Personalised Learning Paving Way for Quality Higher Education

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Personalised learning is now a major movement in education. Higher education institutes across the country are increasingly seeking ways to tailor and align instructions via education technology to match the individual needs of students based on their unique learning profiles, writes Akash Tomer of Elets News Network (ENN).

In the education scenario transforming at a fast pace, one-size-fits-all approach is no longer acceptable to students. With rapidly growing use of digital technologies in every field, students are expecting the similar kind of personalised attention in education sector that they are getting as customer service from companies such as Amazon and Spotify.

At pre-primary level, personalised education has seen exciting changes but higher education is still struggling to adopt it. For higher education sector, it is easy to make personalised learning a part of the curriculum as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and innovative ed-tech solutions can cater to personalised learning styles and diverse individual needs. Just in time assessment can assist teachers to intervene at appropriate stages and tailor lesson plans accordingly. Assistive technologies will enable students with learning disabilities to have personal learning experiences and continue mainstream education.

Personalised learning is in the market from quite a few times and it looks like it is not going anywhere anytime soon. Though the concept is new to adopt but it may offer a solution to the demands and needs of individual students and working professionals? The origins of personalised learning research first emerged in 1984 when the educational psychologist Benjamin Bloom challenged the academic community to replicate, at scale, the effectiveness of one-to-one or small-group tutoring. Bloom found that students who received personalised instructions outperformed 98 percent of those who did not.

Moreover with changing times, introduction of new methodologies like one-to-one initiatives, online classrooms, blended-learning models, and the rise of technology in classrooms have allowed students easier, individual and far more access to relevant educational content than previous generations. In addition to these methodologies, the effective implementation of technology will act as an added advantage to implement personalised learning as the technology-rich environment will revolutionise a student’s classroom experience. However, 35 years after Bloom’s research, the higher education community in India is slowly starting to move towards personalised learning.

What is Personalised Learning?

Personalised learning can be defined as prioritising the needs of individual students when developing curricula and learning materials. Students work at their own pace, often independently of the teacher. technology may be used to allow students to access online materials, work through topics, find additional resources, and to assess and monitor their progress. Students are encouraged to be active learners and teachers are encouraged to engage with students one to one or in small groups.

Effective personalised learning systems should include the following features:

Teaching should be in line with the higher education institute’s curriculum and industry-relevant skills
The teaching methodologies followed must develop the social and emotional skills needed for students to be successful in professional and personal life
Learning experiences of students should reflect their interests
Learning must be at the pace of individual student, means students can move ahead when they understood a concept or can go slow until they grasp the one completely
Teachers must have access to data from student assessments and feedback in real-time so they can adapt materials and intervene to help students if necessary so that students remain on track to completion

Benefits of Personalised Learning

Self-paced Learning

Students can decide on the pace at which they learn. unlike conventional classroom learning, personalized learning allows students to manage the speed at which they master a subject. Using self-assessment tools periodically to test their knowledge they can ensure that they fully grasp the material before moving forward.

Self-pacing means that students who learn at a faster pace don’t become bored while waiting for their classmates to catch up, they can simply move on to the next lesson. Those who take longer to learn do not fall behind and become demotivated, they simply learn at their own pace.

Insights via Technology

Personalised learning programme software such as Knewton and Realizeit can allow teachers to monitor their students’ actual progress against their targeted progress in real time.

This can help teachers to more easily identify and help students who are struggling with the material and give meaningful one-to-one attention to them if needed. Rather than waiting until mid-terms or finals to assess students’ proficiency in a topic, ongoing assessments mean that learning is reinforced and where gaps in knowledge are identified they can be addressed immediately.

In addition, students may feel more comfortable approaching teaching staff with feedback through email or the software provided rather than in the context of a larger lecture hall or classroom. This would allow more introverted students or those struggling to raise issues at an earlier stage.

Cater to Various Learning Styles

Personalisation enables material to be presented in ways which are most meaningful and relevant to the student. A personalised learning program should include presentation of various concepts in different ways.

Many students prefer to learn in small groups with that leads to healthy discussions on the topics, unfortunately, traditional delivery of material in large lecture halls fails to retain their attention. For verbal students reading might remain the most attractive option, others who learn aurally might prefer to listen to the material.

