Source: Times of India
After facing criticism from the All India Council for Technical Education for not submitting its perspective plan, changes abound.
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Technical Courses Revamp Focuses on Practical Learning
Source: University World News
Curriculum changes for engineering and technical courses have been announced to make them less theoretical and more practical.
State of Education in Rural India
Source: Mint
“Modern economic growth has little room for people with rudimentary skills and low education levels”
Google, PepsiCo CEOs on Government Wish List
Source: The Economic Times
CEOs on government wish list to pick India’s ‘institutes of eminence’.
Indian Capital to Livestream Classrooms
Source: Study International
Some have raised concerns on privacy and the psychological impact non-stop surveillance may have on children & teachers.
Progress In Higher Ed Hampered by Poor Schools
Source: University World News
Students are entering Indian higher education are not adequately prepared or motivated to benefit from degree-level education.
India Tops In Producing Bachelors in Science & Engineering
Source: The Hindu
India accounts for one-fourth of the bachelor in science and engineering degrees awarded across the world.
Clarion Call to Modi to Increase Funding for Science
Source: Times of India
A recent clarion call to the Union Government aimed to increase funding for science and education in the upcoming budget.
1 in 4 Teens In Rural India Can’t Read Their Own Language
Source: Study International
The good news is that a steadily increasing number of Indian young people from rural areas are choosing to continue their studies.
India Will Allow 15% of Unis to Offer Online Degrees
Source: Mint
India will allow nearly 15% of universities to offer online degrees allowing students and executives to learn anywhere, anytime.
Indian Flagship Program to Retain Young Scientists Hits Rough Patch
Source: The Wire
About 35% of the initial batches of INSPIRE faculty fellows now find themselves at the end of the road, with neither a job in hand nor any encouraging prospects.
Why Are Indian Institutes So Lacking in Their Outreach Efforts?
Source: The Wire
In a free society, scientists funded by tax-based sources should obligate themselves to celebrate their discoveries with the public.
College Enrolments Rise But Employability Concerns Remain
Source: Mint
Between 2014-15 and 2016-17, gross enrolment ratio improved to 25.2, meaning around 25 of every 100 eligible students are pursuing higher education.
How Modi’s Big Announcement Will Improve Higher Education
Source: The Economic Times
Funding for education is only a small percentage of India’s GDP compared with nations.
The Cost of Studying at a University In Canada
Source: Times Higher Education
If you’re interested in studying in Canada, one of the most important things to consider is how much everything is going to cost.
Chalo Canada
Source: Little India
Why are Indian students increasingly choosing to study in Canada? “I chose Canada for more practical reasons,” says Meera Patel.
Budget Allocation for Education Increasing Up to 14%
Source: Mint
Innovation in schools, mapping of learning outcomes and school assessments are expected to find mentions in the 2018 budget.
Panel’s Draft National Education Policy To Be Submitted By March
Source: NDTV
The HRD Ministry-appointed panel tasked with drafting a new National Education Policy will submit its report in March next year.
Tenacious Student Selling Parathas to Complete PhD
Source: Study International
“There are lots of things to worry about, but I will complete my education by working hard.”
How Indian B-Schools are Training Students to Be Socially Conscious
Source: Mint
Students are made aware of the innate potential of businesses to positively impact on society.