

UGC warns SWAYAM learners over scholarships, jobs

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February 11, 2021

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has provided SWAYAM students with advice on scholarships and fraudulent job offers. The UGC warned potential candidates of such offers, exchanged personal information, and donated money.

The UGC issued a notice that scammers are using the Department of Education’s e-learning platform, Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM), with offers for scholarships and jobs, as well as auditing and money staff Apply data to students. Some charge Rs 100 as a verification fee when enrollment in SWAYAM courses is free. Students are informed that they have been selected for national scholarships and government functions.

Also read: UGC: Exams mandatory for university students

“Fraudulent individuals or groups have also provided their bank details to submit verification fees,” the UGC statement said. The UGC warned all SWAYAM students to remain vigilant and not fall victim to such claims.

With COVID-19 pandemic the UGC has started many online programmes for students.

JEE Main Admit Card 2021 to be released on Feb 14

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February 11, 2021

Joint Entrance Examination, JEE Main Admit Card 2021 date has been confirmed. According to Official Update on National Testing Agency (NTA) Website, JEE Main 2021 Regulation Card will be released on February 14, 2021, after the approval, the card would be available at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The date has been updated on the official website nta.ac.in.

Candidates who have registered for the February exams are invited to download the admission card after approval. The link is activated on the homepage jeemain.nta.nic.in and at nta.ac.in.

Applicants need their username and password to access their ticket. In addition to the assigned time slot, the registration time will also be printed on the admission ticket with the test center. All registered students are advised to check with the test center well in advance of the test day to ensure the required route and time.

Also read: JEE Main 2021 registration commence at jeemain.nic.in

The JEE Main 2021 exam would take place in February, March, April and May of this year. In February, the exam will take place on February 23, 24, 25 and 26. JEE Main 2021 Paper II would take place on February 23, while Paper I would take place in multiple time slots from February 23 to 25, in which 6.60 lakh candidates applied for the JEE main exams in February from 2021.

Tamil Nadu government issues new SOPs after reopening colleges and hostels

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February 11, 2021

The Tamil Nadu state government launched new Standard Operating Procedures for universities, colleges and student residences the day after colleges in the state reopened. The new guidelines were published by the state government taking into account the current pandemic situation in the state.

Under the new guidelines, more than 50% of students must not be on campus at any time, and all students, teachers, and non-teaching staff must maintain social distancing.

Under the new policy, students and everyone on university premises must wear face masks at all times, while only 50 percent of students are allowed onto the university campus.

Students also have the option to study online for courses they have taken and extracurricular activities are avoided due to social distancing rules. Engineering schools must also maintain a physical distance if the campus allows it and if students two years and older can participate in repeated alternatives on a class day.

Also read: MHA issues new guidelines for reopening of educational institutions

Class hours are also extended according to the requirements of the institution. It is also important to note that a six-day schedule is followed so that classes can be staggered and seating can be made in accordance with social distancing rules.

Class sizes in universities and colleges must also be reduced by several levels. And visitors are not allowed to enter the university or college campus.

The Tamil Nadu state government also reopened schools in the state as of Monday, February 8, 2021. The decision to reopen schools and universities was made after consulting health experts and conducting COVID tests.

RanjitSinh Disale to mentor teachers in workshop

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February 11, 2021

Maharashtra state rural development minister Hasan Mushrif said RanjitSinh Disale, the winner of Global Teacher Prize 2020, will mentor teachers in Maharashtra through ‘teacher inspiration’ workshops on the use of modern technology in education.

“Through these workshops, teachers in the state will gain new confidence and work with more vigour. This initiative will also help change the way communities look at government schools,” a statement quoted Mushrif as saying.

Disale, who works as a teacher at the Zilla Parishad primary school at Paritewadi in Solapur district, won the prize last year in recognition of his efforts for promoting education of girls and triggering a QR code-based “textbook revolution”.

Also read: Maharashtra teacher in the final 10 for Global Teacher Prize 2020

Disale has been teaching students from over 1,400 schools in more than 143 countries through the novel initiative of the ‘virtual field trip’, it said, adding that he has mentored over 16,000 teachers to impart knowledge through technology.

He is the winner of $1 million annual Global Teacher Prize 2020 which was announced on 3rd December 2020. The Global Teacher Prize, which has been referred to by journalists as the Nobel Prize for teaching, highlights and celebrates the profession while giving greater recognition to the work of teachers all over the world.

Raipur ITIs, Libraries, and coaching centres allowed to reopen

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February 10, 2021

With the number of COVID-19 infections decreasing in Raipur, the district administration has allowed the reopening of facilities, training centers and libraries for qualifications that have been closed since March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and closure. Training facilities, training centers and libraries will reopen in accordance with applicable COVID-19 protocols.

However, the Raipur District Administration has not given a date when the public facilities can resume operations. According to an official spokesperson for the Raipur administration, the district collector issued an order allowing vocational training institutions (ITIs), training centers and libraries to reopen under certain conditions, as the number of COVID-19 cases in States United has fallen into state capital.

The district administration has also taken precautions to ensure that the number of COVID-19 vases does not increase after these facilities reopen. The coaching and training centers will also prioritize online courses and distance learning, while only 50 percent of students will be able to take courses on campus.

Also read: MHA issues new guidelines for reopening of educational institutions

The facility was tasked with keeping separate entry and exit doors without human contact, while special attention was paid to regular and complete renovation of facility facilities and materials. Students are not allowed to exchange laptops, notebooks, and course materials, and the facility cafeteria will be closed until further notice. CCTV cameras will also be installed to track suspected COVID-19 patients.

Guidelines prescribed by district authorities should be followed, including social distancing roles in classrooms. Institutes must also take the necessary precautions for disinfectants, thermal detection, and pulse oximeters. Institutions must also maintain a personal registry of those who visit the campus so that they can be contacted immediately if a student or employee is infected. COVID-19 containment facilities, vocational training facilities, training center or libraries will be reopened and strict measures will be taken against those who violate the guidelines.

SC allows Rajasthan schools to collect 100% fees

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February 10, 2021

The Supreme Court has authorized schools in Rajasthan to charge 100% of tuition fees for the last school years. The bench of two Judges AM Khanwilkar and Dinesh Maheshwari regulates that the administration can collect the fees for the 2019-2020 and 2020-21 school years in six monthly installments beginning March 5, 2021. However, they have been asked to schools that show compassion for defaults. .

In addition, the ordinance clarifies that the administration will not exclude a student from taking online or physical classes for non-payment of fees, late / unpaid fees, including above fees, and the results of a student’s review for this reason. “

If parents are having difficulty paying school fees, they can also contact the schools. Schools were asked to evaluate applications on a case-by-case basis. Schools can also be parent-friendly.

Also read: Rajasthan reopens schools and coaching centers from today

The agreement has no impact on the billing of fees for the next academic period 2021-2022, once it is due and paid. The instructions also depend on the outcome of the case, which is still partially heard.

In planning the case for February 15, the bank said: “We also ask the state of Rajasthan to ensure that all unpaid state fees for unit costs payable to unsupported schools are within one month of today’s payment and in one case before March 31, 2021. “

This order comes after the Apex Court suspended the December 2020 order of the Rajasthan High Court confirming the state government’s order to charge students 60% of the fees for the Rajasthan High School Board and 70% to be requested by the Central Council of Secondary Schools.

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