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13th ArdorComm – ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024’ to be held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on 15th November 2024

13th ArdorComm – ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024’

Jayanth Prakash, Account Director & Regional Lead – South, LinkedIn emphasised on the empowering students roadmap

“We’re passing on a lot of data to higher education institutions and helping them keep their students industry-ready through our learning platform.” Said Jayant Prakash We Would like to understand What is LinkedIn in education doing? Jayant Prakash: Yeah, that’s a great question. So, LinkedIn today is the world’s largest recruitment platform. We’re in a unique position, having a front-row seat to the changing landscape in skills and talent. We’re passing on a lot of data to higher education institutions and helping them keep their students industry-ready through our learning platform. That’s essentially what we do. Pruthvish: Yes, as a young student or when you’re in college, the basic challenge is that you don’t have the tools, methodologies, or road map. LinkedIn’s Talent Insights provide a clear directional guide towards the skills students should be building to become employable, which sets LinkedIn apart from anything else. LinkedIn takes its data from its members and recruiting organizations, guiding students and learners on the platform to acquire skills and courses that make them attractive to recruiters. This ecosystem of finding the right insights to hire for and then developing those skills sets students up for success, benefiting organizations and institutions as well. Which is the main pool to be attracted: the student community or academicians? Jayant Prakash: Students are a very important demographic for LinkedIn. They are the fastest-growing population in India, and the most effective way to impact them is by collaborating with institutions and academicians. We believe the entire ecosystem, including academicians and management, has to come together to make it work. LinkedIn Learning is a significant part of your brand, connecting education directly. If someone logs into a LinkedIn account, can they access LinkedIn Education? Pruthvish: Yes, that’s a wonderful question. It’s very easy and seamless. Once you get into a B2B partnership with LinkedIn, there’s an activation button on your feed that allows you to access LinkedIn Learning and its 22,000 courses. Do you have any additional add-ons to improve a LinkedIn profile for a user? Jayant Prakash: We conduct sessions with students and faculty called “Rock Your Profile” sessions. These sessions are extremely popular among students, where our experts teach the dos and don’ts and best practices on the platform. These sessions help students understand how to enhance their profiles. LinkedIn has been supporting the New Normal Education Leadership Summit and Awards. What does the term “new normal” mean to you? Jayant Prakash: The new normal is constantly changing. It’s about adapting to the ever-changing landscape. If you’re not able to change and are standing still, you’ll be left behind. Adaptability is key. Pruthvish: I agree. The world is changing constantly. The feature of adaptability towards the changing environment defines the new normal. Organizations also have change management teams to help them with agile methodologies, making them leaner, meaner, and quicker. Falling in line with the pace of the environment should be the new normal. How do you impact society at large, and which community is more responsive to your activities? Pruthvish: We’re providing jobs, which significantly impacts society and the economy. The response has been phenomenal across the spectrum, including students, academicians, and even older generations. Forums like this bring together academicians and industry decision-makers. How do such forums impact society, and what are the takeaways? Pruthvish: For institutions, the takeaway is implementing what we share with them to benefit their students. For ed-tech partners, learning from LinkedIn’s insights and applying them to create impactful content and guidance is crucial. We believe both content and guidance are equally important in solving educational problems. How would you rate LinkedIn’s services, content, and finances on a scale of 1 to 3? Pruthvish: Three across the board. Service is our core methodology, and our platform is highly democratized. Most features are free, emphasizing service to the community. Our products are reasonably priced, aiming to provide tools to improve careers. Jayant Prakash: Our products offer great value to academic institutions, with costs heavily subsidized compared to corporate pricing, giving institutions a distinct advantage. Any final message for ArdorComm Media Group? Jayant Prakash: Shine on! You’re doing a fantastic job. We’ve had a great partnership, and your events provide valuable learning experiences and networking opportunities. Your hardworking team ensures the success of these events, and we look forward to continued collaboration. Pruthvish: This is my first event with you, and I’m impressed. Educational fairs of this magnitude have a significant impact, as attendees will influence thousands of students. Getting everyone together to brainstorm on the right ideas is commendable. Thank you for this opportunity. Jayant Prakash: I think you guys are doing a fantastic job. We’ve been fortunate enough to partner with you for a while now, and I’ve attended many of your events. They have all been great learning experiences. The spectrum of people we’ve interacted with and the peers we’ve talked to, along with your hardworking team, make it a point to deliver on promises. It’s always appreciated, and I look forward to continuing to work together.

