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Techno India University, West Bengal Imparting Knowledge Driven Education of the Highest Quality

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n today's world, every individual has to develop an innovative streak to achieve success in any endeavor. Today, there is hardly any aspect that has remained untouched by innovation. In fact, various businesses owe their foundation and success to pioneering maneuvers.

With the advent of technological novelties, every company is going toe-to-toe in order to gain the upper hand against their competitors. They aim to employ individuals with exceptional knowledge and skills who can spearhead their company to the pinnacle of prominence.

Embracing Innovation for Excellence in Education

Industry leaders depend on educational institutions to provide them with seasoned graduates. These institutions compete head-tohead in order to produce the best graduates who can make a mark in the highly contentious business world. They make sure that the students receive detailed education. No stone is left unturned to provide students the best possible education coupled with state-of-the-art technology and a career-oriented approach. They are constantly conducting research to come up with innovative educational procedures which would have a lasting impression on the mind of the students.

The leading institutes of the nation aim to produce graduates who can embrace revolutionary techniques and connect the world with the future. They are employing modern tools, software, and various technologies to transform teaching–learning into a worthwhile experience.

These technologies and educational procedures broaden an individual's perspective and transform them not only into brilliant students but also build them into responsible citizens of the country.

Innovative procedures in education can bear wonderful results by upgrading the education system, which, in turn, will participate towards the development of the nation. T R

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Imparting Knowledge Driven Education of the Highest Quality

TECH EDGE Digital Citizenship A Key Element in Modern-Day Education

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Strategies to Overcome Post-Exam Stress

HIGHLIGHT Establishing Classroom Expectations is Important for better Outcomes

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ROBO AGE Robots : Harbingers of Revolutionary Transformations in Education

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Vaagdevi College of Engineering Preparing Students to Meet the Challenges of the Modern Industry and Society

Importance of Selecting the Right Graduate Program

ASM's Institute of Management and Computer Studies Providing Quality Education by Following Top-Notch Standards and Methodologies

20 MIT Arts, Commerce and Science College Rendering a Creative Academic Environment to Nurture Talent for Development of Professional Skills

26 NMAMIT Pursuing Excellence, Empowering People, and Enabling Community Development

34 Shobhit University Promoting Learning in Indian Tradition with an International Outlook

40 Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Producing Intellectually Inspired and Morally Upright Youth

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The Prominent Institutes of Computer Science in India

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omputer science, as a field of education, is making rapid strides in India. It has created the path for numerous employment opportunities for deserving candidates. Most of the educational institutes are introducing innovative teaching techniques accompanied by modern technologies, instruments, computer-based tools, soft wares, and e-books to improve the teaching–learning procedures, providing a facelift to the computer education sector.

The leading institutes of computer science are offering specialized courses to train, educate, and prepare eligible candidates who can offer their services and contribute in the development of the technological sector of the country. These institutions opt for a career-oriented approach to ensure that the students transform into dedicated professionals, and pursue a successful career.

The Knowledge Review thus introduces a special issue “India’s 10 Best Institutions for Computer Science Studies, 2019 ”, which highlights some of the best institutes in India which are transforming and enhancing computer education in a creative fashion. It enlists those institutes which have set a benchmark in the field of computer education, research, and training.

The Cover Story of the issue highlights Techno India University, West Bengal, a leading private university of the global panorama. We have also included ASM’s Institute Of Management And Computer Studies; MIT Arts, Commerce & Science College, Alandi, Pune; NMAM Institute of Technology; Shobit University; Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science; Vaagdevi Group Of Institutions; Vijayaraje Institute Of Science And Management; Yadavrao Tasgaonkar Institute of Engineering and Technology; and Zeal Institute Of Business Administration, Computer Application & Research.

We have also included an educative article by Aarti Dadheech, Assistant Professor in the department of Computer Science and Engineering, JIET Group of Institutions, India. So, go through the pages for more information on these elite institutions! T R

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Techno India University Imparting Knowledge Driven Education of the Highest Quality

The University aims to create quality human resources that are capable of meeting and successfully overcoming the global challenges of tomorrow and contribute effectively to global developments.

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“Our motive is to elevate global engagement to worldclass standards�

“We aim to create the best infrastructure and allied facilities to foster research, product development, and industrial consultancy”

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echno India University, West Bengal, was established through West Bengal State Legislature Act in the year 2012. They are one of the best private universities in the global panorama. The university is renowned for its world class faculty members whose unmatched guidance efficiently grooms students and scholars and transforms their dreams into reality. They are committed to generating, disseminating, and preserving knowledge, and to working in collaboration with academic institutes, research centers, and several knowledge hubs within the country and abroad. The university is dedicated to providing its students and scholars with an education that combines rigorous academic study and the excitement of discovery with the support and the intellectual stimulation of world class faculty members.

They develop the ability and positivity to work wisely, creatively, and effectively for the betterment of the society in each member of the campus.

The cutting edge research of the university is the outcome of the honorable Chancellor’s Vision 2025.

This research is not embedded in the pages of books, but translated into practical knowledge through several product developments. Solar energybased instruments, organic food products like tulsi desserts, marine floral-based snacks, seaweed-based ice-creams, and cookies are some of the innovative products of the Techno India University, West Bengal. They are not only eco-friendly and healthy, but also serve as roadmaps of livelihood for millions of unemployed youth. Thus, the university is driven by a shared purpose: to make a better, poverty-free world through education, research, and innovation.

Exceptional Educational Facilities The university aims at providing quality education, accompanied by brilliant infrastructure and unwavering dedication by the teaching staff. They provide a plethora of courses ranging from B. Sc., M. Sc., Ph D., B. Pharm, M. Pharm, BCA, MCA, BBA, MBA, B. Arch, BBA LLB, and courses on mass communication, microbiology, biotechnology, mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, science, engineering

and technology, management studies, and many more. The university is approved by many renowned bodies like the Council of Architecture, Pharmacy Council of India, and Bar Council of India.

Enhancing Students’ Employability In order to address the issue of employability and to reinforce the “Skills over Degrees” argument, Techno India Group (TIG) started an interdisciplinary and completely experimental “Institution of the Future” called Offbeat CCU. It focuses on holistic skills, from tai chi, martial arts, and yoga to blockchain, drone piloting, ethical hacking, and everything in between – acquired through community living amidst peers belonging to completely different fields of learning. They intend to build empathy and emotional intelligence in the students by exposing them to differences in thoughts, opinions, and educational paths.

Another highly differentiating stream they have recently started at TIG is sustainability. The group is one of the

“Our objective is to build one of the best industry-academia interfaces to leverage the best collaborative output in terms of recruitment, industrial training, research, and consultancy�

only educational institutions to have welcomed a sustainability director in its management team. It works towards integrating sustainability into all existing engineering and business streams, and multiplying the opportunities for students to develop professional skills through impact internships for the greater social and environmental good.

Apart from this, Techno India University has introduced a major course in their curriculum known as ESD (Entrepreneurship Skill Development) as a mandatory subject in each semester for the entire course duration. This has helped the students to develop their team spirit, organizational skills, sense of initiative and responsibility, and most importantly leadership skills. In this course, students brainstorm the whole semester for development of a new and innovative product, where students from different disciplines come together to live their dreams and give it a real life form.

Disseminating the Knowledge of Computer Science The university conducts a host of programs for students and educators who are all working to promote interest and success in computer science, by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and persistence at a young age. The Computer Science Teachers Association has been constituted to support and promote of computer sciences. The members of the association work on a multitude of levels to pursue their goals – collaborating with educators, creating effective policies and standards, and providing reference materials.

