Professor M. S. Rao’s Vision 2030: One Million Global Leaders

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Wednesday, 26 June 2024

Professor M. S. Rao’s Vision 2030: One Million Global Leaders : One Day as an Invigilator—The Father of “Soft Lead...

Professor M. S. Rao’s Vision 2030: One Million Global Leaders : One Day as an Invigilator—The Father of “Soft Lead...: As I come from a non-academic work experience I found working as an invigilator a day quite interesting and also embarrassing. Embarrass...

One Day as an Invigilator—The Father of “Soft Leadership” & International Leadership Guru

As I come from a non-academic work experience I found working as an invigilator a day quite interesting and also embarrassing. Embarrassing in the sense, that I do not know the procedure to be adopted for working as an invigilator for B.Tech students of JNTU, Hyderabad. Suddenly I found a lot of confusion. Fortunately I was provided with an assistant staff to get tuned in with the invigilation procedure.

I found the identity of each student by checking personally and then allowed them inside the exam. hall. All students are to be seated by 9.45 am and the question papers will be handed in by 9.55 and the exam. should start by on dot 10.00 am.

There are four sets of different questions on the same subject to minimize copying. I supplied the sets serially from the first person to the last i.e.24 persons (24 persons are allowed in each room. And if more than 24 persons are there then an additional invigilator would be deployed in the room).

Then I individually checked the hall ticket numbers of all the students along with the answer sheet of the each students along with the answer sheet of each student and verified thoroughly, whether it was properly written or not and signed on the main answer booklet.

If we find that one student is absent, we have to refund the same answer sheet along with the question paper set number. Students who arrive late to the exam. will not be allowed inside the exam hall.

We have to crosscheck whether the main booklet number, question paper set number, and hall ticket number match or not. And also we have to check the faculty; regular or supplementary is also to be checked. We have to check the signature of the student and the invigilator should also sign on each answer booklet.

After 30 minutes the attendant comes to each room and takes away the answer sheets of absent students along with the question paper and seating plan. If any want takes additional

The sheet is to be written in the answer booklet along with a signature on the statement of account of additional sheet paper.

No student is allowed to go out of the exam. hall during the exam. In case of any emergency, an escort has to be provided to ensure that no malpractice takes place.

During the exam. time invigilator should move around the hall in all corners and check if anyone copies from other students. Those students who are good at a subject, keep writing by focusing on the answer sheet. But those who are not confident, look here and there for support to copy. No copying is allowed and no chitchatting is permitted during the process. No murmuring is allowed as it disturbs the genuine and bright students.

Before entering the hall, we thoroughly check the students physically for any chits, mobiles are not allowed, and shoes are to be removed and thoroughly checked. Even on the calculator covers, students may write something on them. So we ordered them to keep all covers of the calculator to be kept at the podium.

It was a great experience, memorable in my life and I thoroughly enjoyed doing the duty. In the middle of the duty, the reliever comes to take charge for some time to provide a break for us.

It is here we have to highlight the role of the observer. Md. Kaza Mohiddin was the observer who was upright above board and well-versed with rules and regulations. He kept checking all the rooms frequently and checked the students whenever he found any suspicion of malpractice. The observer belongs to some other institution and he comes here to oversee the things whether the things were okay.

Extra time should not be allotted and they will be intimated just before the completion of the exam. They can plan and prepare well by fastening the additional sheets along with the main answer booklet.

After collecting all the answer booklets, we have to check the set number, along with the answer sheet number along with additional sheets, if any. We have to see whether additional sheets are properly tied with the main booklets.

Ultimately we have to arrange all the answer sheets as per the set wise and in ascending order and then to be submitted to the exam dept.

Becoming an invigilator for B Tech students of JNTU is a great privilege and it is a matter of great pride because we have vast powers to exercise and if any student is involved in malpractice, the observer can recommend to JNTU for debarring the student.

Working as an invigilator gave me great exposure, and experience and provided the ability to read the psychology of the students taking tests and I went home with great happiness and satisfaction, Of course, I might have made a few mistakes as it was the first time but my friend and co-invigilator guided me properly.

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“Things You Don’t Know about Professor M. S. Rao” http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com/2015/10/things-you-dont-know-about-professor-m.html

Read my ‘Vision 2030 One Million Global Leaders’ URL: http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com/2014/12/professor-m-s-raos-vision-2030-one_31.html

Note: I had COVID. I had a brain hemorrhage. I was in bed for five months. My right hand is paralyzed. I am recovering. Thanks for understanding and empathy. https://youtu.be/BFJrSRLHPUk

Life is great!

Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D.

Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants, India

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Monday, 17 June 2024

One Person, One Passion, One Dream, and One Vision Can Change the Future of Education in the World—The Father of “Soft Leadership” & International Leadership Guru

“One person, one passion, one dream, and one vision can change the future of education in the world.” ―Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D., The Father of Soft Leadership

The future of education is widely discussed globally, especially in the post-coronavirus world. Many reforms are essential in education to keep pace with the changing times and technologies. In this regard, we will discuss the challenges involved in learning and the changes needed in the future of education in the world.

