The COVID 19 pandemic has impacted the education sector globally and India is no different. Online classes have become new normal for students from primary school to university level. This has opened up a new business opportunities in digital content, designing of virtual class rooms, blended learning and assessment systems. We envisage more application of AI for personalise learning, a robust integrated assessment device / mechanism which can be made operationalise at students home. Presently we are researching on hardware components of AI enabled assessment system which will be productised in near future. Our focus is to provide the solution at an affordable price. The same teaching tool can also be used for skill development and its associated applications. We also plan to explore and integrate with available open source technologies to teachers and students where open educational resources and open access digital tools must be supported. At our next stage, we desire to work in augmented reality and virtual reality learning tools for skill development as part of our New Education Policy 2020. We will be pleased to be associated with Universities and Industries working on Education from ideation to market the product for a win-win situation. Additionally, we have rich experience in training on product development.
Conventional education has gone through tremendous changes in the recent past. With the pandemic outbreak, the world witnessed a massive swing in educational methods. Plus, we saw how digital methods came to the rescue. Access to the internet and a smartphone or computer can make education accessible from any corner of the world. E-learning not only benefits students by allowing them to keep learning without interruptions, but also helps educators reach out to students. Furthermore, it helps them excel in their teaching skills too. Digital learning has changed the core of learning. Students can select from a wide range of credible courses available online. Or even students sitting in classrooms can always rely on digital resources for cohesive, interactive, and blended learning. Digital learning is the future of education. Here are 20 reasons that explain why. Digital learning enables students and teachers to set their own pace for learning. One can set a schedule that suits their plans and learn at flexible hours. Digital learning is highly beneficial for working professionals as they can upskill themselves while having a full-time job. Be it a full-time professional or a 6th-grade student, they must always keep evolving. After all, there’s no age limit for learning. Geographical or language barriers can be tackled with digital learning. Students can continue to access learning materials from any corner of the world and translate them to their preferred language in one click. E-learning in education gives students multiple subjects. This does not necessarily relate to academic subjects. Students can pursue their interests that go beyond their curriculum. With online education, it is possible to be the jack of all trades and/or, to be the ace in any preferred discipline. Digital learning boosts the ability of students to pursue various programs online, manage time for various sessions, and pick up various skills simultaneously. Due to e-learning, getting official certifications and degrees without physically stepping into a university has become possible. Digital education can be pursued on the go. Students can do quick revisions, or clear their doubts about their commuting time. E-learning helps learners modify their learning schedules according to their needs. The future of education is about interactive learning. Texts alone are not enough. It's a good thing that digital learning gives access to interactive learning through photos, videos, animated tutorials, quizzes, AI learning, etc. It is extremely easy to take notes online. There are various online tools or extensions available that aid in saving texts and links, which enable students to create their own notes or vocabulary libraries. Digital learning extends access to various sources of knowledge and educators. One does not need to be limited to one resource. They can explore e-books by various writers and stick with the one that suits their comfort. Online learning or e-books save students from the trouble of managing their shelves and books. They can simply store all the information on their drive or cloud with e-learning. Digital learning is cost-effective in many ways. Students save money on books, moving to another location for school or college, accommodation, and other institutional fees. Everything is only a few clicks away and can be accessed through multiple devices.
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The face of higher education in India has changed drastically in the past two decades. Privatization has increased the cost of education, reduced job opportunities while increased competition in the sector. This is one of the many reasons why the education sector is looking back at its functions and systems in order to bring about the necessary changes and align with the advancements that are happening in the sector. The evolution of higher education and the gap between Traditional education and modern education is creating a contrast of opinions. On one hand, students and parents are looking at education as an investment and something that will give them a decent return on their investment. On the other hand, the job market is doubting the quality of “product” that Higher education is producing, as they are not “industry ready”. In order to understand the evolution of the Higher education sector in India, let's take a look at the traditional approach and modern approach to higher education in India. Traditional approach: Traditional education is also known as customary education or conventional education. According to the 2009 Right to Education Act, schooling is free and compulsory for all children from the ages of 6 to 14. However, refinements are slowly being executed and underprivileged groups may still not have adequate access to education. Following are the stages of Traditional education: Primary school to High school: 1st to 4th standard (for six- to ten-year-olds) is called Primary school, then 5th to 8th standard (for 11- to 14-year-olds) is middle school, 9th, and 10th standard (for 14- to 16-year-olds) are a secondary school, 11th, and 12th standard (for 16- to 17-year-olds) are called Higher secondary or pre-university at this level the students choose an academic area to focus on. Most Indian schools have a primary focus on academic subjects, with very little scope for creative pursuit and few or no extra-curricular activities. Traditional schooling techniques lean more toward learning and memorisation, rather than nurturing independent or creative thinking. There is a strong focus on examinations from an early age, making the atmosphere of Indian schools competitive. Undergraduate: Undergraduate degrees vary from 3 years to 5 years depending on the course and specialisation. Degrees like Business, arts, are shorter than courses such as medicine, engineering, and law, which can be longer. Postgraduate: A postgraduate degree or course is typically a two-year degree. A postgraduate diploma, postgraduate degree or master’s degree offers the students an advanced level of education in their preferred area of study. The course is often designed to build on the knowledge obtained during the undergraduate or bachelor’s degree education. Mostly the course is practical in nature in order to better prepare the student with the skills they will need in the workplace. Completing postgraduate studies helps students further their career prospects and exacerbate their understanding of their area of study. India has been one of the largest technical manpower in the world. However, it is not significant compared to the population, which gives rise to the tremendous scope of improvement in this area. The traditional approach to higher education has been a good career starter for millions of students, but the demanding and challenging job market in the new era of advanced technology is on the lookout for a more skill.
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