Pradeepa Thinakaran, Founder & MD, Zing International Preschool, Chennai expressed on Child safety

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“When parents trust us with their children, safety is paramount. We prioritize safety measures, such as eliminating plastic, maintaining cleanliness, and providing a safe play area.” Said Pradeepa Thinakaran Can you tell us more about your organization? I’m passionate about kindergarten education, so I founded Zing International Preschool. In the first year, we admitted nearly 200 children, and the second year saw a similar intake. Our school is eco-friendly, focusing on greenery and avoiding the use of plastics. We prioritize helping children learn to read and write using phonetic sounds. Importantly, we allow children to learn at their own pace through free play, which sets us apart from other schools. What are the primary concerns for educators regarding safety and implementation of education? When parents trust us with their children, safety is paramount. We prioritize safety measures, such as eliminating plastic, maintaining cleanliness, and providing a safe play area. Safety, discipline, and education are the top concerns for us. How do you view the growth of the preschool segment, especially with the implementation of the National Education Policy? Preschools have seen significant growth as parents appreciate the focus on early childhood education. Unlike K-12 schools, preschools concentrate solely on the kindergarten years (ages 2-6). This specialization is attracting parents, leading to the booming growth of preschools. What factors should parents consider regarding hygiene when selecting a preschool? Parents should prioritize hygiene during preschool visits. They should inspect restroom cleanliness and inquire about restroom maintenance schedules. Regular cleaning intervals, cleanliness of play areas, and sanitation practices for furniture are crucial factors to consider. What were your key learnings from today’s session? Today’s session provided valuable insights, especially regarding childcare, parenting, and environmental utilization. Learning from panelists about water conservation and parenting strategies was particularly enlightening. The event was a great source of information. How do forums like this benefit participants? Events like this provide a platform for networking and accessing technology partners. Digital tools showcased at stalls are beneficial for students from grade 8 to 12, aiding in their learning outside the classroom. Such forums facilitate the adoption of digital platforms for enhanced learning experiences. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group? Congratulations on your journey of 2.5 to 3 years. The event organization and follow-up have been commendable. Keep up the good work, and I wish you continued success. Any final thoughts? It was a pleasure attending this event. Thank you for the invitation, and I wish you all the best.

Dr. T. V. Christy, Vice Chancellor, Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Sc. & Tech. Vallam talked about four pillars of the New Education Policy (NEP)