With the vision of the Chairman for expanding participation of students more in the computer sciences, the university provides equal opportunity for students to learn about the subject and gain interest in the field. They have designed courses, partnering with similar organizations, training teachers, and breaking stereotypes.

The university heads a special

“We aim to impart knowledge driven education of the highest quality” initiative ‘Girls breaking Code’ to help and spread computer awareness program amongst girls. They are organizing special Summer Indulgence Program which provides participants an eight-week long intensive workshop in robotics, web design, and mobile development.

Collaborative Endeavors Throughout its journey of imparting exceptional educational and career development opportunities, the university has carried out many

noteworthy collaborations. Some of their noteworthy associations include: · Faculty and student exchanges where research and project interests converge · Research scholar exchanges where faculty collaborations are active and innovation is purpose driven · Joint degree/semester exchange programs where faculty and student collaborations are strong &sustainable · “Study Abroad” programs to enhance mobility of undergraduate students · MOUs with reputed institutes to enhance global outreach · Exploring collaboration with global industry for international internship and placement opportunity · Engagement of faculty, students, and alumni with entrepreneurs, startup to maximize sustainable development and societal impact of Techno India University, West Bengal · Engagement with partner embassies and ministries from around the world in promoting bilateral exchange and collaborations.

operations, administrative support, alliances, and partnerships. The student team of Student International Relationship Cell (SIPC) works as brand ambassador for the Office of International Programs. The university currently has under graduate and doctoral students from Ghana, Bangladesh, and Bhutan.

Brilliant Career Opportunities and Exposures Techno India Group has also helped in raising the living standards of the students by arranging for campus placements and successful jobs from major tech companies like Microsoft, Intel, Hitachi, Byju’s, CTS, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and so on. Apart from this, the university has introduced a major course in their curriculum known as ESD (Entrepreneurship Skill Development) as a mandatory subject in each semester for the entire course duration. This has helped the students to develop their team spirit, organizational skills, sense of initiative and responsibility, and most importantly, leadership skills.

They also arrange various international and national level seminars and workshops, where dignitaries from all around the world are invited to give their insights and acquired knowledge. To mention one, IEEE conference, one of the most prestigious conference in the field of engineering, is held every year in the university. In this conference, many eminent professors and industry personals are invited to give lectures. Also, presentation of various research papers works by the scholars and students from Techno India University, West Bengal, and from colleges and universities in and around Kolkata, as well as from around the world are also conducted. T R

The Visionary Chancellor

Developing International Relationships The university aims to elevate global engagement to world-class standards.

Their mission is to develop strong and sustainable international partnerships with research laboratories, academic institutions, industry, and entrepreneurs. They aim to meet the aspirations of the faculty and student communities.

The International Office has a dedicated team of executives working on all aspects of international engagement including global

Prof. Goutam Roychowdhury Chancellor

Prof. Goutam Roychowdhury is the Chancellor of Techno India University.

He started his journey in 1983 with one computer and a handful of students. By 1998, he was able to convince the state government for the need of private engineering education and thus, started the maiden private engineering college in the state of West Bengal.

Prof. Goutam’s vision and mission has always been to serve the society in a different way for its betterment and to prepare it for the future. He is a visionary, who can predict what will be the need of the education eld in the next decade. His unwavering dedication has taken the Techno India Group and Techno India University to the heights of educational and career excellence.

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VAAGDEVI College of Engineering Preparing Students to Meet the Challenges of the Modern Industry and Society

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English language lab with 60 systems and a total of 300 systems, which are available for students in the computer labs.

Vaagdevi College of Engineering was established in 1998 by the “Viswambhara Educational Society”. The college came into existence at the time of political turmoil, when winds were against the establishment of engineering colleges and there was a serious need of developing technical manpower. The society realized that there is an emphatic requirement of individualized personal technical education to develop skilled confident qualified graduates.

Hence, the institute came into play and has been running strong since the last 20 years, focusing on creating responsible graduates, who would dedicate themselves towards solving social and global problems.

Exceptional Educational Facilities Vaagdevi group carries out a plethora of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, management, commerce, science, education, and so on. A total of about 30 institutes operate under the aegis of this group, in and around Warangal. The college focuses on providing the most effective B. Tech, M. Tech in Computer Science and Engineering and research programs, with more importance for better educational outcomes. They also aim to promote and implement close interdepartmental collaboration in educational programs with sound delivery methods.

Brilliant Infrastructure Vaagdevi offers superior infrastructural facilities to make sure that the students have a lasting learning experience.

The campus is completely Wi-Fi enabled and is accompanied by world class infrastructure with a spacious air-conditioned auditorium, numerous seminar halls, cutting-edge digital learning spaces, and well-equipped laboratories with the latest equipment. The college houses carefully mentored/ tutored computer labs and a number of sports and games facilities. Additionally, they have a unique

The college offers a strong academic curriculum in a personalized and dedicated manner, which creates opportunities for students to enhance their skills and be industry ready. Students are given full freedom to select a subject of their choosing (within or outside their discipline).

Moreover, if they want to pursue some other activity of their interest, they can spend time in the “Student Activity Centre”. Here, mentors use advanced technology to teach them many different and interesting new things. The college also provides personalized mentoring and counseling

he college aims to provide a healthy educational environment for students and staff to cater to the needs of the society.

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Institute at a Glance Dr. Ch. Devendar Reddy

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services. Besides, the faculty also maintains individual ‘student log’, which helps to track students’ performance and behavior.

About the Department of Computer Science and Engineering Established in 1998-99 with 40 seats, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) has increased its intake to 240 seats in the academic year 2012-13. The college approaches with the objective of achieving global excellence and focus on research and technology development. Endowed with a vibrant body of 70 dedicated and knowledgeable faculties, the CSE department focuses on providing a platform to all the stakeholders, where they can acquire knowledge about various emerging advanced technologies. By signing several MOUs with industry and academia, the department has opened doors to continuous interactions with the industry. This helps the students to gather in-depth knowledge of the industry and pursue higher studies abroad.

Salient Features of CSE Department CSE department stands tall on the following: • Student Mentoring System; • Internships • Campus Recruitment Training • Academic and Industry based Projects • Choice Based Credit System • Skill Development Programs for Industry Readiness Dedicated Leadership Vaagdevi marches ahead towards pursuing educational excellence under the ardent leadership of Dr. Ch. Devendar Reddy, the Secretary and Correspondent, and Dr. K. Prakash, the Principal. Dr. Reddy has won

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numerous laurels throughout his stellar career. He is the recipient of Hon’ble Doctorate from KSISIE International University for educational leadership on 26 Jun’18. Dr. Reddy has also received prestigious Shanthi Dhootha award for his contribution to the society and education. Dr. Prakash received Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) from National Institute of Technology Warangal (NITW) in July 2012 for the research work on “Novel algorithms and meta-heuristic techniques for Distribution System Studies”. Leveraging about 20 years of experience, he has guided a Ph D scholar and has reviewed IEEE transactions on power systems and power delivery. Dr. Prakash is reviewer of many reputed bodies such as IEEE, IET, Taylor & Frncis.

Focus on Skill Upgradation For every student, the prime motive is to nurture their skills and attain better education so that after graduation, they can work towards making their dreams come true. Keeping this in perspective, Vaagdevi offers many additional features including, goal orientation and tracking, self-management and learning, communication skills, domain knowledge skills, industry readiness, and global exposure.

