Online Training For Teachers: IGNOU

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has started an online capacity development programme for teachers covering topics like evaluation of assignments, development of study skills and usage of new technologies for student support.

The programme is called the Academic Counselor's Training-Online (ACT-Online).

"Grounded both in theory and practice of Open Distance Learning (ODL), this programme is specifically for those who are engaged in or wish to be engaged in tutoring distance learners," a statement by the varsity on Sunday said.

After taking this course, an IGNOU official said, the counselor will be able to help students develop effective learning skills, organize support for disadvantaged and physically-challenged students and use modern computer operating system for student support.

"Development in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has contributed to tremendous growth in ODL worldwide. Training and continuing professional development of ODL functionaries are necessary for success of this system," university vice-chancellor V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai said. IANS