While most educators aim to deliver courses in ways which cater to all styles, personalised learning allows the student to pick and choose which delivery methods are most accessible and memorable to them.

The teacher can help students to identify their most effective way of learning and encourage them to use the most appropriate methods.

Increased Student Engagement

Traditionally the teacher was the classroom authority who decided on what students would learn, how, and when. With personalised learning, students are encouraged to have greater engagement with the subject. Teachers can help them to identify how they learn best and to set their own goals and targets for progression. Students can create schedules which meet their needs, whether they are night owls or early birds they can study at the time that best suits them. Sleeping-in will no longer mean missing out on lectures.

For working professionals studying as a form of continued professional development, course material can be tailored to more accurately reflect the knowledge required in their professional life. A personalized pathway to a professional qualification means that students and employers can have input into a course to ensure its relevance.

Widely Accessible Material

Personalised learning caters for students with diverse needs and backgrounds. The self-pacing allows non-traditional students with more demands on their time to work in non-traditional settings. Smartphones and Wi-Fi mean that they can access learning materials from home, on breaks at work or while on public transport.

In addition, students with disabilities can use adaptive technology to get the most from the study materials and to communicate effectively with their teachers and classmates. As customer service across sectors becomes more personalised, it is inevitable that education will follow suit. Students will expect and demand education that reflects their preferred learning styles, interests and continued relevance to the professions they wish to pursue.

While, some educators might initially feel uncomfortable with the change and reluctant to move from the more traditional education model to a more bespoke student-led model, these misgivings may be overcome if higher student engagement and graduation rates follow. Creating flexible, personalised education pathways will open up higher education to more students and may make education a more appealing prospect to those put off by traditional teaching methods. For working professionals previously locked out of higher education by busy work and family schedules, personalized learning may make higher education more attainable.

Sharda University — Supporting Disruptive Innovations in Education

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May 30, 2019

With its outstanding faculty, world class teaching standards, and innovative academic programmes, Sharda university intends to set a new benchmark in the Indian education system, says Prof. G R C Reddy, Vice Chancellor, Sharda University, in conversation with Elets News Network (ENN).

In order to make student technically competent, what methodologies are adopted by Sharda University in teaching-learning process?

Prof. G R C Reddy, Vice Chancellor, Sharda University

Sharda University has been established under the State Legislature of Uttar Pradesh through act no 14 of 2009 as a private university under the Sharda Education Trust (a non-profit trust, registered in 1995 under the trust registration act, 1886).

The university has a well laid-out and systematic process of merging its students’ career aspirations with corporate expectations. Sharda university believes in providing the best college experience to the students. With state-of-the-art facilities and upgraded infrastructure, Sharda University is one of the best universities in the country matching international standards.

Educational programmes at the university deliver a broad- spectrum of world-class education, combined with practical experience to the students. There are number of engineering programmes at undergraduate level which run in collaboration with industries like IBM, Tech Mahindra etc.

The placement cell at the university has a student committee that comprises 15 members. Placement Managers, faculties, and industry professionals, act as a bridge between the university’s schools, industries and students. The leading companies from all sectors are invited by the placement Department on the campus, where the eligible students are facilitated to go through the entire selection process. The entire process is governed by the student’s ability and performance, as well as the requirements and norms of the industry.

Tell us about the academic departments and researches being conducted at the University. Are there any corporate-sponsored researches and courses available at the university?

Sharda university is a research and innovation-driven university committed to promote research, extension, entrepreneurship and innovation. The outcomes of such researches are used for the benefit of mankind at both national and global levels. the university has a research policy which applies to all the faculty/staff members, research scholars and students of Sharda University who are engaged in any form of research activity. The policy focuses on:

Fostering a culture of research amongst the members of faculty, staff and students
Enhancing interaction and cooperation between researchers for interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research
Forging academic and research collaborations with national and international universities, government agencies and industries
Establishing links with various R&D organisations and funding agencies for sponsored and contract research
Promoting entrepreneurship among the students by encouraging start-ups and innovations
Addressing problems faced by the society and providing innovative solutions

The university offers PhD programme in 22 disciplines. there are about 260 registered PhD Scholars. 62 research scholars have already been awarded PhD degree by Sharda University. The university has 20 published patents and 16 design registration.