Collaborative Endeavors Vaagdevi College carries out numerous collaborations with various national and international institutions for providing the best possible career and academic exposure to the students. It has established three kinds of collaborations which are mentioned below: Ÿ The college has established UG/PG Twinning Student Exchange Programs with foreign universities under which the students can spend some time in foreign universities and earn the degree. Different options are available to the students depending on their performance as well as financial stability. Ÿ The college also conducts research programs in collaboration with national and international organizations on various topics of social and national importance. Ÿ Vaagdevi signed MOU with MSME-Tool Room Central Institute of Tool Design (A Government of India Society-Ministry of MSME) for the benefit of students of Mechanical, EEE, ECE, and CSE branches. Ÿ ICT Academy has also signed an MOU with the college. Ÿ Moreover, the college also carries out faculty exchange programs to ensure high-quality education for the students.

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The Achievement Column Throughout its journey of attaining educational excellence, Vaagdevi has accomplished many noteworthy landmarks. · The college received the prestigious ICT Academy - Partner in Growth award from Dr. Anil D Sahasrabudhe, Chairman AICTE. · The Principal of the college, Dr. K. Prakash has received the IEEE Vibrant Student Branch Award. · The college has also received the prestigious ISTE Best Students Chapter Award from the Indian Society for Technical Education. · The college has won Smart Campus Award for 2019 by Stumagz; stand in Top 30 by IBM survey; and won IEEE Vibrant Student Branch for 2018. · It has conducted various hackathons in the latest technologies. · DELL EMC centre of excellence globally recognized certification on DATA SCIENCE · CISCO centre of excellence globally recognized CCNA , C++, Cyber security , IOT, Certification programs to students · College established Vaagdevi Incubator and Business Accelerator (VIBA) to encourage

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Start Up companies at college premises Wide Spectrum of Opportunities Vaagdevi houses numerous professional societies like, IEEE, IETE, IE (I), CSI, ACCE (I), and so on, which help the students to grow professionally and develop organizational skills. Several amateur photography, literary, and other clubs make the events at the college student driven and colorful across the campus.

Literary events and group discussions allow the students to master their communication skills, overcome stage fright, and present themselves confidently in public.

Future Endeavors Vaagdevi aims to stand at the forefront of educational activities. They intend to make sure that by the time each student graduates from the college, they are confident and capable enough to build their own career and write their own success story. Some of the college’s short-term and long-term objectives include:

EEE, Civil & Mechanical disciplines in emerging areas such as CAD/CAM, Machine Design , Multimedia and Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Neural Networks, Big Data & Data Science, Secure Communications, etc.

• To strengthen the departmental laboratories and enable the faculty to take up research projects of AICTE, DST, CSIR etc. and undertake sponsored R&D projects from Industries and R&D establishments.

Long-Term Goals: • To establish a state-of-the-art research laboratory in emerging areas of technology in each department.

• To develop Vaagdevi Incubator and Business Accelerator (VIBA) in technology to provide guidance to small, medium and Start up entrepreneurs.

• To construct the residential quarters for teaching and non-teaching staff and officers of the college on the campus.

• To attain a university status to march towards international level. T R

Short-Term Goals: • To start new M.Tech. Programs in specialized fields in CSE, ECE,

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Providing Quality Education by Following Top-Notch Standards and Methodologies

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acked by the 35 year legacy of the ASM Group of Institutes, Institute of Management & Computer Studies (IMCOST) is one of the top ranked B-Schools in Mumbai. In the year 2004, it was established in Wagle Industrial Estate, Thane, Maharashtra.

Located in the industrial belt of Thane, the institute offers its students consistent industry interaction, enabling them to learn from the leaders. The sole objective of the founders was to provide opportunity to students belonging to all sections of the society for acquiring quality education in management and commerce streams at undergraduate level. The institute is affiliated to the University of Mumbai.

IMCOST’s premises are well equipped to satisfy all academic, extracurricular, and social needs of the students. Their

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faculties are qualified and experienced in their line of specialization and comply with eligibility criteria for teachers specified by the University of Mumbai. They have multiple collaborations with best in industry and academia which enables them to provide optional integrated industry oriented courses like CMA, CFA, and CSCA, along with CC, MC, BA, DM, and LM for assuring enhanced employability opportunities for students. The institute’s library is well stocked with books prescribed by the university and also has a wide collection of e-books for reference.

Vibrant Students’ Life Opportunities for learning, growing, and achieving exist everywhere at ASM’s IMCOST. It offers a blend of academics, extra-curricular, and co-curricular activities. Strong student clubs and cell activities give students

the platform to pursue their hobbies and interests. In addition, cultural programs, student fests, festivals, national celebrations, and intercollege events make life at IMCOST truly colorful, enriching, and enjoyable.

A year round celebration of life is what it is all about at the ASM Group of Institutes. Every year, over 40 events are held across the various campuses.

In the preceding year, an overwhelming 60 events were conducted, making that an average of more than one per week.

Their students actively participate in various academic, co-curricular, extracurricular, industry based, cultural, and sports competitions organized not only on campus but also at inter-college level. The students have consistently been top performers at such events, which only goes on to highlight that APRIL 2019

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ASM is an institute which lays emphasis on all round growth of an individual.

The institute organizes GENESIS, a week-long annual showpiece event during which, various events such as sporting events, fine arts and performing arts, and other cultural programs are organized. The gamut of activities aims to ensure that every student comes forward to participate in and showcase at least one sphere where they can contribute confidently. Additionally, the institute also offers a wide array of activities like industrial visit, management /IT enclave, International Conference (INCON) at Pune Campus, presentations, seminars, study tours, intercollegiate drama competition, MindSpace, and so on.

Ensuring Excellence in Computer Education IMCOST’s dedicated faculty pool consists of the best of the industry and academia, thereby providing students an opportunity of hearing and learning straight from the ‘Horse’s Mouth’, about the intricacies and relevance of theoretical aspects in computer application. By following unique teaching methodologies, wherein mainstream teaching is supported by industry interaction, the faculty brings to the classroom contemporary information and a realistic view of global business. The main focus of the faculty lies in the holistic development of each student, enhancing their business skills, technical skills, and soft skills, as well as the overall personality development of students.

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Major Achievements Throughout its illustrious journey, IMCOST has attained many landmarks. It has received numerous laurels for its initiatives towards educational development. Some of its major accomplishments include: · It is the first institute in India to offer the HBX CORe Program from Harvard Business School · ASM’s IMCOST is supported by UGC for various seminars and workshops to improve student employability · It is renowned for its excellent placements records, with students excelling in their respective careers · It is one of the few institutes in India to adopt the case study methodology of teaching and also into developing case studies and conducting case study resolution competitions for industries in India and abroad Noteworthy Collaborations The institute aims for overall personality and career development of the students. It has tie-ups with many renowned institutions and organizations for value added certifications. These courses bring together industry relevant techniques and qualifications blending together with cutting-edge certifications which are accepted globally. IMCOST has developed remarkable collaborations with prominent companies like Miles Review, SAP, IBM, HBP, Wiley, Safeducate, Innovation Next, and many more. T R

About the Chairman A visionary academician and entrepreneur, Dr. Sandeep Pachpande is the Chairman of ASM Group of Institutes.

He brings a multifaceted business sense to the table every day. He has pursued Senior Executive Leadership Program from the Harvard Business School, Boston, USA and is a Harvard Business School Alumni. He has authored many books on a wide range of subjects, “Case Studies in Management”, “Enterprise Resource planning (ERP)”, “Data Mining and Data Warehousing”, “Human Recourse Development”, and “Marketing Management” to name a few.

