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Sudhir Shetty, Vice President – Marketing, Anthology, Discusses the Company’s Vision for Education Technology in India

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“Our USP has always been that we will bring the best-in-class solutions in whichever areas we operate,” says Sudhir Shetty, Vice President – Marketing, Anthology, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bangalore? Yeah, it was a good event as I got a lot of new learnings. There were people from public universities, private universities, corporates, so it was a really good session. Could you highlight what Anthology is offering to the K-12 as well as the higher education sector? We are globally one of the largest education technology providers for higher education. We are in 80 plus countries and work with around 8,000 plus institutions. We offer end-to-end solutions for students, from the time they take admission to the time they become alumni. We incorporate the best of Enterprise Solutions, from teaching and learning to operations to CRMs. We have it all. We have been in India for some time under different names, and we primarily promote our SIS (Student Information Systems) and our Learning Management Solutions under the Blackboard name. What is the vision and mission of Anthology? We are in the business of education, so we aim to spread education across the globe and improve from an India perspective. We want to be enablers in the gross enrolment ratios, encouraging students to go for higher education. Our global aim is to improve the lives of both educators and people who are getting educated. What’s the USP (Unique Selling Proposition) of Anthology? We build the best-in-class technology solutions, but we also work in an interoperable world. We believe that the student and learner experience should be world-class, and we build all our solutions with a focus on the learner’s perspective and promoting lifelong learning. We were the first to incorporate AI from OpenAI into an LMS solution, and we have many firsts in this field. We invented the category of learning management 30 years ago. Our USP has always been that we will bring the best-in-class solutions in whichever areas we operate. Any message or wishes for ArdorComm Media Group on recently completing its 2 years journey? I would wish them all the best of luck, and they have been a great partner to us. We’ll continue working with them as it has been really helpful in spreading our message to this market, especially in growing in this market.

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Sudhakar Joshi, Head – Marketing and Client Servicing, Chrysaalis I-Math India Pvt Ltd, Shares the USP of the Company

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“We develop thinking skills in children using different concepts and maths,” says Sudhakar Joshi, Head – Marketing and Client Servicing, Chrysaalis I-Math India Pvt Ltd, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? It’s actually a wonderful program. It’s a good platform because I think it’s time that we start looking at education and technology at a very different level. The new education policy actually looks at creating opportunities where application is involved, and technology, of course. So, I think it’s a very important event that is happening, and I think this for the next decade will set the tone for how things will happen. What is Chrysaalis I-Math India Pvt Ltd. offering for the education sector? Chrysaalis is an Early Learning Program for pre-schoolers where we develop thinking skills. Now with technology or without technology, the most important thing is thinking, right? I mean, if we don’t have the fundamentals of thinking in place, then technology cannot do much. So, what we at Chrysaalis do is we develop thinking skills in children using different concepts and maths. Where we also look at driving away the fear of maths in children. So, when children go to higher grades, they are more confident, and they are able to actually learn other subjects because, as we know, math is the mother of all subjects. So, when a child is good at maths, they automatically get good at all other subjects. So, this is what we try to do at Chrysaalis, and we are a couple of decades old, and we have trained more than 100,000 children, most of whom we are very proud to say do not fear maths and enjoy it. So, that’s our achievement. What’s the USP of Chrysaalis I-Math? Thinking skills development. I mean, that is the core fundamental feature that we work with because, at the end of it, I mean, like Plato said, “I think, therefore I am.” I mean, so the point is because we think, we are. That’s what makes us humans. That’s our differentiating character. So, we want to further streamline this process and make thinking a habit so that children basically reach the potential of their own. ArdorComm Media Group has recently completed 2 years of its existence, any message or wishes for us? Great work so far. We’ve been a part of the ArdorComm family. I wish them more success. I wish them greater reach, and I think they’re doing a wonderful job. They should continue to do that and reach out to more places in the country.