Research Facility: The university has three well equipped research and technology Development centre (ISO certified), material research laboratory, environment laboratory and water resources laboratory. The research and Technology Development Centre (RTDC), a nodal centre to foster the research activities in various multidisciplinary areas has been established. RTDC has been established to explore cutting edge high tech research in the areas of science, engineering and medicine.

What are the parameters considered by Sharda University while collaborating with a foreign university to provide better exposure to students?

International Relations Division (IRD) of Sharda University consists 20 members and plays an important role while collaborating with a foreign university to provide better exposure to students. The key parameters are:

Vision & Mission
Areas of excellence (building synergy)
Complementary areas of excellence (filling gaps)
Compatibility with the international goals of our institution
Fit with the range of our existing partnerships
Quality and integrity of potential partner
Partner is in a part of the world of interest to our institution
Resources and structures exist to support the partnership over time
Proposed partnership has undergone appropriate reviews at our institution

How does the University help its existing faculty members to enhance their skills?

All faculty members at Sharda University are encouraged to enroll for relevant Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and complete at least one certificate course every academic year. The faculty member also given incentive in the form of

Certification fee, if applicable, will be reimbursed by the university after successful completion of course
Faculty members will be eligible for cash reward of rs 25,000/- upon successful completion of any course
Upon successful completion of four courses, faculty member are entitled to an extra increment in the following salary revision
Faculty members are also encouraged to undergo training programmes organised by National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Government of India

What kind of framework has been developed by the University to conduct effective educational research of the highest standard?

Sharda University has developed a framework to conduct effective educational research which revolves around five components: learning climate, classroom assessment and reflection, instructional rigor and student engagement, instructional relevance, and content.

Learning Climate: University has provided a safe environment supported by the faculty member in which high expectations and positive relationships are fostered and active learning is promoted.

Classroom Assessment and Reflection: the faculty members and students collaboratively gather information and reflect on learning through a systematic process that informs instruction.

Instructional Rigor and Student Engagement: Faculty member supports and encourages a student’s commitment to initiate and complete complex, inquiry-based learning requiring creative and critical thinking with attention to problem solving.

Instructional Relevance: Faculty member’s ability to facilitate learning experiences that are meaningful to students and prepare them for their futures.

Knowledge of Content: Faculty member’s understanding and application of the current theories, principles, concepts and skills of a discipline.

MRCE: Nurturing Future Leaders

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May 30, 2019

Industry-oriented courses, good placement record and innovative teaching-learning methodology have helped Malla Reddy College of Engineering to become a renowned name in higher education sector, says Dr P John Paul, Principal, Malla reddy College of engineering (MRCE), in an interview with Elets News Network (ENN).

In order to make students technically competent, what latest methodologies are adopted at Malla Reddy College of Engineering to improve teaching –learning process?

Dr P John Paul, Principal, Malla reddy College of engineering (MRCE)

The classroom brings together students from different backgrounds, abilities and personalities. Being an effective teacher, therefore, requires the implementation of creative and innovative teaching strategies to meet students’ individual needs. It is necessary for teachers to make dull academic concepts interesting with visual and practical learning tools. It helps students to understand practical implementation of theoretical concepts. teachers should also encourage students work together as a team. they must also focus on student- centric learning rather than teacher-centric. In addition to that, teachers must ask thought-provoking questions which inspire students to become independent learners.

In line with industry requirements, how is the institute inculcating skills into its students to make them future-ready?

Practical learning is the need of the hour. Our institute focuses on making students industry-ready from day one by imparting the required skills. Dynamics of learning mechanism in technical education has undergone significant transformation. Keeping rhythm with rapidly transforming learning environment, engineering colleges are incorporating innovations to their pedagogy such as application-based education by interacting with industry and training institutes closely. It helps us to bridge the gap between industry and academia.

How does the institute help its existing faculty members to enhance their skills?

