India’s 10 Best Institutions for Computer Science Studies 2019

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n today's world, every individual has to
Idevelop 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.
Industry leaders depend on educational
institutions to provide them with seasoned
graduates. These institutions compete head-to-
head 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
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omputer science, as a ﬁeld of education, is making rapid strides in India. It has created
Cthe 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!
The Prominent Institutes of
Computer Science in India
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Techno India
UniversityImparting Knowledge Driven
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 world-
class
standards”

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

“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
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
“We aim to impart
knowledge driven
education of the
highest quality”

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.
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
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.
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.
Prof. Goutam Roychowdhury
Chancellor
The Visionary Chancellor
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VAAGDEVI
The college aims to provide a healthy educational
environment for students and staff to cater to the
needs of the society.
Vaagdevi College of Engineering was established in 1998
by the “ ”. The collegeViswambhara Educational Society
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.
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
English language lab with 60 systems and a total of 300
systems, which are available for students in the computer
labs.
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.
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
Preparing Students to Meet the Challenges
of the Modern Industry and Society
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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
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.
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.
Institute at a Glance
Dr. Ch. Devendar Reddy
Secretary and Correspondent
Dr. K. Prakash
Principal
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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
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:
Short-Term Goals:
• To start new M.Tech. Programs in
specialized fields in CSE, ECE,
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.
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Backed 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
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, extra-
curricular, 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
ASM’s Institute of
Management and
Computer Studies
Providing Quality Education by Following Top-Notch Standards and Methodologies
The institute aims
to be a world class
center of learning
that excels in
management &
information
technology
education,
research, training,
and consultancy
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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.
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.
A visionary
academician and
entrepreneur,
Dr. Sandeep
Pachpande is the
Chairman of ASM
Group of Institutes.
He brings a multi-
faceted 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.
About the
Chairman
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Digital Citizenshipoday’s modern world is virtually connected where all of us can stay in touch no matter how long the distance is.
TPeople 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.
Tech Edge
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MIT 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
cultural heritage, which contributes to
developing noble citizens to serve
society.
Top-Notch Infrastructural Facilities
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
library, well-equipped computer labs
with internet center, and so on are
provided to the students.
Pursuing Academic Excellence
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 Providing continuous mentorship to
the students, where students can
interact with the mentor and discuss
their problems. This strategy is
MIT Arts, Commerce
and Science College
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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extremely helpful in resolving many
issues like problems at home, low
parental support, and low confidence.
Ÿ 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.
Ÿ Conducting remedial classes for slow
learners to align them with the rest of
the students of the class.
Ÿ Conducting bridge courses to connect
the gap between acquired knowledge
and prerequisite knowledge for the
course and to overcome technical
difficulties.
Ÿ Providing soft skills training for the
students’ development.
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.
The college has signed MOUs with many
institutions to ensure academic and career
enhancement of the students. These
institutions include:
Ÿ College of Computer Accountants-
Add 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 Uddeshiya-
Conducted computer training and
awareness program.
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.
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.
The Responsive
Principal
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I M P O R T A N C E
OF SELECTINGTHE RIGHT
GRADUATE
PROGRAM
Applying 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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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.
AbouttheAuthor
Educator's Insights
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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.
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xam time brings along
Estressful 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.
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.
Participate in Social Activities
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.
Take Part in Group Events
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
so on. Carrying out such activities will
help in building the students’
confidence and contribute in their
personality development.
Nurturing the Creative Side
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.
Binge watch Favorite Shows and
Films
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,
motivational, and funny films, which
have a light tone of their own.
Avoiding Comparison with Others
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.
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.
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Editor’s Pick

Nitte 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
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.
NMAMIT offers research programs in
various disciplines like Biotechnology,
Civil, Computer Science, Mechanical,
Electronics & Communication,
NMAMITPursuing 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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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
th
· The Top 19 Best Technology School
by DQ-CMR T School Survey 2018
nd
· The Top 82 Institute by EW India
Higher Education Rankings 2018
th
· The Top 95 Technological Institute
by The Week Magazine survey
· Ranked under 101-150 rank band in
India Rankings (NIRF) 2018
· Secured Platinum Grade in AICTE-
CII 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) award-
2015 for an innovative final year project
of a student.
Prominent Alumni
The college has produced numerous
graduates over the years, who have
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.
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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EstablishingClassroomExpectations
isImportant
forbetter
Outcomes
It 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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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.
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
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.
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 extra-
curricular activities. Research has
found that students, whose parents
actively participate in their academics,
are likely to excel in studies, develop
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hobhit University is located in
Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar
Pradesh. It is a deemed
university as per notification no. F-9-
37/2004-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,
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 community-
based 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,
Shobhit
University
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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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:
th
· Ranked 19 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,
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.
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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RobotsRobotsRobotsHarbingers of Revolutionary Transformations in Education
Today, 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,
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.
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S
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.
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’ re-
accreditation 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
Sri Ramakrishna
College of Arts
and Science
Producing Intellectually Inspired and Morally Upright Youth
The college
aims to explore,
experiment,
and excel in the
eld of higher
education
globally
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undergraduate programs.
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
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.
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.
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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