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“The New Normal is about being student-centric. Education should focus on where graduates go after graduation, anticipating their future needs. ” said Dr. T. V. Christy Could you tell us more about your group of institutions? I am from The Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Science and Technology, famously known as PRIST deemed to be University, recognized by the University Grants Commission. It is located in Thanjavur, and we run programs in various disciplines, including engineering, arts and science, agriculture, pharmacy, and law. When we talk about sustainability in education, what special initiatives have been taken by your institution? We have empowered our students by first making them aware of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We conduct various sessions to ensure that our students and faculty members understand the importance and significance of these SDGs. Our management is very particular about integrating these goals into our educational practices. Regarding education policy implementations, what initiatives or developments have you undertaken? The four pillars of the New Education Policy (NEP) can be summarized as AE AQ: Accessibility, Equity, Accountability, and Quality. We ensure that these principles form the basis of our NEP implementation in our campuses. If the first three (Accessibility, Equity, Accountability) are in place, Quality naturally follows. What are the leading roles of your institution in terms of the incubation center and industry engagement? One of our best practices is ensuring that every faculty member is in touch with a minimum of two industries. For example, in a department with 15 faculty members, we have connections with 30 industries. Faculty members develop relationships with industry professionals, bring them to address students, and ultimately establish memorandums of understanding. This approach brings industry-oriented skills meaningfully into our university. What does the term ‘New Normal’ mean to you in the context of education? The New Normal is about being student-centric. Education should focus on where graduates go after graduation, anticipating their future needs. The goal is to foresee the skills and knowledge they will require three to four years after graduating and adapt our educational practices accordingly. This forward-thinking approach is what I consider the New Normal. How do forums like this, which bring together representatives from schools, higher education, skill education, technical education, and tech companies, benefit the society at large? I’m really touched by the name “ARCOM.” It stands for Community, Aspiration, Reimagination, Digitalization, Opportunity, and Readiness. These are exactly what we need in today’s educational scenario. Such forums motivate students and ensure they serve the community. Bringing industry leaders and educational leaders together provides a platform for sharing best practices and learning from each other. It’s an excellent initiative that should continue. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group? Continue your efforts and gather feedback from participants. Learn from any challenges or difficulties faced in conducting this program and strive to improve in future events. Bringing together industry and educational institutions on one platform is a mammoth task, and you are doing an exceptional job. Congratulations! Any final thoughts? Thank you so much for inviting me to this forum. It was a pleasure and honor to participate. Your efforts in connecting different stakeholders in education are commendable. Thank you.

Dr. P. Krishnakumar, CEO & Secretary, Nehru Group of Institutions emphasized on the future progress on Nehru Group of Institution

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“We strongly believe in molding true citizens, which means not only giving an opportunity to complete graduation but also upskilling their abilities to meet industry requirements.” Said Dr. P. Krishnakumar Could you tell us more about your group of institutions? We have completed our 50 years of existence, starting in 1968 in Coimbatore. We have a presence in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala with over 24 institutions, ranging from schools to a medical college. How do you ensure sustainability in education within your diverse group of institutions? We strongly believe in molding true citizens, which means not only giving an opportunity to complete graduation but also upskilling their abilities to meet industry requirements. We emphasize training and employability. For example, we have Technology Business Incubation (TBI) funded by DST (central government) to create startups, and we also have the NewGen IEDC initiative, which central government funds up to 2.5 lakhs for students’ projects to help them move from prototype to commercialization. Could you elaborate on the skill development and teacher training programs in your institution? We believe in training our faculty frequently. We have quarterly training sessions where we invite trainers from different industries and academia. We also encourage our faculty to upskill through various online certification programs as we evolve from traditional education to digitalization. Are there any new initiatives in technology within your institution? We are one of the few institutions in Kattur with multiple multiplex theaters on campus. This allows students and teachers developing e-content to see their work in a theater setting, enhancing the learning experience by creating an entertaining yet educational environment. What about global collaborations and exposure to international universities? As an affiliated institution, our ability to collaborate with foreign universities is limited due to state and central government policies. Universities have more freedom to engage in student exchange programs and faculty development programs abroad, but affiliated institutions must follow strict guidelines. What are your thoughts on employment versus employability? Employability is more important because it’s not just about getting a qualification but about ensuring that students are absorbed by the best industries. This is crucial for an educational institution’s survival. Top institutions maintain their status by ensuring high employability for their graduates. We focus on incubation and entrepreneurship, promoting a startup culture that allows students to understand entrepreneurship and take risks while still studying. What does the term ‘New Normal’ mean to you? New Normal means introducing new changes and ways of thinking and executing programs. It involves changing the traditional system to adapt to new methods and ideas, reflecting a fresh approach to education and leadership. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group? ArdorComm Media is doing an excellent job of connecting educational institutions and stakeholders. Networking and sharing knowledge are crucial in today’s world. Your role in connecting people from different age groups, experiences, and industries is invaluable. I’ve had the opportunity to meet many people from top institutions today, which is beneficial for information and networking. This positively impacts the education sector and brings about new changes. Keep up the good work. Any final thoughts? Thank you so much for inviting me to this event. It was impressive talking with you, and I appreciate the opportunity to be a part of this forum. Thank you.