Malla Reddy Engineering College always encourages its faculty members to participate in technical workshops/seminars across India to upgrade their skills. We also support faculty members in publishing a research article in reputed national/international journals every year. Our college interacts with industries on regular basis to provide hands-on training to the faculty members within college premises. Other than that, college supports its faculty members in converting their innovate ideas into product and obtaining patent rights for the same.

What initiatives have been undertaken by MRCE to impart education to the students belonging to weaker sections of the society?

Malla reddy College of engineering provides quality education to the students of weaker section in the society. We help such students by providing then monetary benefits and programmes to enhance their skills. The college has constituted a committee in this regard to monitor the day-to-day activities. Malla Reddy College of engineering also offers various government and other scholarships to such students. the State Government offers scholarships to students belonging to economically weaker section of the society on merit-basis. in addition to that, the college offers hostel facility with lesser fee to the students.

What is the vision and mission of the institute to deliver education at par with the Global Standards? Our vision is to emerge as a centre of excellence for producing professionals who shall be the leaders in technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and management and in turn contribute for advancement of society and human kind.

Our mission is to provide an environment of learning in emerging technologies, to nurture a state-of-art teaching learning process and r&d culture, to foster networking with alumni, industry, institutes of repute and other stakeholders for effective interaction, and to practice and promote high standards of ethical values through societal commitment.

UK Board announces Class 10, Class 12 Results

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May 30, 2019

UK Board Result 2019 for Class 10, Class 11 and Class 12 has been announced by the Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) on May 30, 2019 (Thursday) in a press conference.

76.43 per cent students have passed in Class 10 whereas 80.13 per cent students have cleared the Class 12 board examinations in Uttarakhand.

Students can check the results by visiting board’s official website uaresults.nic.in. Apart from this, the UK Board Result 2019 will also be available for download on the official result portal for exams conducted in Uttarakhand.

UK Board Class 10 Class 12 Results 2019: Follow the steps to check

Step-1: Visit the official website: ubse.uk.gov.in or uaresults.nic.in

Step-2: Click on the result link for Class 12/ Class 11/ Class 10 Exams

Step-3: Enter the admit card details

Step-4: Results will be displayed

Step-5: Download and keep a print out for reference

UK Board had conducted the high school and intermediate examinations from 1 to 26 March, 2019. This year, 1, 49,950 students had registered for 10th exam and 1, 24,867 students had applied for Class 12 exam.

Notably, the UK Board results have been announced late in comparison to last year, when it was declared on May 26, 2018. In fact, UBSE is one of the last state boards to release the board exam results this year.

PES College of Engineering: Imparting Quality Education

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May 29, 2019

The PES College of Engineering (PESCE), Mandya, is one of the premier engineering colleges, established in the year 1962 by Peoples Education Trust, Mandya, formed by philanthropic farmers of Mandya district on a “no profit” basis. The institute established by the great visionary, Late Sri K V Shankaragowda, former Education Minister, Government of Karnataka, with a vision of providing quality education to young rural aspirants in Engineering & Technology. At present, PESCE is headed by Dr H D Chowdaiah, Educationist & Visionary.

Since its establishment, PESCEis affiliated to University of Mysore, Mysuru, the and then it is affiliated to VTU, Belagavi. Later PESCE recognized and conferred Autonomous status during 2008. PESCEis selected by World Bank and MHRD-Government of India under TEQIP (Phase-II & III) project for its exceptional academic excellence. The institute management has redefined its Vision & Mission as, “It is committed to develop student potential through high quality teaching-learning processes and state of the art infrastructure” and is determined to improve the academic standards and campus environment to impart quality technical education to make students of PESCE Professionally Excellent, Socially Committed Engineers in synonym with PESCE through the experimental learning with modern teaching tools and structured inputs.

MESSAGE

SahakariRatna Dr H D Chowdaiah
B Sc (Agri), D Litt
Ex. MLC & MLA, Chairman, PET, Mandya, Karnataka

“Education is simply the soul of a society as it passes from one generation to another”. It is our deepest desire to serve the society by moulding the technocrats and business leaders of tomorrow. To this end, we have endeavored to create a world-class educational institution that is complete in every way. Be it facilities or faculty, curriculum or career guidance, we seek to offer the very best to our students. Education that is thorough, purposeful and meets the requirements of today’s job market; education that disciplines and inculcates values; education that is in tune with the changing dynamics of today’s competitive world – that is the kind of education that PES College of Engineering, Mandya, Karnataka, offers.”

