Thursday, 4 September 2014

MGU-The Digital Classroom


Technology has long been a section of the classroom space. It is not correct to say that technology in education is a modern or radical phenomenon but blackboards, paper, books, and pencils all are technologies to say nothing of written language or mathematics.
But digital technologies can provide to get into sounds, metaphors, and pictures in motion, colors and text all are seem to be paradigm tools for the effective diverse classroom this is only one side of the equation however. Path of the several intelligences tactic often focus on the types of information students utilize that is a pensive teacher should present various types of information in class in order to appeal to all of these learners. Through its ability to arouse learning on multiple levels and technology can improve the classroom experience for both teachers and students. Effective educational technologies enable all students to give visual, kinetic, and rational mathematic performances.

MGU Meghalaya

Digital technologies are often brought as valuable for education because they "create fun in learning."

The following are the components of a digital classroom look at some of the common elements of digital classroom which including:
  • eBooks
  • iPads
  • Open Source software
  • iTunesU
  • Digital cameras, projectors, and headphones
It is true that a digital classroom is ambiguous idea and subjective one mentor’s cutting edge learning is the next mentor’s been there and done that.
Note worthy growth in the tertiary education field is happening in the online arena with increasing numbers of students growing their skills without leaving their house.
Communication tools like whiteboards, projectors and audio systems help teachers distinguish instructions for various learning styles & particularized lessons for each student’s requirements and encourage students to work together and communicate their thoughts through technology.


Profile of a Digital Classroom : 

The profile of Digital Classroom takes in consideration the below mentioned points:

Use of projector with tablet, Moving towards using less paper, Modeling of the use of the tablet, Use of digital resources and digital tools, Development of digital ethics and honor online, and respect for fair use for education Teacher-collected or teacher-created resources
Inquiry, Project,
& Problem-Based Learning, Student work is published for a wider audience
Assignments that require collaboration and/or cooperation.

A digital classroom is advantageous which is strongly supported by a class website, broaden learning opportunities beyond the walls of the classroom and the time period of the class. 

The website comprise of :

i. General class information
ii. Events & announcements
iii. Assignments and details
iv. Assignment submission drop boxes
v. Instructional materials and resources
vi. Website links
vii. Communication tools like discussion boards, journals, chats etc.
viii Collaboration tools (group or team areas)
ix. Embedded content
x Examples and models of Student Work
xi Parent and student frequently asked questions

With Digital Classroom technology teachers and students both feel that they are the part of an innovative team. They could sign a "modernism contract" that we rejoice innovation. We try new ideas to perceive if we can use expertise in new ways to make better students' education.

 For more information about MGU Meghalaya Please Visit Online- www.mgu.edu.in 

Monday, 1 September 2014

Teaching To Tomorrow in Mahatma Gandhi University

Teaching in MGU Meghalaya is the profession that makes other professions possible. It is veracity that today’s students will be tomorrow’s mentor. Teachers must try to arouse eagerness in students for learning and to make their life successful. Teachers should be duty bound to the need for the student’s uniqueness. Setting targets for teaching as per the students needs will make disparity not only in students but also for society future. The most significant trends in education are linked to assessment and answerability. These trends will have a noteworthy impact on the teaching profession because every teacher will be held responsible for results. Students should be prepared in such a way that they can ask their own questions and able to answer those in life. 

The professors involved in taking initiatives towards teacher’s training and programs are the one accountable for tomorrow’s teachers and it is important for them to be aware of innovations, strategies and trends that will be most effectual when it comes to make programs successful. 

Teacher should create independent learning for students that assent students to undergo their own “Eureka” moments as it’s about engulfing their minds with innovative skills and passion to do toil task. I enable the students to prepare their own intellectual assessment rather then relying on my manuscripts.

 We congregate and have got to discuss. Most elevated concepts on such genres have been emerges out after conclusion and deadlines are revised and analyzed on particular subject. Day to day move is a day to day erudition. Teachers will need to expound that students are getting benefit including students who face major opening gaps. These movement will likely have positive and negative outcomes for the teaching profession. Teachers can easily weave students with below skill sets to develop key competencies for tomorrow's workplace which act as a direction for destination:

Ø  Goal Setting: Recognize your goals and how to move toward them.
Ø  Understanding bias: Recognize agendas and work accordingly.
Ø  Decision-making: Learn how to think about options and learn how to defend your selection.
Ø  Leadership: Ripen the skills it takes to be a leader not a ruler.               
Ø  Sharing the air: Learn when to be quiet so one can learn from others.
Ø  Compromise: Find satisfaction even when giving something up or finding middle ground.
Ø  Persuasion: Enhance the ability to be convincing in conversation and writing.
Ø  Summarize: Be prepared to "get to the point" when necessary.

An innovative education programs best teaching to tomorrow in many ways -
      Ø  As it Create a strong foundation using a framework for students.
       Ø  It ensures theory and practice connections for real-world application.
       Ø  It Provide opportunities for apprentice teachers to learn, lead and transform.
       Ø Teaches to be flexible, adaptive and community-oriented.

" A good teacher is like a candle, it put away itself to light the way for others and teaching creates tomorrow. Being a teacher he/she should to keep the light of candle lit as to teach best to others."

For more information about Mahatma Gandhi University Meghalaya Visit Online- www.mgu.edu.in

     

Monday, 11 November 2013

Dr. Chopra founder of Mahatma Gandhi University, India.



Dr. Rajan Chopra, an Educationist, poised to leverage educational qualification and experience towards steering a successful career as an Educator and Entrepreneur with Universities has offered immensely to the world of Higher Education. Dr. Chopra is also a founder Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, India.
Social
Dr. Chopra, a very humble and Pragmatic individual has contributed massively to the Societyalso. He has conducted many scholarship programs, even provided free education to the Blind students. His contribution to the weaker section of the Society is immense.
Awards and Recognitions
Best Entrepreneur of the year-2013- HONORED BY SIX SIGMA HEALTHCARE EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2013 @ Rajasthan India.
Dr. Rajan Chopra 's initiated University called Mahatma Gandhi University was awarded as the "Best Innovation in Open and Distance Learning for K-12 and Higher Education" in World Education Summit 2012 which was held at Hotel Le Meridian in New Delhi on 23rd July, 2012.
MGU, an initiative of Dr Rajan Chopra has also been awarded as SOE Global Education Awards 2012 on 16th December 2012 at India International Centre New Delhi.
Contribution in Academics
He has also prepared Learning Material i.e. LMS & Study material and E- books for Punjab Technical University. By God's divine grace Dr Rajan Chopra has expanded his self owned University named Mahatma Gandhi University with more than 2800 study centers across 35 Countries in less than a span of 2 years as a Successful business Entrepreneur. In addition to the same, he has already managed successfully strength of more than 1, 00,000 students. He is the personality who endeavors to provide an environment for quality education at affordable rates to all sections of society for the students from diverse backgrounds, ethnicity, caste, creed and geographical areas.
He also initiated Learning Management System (LMS) of more than 285 subjects which is the most sensitive & widely used faculty student enterprise for learning. Along with that, he took initiative to prepare Colored Self Instructional Material (SIM) for numerous programs such as Management, Information Technology, Professional and Traditional. He has put his valuable inputs in developing various titles in the field of different courses. To name a few, "Principles of Management", "Marketing Management", "Project & Quality Management", "Business Law" in Management programs; "Introduction to IT", "Operations Research", "Management Information System" in the sector of IT. He also holds experience of organizing various workshops for benefit of Educational Institutions & their members.