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Shazia Ahmed, Managing Director, Aryan Presidency School, Emphasizes on Technology Implementation in Schools

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“I think textbooks are now outdated, so we need to supplement textbooks with more digital resources,” said Shazia Ahmed, Managing Director, Aryan Presidency School, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? I’m very excited to be here amongst all these dignitaries, and I’m also in the role as a speaker here on the second panel, where I’m going to share my thoughts about how the pedagogy of the new age should be there and adapt to the new curriculum. So, it’s going to be a fun session. How are you implementing technology in your school? We are slowly progressing towards it because our teachers have disparities in technology savviness, and some are not. So, that disparity we are trying to reduce. We have all smart classes, and we are using interactive multimedia systems to communicate with children. I think textbooks are now outdated, so we need to supplement textbooks with more digital resources. So, we are trying to implement that also in our curriculum. How are you doing the teacher training? We’re having a lot of workshops, teacher training programs. We have introduced something which I’ll be mentioning in this event – we are having peer-to-peer mentorship as well. Somebody who already has knowledge in a particular area comes and teaches other teachers. So, we are doing that, and it’s been very successful in our school. As you can see, in this kind of forum, we bring in education leaders, EdTech players, as well as the government. How does this kind of forum benefit the education sector? Definitely, we have to keep up with the times. These forums expose us to the latest things that are available. Like LMS, which has become now an important thing for all of us to start using new technology. Only when we attend such conferences, we get to know we need to explore new options. What other people are doing, we get to know, otherwise, we are just stuck with what we are doing and we are comfortable in that. Now we see other people doing, and then we are like, “Oh yeah, this is there, and we need to upgrade our schools also.” So, it’s quite informative and inspiring. ArdorComm Media has recently completed two years of its existence. So, any wishes or message for us? Congratulations to you and your team. May you do great in the coming future, and I’m sure you’re going to do. I can already see your presence is so nice, and all the best to you for the future.

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Sarika M. Singh, COO, Peepal Tree Group, Shares her Views on New Normal Karnataka

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“Events like this help educators come together, share our thoughts, and make our new generation more futuristic,” says Sarika M. Singh, COO, Peepal Tree Group, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? I first of all would like to thank ArdorComm for inviting me here. I’m happy to be a part of it. It’s going wonderful; we have lovely speakers who are really sharing brainstorming thoughts, and I’m really happy being here. As you know, the theme of the event is New Normal Karnataka. What are your views on it? Well, education is always an evolving sector. There is nothing where we can say we have stopped at it, and events like this help educators come together, share our thoughts, and make our new generation more futuristic. How are you implementing the newest technologies in your institution? As we are a preschool, we make use of technology for different things. For example, we use it for teacher trainings, we use it for parental involvement, and we use it to make our presence felt in the society. And for children, when it comes to music and movement, we definitely use it. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? I wish ArdorComm Media Group, all the best. They’re doing a wonderful job. I really appreciate the way they reach out to us. Best wishes for the future.

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Dr. Puttaraju, Vice Chancellor, Mandya University, Shares his Views on New Normal Karnataka