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oday’s modern world is virtually connected where all of us can stay in touch no matter how long the distance is.

People can communicate with each other from one corner of the world to another in a matter of seconds. Major business deals are carried out in a jiffy thanks to fast networks and reliable connectivity. The education sector also isn't far behind in accepting these modern technologies.

Nowadays, both teachers and students are embracing digital technology. The education system has received a major facelift thanks to innovative digital educational tools. Owing to these innovations, students can browse the internet and gather additional information about various subjects as and when required. They have an ocean of resources at their disposal which they can use for studies and research. But, as the saying goes, ‘With great power comes great responsibilities’, it is essential for students to use this technological boon judiciously.

The Importance of Digital Citizenship Teachers realize how important it is to instill good citizenship among students. They always focus on social etiquette and how to treat the peers with respect. In this modern age, it is also requisite for the students to understand what kind of behavior is acceptable in an online platform. Teachers have to instill the principles of good digital citizenship among the students so that they become smart, responsible, and respectful members of online communities.

Understanding Digital Citizenship All of us are a part of one virtual community or another. We often share information and opinions about various issues on websites, blogs, and other online platforms. As individuals, following certain norms and rules defines us as good citizens of the society. Similarly, while communicating online, people should practice online safety, treat other digital users with respect, and behave as per the rules of certain online communities.

In the years to come, the importance of practicing good digital citizenship will gradually increase. Our lives are constantly getting entwined with virtual communities. Students are using numerous online tools to enhance the learning process like participating in online forums, joining online learning groups, and so on. Hence, teaching students how to practice good online citizenship is becoming increasingly important.

If students do not follow tenets of good digital citizenship, they may develop poor, and even dangerous, online habits.

Sometimes students may share too much personal information online. Moreover, poor digital citizenship may lead to cyber bullying, wherein students may harass each other using technologies like social media, texts, and e-mails. Although cyber bullying does not cause physical harm, but can cause emotional and psychological damage.

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A Key Element in Modern-Day Education Embracing Digital Literacy Teachers and parents should make sure that students are well aware of how to competently navigate and evaluate information in the digital sphere. Students should be equipped with strong digital literacy skills which would help them to distinguish between legitimate news and misleading information. Individuals with poor skills of using digital media may feel lost while using the internet. Research states that 59% of users feel overwhelmed by the internet. Poor digital citizenship and literacy may lead students to browse unsafe website, lose important data, or even fall prey to cyber-attacks or bullying. Hence, it is very important that students are aware of the pros and cons of digital media so that they can use it judiciously for better outcomes.

Encouraging Good Digital Citizenship is of Prime Concern School authorities can employ various creative strategies to cultivate a sense of responsibility among students. Teachers should constantly remind students to be very careful about what information they are sharing or what opinions they are making in public. If teachers share an etiquette guide for online behavior with the students, it will help them to act responsibly on the internet. Students should be taught that there can be many strangers browsing the internet who can cause them harm. Hence, one should only communicate with known people on the internet.

It is very important that teachers explain the difference of sharing and stealing online content. Students may feel that everything that is available on the internet is up for grabs. But they should know that almost all online content is protected by intellectual property laws, and hence they should act cautiously. Students should be taught not to engage in conversations which might be controversial. Teachers should teach them how to identify and avoid a ‘troll’.

Digital literacy is an essential component in today’s age, but students should be taught that these are just a part of modern life. They should also spend quality time with their family and friends. Teachers can also conduct interesting and fun-filled sessions to educate students about how to use digital media responsibly and how to treat other digital citizens with respect.

Laying Foundation for a Bright Future If parents and teachers work together as a team, and teach students the right digital citizenship skills, it can build a road to their bright future. Adopting good online practices is important for every student because if they don’t do so, they may struggle with online assignments, and may even face difficulty in securing a job. Nowadays, most professions revolve around technology, and instilling good digital citizenship can contribute in students’ success both inside and outside the classroom. T R

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Rendering a Creative Academic Environment to Nurture Talent for Development of Professional Skills

The institute aims to deliver world-class learning facilities with an excellent ambiance for academics and research conjugated with a vibrant environment for honing the extra and co-curricular skills.

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IT Arts, Commerce and Science College, Alandi (D), Pune, was established in 2007 under the aegis of Maharashtra Academy of Engineering and Educational Research (MAEER) Pune. The founder of the MIT group, Prof. (Dr.) Vishwanath Karad took an initiative to impart quality education with easy access to the young generation in the rural area and the mission for excellence in education.

The college started with only 17 students in BCA course, whereas in 2019, it has grown to 1838 students in seven different courses catering to the dynamic need of diversity of education in various fields. MIT has an excellent reputation as a leader and is a pioneer in spreading education to a wide community with its rich academic and

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cultural heritage, which contributes to developing noble citizens to serve society.

library, well-equipped computer labs with internet center, and so on are provided to the students.

Top-Notch Infrastructural Facilities

Pursuing Academic Excellence

The college campus spreads over 4 acres in a beautiful and peaceful atmosphere at pilgrim place of Alandi near Indrayani River where Saint Dnyaneshwar, the poet and philosopher, devoted his life in establishing rationality of reason.

The efforts are made by the institute to create a world-class infrastructure with latest technological advancements.

Smart classrooms with a spacious place, hygienic washrooms, purified drinking water, canteen, high-quality surveillance CCTV cameras, ladies room, sports ground, digitalized

MIT primarily focuses on bringing excellence in education and research.

The college is continually focusing on the holistic development of students. It actively helps all students to use their skills and knowledge to perform well in college so that they may also perform professionally in the industrial workplace. The college offers various facilities to the students including: Ÿ

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extremely helpful in resolving many issues like problems at home, low parental support, and low confidence.

enhancement of the students. These institutions include: College of Computer AccountantsAdd on courses on Tally ERP and advanced excel Ÿ Cognitive Exchange organization based out of Folsom, California, USA- Every Saturday, sessions are conducted on how to deliver a speech and how to improve leadership quality and communication Ÿ IGATE Global Solutions Ltd.- Faculty development program for teachers. Ÿ Vishwakalyan Bahu UddeshiyaConducted computer training and awareness program. Ÿ

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The college provides financial support to the students via merit scholarship and helps financially weaker section of students by allowing them to deposit fee in installments.

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Conducting remedial classes for slow learners to align them with the rest of the students of the class.

Conducting bridge courses to connect the gap between acquired knowledge and prerequisite knowledge for the course and to overcome technical difficulties.

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Providing soft skills training for the students’ development.

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The Road to Glory The institute has achieved numerous laurels for its dedicated endeavors. The various landmarks that it has achieved throughout its illustrious journey include: 1. Best College Award (University Level) for three consecutive times (2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18) by Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.

2. Its Department of Computer Application was awarded 2nd Rank in Pune and 18th rank in India by India Today – MDRA for the year 2018.

3. Its Department of Computer Science has received 3rd rank in Pune and 94th in India by India Today – MDRA for the year 2018.

Collaborative Endeavors The college has signed MOUs with many institutions to ensure academic and career T H E

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Career Development Initiatives The college has a very efficient Training and Placement Cell. It helps students to understand, realize, and develop employability skills and provides training for interview techniques, aptitude test, and self-presentation. The institute’s Entrepreneur Development Cell aims to develop the spirit of entrepreneurship among the students. Various activities of this cell include creating awareness programs, mentoring students, and assistance in receiving financial support for start-ups.

