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The Hindu
05-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
T.N. trains college teachers to set question papers testing students' analytical, problem-solving skills
Numbers, often, do not reflect the reality. Masked behind Tamil Nadu's high gross enrolment ratio (GER) of 52% in higher education are serious deficiencies in curriculum transaction and assessment, as highlighted by a State Planning Commission's evaluation of university question papers that was released in December 2023. The report was an indictment of the rot that had set in in Tamil Nadu's higher education realm. Question papers for semester-end exams for Engineering and Arts and Science subjects barely challenged the students to use analytical or problem-solving methods; rather, they had questions that involved mere recall of concepts, which promoted rote learning. These deficiencies in pedagogical methods directly affected learning outcomes that are reflected by placement performance of institutions. So, how did the State respond? After twiddling its fingers for about a year, the government launched a training programme in December 2024 for the faculty of all State universities and government colleges. The revised Bloom's Taxonomy, a framework to classify learning outcomes based on six cognitive levels — namely remember, understand, apply, analyse, evaluate, and create — forms the core of the training programme. While the first two levels largely pertain to recall of the concepts, the next four levels require higher order thinking and problem solving skills. Improving quality of education 'In these training programmes, which are conducted in workshop mode, the teachers are being taught to write the course outcomes to align with the larger programme outcomes,' said M.P. Vijayakumar, Vice Chairman, Tamil Nadu State Council for Higher Education (TANSCHE), the agency with the mandate to improve the quality of higher education in the State. 'We want to build their capacity to frame analytical and problem-solving questions for evaluating students.' This change, he cautions, needs to be brought in gradually so as not to inconvenience learning. Giving an example, Mr. Vijayakumar said that for science subjects, investigation, which is a K4-level attribute in revised Bloom's Taxonomy, can happen essentially in a laboratory, but focus on laboratory curriculum has been lagging. So far, nearly 2,000 faculty members have been trained in about 20 sessions, but extending the programme to cover all 50,000 faculty members across the State appears a tall order. The Council has already trained 180 master trainers who would then train other faculty members. 'We would like to cover as much ground as possible within this academic year,' Mr. Vijayakumar added. Registrars and controllers of examination of all State universities have undergone this training. At the day-long workshops, the faculty members are given a rundown on Learning Outcome-based Curriculum Framework (LOCF) formulated by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Outcome-Based Education (OBE) adopted by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). They are then required to write their course outcomes to reflect the final programme outcomes. This is followed by a group discussion and feedback on the outcomes. As a follow-up to this, the Council plans to audit all question papers of State universities and autonomous colleges on the percentage of questions based on higher order thinking skills once the new form of evaluation is rolled out. It would take a while, years perhaps, to notice any tangible result, but these initial steps need to be taken and pursued doggedly.
Mint
26-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
TMU launches online degree and learning programmes
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, has entered the digital education space with the launch of TMU Online, offering flexible, affordable, and career-focused programmes. Designed to meet the needs of working professionals and ambitious learners across India, TMU aims to help individuals upskill, change careers, or step into leadership roles. By introducing TMU Online, the university aims to deliver quality education to learners who want to grow in their careers without leaving their jobs or disrupting their personal lives. TMU Online currently offers an MBA with specialisations in International Business, Finance, Human Resource Management, and Marketing, with an industry-aligned curriculum approved by UGC. It intends to introduce more online programmes in emerging and high-demand domains soon. 'With the launch of TMU Online, our goal is to redefine how learning fits into modern life,' said Akshat Jain, TMU's Executive Director, and an alumnus of Harvard's Graduate School of Education. 'Our programmes are designed to offer future-focused education by bringing together expert faculty, an easy-to-use digital platform, and practical knowledge so learners can build their careers without stepping away from their current path.' From an academic standpoint, TMU has received significant recognition. The university is accredited with NAAC A-grade and was ranked 19th Top Private University in India by the Times B-School Survey 2024. In the IIRF 2025 Rankings, TMU secured the 4th position in Uttar Pradesh and 42nd nationally, making it a notable name in the education landscape. It has also earned a place in the Titanium Band of the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) Rankings 2025, highlighting the quality of education it provides. Besides its online programmes, TMU offers more than 150 UGC-approved offline programmes across diverse fields such as Medicine, Dental, Paramedical Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Management, Law, Education, Physiotherapy, Engineering, Computer Science & IT, Agriculture, Physical Education, and Fine Arts. Spread over a 130-acre campus along the Delhi-Moradabad NH-9, the university features modern labs, digital classrooms, innovation hubs, central libraries, and fully facilitated residential hostels. The university always keeps up with the changing educational landscape. With the growing demand for AI and tech-driven roles, TMU's specialised programmes in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Cybersecurity, and Application Development are also drawing strong interest from students aspiring to build future-ready careers. As per the latest placement data, over 3,000 students have been placed across various sectors, with the highest package reaching ₹ 63 LPA. Notably, 267 students received offers between ₹ 24 LPA and ₹ 63 LPA. Top recruiters such as Deloitte, Wipro, Capgemini, TCS, ICICI, Accenture, Apollo Hospitals, and Datopic Technologies participated in TMU's placement drives, showcasing its strong industry connections and focus on employability. As India moves forward in the digital learning era, TMU Online aims to be a reliable platform for learners seeking flexibility, accessibility, and affordability that complements their career goals. Note to the Reader: This article is part of Mint's promotional consumer connect initiative and is independently created by the brand. Mint assumes no editorial responsibility for the content.