Shoolini University — Redefining Education, Transforming the World

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May 29, 2019

There has been an exponential growth in the sphere of higher education in India since the independence. In the last few years… private sector has contributed a lot, but the country is still far from realising its full potential. From merely 18 universities at the dawn of independence, the country now has a total of 907 universities, as per the data available till March 31, 2019 with the government. These include 399 State Universities, 126 deemed to be universities, 48 Central Universities and 334 Private Universities.

Vipin Pubby, Director-External Relations, Shoolini University

Data shows that it was after the emergence of private universities in the last two decades that the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), hovering around 14 per cent in 2010, zoomed up to 23.6 per cent in 2015 and 25.2 per cent 2016-17. The country is aiming to reach 30 percent GER by 2020. During the first five decades of independence, higher education was the sole monopoly of the Government. It was reluctant to throw open the avenue to the private sector which resulted in limited opportunities for students aspiring for higher education.

It was only in last few years of 20th century that efforts were initiated in the Parliament to set up private universities but again there was stiff resistance. Since education is in concurrent list with powers vested both with the Centre and the States, some States took the initiative and began granting permission for setting up private universities.

The growth since then has been phenomenal. Several States granted permissions to set up dozens of private universities and some of the States set up regulators to ensure that these universities followed proper procedures and maintained basic standards. The number of students in higher education has swelled to nearly 25 million but the number is going to rise further in the years to come and private universities have played a stellar role in making it possible.

Most such private universities have contributed to the higher education scenario but some have excelled. Himachal Pradesh-based Shoolini University, for instance, is yet to turn 10 but has been punching much above its weight. The University, which has created a niche for itself, has attained a H-index of 45, which is second best after IIT Indore and highest among 380 universities established in and after 2009. The H-Index reflects the output based on the total number of publications and the total number of citations to those works, to provide a focused snapshot of an institution’s or individual’s research performance.

Not just that, its faculty and students have already filed over 300 patents which involve preliminary investigations by authorised agencies into the exclusivity and viability of the patents filed. Shoolini University’s Vice Chancellor Prof PK Khosla said that during the last financial year, faculty and students of the University had filed over 180 patents and added that “we are confident that this figure is either the highest or the second best among all the Indian Universities, though official data is not available in this regard”. Official confirmation, however, is still awaited. But to be ranked among the most prestigious institutions of the country, including IITs, IIMs and other central institutions like NIPER, is in itself a remarkable achievement.

The University is now rubbing shoulders with world class institutions and matches global standards in several research parameters. Unfortunately the parameters adopted for rankings in the country place low premium on research and related activities like publications and citings in journals as compared to the norms abroad. The parameters on which international ranking agencies such as Times Higher Education (THE), Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) operate are metrics such as research, reputation and internationalisation. On the other hand the rankings systems for Indian universities primarily focus on teaching and less on research.

Besides Shoolini, some other private sector institutions are also doing well but it would be a good idea to give more autonomy and make the system less regulated for those institutions which are performing well. There is also the need for corporate and industry to step in and contribute towards the higher education through innovative ideas and finances. There is a long way to go to provide access to good education to the millions of youngsters. It can be done through a collaborative effort of the public and private sector.

(Spl. Note: The writer, Vipin Pubby, is the Director, External Relations, Shoolini University. Views expressed are a personal opinion).

Upcoming trends that will shape the future of education for children

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May 29, 2019

Technology is likely to shape the lives of this generation especially when it comes to their education. Here’s taking a looking at some ground-breaking trends that will help shape the future of education and in turn the future of children in the coming years, Minal Anand, Founder & CEO, GuruQ for Elets News Network (ENN).

Technology is advancing at a rapid pace. It has influenced every sector, and education is no exception. By 2025, 1/3^rdof the global population is going to be made up by the youngest generation: Generation Alpha, also known as the iGeneration. Generation Alpha is considered to be the children born between 2010 and 2025.This will be the first generation entirely born in the 21st century. These children are considered to be the most technologically savvy demographic till date.