MIT also focuses on motivating and guiding students for various competitive examinations such as MPSC, UPSC, Bank PO, and so on. Additionally, it also conducts guest lectures by alumni and government officials, and inter-college competitions based on topics related to competitive examinations. Moreover, the Research and Development Cell motivates students to participate in conferences/seminars and present & publish their research papers in conferences and journals. T R

The Responsive Principal Prof. Dr. B. B. Waphare is the Principal of MIT. He is an academic visionary who has been enthusiastically and innovatively working in imparting quality education. He aims to inculcate research aptitude, social, and moral values which can support to develop the young generation with potentials to compete with global challenges.

Having 22 years of research experience, Dr. Waphare has more than 90 research publications in reputed international and national journals. He has worked as a reviewer for various journals. He has attended and participated in more than 90 international, national, and state level conferences, seminars, and workshops.

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pplying to a graduate program is a puzzling procedure for many students. Choosing your degree is either pretty easy, or can be really difficult! If you know what you want to do in term of a career, or in what industry you want to work in, then this really helps to narrow down what you need to study to reach that objective. But if you’re not sure what job you want to do or what career you’re interested in, deciding on a graduate program can be difficult. There are numerous means to take and decisions to make, yet one of the first up will be the choice about which graduate programs to apply to.

In a few disciplines, having an advanced education is a need for getting a “career” work. That doesn’t mean you should make a plunge immediately after finishing your undergrad degree. Simply ensure you have a valid justification for going to graduate program.

A graduate degree can open up a wider array of career opportunities and increase your earning power. One of the factors that employers take a gander at is the employability of a candidate. Candidate with graduate degree tend to go through dissertation, course work, and taught modules. This combination helps them develop skills such as the ability to fulfil deadlines, organizational skills, and time management. They therefore attract numerous employers.

As indicated by the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the event that if you have a graduate degree, your winning force is at any rate 21% higher than those with only a college degree. Graduate degree helps you in career change. An interesting truth concerning the graduate degree is that it’s not exclusively designed for youth with restricted professional experience who are yet to kick-start their careers. It can also serve as a lifeline to experienced professionals seeking for a lifelong change in career. Having a graduate degree in your hand can open up opportunities for future promotions.

The purpose behind graduate program is to help promising students become expert in some domain. Before burning through a huge number of dollars on an advanced education that may demonstrate unsuitable, you should bring assessment tests to limit your regions of premium and what you are best at. There are tons of great programs in the country and abroad and finding the one that is right for you will require careful consideration of a variety of factors.

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About the Author

Educator's Insights

Aarti Dadheech, an educationalist serves as an Assistant Professor in the department of Computer Science and Engineering, JIET Group of Institutions, India. She is an evocative researcher in data security and cryptography and has presented her research work in various national and international conferences. She is a computer science engineer (honours) and also holds a master of engineering degree in computer science from MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur. She is entrusted with a responsible position such as Proctorial Board member of the group and mentee of various engineering projects.

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Career you want to Eventually Have Picking a program that coordinates your objectives is imperative. Before you can pick a suitable graduate program you have to choose what sort of career you need to inevitably have.

Area you want to Specialize in Before choosing a graduate program you have to pick your region of specialization. It can give chances to investigate speculations you may have about a theme. It depends to a larger extends on whether a candidate picks the correct graduate programs, in view of his or her specific profession objectives.

Placement Records of Particular Degree Program Another necessary characteristic of an advanced degree program is its placement record.

Graduate Program Requirement Research your potential graduate degree to ascertain if you meet the entry-level necessities. Some require your passing specialized tests. For example, Common Admission Test (CAT), National Eligibility Entrance Test (Post-graduate)(NEET), Graduate Record Examination(GRE), Graduate Aptitude Test Engineering(GATE).

Cost and Financial Aid Options Short-term economic realities might force you into a graduate degree that’s reasonable over another one out of financial reach.

Truth be told joining your own personal interests with the forecasted job market is a certain method to take advantage of your education benefits.

There are a number of up-and–coming programs. You can ponder where the employement rates are set to take off in the following couple of years, or even decades. Web development, environmental science, nursing, international business or finance, engineering are certain types of degrees which are becoming more and more popular.

Regardless of whether you are proceeding with your training specifically from an undergrad program or returning to class after a nonappearance, a cautious, however through procedure will serve you best. Picking the correct graduate degree can be a shelter to your vocation and agreeable to you throughout everyday life. Your future will in split second look that minim bit brighter when you graduate.

At the end of the day, deciding on what degree you want to study is a personal choice. Make sure you understand what you value most, what you enjoy and where you see yourself in the future. T R

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Strategies Overcome to

Post-Exam Stress

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xam time brings along stressful situations for students. They have to understand and memorize tons of theories, historical events, and mathematical formulas in order to make sure that they succeed with flying colors. Strict study schedules and constant revision during exams results in less time for relaxation and enjoyment among students. As the saying goes, ‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy’, it is important to carry out interesting and fun activities which would provide students a breath of fresh air after the exams.

How to Deal with Post-Exam Stress Effectively?

Students need some time to refill their energy to feel fresh and energetic after a hectic exam schedule. They can squeeze some time out of their busy school and study schedule, and participate in various activities. This would boost their mood and confidence along with overcoming post-exam stress.

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Long Naps After the hectic exam schedule, it is very important for students to give the much-needed rest to both their body and mind. Long naps rejuvenate students’ mind and boost their mood so that they can focus and prepare themselves for further studies.

Engage in Physical Activities Physical activities play an important role in overcoming stress and enhancing concentration. After spending hours and days studying hard and preparing for exams, every student wants to engage in activities which are both interesting and beneficial for their health. There is no better option than to participate in physical activities like outdoor games, exercise sessions, yoga classes, and more. Students can also go for excursions and trekking which not only educative and entertaining, but also beneficial for one’s health.

Partake in Social Media After exams, students need some time

during which they can refresh and prepare themselves mentally and physically for the upcoming session.

They can use internet and social media as a platform for both entertainment and educational purposes. Engaging in social media will give students the opportunity to let go of the burden of exam stress. It will also help students to learn and gather facts about different people and things happening around them. Moreover, there are many websites which allow individuals to share photos, audio, and video content which they have prepared. As a result, they can use social media to showcase their talent.

Carry out Favorite Hobby All of us have unique hobbies, which we love to carry out during the leisure time. Some students are interested in painting, some love gardening, and some are interested in music. At times, the hectic classroom and homework schedule do not permit them to carry out their favorite hobby. They can engage in their favorite pastime after exams are over. This will not only

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provide them respite after hectic study schedule, but also give a worthwhile experience of conducting their favorite activity.

so on. Carrying out such activities will help in building the students’ confidence and contribute in their personality development.

motivational, and funny films, which have a light tone of their own.

Participate in Social Activities

Nurturing the Creative Side

Students can also spend leisure time after exams on various social activities.

They can volunteer for any social cause like planting trees, donating alms to the needy, participate in social awareness campaigns, and so on.

Moreover, students can also volunteer to teach needy students for free.

Sharing knowledge is not only a generous act, but also enhances one’s own knowledge.

Students can spend some time after exams by performing activities which involve art, craft, and other creative elements. Students with flair in photography can express their ideas and opinions by capturing unique content in their camera lens. Others can engage in various activities like music, dance, drama, music, and so on, which give a boost to their creative side.

Take Part in Group Events

Binge watch Favorite Shows and Films

Many students have the urge to compare their answers with that of their friends. They should avoid doing so because they will credence that they have performed poorly in the exam and will feel guilty. Comparing answers will not affect the results. They will be judged on what they have already written on the paper. Students may notice many concepts that they overlooked or the rules that they missed. This does not mean what they have written is wrong. Every question has different interpretations and what they have written on the paper might actually be correct. They should rather relax and focus on the upcoming session.