Uma Kannan Founder Principal, Sri Venkateswara Group of Schools, Ambattur expressed how pedagogies and new strategies can upskill and reskill the students

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“The New Normal refers to machine learning, artificial intelligence, and a technologically driven society” said Uma Kannan Could you please highlight some of the initiatives of your institution and give us more light on what your institution is doing? In each and every institution, we take up the growth of the student to bring out the awesome holistic children within the students and through the teachers. The pedagogies, introduction of new strategies to upskill and reskill the students’ energy as well as the faculty’s energy, are crucial. Only then can they produce very good social beings to develop the nation. We are doing a lot of service through seminars and conferences. Would you like to throw some light on the education policy and any initiatives your institution is doing in this regard? Recently, in 2020, the central government adopted a new educational policy and framework. One aspect of that is the 21st-century learning skills, another is the sustainable developmental goals, and the third is design thinking. We incorporate all these with the teachers through some orientation programs to upskill their energy, and then we transform that into the classroom. Any takeaways from today’s forum? Definitely. I learned how to parent the child. Parenting is very necessary with all biological modulations. We need to transparently open up the biological changes to the students. Kudos to Manjula and Chandan for bringing in this transparency. Teachers are the second parents, and we need to instruct the parents to be the first educators, giving all this transparently to the children to bring in a good social being. What does the phrase “New Normal” mean to you? The New Normal refers to machine learning, artificial intelligence, and a technologically driven society. We need to incorporate this into the educational curriculum. However, we should not forget the traditional way of teaching, as it provides an aesthetic approach and emotional well-being for the child and the adult. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group? ArdorComm, you are keeping the summits in very reputed cities like Delhi, which are educational hubs. I want this to extend to all corners of the country, even the villages. Your service should be extended to smaller cities and towns. Thank you. It was a pleasure having you at this forum. Thank you so much. Thank you, Chandan. All the best.

Dr. Shaleesha A. Stanley, Pro Chancellor, Jeppiaar University, Chennai expressed the future prospect of JPR University

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“We prioritize their upskilling by sending them for faculty development programs and sponsoring their participation in conferences” said Dr. Shaleesha A. Stanley Can you tell us more about JPR University and its initiatives in digital transformation and student development? JPR University, a state private university operational for the past two years, prioritizes initiatives such as AI-powered learning management systems and digital transformation. We focus on incorporating ability enhancement courses and promoting English as a second language, considering them as crucial aspects for student development. We are grateful to Arcom for providing us with a platform to share our views and experiences, and we look forward to collaborating with them in the future. How does your institution prioritize teacher training and upskilling? At JPR University, we believe that teachers are pivotal in the education sector. Hence, we prioritize their upskilling by sending them for faculty development programs and sponsoring their participation in conferences. We ensure that they play a vital role in education and maintain their happiness, as they are integral to our educational endeavors. What does the term “New Normal” mean to you in the context of education? For me, “New Normal” signifies a continuous process of renewal, refreshing, and reliving the path of education. It emphasizes adapting to changing circumstances and embracing innovative approaches to education to meet evolving needs effectively. Any message for ArdorComm Media Group, considering their role in education forums like this one? ArdorComm Media Group has been truly fantastic and fabulous in its endeavors. Despite being relatively young, they have maintained quality, consistency, and played a vital role in various education stakeholders’ businesses, including students and faculty. I wholeheartedly support and stand by their efforts, and I believe they will continue to excel in their contributions to the education sector. Thank you for hosting this forum and providing a platform for meaningful discussions.