Ed tech platforms

In the whole bid to help shape the future of education for children, new age EdTech platforms are contributing in many ways. With online tutoring picking up rapid pace, there are unique digital platforms that help students connect with the right tutors. It provides students with the option of taking classes anytime, anywhere through its Online and Offline Class option. It also aids in personalising the learning experience through a total customisation of the mode, time and place of learning. It offers students complete control over their pace of learning.

Classroom of the future

Education is no more tethered to classrooms. Students have diverse opportunities to learn through various e-learning tools that offer more opportunities for remote, self-paced practical learning.Students will be able to move seamlessly from a traditional to a global virtual classroom. While it’s already happening, soon, it will be commonto see children learn the theoretical concepts in classrooms while the practical knowledgewill be taught using technology.

AI, VR, MR

The students from Generation Alpha are going to benefit in a huge way from the emerging technology and innovations. Technologies such as Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality (AR/VR/MR), robotics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are already changing education.The beauty of trends like VRin education is that in 10 minutes, it provides an experience of a subject that a textbook cannot. These technologies can enhance the understanding of course material so that students can easily and quickly grasp concepts.

Customised learning

E-learning tools are helping develop personalised learning paths for children as per their abilities. As technology continues to permeate education, the concept of personalised learning is gaining traction. Personalized learning involves using technology to give students more control over their education experience. Children get to choose the time, place, path, andpace of his or her learning.

Wider choice

In the coming years, students will get a chance to make the most of advanced technology. They will be able to modify their learning process with tools of their own choice. There will be different devices, different programs and techniques. Trends like Blended learning, BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) are all set to help children shape their future in a big way.

Future proofing

Today, the freelance sector has come up in a big way. People are no more restricted to working from offices and some prefer working from the convenience of their homes, coffee shops or coworking spaces. To make today’s children future ready for these changes, there is already focus on adapting to project-based learning and working. They are now learning to apply their skills in shorter terms to a variety of situations.

In the coming years, children are likely to see more of anytime, anywhere education. With the massive reach of the Internet and the ubiquity of smart devices, there are going to be so many tools to help children in their academic life. It is upto teachers, tutors, facilitators and parents to make the most of the opportunities provided by technology to change education so that effective and efficient education is available to every child everywhere.

TSWREIS: Catering to educational needs of children in rural India

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May 28, 2019

Telangana Social Welfare and Tribal Welfare Residential Education Institutions Society (TSWREIS) will be able to impact the lives of students in rural areas of Telanagana at large, says Dr R S Praveen Kumar, Secretary, Telangana Social Welfare & Tribal Welfare Residential Education Institutions, Government of Telangana, in fireside chat with Sudhakar Rao, Director-Branding, ICFAI Group, during 9^th Higher Education and Human Resource Conclave Hyderabad.

What is the inspiration that helps you keep running the mission of catering to the dire educational needs of children hailing from the remote areas of Telangana?

There is an urgent need to include children belonging to the backward sections of the society to the mainstream. It is necessary to make them the part of problem solving exercises.

What inspired you to choose social welfare despite being an IPS officer?

Firstly, during the Telangana agitation I came across incident of several students committing suicide due to lack of education and correct role models in their lives. Secondly, it was due to my mother. One day when I visited our village after becoming an IPS officer, my mother said “should I feel proud as my son is an IPS officer or should I feel ashamed as still most of the persons in his village are either labourers or stone-cutters”. This is when I thought to spread my learning among backward sections of the society.

While enabling students to become globally competent, how your teachers have been managing a work-life balance?

Our teachers enjoy what they do. They find a sense of purpose by contributing to this noble cause. One of the significant things that changed the outlook of our teachers is that the kind of teachers’ training provided to them. We don’t do our teachers’ training programmes within the institutional settings. A significant portion of our teacher’s training happen among the communities. We take them to villages and encourage them to immerse between the communities. It helps them to understand our students’ needs.

A lot of schools are focusing on entrepreneurship to have fresh ideas from students, what steps have been taken by the TSREIS Schools in this regard?

