A Brief Closing Ceremony Report: E-Content Development for Diksha Portal by SCERT Uttarakhand

Date: [23-12-2023], Saurabh Hotel

Objective: The closing ceremony marked the culmination of a six-day workshop focused on the creation of high-quality e-content for the Diksha Portal, aligning with the state curriculum and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The primary emphasis was on 5E-based content, digital e-scripting, and video scripting, involving Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and meticulous reviews by moderators.

Key Highlights:

Quality Content Creation: The workshop prioritized the use of ICT tools for developing content that adheres to the state curriculum and NEP 2020. SMEs collaborated to create 5E-based e-content, utilizing innovative digital e-scripting and video scripting methods.

Moderator Review: The content underwent rigorous review by moderators Supriya Bahukhandi, Archna Gargy, Pradeep Negi, and Bhaskar Joshi. Their meticulous evaluation ensured that the content met the highest standards of quality and educational effectiveness.

Plenary Sessions: Most of the developed scripts were presented in plenary sessions, allowing for collective feedback and insights. The collaborative nature of these sessions enhanced the overall quality of the content.

Appreciation from SCERT Officials: The closing ceremony featured esteemed guests, Joint Director Kanchan Devradi and Deputy Director Shailendra Amoli from the IT Department of SCERT. Both officials admired the digital scripting and video scripting created by SMEs, acknowledging the workshop's success.

Certification Ceremony: Certification was a significant aspect of the workshop, acknowledging the hard work and expertise of SMEs and resource persons. The certificates served as a recognition of their contribution to the development of high-quality educational content.

Blessings and Suggestions: Joint Director Kanchan Devradi blessed the successful completion of the workshop and suggested continuing the pursuit of such quality development initiatives. Deputy Director Shailendra Amoli delivered a vote of thanks to all participants, expressing gratitude for their dedication and participation.

Message from Director Bandana Garbyal
Director of Academic Research and Training, Bandana Garbyal, forwarded her message emphasizing the need to carry on such quality development workshops, always in alignment with NEP 2020. She conveyed her best wishes for the upcoming Happy New Year.

Conclusion: The closing ceremony not only celebrated the successful completion of the E-Content Development Workshop but also highlighted the commitment to quality education in Uttarakhand. The collaboration between SMEs, moderators, and SCERT officials demonstrated a collective effort to advance educational content creation in line with contemporary pedagogical principles and national educational priorities. The workshop's success sets a positive tone for the integration of advanced educational technologies in Uttarakhand's educational landscape in the years to come.

R P Badoni, WORKSHOP Coordinator IT Dept SCERT