The landscape of higher education in India is undergoing a significant transformation with the emergence of EdTech platforms. These tech-driven learning tools are becoming instrumental in the success of educational institutions across the country. Besides reshaping the landscape of educational institutions, the impact of EdTech tools also extends significantly to students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). Being India’s second-largest and fiercely competitive exam, CUET offers an exclusive chance for educational institutions to partner with EdTech platforms. This collaboration, in harmony with the New Education Policy (NEP-2020), can pave the way for a more effective and fair education system.
During the pandemic-induced lockdown, educational institutions and coaching centres took proactive measures by adopting EdTech platforms to assist students in pursuing higher education. This initiative has proven to be a catalyst for success for numerous students who participated in CUET. By leveraging the potential of technology and personalised learning journeys, these platforms have assumed an essential role in not only helping students achieve remarkable scores but also comprehending the intricacies of the competitive exam.
After demonstrating their effectiveness following the completion of the second CUET exam this year, EdTech platforms have now emerged as the preferred solutions for students preparing to take on this fiercely competitive and India’s second-largest all-India level examination. Let’s consider the case of Abhishek Agarwal, who found himself struggling with time management during the CUET mock exams. Through Career Launcher’s EdTech platform, he gained access to a series of full-length mock tests that accurately simulated the CUET exam pattern and time constraints. By consistently practising with these mock tests, Abhishek not only honed his time management skills but also gained insights from the detailed performance analytics provided by the platform.
Likewise, Anisha Sharma, a diligent student aspiring to secure admission into one of India’s prestigious central universities, gained access to meticulously crafted video lectures, e-books, and practice papers through Career Launcher’s EdTech tools that were tailored specifically to the CUET syllabus. This customized study material allowed her to concentrate on the essential topics and concepts, helping her score exceptionally well in the examination.
While some students may see the entrance exam as a hurdle, it is an opportunity for coaching institutions like Career Launcher, Unacademy, IMS Learning Resources, Unimonks, and T.I.M.E to leverage EdTech platforms. As CUET creates fresh opportunities for EdTech players and offline coaching centres, coaching centres are increasingly looking forward to tapping into a larger student base. Some EdTech platforms have even seen a rise in student enrolment after introducing new courses specific to CEUT preparations. Pertinent to mention here that EdTech platforms and CUET have found common ground in the implementation of the New Education Policy (NEP-2020). Let’s have a look at how using EdTech platforms coaching centres can help students get the desired results:
Comprehensive CUET-focused Study Material: EdTech platforms offer specialized study material tailored to the CUET syllabus. These platforms offer video lectures, e-books, practice papers, and topic-wise quizzes aligned with specific subjects and topics covered in CUET. This targeted content ensures that students focus on relevant areas to perform well in the examination.
Personalized Learning Paths: EdTech platforms employ adaptive learning algorithms to understand each learner’s strengths and weaknesses. Based on their performance in practice tests and assessments, the platforms provide personalized learning paths, recommending specific topics that require more attention. This personalized approach optimizes students’ preparation and boosts their confidence.
Mock Tests and Performance Analytics: EdTech platforms offer full-length mock tests designed to simulate the CUET exam pattern and difficulty level. By taking these mock tests, students can get real exam experience and improve their time management skills. The platforms also provide detailed performance analytics, allowing learners to identify areas of improvement and refine their strategies accordingly.
Expert Faculty and Doubt Resolution: EdTech platforms boast experienced faculty are well-versed with the CUET exam pattern and requirements. Students can interact with these experts through live classes, webinars, or doubt-solving forums to get their questions answered and gain valuable insights and tips for the exam.
Flexibility and Convenience: EdTech platforms enable students to prepare for CUET at their own pace and convenience. With 24/7 access to study materials and video lectures, students can plan their study schedules according to their preferences, eliminating the need for rigid classroom-based coaching.
Cost-Effectiveness: EdTech platforms often offer cost-effective study packages, making CUET preparation more affordable and accessible to students from various backgrounds. This democratization of education ensures that students from all socio-economic strata can benefit from high-quality study resources.
Continuous Learning and Revision: EdTech platforms promote continuous learning by providing regular updates on CUET-related news and changes in the examination pattern. Additionally, students can revise key concepts through recorded lectures and practice questions to reinforce their understanding.
All-India Comparison: As CUET serves as a single window for central university admissions across India, EdTech platforms enable students to compete on a national level. The platforms may provide comparative performance data to help students gauge their standing against others aspiring for the same universities.
Conclusion
With CUET being recognized as a centralized admission test for central universities, EdTech platforms have emerged as key enablers of success for institutions preparing students for CUET. These new and innovative platforms will go a long way in enhancing the potential of students to secure admissions into their desired colleges or courses.
The author is the Product Head of Under Graduate Programmes at Career Launcher.