Mangaluru: St Agnes College launches monthly e-magazine 'AgneSwara'

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August 8, 2019

Mangaluru, Aug 8: AgneSwara, the e-magazine of St Agnes College was launched by District 1 A (USA) former district governor Dr Austin D’Souza Prabhu at the College on August 8, Thursday.

Dr Prabhu who is also the editor of Veez Konkani Illustrated Weekly International e-Magazine, spoke on how e-Magazines can be used as effective tools of communication. “Communication is very important in this era. We can use it for good or bad. It is crucial to understand how and when to communicate,” he said.

He advised the students to be disciplined in whatever they do to achieve success. While social media is an excellent medium to express oneself, it is important to learn on using the various social media platforms effectively, he advised.

College principal SrDrJeswina A.C presided over the programme. “AgneSwara is the voice of this institution. It aims to be a window of St Agnes College, giving world the glimpse of the vibrant life at the institution. E-magazine is an excellent method to document various programmes held by different departments, achievements of the faculties and students. Also, it can be shared with all stakeholders with great ease. I congratulate the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication for taking up this initiative,” she said.

The launch of the AgneSwara was done digitally by Dr Austin Prabhu. Journalism and Mass Communication HOD Sandhya welcomed the gathering and introduced the chief guest. St Agnes College administrator Sr Carmel Rita was present on the auspicious occasion. AgneSwaraconvenor and assistant professor DeekshithaPrashanth proposed the vote of thanks. Journalism student Jennifer D’Souza compered the programme.

Dr Austin Prabhu, who has a street named after him in USA was felicitated. DrPrabhu was wished as he is also celebrating his birthday.

The College remained closed on August 8, as the DC had declared holiday in the backdrop of heavy rains. AgneSwara launch was attended by the faculty of St Agnes and the hostel students.

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CBSE: Core objective of NEP will be translated into action through NCF

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August 9,2020

The core objective of the new National Education Policy (NEP), which has given freedom for amalgamation of different concepts, will be translated into action through the National Curriculum Framework, CBSE director said on Friday.

CBSE Director Biswajit Saha made the comments during an e-conclave on the new NEP organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

“The core objective of the policy will be translated into action through the National Curriculum Framework (NCF), which needs more participatory approach. The policy has given freedom for amalgamation of different concepts and multidisciplinary approach. The NCF will give a roadmap for implementation of reforms laid down in the policy,” he said.

Saha said the training required for competency-based education and learning outcomes can be achieved with progressive participation of stakeholders.

“There could be a debate about the training required for competency-based education and learning outcomes but once we have decided we want to do it, it can be achieved with progressive participation of stakeholders. It is a forward-looking policy,” the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) director said.

The NEP approved by the Union Cabinet replaces the 34-year-old National Policy on Education framed in 1986 and is aimed at paving the way for transformational reforms in school and higher education systems to make India a global knowledge superpower.

Choice between 3 or 4 year undergraduate courses, multiple entry and exit options in degree courses, adding 3.5 crore seats in higher education institutions, which will now have a single regulator, discontinuation of M.Phil programmes and fixation of fees are among the higher education reforms outlined in the new NEP.

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CFAL's Vishruth Bhat tops DK in first stage of Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan

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January 3,2020

Mangaluru, Jan 3: Vishruth Bhat, a Class VI student from CFAL is the topper in Dakshina Kannada District in the first round of the VVM examination (VI Standard category) and now advances to the ‘State Level Camp’. Proving their mettle, 12 students from CFAL have qualified for the “State Level Camp” of Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) - a national programme to educate and popularise science for classes VI – XI. A total of 129 students are selected from Karnataka to participate in the State Level Camp, out of which around 9.30% students are from CFAL. These students were selected on the basis of their performances in the first stage, an online exam. The State level camp shall include written test, observational analysis of video clips, situation problem solving and hands on activities.

The selected students are: B Vishruth Bhat, Pratham D, Chinmayee Adiga, Chirag J Sunil, Nidhi Noronha, K Sai Prathiksha, Aryan Atul Surana, Rakshith K R, Anupama Kamath, Krithi, Mavith Saldanha and Vignaraj. Among the selected students Kirti, Mavith and Vihnaraj are TLC PU College students.

About VVM:

VVM is a national program jointly organized by Vijnana Bharati, NCERT and Vigyan Prasar for educating and popularizing science among the school students of Classes VI to XI. The main objective of the program is to identify keen knowledge seekers in Science and then nurture them for higher level of science education. Students participating in VVM undergo the following multi-level testing procedures:

• Objective type question answering

• Comprehensive writing

• Presentation and Group discussion

• Role play

• Practical examination

• Methods of Science

The program also includes organising visits to reputed National Science Laboratories and Centres. To enable deserving students to have interaction with renowned scientists of the Nation. The VVM will identify Vigyan Jigyasu (Keen Knowledge Seeker of Science) at National level.

This exam is conducted in three phases. The first phase is an online exam conducted in the school itself. In the second phase (State level camp) top 20 rankers per class, per state will be identified to participate in two days State Level Camp. Eminent scholars and scientists from different fields will guide the students. Practical examination will be conducted to select top 2 students from each class to participate in the national camp. Toppers will get certificates and cash awards.

In the third phase (National camp) which is a 2-day camp, comprise presentations, scientific understanding, innovation, and creativity, out of box activities and assessment of leadership qualities. Toppers are awarded with certificates and cash awards.

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