Education and Technology

“Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is most important.” ―Bill Gates

In conventional classroom education, learners interact physically to network and exchange their ideas. In online education, the learners cannot network, and learning may not be effective due to a lack of physical interaction among the learners and with educators. Additionally, every subject cannot be taught online, as some subjects need physical interaction with teachers and students. Some of the challenges with online education include lack of accessibility to internet resources, lack of uninterrupted power supply to students, and lethargy of some educators toward online education.

Educators must focus on adaptability, empathy, resilience, creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and complexity. They must update their teaching methods and adapt to technology. They will encounter huge challenges from students who are mentally agile with equipped technology and updated information. Students will ask more questions, compelling educators to do research regularly. Therefore, educators must be more imaginative and creative in creating course curricula and teaching pedagogy to stay ahead of times and technologies. They must be passionate about their profession and offer value to their students through extensive research.

Technology is growing exponentially, and keeping pace with technology is a major challenge for educators. Every new generation is superior to the older generation in understanding, grasping, and adapting. The older generation is less likely to change their mindset and adapt to technologies. So, educators must rise to the challenge to stay relevant and competent in the post-pandemic world to meet the rising aspirations and expectations of their students.

Toward a Universal Education

“The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character―that is the goal of true education” ―Martin Luther King

Every region and nation has its own educational policies to suit their local needs. They must have a strong foundation for global education. They must have a strong elementary education with an emphasis on technology and learning, relearning, and unlearning. There must be fun in the learning process where students enjoy learning to grow as global citizens. There must be an emphasis on education to enable the students to discover their hidden strengths and passions and excel as successful professionals and leaders. There must be an emphasis on the universal mindset, toolset, and skillset to excel as flexible and adaptable global citizens.

Conventionally the education system emphasizes local education at the core level and global education at the surface level. However, education in the future must emphasize global education at the core level and local education at the surface level to create global citizens who can encounter challenges and come out with flying colors.

The Future of Education

“Technology will never replace great teachers, but in the hands of great teachers, it’s transformational.” ―George Couros

The future of education will be digital and virtual where students don’t interact with the educators and students physically. Classrooms can be anywhere at any time and from any part of the world. Technology can bring down the costs of education. Students and educators must embrace technology to learn, relearn, and unlearn regularly. The future of education will be wisdom-driven, unlike the present which is knowledge-driven.

The future of education will be challenging for students and educators because students have access to information like teachers and the latter must prepare rigorously to stay ahead of students in accessing information, converting it into knowledge, and sharing it with the former. In fact, educators have several advantages over students, as they can share their knowledge with students with anecdotes, examples, and illustrations. However, they must be tech-savvy and equipped with digital expertise to catch up with their students. They must research continuously to update their teaching and training methodologies to impart knowledge, skills, and abilities to their students.

There will be an increased emphasis on virtual and remote learning and less on conventional classroom learning. Education will be unique with an emphasis on four areas—teachers, students, technology, and takeaways.

Teaching is Sanctum Sanctorum

Teaching has survived since the Stone Age. It must focus more on learner-centric education and less on teacher-centric education. Remember, no profession can replace teaching and no technology can replace teachers. Above all, teaching is the mother of all professions, and it continues to enjoy its sanctity as long as human civilization exists.

Emphasize Technology Without Compromising Humanity

“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” ―Mahatma Gandhi

Emphasizing technology without compromising humanity must be the sole aim of future education. Efforts must be initiated to ensure education for all global citizens to build a better world. A coordinated effort from all stakeholders including intellectuals, teachers, thought leaders, policymakers, global organizations, and nonprofits is essential to achieve education for all.

It is difficult to predict the future of education accurately, but it is possible to predict it up to some extent based on the available information, research findings, and human imagination. We can predict that there will not be any conventional classroom learning. Students sit at their homes or their comfortable places by logging on to their computers or smartphones or tablets to attend their classes. Students may not be in a position to interact with others physically. To conclude, the future of education will be exciting and promising for the learners.

“If you are planning for a year, sow rice; if you are planning for a decade, plant trees; if you are planning for a lifetime, educate people” ―Chinese Proverb

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“Things You Don’t Know about Professor M. S. Rao” http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com/2015/10/things-you-dont-know-about-professor-m.html

Read my ‘Vision 2030 One Million Global Leaders’ URL: http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com/2014/12/professor-m-s-raos-vision-2030-one_31.html

Note: I had COVID. I had a brain hemorrhage. I was in bed for five months. My right hand is paralyzed. I am recovering. Thanks for understanding and empathy. https://youtu.be/BFJrSRLHPUk

Life is great!

Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D.

Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants, India

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/M.-S.-Rao/e/B00MB63BKM

Vision 2030: https://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/professormsrao

Substack: https://professormsrao.substack.com

X: http://twitter.com/professormsrao

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/profmsr7

Meta: https://www.facebook.com/Professor-MS-Rao-451516514937414

See the Light in You: https://www.amazon.com/See-Light-You-Spiritual-Mindfulness/dp/1949003132

Thanks for reading!

Kindly share your thoughts and comments below, I’m sure someone out there will find your story useful.

This is a nonprofit blog to share Professor M.S. Rao’s passion and vision to build one million students as global leaders by 2030. Please don't cut articles from my blog and redistribute by email or post to the web. The use of this material is free provided the copyright is acknowledged and reference or link is made to the Blog http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com. This material may not be sold, published in any form, or used in the provision of business services to a third party without permission.