Chandigarh: About 14 government and private colleges in Chandigarh will adopt technically advanced methods of education, with the introduction of new educational tools like digital libraries, audio-visual presentations and films. It is a step towards taking the conventional process of learning beyond the textbook experience. In addition to the introduction of latest technology, the `Vision 2010 document' of the higher education department, is circulated among colleges, focuses on promoting learning through exposure to real-life situations.
Mr Ajoy Sharma, Chandigarh's Director of Higher Education, has said that the aim is to widen the awareness canvas and expose students to real-life situations. He also added that ‘Vision 2010’ document rolls out a road map for bringing various reforms in the college education. The prime focus is on overall development of students. Student societies will be formed for promotion of environment awareness, preservation of heritage, community hygiene and sanitation, drug de-addiction, AIDS awareness, public health and gender equality in college campuses.
The document talks about improving infrastructure, proposes industry-community-based interaction, skill development and use of audio-visual aids, movies and documentaries for teaching in smart classrooms equipped with master CDs of eminent scholars. Mr Sharma also mentioned that the committee will procure master CDs of eminent scholars in various disciplines. Also, a digital library will be created in each department of the college. Apart from this, an effective feedback mechanism will also be developed.