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Dr. Geetika Saluja, CEO Projects, Anand Niketan Schools expressed her views on NEP 2020

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“Right now we are pampering our kids but it’s not about pampering it’s about ensuring that let them be not only survivors but game changers,” said Dr. Geetika Saluja, CEO Projects, Anand Niketan Schools, at ArdorComm Media Group hosted ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024’ on 10th February 2024 at Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad City Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. How do you think educators can align with government initiatives for the betterment of the education system? It’s not about educators; we are all educators, and we are all learners in some and other ways. So, I am just trying to talk to society and trying to initiate each and every person. Everyone is there to say that the government does not give us anything. It’s not about schooling has not helped you or your college degree is not helping you. Now, we are in a state of what we have contributed. So, when it comes to aligning ourselves it’s about educators. Yes! simultaneously I am talking about society coming forward and giving their 5 hour a year in academia because now after so much experience every one of us has expertise in one topic. We can go to Academia and design curriculum, help them out. Just 5 hours of a year you need to contribute and that’s how the government initiatives will be also useful through the PPP model. It’s not only about the public, or organisation, it also talks about each and every individual. We used to talk about CSR, but now it is about ISR. So it’s an individual responsibility of each and every society member to ensure that we are able to speak in bridging the gap between the skill gaps. It’s about employability or self-employment especially, I would be advocating for your 5 hours in a year can change our education system and take India to a different pinnacle together. How far the Anand Niketan school have reached in implementing the new education policy? Today I was a part of a panel that talked about inclusive education. And holistic doesn’t mean only in the definition but holistic means that we are able to cater to diverse needs of diverse learners, ensure that integrating but inclusive. Each and every potential has been taken care of and nurtured in measure to maximize. It’s about taking care of the social, economic, cultural, psychological, and physical needs of each and every individual. When it comes to NEP, this is the need I was just talking about but that’s what education should be doing about it. It’s good that under the light of NEP 2020 the educator and education forum has started talking about it. Now, I am sure that the implementation face is doing very well. When it comes to Anand Niketan School, very holistic curriculum wherein we invite not only the prominent industry people but we have a student-centric approach like project-based learning. Students get enough opportunity to work in a group to present their work. Simultaneously, to ensure that they are the ones who are the face of the various along with the mind behind it and with this, a level of confidence is there. So if one is confident in the mind and the one that confident in the face. Anand Niketan has been very successful in developing confident learners. How do you see the new education policy as promoting the experience of learning and targeting rote learning? NEP does not promote rote learning at all, Let’s talk about experiential learning, but experience comes when your child at a very early age gets exposed to diverse circumstances and when it comes to diverse circumstances I just mention one thing that the seed is a sown deep in the ground, it’s dark but it’s being planted. Right now we are pampering our kids but it’s not about pampering it’s about ensuring that they are not only survivors but game changers. Individuals need to be very focused and sown the seeds so deep that they come out they emerge successful and happy. What was the overall takeaway from this event also ArdorComm Media is celebrating its second anniversary any message you wish to share? ArdorComm Media has done a wonderful job by creating a wonderful platform, and you continue doing and bringing the academia, industry, higher education and K12 together. But only one thing is we need parents and society to understand because eventually, parents are from the education system which we are not very happy with. They are also the product of that education system so it’s very important that eventually whatever the education system incorporates, parents must understand, the society understand. If we get a chance, let’s do it in a way where we can invite representatives and the society. Whatever you want to talk about, trying to do, is what is supported because they are eventually customer as well as targets.

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13th ArdorComm – ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024’ to be held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on 15th November 2024

13th ArdorComm – ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024’

Jayanth Prakash, Account Director & Regional Lead – South, LinkedIn emphasised on the empowering students roadmap

Pradeepa Thinakaran, Founder & MD, Zing International Preschool, Chennai expressed on Child safety

Dr. T. V. Christy, Vice Chancellor, Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Sc. & Tech. Vallam talked about four pillars of the New Education Policy (NEP)

Uma Kannan Founder Principal, Sri Venkateswara Group of Schools, Ambattur expressed how pedagogies and new strategies can upskill and reskill the students

Dr. Shaleesha A. Stanley, Pro Chancellor, Jeppiaar University, Chennai expressed the future prospect of JPR University

Previewing the 11th New Normal Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2024 to be held on 3rd May 2024 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

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