Hindustan Times
26-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
TMU launches online degree and learning programmes
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, has entered the digital education space with the launch of TMU Online, offering flexible, affordable, and career-focused programmes. Designed to meet the needs of working professionals and ambitious learners across India, TMU aims to help individuals upskill, change careers, or step into leadership roles. As per the latest placement data, over 3,000 students have been placed across various sectors, with the highest package reaching ₹ 63 LPA. By introducing TMU Online, the university aims to deliver quality education to learners who want to grow in their careers without leaving their jobs or disrupting their personal lives. TMU Online currently offers an MBA with specialisations in International Business, Finance, Human Resource Management, and Marketing, with an industry-aligned curriculum approved by UGC. It intends to introduce more online programmes in emerging and high-demand domains soon. 'With the launch of TMU Online, our goal is to redefine how learning fits into modern life,' said Akshat Jain, TMU's Executive Director, and an alumnus of Harvard's Graduate School of Education. 'Our programmes are designed to offer future-focused education by bringing together expert faculty, an easy-to-use digital platform, and practical knowledge so learners can build their careers without stepping away from their current path.' From an academic standpoint, TMU has received significant recognition. The university is accredited with NAAC A-grade and was ranked 19th Top Private University in India by the Times B-School Survey 2024. In the IIRF 2025 Rankings, TMU secured the 4th position in Uttar Pradesh and 42nd nationally, making it a notable name in the education landscape. It has also earned a place in the Titanium Band of the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) Rankings 2025, highlighting the quality of education it provides. Besides its online programmes, TMU offers more than 150 UGC-approved offline programmes across diverse fields such as Medicine, Dental, Paramedical Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Management, Law, Education, Physiotherapy, Engineering, Computer Science & IT, Agriculture, Physical Education, and Fine Arts. Spread over a 130-acre campus along the Delhi-Moradabad NH-9, the university features modern labs, digital classrooms, innovation hubs, central libraries, and fully facilitated residential hostels. The university always keeps up with the changing educational landscape. With the growing demand for AI and tech-driven roles, TMU's specialised programmes in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Cybersecurity, and Application Development are also drawing strong interest from students aspiring to build future-ready careers. As per the latest placement data, over 3,000 students have been placed across various sectors, with the highest package reaching ₹ 63 LPA. Notably, 267 students received offers between ₹ 24 LPA and ₹ 63 LPA. Top recruiters such as Deloitte, Wipro, Capgemini, TCS, ICICI, Accenture, Apollo Hospitals, and Datopic Technologies participated in TMU's placement drives, showcasing its strong industry connections and focus on employability. As India moves forward in the digital learning era, TMU Online aims to be a reliable platform for learners seeking flexibility, accessibility, and affordability that complements their career goals. Note to the Reader: This article is part of Hindustan Times's promotional consumer connect initiative and is independently created by the brand. Hindustan Times assumes no editorial responsibility for the content.
The Hindu
26-04-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Higher education council holds training for government college faculty
The Tamil Nadu State Council for Higher Education (TANSCHE) in collaboration with the Directorate of Collegiate Education, organised the third phase of its Outcome-Based Education (OBE) training programme for faculty members of government arts and science colleges in the Tiruchi region on the Khajamalai campus of Bharathidasan University on Saturday. According to an official release, the programme was inaugurated by District Collector M. Pradeep Kumar. M.P. Vijayakumar, vice-chairperson, TANSCHE, and P. Ponmuthuramalingam, Regional Joint Director of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, were present. Kanmani Buddhi, professor, BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru, in her keynote address, shared insights into designing curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices that align with learning outcomes. Around 110 faculty members from various government colleges in the Tiruchi region participated in the training programme. OBE is a learner-focused approach that emphasises the achievement of specific, measurable outcomes by the end of a course or programme. It promotes active learning, critical thinking, and real-world preparedness among students, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement through regular evaluation and feedback, said the release.