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“I think higher education in the country, particularly through Karnataka and Bangalore, is doing a really fantastic job,” says Dr. Puttaraju, Vice Chancellor, Mandya University, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? I’m really happy to be part of this New Normal Education Summit in Karnataka, and the effort made by ArdorComm in bringing these different people who are really experienced in this education together today and having a meaningful interaction section is really appreciable. We usually think in silos, you know. I being in the education system for the last 35 years, and unless I interact with my peers, it is not possible to come out with meaningful solutions to the Indian higher education issues. In this direction, I’m really happy to congratulate and compliment ArdorComm Media for having made a good effort and bringing all the people here. From morning till evening, we have a couple of sessions and a lot of interactions. I hope we all come together and meet the aspirations of the country through different people. And as I said, our experience should be integrated in a very meaningful way and see that higher education in this country is recognized everywhere and worldwide. I sincerely thank you all and thank ArdorComm Media for this great opportunity. As you know, the theme of our event is New Normal Karnataka, and Karnataka is an education hub. So, what’s your take on this? In fact, the entire India, if you compare, Bangalore is known for its higher education quality. Not only in Karnataka, not only in India, the entire world, people usually refer to Bangalore as a place for higher education. I think unmatched quality education is there. It is not because of the students; it is because of the culture and ecosystem created by everybody. Not necessarily education institutions, even people like ArdorComm and everybody are coming into this platform to spread the message about education. I think higher education in the country, particularly through Karnataka and Bangalore, is doing a really fantastic job. As you can see, in this kind of forums, we bring in education leaders, the EdTech players, as well as representation from the government. So, how does this kind of forum benefit the education sector? In fact, when we get to exchange our ideas, for example, I interact with a couple of people, and I came to know that after 35 years of experience, there are a lot of solutions available to our problems. We keep on dwelling on our problems, thinking for the solutions, and that is the domain for somebody else, and somebody else is there to give the solutions. And this platform definitely brings in all these problems and solutions together. Now, I know that there are a couple of solutions to my problems, and definitely this platform and this collaboration will help us to understand each other much better, and we can give very quality education to our students and the country. ArdorComm Media Group has recently completed 2 years of its existence, any message or wishes for us? I’m really happy, within two years, you are making so much noise. I think by the time you complete a decade, 10 years, your presence will be felt by everybody. I hope you continue your services like this and help us bring in different people, including meritorious students and staff members, along with the administrators, so that there is meaningful interaction happening there. I wish ArdorComm Media a grand future in the years to come and hope it will do some service to society through these meaningful interactions.

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Dr. N V Subba Reddy, Pro Vice Chancellor, CMR University, Shares Insights on Technology Implementation in Education

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“We have specialized labs like the maker space, where students can study societal problems and build prototype models,” says Dr. N V Subba Reddy, Pro Vice Chancellor, CMR University, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? Yeah, it is good that you are organizing education leadership summits, which integrate management professionals, academicians, and education leaders in one common platform. They share their experiences and discuss the future roadmap for the development and devising ecosystems to benefit our students. This helps prepare them for becoming the next-generation leaders. In that direction, you are doing a wonderful job, and I am happy for that. How are you implementing technology in your institution? I am representing CMR University in Bangalore, and we focus on enhancing our students’ skills, making them well-educated professionals. We also inculcate various skills that are relevant to the industry and higher studies, preparing them to be global professionals who can tackle future challenges. We have a specialized department called the Department of Common Core Curriculum, where we offer skill-based courses, including design thinking, critical inquiry, business skills, leadership skills, programming skills, behavioural skills, and skills to connect with society. We have specialized labs like the maker space, where students can study societal problems and build prototype models. We start this process from semester one for all students, enhancing their skill sets. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group for recently completing its two years journey? Take it forward, because the ultimate beneficiaries should be the students, the next-generation leaders. They should gain confidence, acquire skills, and learn to solve societal problems and tackle future challenges during their campus life. Encourage collaborative work, integration with students, faculty members, and industry professionals. Establish linkages with industry professionals to keep students aware of industry trends and future prospects. Your leadership summit adds value to universities and educational organizations. Keep up the good work, and I welcome your initiatives.

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Prof. Noor Afza, Prof. & Chairperson, Dept. of Studies & Research in Business Administration, Tumkur University, Highlights the Emphasis on Entrepreneurship in the University

