University will launch its first mobile classroom in August. Aimed at making technology available to students in remote areas under the university's jurisdiction, the air conditioned Mobile Learning Resource Centre will probably be the first-of-its kind initiative taken up by any university in the state. The mobile centre will travel across Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg, with a stopover of 10 days in each district, training the students and members of the community. The classroom is equipped with five computer terminals, LCD projector, plasma screen, a wi fi connection, e-books, journals, and a full-time staff.
The centre will have over a thousand English and Marathi books, including literature and history bestsellers. Socially-relevant films on issues like water harvesting, agriculture and health will also be available. Deputy registrar Leeladhar Bansod said the number of centres might be increased in future after the pilot project is launched.
Senate member Mahadeo Jagtap said the centre will be very helpful for communities in remote areas. “But the university should create enough awareness. It will be pointless if the facility is available and nobody uses it,“ said Jagtap.
Source | Times of India | 14 July 2014
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