Group activities nurture teamwork, and foster a sense of mutual respect and understanding among individuals.

After their exams, students can take part in various cultural activities like group dances and songs. They can also participate in team sports like football and cricket. Also, parents should motivate the students to involve actively in various events like youth parliament, skits, debate sessions, and

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After the exams, every student wants to be free from study-related stress for a while. What other option can be better than binge watching their favorite movies at home. They can go to the grocery and collect some snacks to munch on while watching the film.

Moreover, the selection of films also plays a major role in stress relief.

Students should select mild,

Avoiding Comparison with Others

Exams are an essential part of a student’s life. Although students have to deal with stress and a hectic schedule, they have to appear for exams for their academic and career growth. Following the aforementioned techniques can help students to overcome stress for better outcomes. T R

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NMAMIT

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Pursuing Excellence, Empowering People, and Enabling Community Development

The institute aims to generate competent, skilled, and humane manpower equipped with credibility, integrity, ethics, and social concern.

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itte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (NMAMIT) is an autonomous engineering college situated in Nitte, Karnataka.

Established in 1986, the institute offers courses in computer science and engineering, bio-technology, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, information science and engineering, electronics and communication engineering, and electrical and electronics engineering.

The college is run by the Nitte Education Trust, under the Presidentship of N Vinaya Hegde. He aims to connect and transform the potential of individuals across the diverse spectrum.

Impressive Infrastructure The college offers an ideal

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environment where students can explore, learn, and thrive in educational endeavors. Spread across an area of 11 lakhs sq. ft., it houses classrooms, laboratories, research centers, and other academic amenities in seven different buildings. NMAMIT is equipped with over 100 classrooms, 9 tutorial rooms, 66 laboratories, 2 workshops, 1 open air auditorium, 5 AC Auditoriums/seminar halls, 300 staff cabins, 1500 computers, and other basic facilities for the day-to-day activities.

Upholding Excellence in Education NMAMIT offers a plethora of undergraduate (B.E.) programs in Bio-Technology, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication

Engineering, Information Science and Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

Also it offers postgraduate specialization (M. Tech.) programs in Computer Networking, Computer Science and Engineering, Construction Technology, Digital Electronics & Communication, Energy Systems, Industrial biotechnology, Machine Design, Power Electronics, Software Engineering, Structural Engineering, and VLSI Design & Embedded Systems. Additionally, it offers a 3 years MCA course and a 2 years MBA course in the campus.

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Electrical & Electronics, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Business Administration.

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering employs well qualified teaching faculty with rich research, teaching, and industrial experience. The department regularly conducts audit courses and special courses on advanced topics to bridge the gap between the curriculum and the need of the industry.

Additionally, it also offers M. Tech programs in Computer Science & Engineering and in Software Engineering (Autonomous under VTU) from the academic year 2003-04 and 2015-16, respectively.

Winning Laurels The college has received numerous awards and recognitions for its unwavering dedication towards providing outstanding educational facilities to the students. NMAMIT is · The Top 19 th Best Technology School

by DQ-CMR T School Survey 2018 · The Top 82 nd Institute by EW India Higher Education Rankings 2018 · The Top 95 th Technological Institute

by The Week Magazine survey · Ranked under 101-150 rank band in India Rankings (NIRF) 2018 · Secured Platinum Grade in AICTECII Survey during 2018 The institute has been participating in the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST) Student Project Programme (SPP) since 1990 and is a 4 time recipient of the “Best Performing Engineering College in Karnataka”.

NMAMIT has also won SRISTI National Award- 2015 and Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) award2015 for an innovative final year project of a student.

Prominent Alumni The college has produced numerous graduates over the years, who have T H E

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established themselves in the industry and have achieved success in various endeavors. Some of the accomplished alumni of the institute include Rohit Bhat- Managing Director of Robosoft Technologies Private Limited; Rajesh Chowta- President, Rajalaxmi Education Trust, Mangalore; Joel Santhosh- Senior R&D Engineer, Pre-Cast and Architectural Concrete Industries, Dubai; Imad Fareed- Project Manager at BFG International, Bahrain; and many more.

Noteworthy Collaborations The college has associated with many institutions for academic research and excellence. It is recognized as an educational leader under, TEQIP, a World Bank Project through MHRD. NMAMIT has also developed active MOUs for research with Penn State University USA, Mekerere University Uganda, Erasmus University Netherlands, Ritsumeikan University Japan, and National University of Singapore. It is also recognized as a nodal center for distance learning programs for the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), ISRO, Dehradun.

Sculpting Careers The college’s Department of Counseling, Student Welfare, Training & Placement aims at transforming students into a cheerful, healthy, articulate, and universal citizens who are eminently employable.

They have conducted successful campus recruitment drives, during which many students were recruited by renowned companies. During the year 2017-18, 70 companies have offered a total of 660 selections and 12 internships. The department has excellent placement track record in reputed industries with an average of 80–85% placement of eligible students over the years. Over 150 companies assist them by providing an industrial exposure/internship to the students. A sizeable number of the students pursue higher studies and prepare for it while on the campus. T R

The Prolific Leader The person responsible for the success of NMAMIT is Shri. N Vinaya Hegde, the Chancellor of Nitte Deemed University. He is the President of Nitte Education Trust and Chairman of Lamina Group of Companies. Vinaya has been working towards the development of the institute since the very first day. Being the backbone of the institute, he manages overall activity of the campus. He coordinates with Principal and Registrar of the campus for smooth running of the administrative work, and has given them internal autonomy for taking right decisions. Vinaya is the recipient of several laurels including Udyoga Pathra Award from Institute of Trade and Industrial Development, New Delhi (1980); Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry Award (1999); Outstanding Manager of D.K. & Udupi districts Award (1999), and so on.

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Outcomes

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Establishing Classroom Expectations

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t becomes challenging for teachers to deal with an assembly of 20-30 children in a classroom for six hours a day. They are responsible for maintaining order and decorum in the classroom. Otherwise, it will have a negative impact on the learning outcomes of students and increase the stress levels of teachers.

Teachers can take charge of the class up front by setting clear expectations.

Research states that clearly defined parameters for classroom behaviors affect discipline. If teachers communicate with the students and set certain classroom expectations, it will help students to mature and develop better social skills. They will learn more and it will create a friendly, safe, and learning environment for everyone in the classroom.

Setting Student Expectations Teachers can set classroom expectations and promote collaborative learning goals.

This puts students at the center of learning process. Setting clear classroom expectations will motivate students to take personal responsibility to improve their learning and behavior. As a result, they will focus towards achieving classroom goals throughout the year. Teachers should make sure that expectations are developed right from the beginning of the session. If they are inconsistently reinforced or developed at the middle of the session, it will confuse the students.

Understanding the Scenario Teachers should comprehend the classroom scenario based on behavior and learning expectations. By behavior expectations, we mean the rules of etiquette that helps in smooth running of the class. Classroom behavior expectations can help students to concentrate and makes the teaching process easier. As per research, classrooms in which educators have set clear behavior expectations show fewer disruptions than the classrooms in which teachers have not set any expectations.