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“We aim to mentor the students to develop entrepreneurial talent,” says Prof. Noor Afza, Prof. & Chairperson, Dept. of Studies & Research in Business Administration, Tumkur University, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? I entered here, and I saw the kind of leadership and the way they had organized the systematic way. The kind of feeling that I got is totally different. Here, it is a place where we have created a platform to meet different leaders from schools, colleges, and as well as from the industry. So, there is a blend of all the people, a blend of different ideas and thoughts. It gave a very different feeling for me. Could you provide some background information about your institution and elaborate on the steps you’ve taken under your leadership? I’m a professor, and chairperson of the MBA department at Tumkur University, situated in a place called Tumkur, 70 kilometers from Bangalore. Tumkur University is a State University, and we have 23 departments. This University provides quality education to rural masses because the students we get are from rural areas. We leave no stone unturned to provide them with quality education, focusing on employability. In my MBA Department, we give skill-oriented training, nurture students with experiential learning, and build their confidence to help them secure dream jobs in companies. Does your University also emphasize entrepreneurship? Yes, entrepreneurship is one of the very, very important parts of our curriculum. We provide training as the student enters the department. We start providing training in entrepreneurial skills, and we have an incubation centre. In this centre, we nurture the ideas among the students. We have tie-ups with various institutions, organizations, as well as government offices like CAVES, the KSFC, DIC, etc. We invite these people to our campus, and they come to train our students and conduct workshops for them. We aim to mentor the students to develop entrepreneurial talent. We also have a unique program where we conduct an “Entrepreneurial Week” within the department and campus. During this week, students are completely immersed in entrepreneurial activities. They set up their own offices, engage in business activities, and then share their learning experiences with us. The aim of this initiative is to ensure that at least a few students get the idea that entrepreneurship is not just a risky and challenging path but also one where they can become job providers rather than job seekers. We want to convey to them that they can become successful entrepreneurs and even the wealthiest individuals in the country, as entrepreneurs often are. In this way, we motivate students, especially those coming from rural areas who may have preconceived notions that money is a constraint. Many of our students have gone on to become very successful entrepreneurs through this program. How do forums like this benefit the education sector? These forums are crucial. In today’s world, with technological advancement, they provide a platform to develop students and integrate technology into education. Collaboration with organizations like yours can offer technological support and bridge the gap between academia and industry, helping us meet the changing expectations and grooming our younger generations. ArdorComm Media Group has recently completed two years of its existence, any message or wishes for us? Just two years, and you’ve done a wonderful job. In the days to come, I wish ArdorComm Media Group continuous growth and success in reaching every level of education, from primary to university, benefiting every student. Your services are much needed, and I wish you all the best for the wonderful work you are doing, collaborating with schools and higher education and involving industry professionals. Lots and lots of success for the growth of this organization.

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Dr. Malini Dutta, Principal, BGS National Public School, Emphasizes on Karnataka as an Education Hub

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“The dynamic and ever-changing mindset of the people in Karnataka makes it an ideal environment for innovation and technological advancements,” says Dr. Malini Dutta, Principal, BGS National Public School, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? It is an excellent opportunity. When we see these leaders coming together, thanks to platforms like this, it brings together knowledge, thought processes, and the drive to create innovative changes in our schools and campuses. It’s not just about sharing knowledge; it’s also about the amalgamation of knowledge, experience, and competency. This synergy is a boost for us to move forward. Thank you for organizing such events, and thanks to ArdorComm Media for making it happen. As you know, the theme of our event is New Normal Karnataka. What’s your take on this? There is no doubt that Karnataka serves as a hub for education and learning. It’s worth noting that Karnataka was among the first states to adopt the National Education Policy (NEP). Setting aside political agendas, the focus should be on how education policies, coupled with new technologies, innovations, and creativity, can positively impact our children. This impact should extend beyond academics to encompass co-scholastic fields. Karnataka stands at the forefront of educational innovation, largely due to its association with Silicon Valley and the influx of talent and companies from abroad. Notable organizations like De Facto, Aids London, and others have set up operations here, offering recognition and certifications to our students. These certifications, recognized by the government of the United Kingdom, provide our students with a competitive edge. Certificates that hold such value often become key factors in securing scholarships. Karnataka is a preferred destination for innovative organizations and digital technology-based companies. They recognize the state’s potential because of its diverse population and cosmopolitan cities where technology is readily embraced. The dynamic and ever-changing mindset of the people in Karnataka makes it an ideal environment for innovation and technological advancements. So, I think Karnataka is rocking and it will rock in the future as well How are you implementing technology in your school? Technology is integrated into every aspect of our school, from assemblies to classes and skill development. We have one of the highest numbers of technology implementations in our school in Bangalore. We have an Atal Tinkering Lab, and our students have been winning national-level projects for the past six to seven years. We have technology in design thinking, CD Labs, computer education, and even in issuing books through our ERP system. The content library allows students to access practice materials and clear doubts from the comfort of their homes. ArdorComm Media has recently completed two years of its existence, any message for us? Many congratulations! I hope and can see that you are exceeding your own expectations. I have a suggestion: create a separate segment where you exclusively promote schools and students. Highlight the marvellous achievements, innovations, and contributions of students. This encouragement and acknowledgment from media can boost the morale, enthusiasm, and energy of students. Media plays a pivotal role in our democracy, and it should extend its support to students and schools. I look forward to seeing ArdorComm Media more involved in the student and school segments.