We are focusing on the practical aspect of entrepreneurship. We have established sanitary napkin stores and canteen in our schools where the supplier or the contractor is not a renowned person of these fields. Pass out students of our schools are the suppliers for these stores or canteens. So, this is the one such step to nurture entrepreneurship. We also call renowned industrialists to our schools regularly for interactive sessions with students so that they tend to understand an entrepreneur’s life.

Hands-on-learning brings balance between education & enjoyment: Pravesh Mohey

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May 28, 2019

“The present teaching system involves lectures, readings, demonstrations, and audio-visuals but we have understood that it doesn’t help in enhancing grasping power of a child. Instead, hands on learning, teaching others, group discussions have a higher retention rate. And this has been proven as well that by involving kids in learning process balances education and enjoyment simultaneously,” said Pravesh Mohey, Regional Manager – Marketing & Sales, Butterfly Edufields.

He was speaking at the 11th School Leadership Summit 2019, Chandigarh, on the topic: ‘Bridging the Learning Divide – Experiential Learning is the Way Forward’. The summit was organised on April 12, 2019 by Elets Technomedia, a premier media and technology research organisation.

Explaining about his company’s narrative in providing hands-on learning experience to students, Mohey said, “We at Butterfly intent to address and bridge this learning gap by offering affordable Hands on Solutions in Science & Math. This might not answer all the whys but will surely bring out the fear of ‘why’ among children”.

As per the National Training Laboratories, Maine, USA – the average retention rate among students is highest with Hands on Learning – 75% whereas with discussion it is 50%. On the other hand, it is 30% with demonstration and 20% with audio visual whereas shockingly it is lowest in reading and learning with just 10% and 5% respectively. The data was revealed in an industry presentation given by Mohey during his address at the summit.

Explaining the reason for the name ‘Butterfly’ and his company’s vision, Mohey said, “We know the evolution of caterpillar to a butterfly. Every child has that potential and should get that opportunity to evolve like a butterfly from a caterpillar. We want to develop every child in a way that he gets a chance to learn from different formats”.

“Just like caterpillar every child has the potential to transform into a unique individual. Our vision is to make learning more enriching, engaging and fun for all sections of children in developing world and around. When children apply what they learn, they become doers and that’s what we want in the world right now. Doers are the ones who succeed in their chosen fields in the future,” he added.

Further, highlighting the importance of answering questions of kids, Mohey stated, “We cannot make a kid understand something by simply telling it – Ye Aisa hi hota hai (it is like this only) rather it is important to explain ‘why it is so’. So at butterfly, we make sure to appropriately explain “why” to the kids.”

“Interestingly, so far, Butterfly has been able to impact the lives of 11, 00,000 students, touched 9,000 schools, covered 18 states and expanded in 3 countries. Skills like scientific temperament, observational and critical thinking, curiosity and perseverance have been inculcated by the students while involved in hands on learning,” he added.

In Butterfly Edufield’s presentation – it was reported that an improvement of 40 percentile in Science was recorded in schools where Butterfly Edufield’s Hands on Activity related to Conductivity, Electric Circuit was done whereas a 25 percentile improvement was measured in Maths subject in which Hands on Activity related to geometry was conducted.

Delhi University admission process to begin from May 30

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May 28, 2019

The Delhi University (DU) is most likely to kick-start the admission process from May 30, 2019 (Thursday) onwards. According to the officials, this is the most delayed admission session of DU till date.

The university officials, reportedly, held a meeting on May 27 and decided to commence the registration process from May 30 and it is likely to go on for next 15 days.

The report further says that the University will announce the cut-offs almost a week after the registration process ends.

Varsity’s admission portal will showcase all the relevant details to the candidates like: no of seats available in the college and the course they are applying for. Further, it will also carry details about how many students have applied for those seats and how fast the seats are filling up.

However, the Delhi University is yet to finalise on the test agency that will be conducting the entrance exam for admission to various courses. It has been the major reason behind the delay in admission.

Reportedly, the National Testing Agency (NTA) is almost finalised for the same. However, the official confirmation is yet to come on the same.

Notably, in 2018, DU began the registration process on May 15, days before the CBSE results were announced.

But this year, CBSE, following the High Court directive, announced the results of Class 12 examination on May 2. This was done in record time of 28 days. Traditionally, the Class 12 results are announced in the third week of May.

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