But, simply announcing ‘class rules’ is not sufficient to ensure improvement in behavior. Teachers should interact with the students and teach them about ideal

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comes back, then only they collect the bathroom pass and proceed. In case of middle school, if a student has completed his classwork, he is expected to sit quietly and read a book before the class moves on to the next activity. Similarly, high school students turn off their cell phones and put them in the bag as soon as they enter the classroom.

classroom behavior. They should ask students questions like “What do you think should be allowed in the classroom and what shouldn’t, and why?”. They can also conduct debate sessions on topics of good classroom behaviors and so on. Teachers can assist students in deciding what should be done in classrooms and what not.

This will motivate the students as they will feel that they helped in creating expectations.

Learning expectations are also equally important to enhance a student’s personality. Teachers explain to the students what they are supposed to learn at the beginning of the year. As a result, students can anticipate their learning needs and can decide how they are progressing with time. This also creates excitement among the students about what is coming later in the school year.

Expectations vary with Age Group For each age group, classroom expectations are different. For example, in elementary school, students wait for their turn to go to the washroom. When another student T H E

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Setting Parent Expectations For better outcomes, teachers should provide certain guidelines to parents as well. Parents are expected to maintain acceptable behavior with the teachers.

They should be aware of their limit of involvement in their ward’s studies.

Not doing so, may eventually lead to parent-teacher conflicts. Many parents aren’t much experienced about relinquishing authority over their children. Learning about parental behavior parameters will help them to assess their new role as their child is now studying in school. For example, teachers should give prior information to parents when the report cards will come out and when they will be sent home. This will stop the parents from constantly asking the teachers about the status of report cards.

Sometimes we can see that parents are less involved with their ward’s education. This may lead to the student’s poor performance in studies.

A parent’s involvement is crucial for a child’s educational development. If teachers set expectations for the parents, then they will up their game and participate fully to ensure that their ward works hard and comes out with flying colors in curricular and extracurricular activities. Research has found that students, whose parents actively participate in their academics, are likely to excel in studies, develop

healthy social skills, and attend classes regularly. If teachers outline what is expected of the parents, then it will bridge the communication gap between parents and teachers.

Leading by Example Sometimes students may not perform as expected. They may come with disappointing results. In such cases teachers should not treat them harshly.

They can rather devise a plan and offer the students remedial support so that they can improve their performance and rectify their flaws. Treating the students with utmost care and offering them the extra help can bear good results. Punishing students will not solve the problem. Teachers should understand their issues by going to the root of the matter and provide them with an appropriate solution. Students should also be taught what acceptable behaviors look like by visualizing and modeling them in the classroom.

Working as a Team Classroom expectations and goals cannot be achieved by simply telling students what to do or by forcing anything on them. It all comes down to teachers and students working together and establishing the best way to succeed. If teachers set behavior and learning goals at the beginning of the year, students will be of the impression that teachers have high expectations of achievement from them. They feel that teachers have full faith on the capabilities of every student. This will not only improve the student’s classroom performance, but also boost their confidence and enhance their personality. This will also play a very important role in career development of the students. T R

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Shobhit University

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Promoting Learning in Indian Tradition with an International Outlook

The University aims to be internationally recognized as an institute with a global perspective that educates leaders who will create a more humane and just world.

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hobhit University is located in Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It is a deemed university as per notification no. F-937/2004-U. 3(A) dated November 8, 2006 under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956. It believes in imparting quality education through vertical and horizontal integration.

Focus on Students’ Development The university lays emphasis on both academic and non-academic aspects of education. To uphold social integration, academic confidence, student involvement, and motivation, they have adopted a five point innovative teaching-learning approach.

This approach accentuates on expectation, advice, support,

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involvement, and learning. Following are the key facets of the approach: • Expect students to succeed • Provide students with clear and consistent information about institutional requirements and give students effective advising about programs of study and career goals • Provide academic, social, and personal support • Involve students as valued members of the university • Foster learning The university ensures active participation of students in academic and research activities. To challenge students academically, they make sure

that proper quantity of assigned readings and papers are included in the curriculum, and significant time is provided to complete the coursework.

They encourage students to participate in presentations, discussions in and outside the class, team and communitybased projects, and so on.

Shobhit University provides opportunity for student–teacher interaction. This allows the students to have discussions with the teachers about career plans, receive prompt feedback on performance, work with faculty on activities other than coursework, and much more. Students also get the opportunity to perform co-curricular activities, use electronic media to complete assignments, APRIL 2019

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workshops, internships, community services, foreign languages, or study abroad.

Promoting Computer Science The Department of Computer Science takes various initiatives to create awareness about the subject. They widely promote any new program/seminars/talks by the domain experts in press and social media platforms. This helps students to remain updated and interested in their particular subject. The department has recently announced a short term program on “Internet of Things” which has attracted students from multiple disciplines.

Achieving Laurels The university has made rapid strides throughout their journey of imparting dedicated educational facilities. Year after year, they have been bestowed with many prestigious honors. Some of them include: · Ranked 19th in India’s Top Technical University in India Today University Rankings · Ranked amongst Top 150 Private Engineering Colleges of India and amongst Top 20 Private Engineering Colleges of North India by The Week- Hansa Research Survey, 2018 – India’s Best (Published in The Week Magazine, June 2018) · Best University for Promoting Industry Academia Interface - by the Associated Chambers of Commerce of India (ASSOCHAM) India Eminent Alumni The Department of Computer Science has produced some of the finest alumni over the last two decades. They have established themselves in the industry and are making the university proud by their innovative endeavors. Some of the prominent alumni of the department include Ruchit Garg, MCA 2002 batch, T H E

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Founder and CEO of Harvesting & Co. Chandranshu Vashist of B. Tech 2011-15 batch is serving as an Officer in the Indian Navy. Another accomplished alumnus is AK Vatsa of M. Tech 2007-09 batch. He is working as Assistant Professor with West Texas A&M University, USA. Rahul Mittal MCA 2012-15, is working with TCS at USA. Remarkable Collaborations Shobhit University has developed alliances with renowned international universities across the world to provide students the best possible academic and career exposure. Some of the notable collaborations have been mentioned as under: o Ternopil State Iran Pul’uj Technical University-Ukraine o University of Westminster, London o Deakin University o ECO Solutions, Germany: Technology for Waste Water Management o Association of International Accountants (AIA) (UK) Career Opportunities and Exposures The university ensures career development of the students by employing various initiatives. The University Training & Development Centre offers students training opportunities with various corporate organizations. They invite experts from academics, industry, social sector, and government for close interaction with the students. Seminars, workshop, and symposiums are arranged to keep the faculty and students abreast of the latest developments in the relevant area through discussions with the outside experts.

Shobhit University also conducts industrial tours for the students and offers them guidance and assistance for getting employment in industry and institutions of their choice. T R

The Ardent Leader

Prof. Amar Prakash Garg, the Vice Chancellor has teaching and research experience of 42 years in microbiology and biotechnology. Prof.

Amar has received various national and international level awards for his contributions to the academic community.

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Harbingers of Revolutionary Transformations in Education

oday, technological advancements have opened doors for numerous possibilities. Most of us may have watched science fiction movies where people achieve unbelievable feats thanks to the modern technology.

These dreams have transformed into realities as we have witnessed the advent of self-driving cars, voice-controlled equipment, and even hover boards. Such developments always make us wonder what technological miracle we can expect next.

One of the most landmark technological innovations is development in the field of robotics. There is hardly any sector, which has remained untouched by robotics.

Although, we may not own personalized robots to carry out our day-to-day activities, but various industries including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and so on, are embracing robotics for revolutionary outcomes.

Robotics upgrading Education Robots have made a major impact on the education system.