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Dr. Hemalatha S. Murthy, Principal Director, White Petals Group of Institutions, Shares Insights on Technology Driven Learning

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“We gain unique insights and takeaways every time we attend such events,” says Dr. Hemalatha S. Murthy, Principal Director, White Petals Group of Institutions, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? It’s a great pleasure. I have been associated with Chandan Anand and LinkedIn for more than eight years. They have been organizing tremendous events focused on the process of learning through technology, awareness, and principles of education. These events can significantly impact the transformation of education. As you know, the theme of our event is New Normal Karnataka. What’s your take on this? My take on this theme is how technology, including chatbots and AI, can be implemented in Karnataka. The state has not only Bangalore but also many rural areas. We should strive to make Bangalore a better place using AI and ChatGPT. How are you implementing these new-age technologies in your institution? We have already started incorporating these technologies, and we’re exploring the use of chat GPT to enhance the educational materials provided to students. In forums like this, where we bring together education leaders, EdTech players, and government representatives, how do you think they benefit the education sector? These forums are not about individuals but about a group of people learning from each other. We gain unique insights and takeaways every time we attend such events. It’s about mutual learning and growth. Any message or wishes for ArdorComm Media Group on its 2nd anniversary? I would like to encourage you to keep growing. There’s a lot that needs to reach educators and students through your efforts. Continuous learning and improvement are key. Thank you.

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Dr. A. M. Surendra Kumar, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Presidency University, Shares Insights on Skill Development

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“We incorporate skill development courses into the curriculum, including life skills and soft skills,” says Dr. A. M. Surendra Kumar, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Presidency University, in an interview with Pratik Ghosh, Content Writer, ArdorComm Media at the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSABengaluru #ELSAKarnataka How are you feeling to witness the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards in Bengaluru? I frequently attend this type of education summit, especially in Bangalore, which is an education hub. There are a lot of opportunities, and these events help in understanding the concept of education. They provide a platform to discuss how we can move forward and address concerns with other educators. I’m coming from an emerging University especially in Bangalore where we have more than 16,000 students are there are lot of opportunities which we can discuss with. So, you are making a platform to take care about all our concerns, to discuss with the other educators, so you are doing a wonderful job. As you know, the theme of our event is “New Normal Karnataka.” What’s your take on this? Since Karnataka is an education hub, especially in Bangalore, there are many opportunities. The government has recently allowed five private universities, which adds to the opportunities. This platform provides a great idea about the education landscape, especially in the Karnataka region. How are you implementing new-age technologies in your university? We have incorporated technology-enabled platforms, especially in engineering and computer science. Emerging technology programs like AI, machine learning, and others are already part of our curriculum. We are continuously updating the curriculum to stay current with new age technologies. What’s your take on skill development, and how should students emphasize on skill development? We emphasize skill development from the beginning of our programs. We incorporate skill development courses into the curriculum, including life skills and soft skills. In today’s competitive environment, industry looks beyond just CGPA and values other qualities. So, we mould our students from the beginning to be well-prepared for placements. In forums like this, where we bring together education leaders, EdTech players, and government representatives, how do you think they benefit the education sector? Such forums are beneficial as they incorporate industry and technology trends. I’ve seen discussions on ERP systems, which can introduce us to new features that can be incorporated into our education systems for the benefit of both students and the education community. Any message for ArdorComm Media on its 2nd Anniversary? You are providing a great platform for educators to come together and conduct such events. Your efforts, along with the presenters, are helpful in advancing the field of education, especially in higher education and to meet several good educators also.

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