They have gradually made their way into classrooms and are inducing creativity in teaching–learning procedures. The introduction of robotics in education has made it very interesting and engaging, while exploring traditional boundaries and making classroom learning a worthwhile experience.

Educational institutions are incorporating robotics for the overall development of the students in the below mentioned ways: Used as Proxies for sick Students Many students who are suffering from serious terminal diseases like cancer cannot go to school every day because of which, they have to miss out on classes. There are many robots, which can help such students to attend class from afar, as they can be remotely controlled. As a result,

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students can be a part of classroom sessions, while staying at home. These robots serve as eyes and ears of the students in the classroom, and also help students to interact with the teachers and other students.

Assisting Students with Autism Students with autism often have difficulty in understanding facial expressions and non-verbal cues. They find it difficult and intimidating to communicate with others. Robots can ease things up for such students, as they do not possess all the non-verbal cues and expressions that divert students’ attention from the class.

Many robots have been successfully assisting children with autism to learn social cues and different educational lessons. They have helped younger children in identifying different types of animals depicted in lessons, and have assisted slightly older kids to develop basic reading skills.

A Supportive Tool for Teachers Robots have emerged as efficient advancement that can assist teachers in demonstrating an experiment or a scientific process in the classroom. Distance learning has also received a major facelift thanks to the intervention of robots. Telescopic robots help teachers conduct a class anywhere, which expands the possibilities for distance learning. It is different from regular webcam-streamed sessions. Here, teachers conduct classes from a distant location, which is streamed into a tablet; robots then take around the tablets to the students. This can be beneficial for students residing in far flung areas.

Robots are Affordable for the Average Teacher It might not be easy for every teacher or student to take advantage of the above mentioned robot models. Any latest technology at its initial stage might be difficult to adopt or understand, and might be economically unfeasible. But,

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with time, people get accustomed to it also becomes affordable for all. The same goes in case of robots. With time, teachers may get accustomed to them and can increasingly incorporate them to enhance the education process. Hence, we can expect to see wide usage of these robots in the future.

Teachers presently have a few options of affordably utilizing robots in the classroom. They can use LEGO bricks, which will give students a hands-on experience of building robots themselves by using affordable tools. Additionally, Edison offers an affordable LEGO-compatible bot which the students can use to further enhance their robot-building experience. At Harvard, researchers have invented a robot worth $10, which teaches students programming. Students have to develop codes to command the robot to perform different activities. Also, there is a Pi-Bot which allows students to assemble and program their own robot. Worth, $99, this robot can assist students ranging from middle school and beyond. The company also offers tutorial videos, which elaborately explain each step to the students.

Robots: Shaping the Future of Education The education industry has undergone groundbreaking transformations during the past decade and we can expect even more advancements in the days to come. With innovative technologies trickling into classrooms, the teaching–learning procedure has become more innovative and entertaining, opening doors for endless possibilities. We can also expect distance learning to rise as a prominent medium of instruction. As most of life’s activities have received a major boost thanks to technological innovations, similarly, education has also upgraded with the advent of robotics.

Robots have emerged as a boon for the education system. They are playing an important role in demonstrating important experiments and concepts in the classroom. Additionally, they are assisting in making classroom sessions interesting and educative. Robotics has endless applications in education and it can work wonders if implemented in the right way, and can open the doorway to an educational revolution. T R

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ri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science (SRCAS) (formerly SNR Sons College) is a 32-year-old prominent institution in Coimbatore. Instituted in the heart of the city, the college is spread across 16.28 acres of land. The institution comes under the renowned S.N.R Sons Charitable Trust, Coimbatore. Since its inception, the college has maintained its uniqueness in introducing new courses, concepts, and innovative practices in the field of higher education. It was SNR Sons College which first introduced electronics and CS & HM in undergraduate programs in 1990s. In 2017 again, SRCAS was the first institute to introduce twinning programs in the streams of arts and science with Asia Pacific University, Malaysia.

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Ensuring Academic Development of the Students The college has taken various steps to make sure that the students excel in their curriculum. Some of the various initiatives carried out by SRCAS include: · ICT Tools: From the academic year 2018-19, along with the ICT tools, the platforms like Kahoot and Hot Potatoes were introduced to make the class interesting and effective · Through the Innovation Centre, three start up projects have been introduced · Study abroad program with Asia Pacific University, Malaysia for computer science and commerce students has been implemented

successfully · Incentives for the research and consultancy projects have been introduced · MoU with Sunway University, Malaysia, and Amiti University, Singapore to introduce study abroad program Noteworthy Achievements SRCAS has made numerous accomplishments throughout its glorious journey. It was granted the status of autonomous in 2004 by UGC. It received NAAC ’A-Grade’ reaccreditation in the 3rd cycle. CIAC has extended its International Accreditation to the college with 3.5/4.0 until 2019. The institute has achieved 100% admissions in the APRIL 2019

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The institute’s dedication and excellence have driven it to receive numerous awards in its glorious journey. Some the major accomplishments of SRCAS include: ·

69th place in NIRF ranking 2017 and 150-200 bands in 2018 by MHRD, Govt of India Ranked in India’s Top 20 Promising B-schools 2018 by The Academic Insights Magazine India Today Ranking – 1st in Coimbatore o Arts – 64th Place o Science – 47th Place o Commerce – 69th Place AA Ranking NPTEL, Dec 2018 Unnat Bharat Abhiyan National rankings 2018 – 68th Place Award of Excellence from The Hindu for introducing outstanding innovation in blended learning programs in July 2018

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Accomplishments of Alumni The institution has produced many graduates who have made their mark in various walks of life. The Alumni Association has been strengthened with 1700 + successful alumni in the year and in the department level, alumni meetings were conducted for students of 1993, 2014, and 2018 batches. Graduates of SRCAS are serving various reputed multinational companies in and around the world. The alumni provide network strengths and enable continuous industry academic interface. They also conduct various activities like student counseling and self-assessment workshops.

Career Development Initiatives Along with exceptional educational facilities, SRCAS provides students the scope for excellent career development.

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They conduct various events to ensure that the students are able to make it big in the career front. The students of the School of Computing studied a course on “Intelligent Systems for Digital Age” in Asia Pacific University, Malaysia from 4th October to 16th October 2019. In August 2018, under Skill Development Program, Robotic Process Automation was offered. The faculty members completed the training of RPA “Hello Bot: Introduction to RPA” & “Break the ICE: An Introduction to Creating your First Bot”. The school conducted two international lecture series on 11th July and 14th September, 2018. The department conducted six industry interaction sessions. 91 % of the students completed Python Training, Rin Career Ready Academy Course Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, and Texas Instrumentation.

To promote a healthy psychological atmosphere, the college has constituted a counseling cell that consists of professionals and faculty members. The Entrepreneur Development Cell provides the opportunity to transform students’ ideas into reality by providing an adequate platform. Additionally, the Training Internship and Placement (TIP) cell trains the students for resume building, mock interview sessions, GD preparation, and aptitude training to prepare for the final placement.

Towards the Future Marching forward, the institute aims at industry integration courses to maintain industry institute relationships. It will continue to deliver the high quality education and is keen to adopt industry trends and applications. The school of computing has planned to sign MoUs with abroad university for student exchange programs.T R

The Erudite Leader Dr. K. Karunakaran is the Principal and Secretary of the institution. He holds a doctoral degree in chemistry, and leveraging 28 years of experience in the field of higher education, Dr. Karunakaran has attained the position of an administrator. He is also the President of colleges which are affiliated to Bharathiar University Principals’ Association. Under his guidance, the college has procured numerous laurels.

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