Sastra University B.Ed Admission 2018 (Distance Education) – Sastra University, Directorate of Distance Education offers admission to B.Ed (2 years) programme for the session Jan 2018- Dec 2019.
The B. Ed. (Distance Mode) programme of SASTRA aims at making the in-service school teachers acquire relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes in pedagogical methods and preparing teachers to become role modelsin classrooms and to be an instrument for building productive human capital in our country to face the challenges ofglobalization.
This programme, meant for in-service teachers and adopted from IGNOU, aims at achieving the following:
- To enhance the competencies of in-service teachers
- To create a comprehensive understanding about pedagogical methods in organizing learning experiences for students.
- To strengthen the skills of teachers in the classroom and school management
- To develop new skills required for teachers in organizing instructional methods through novel multimedia approaches.
- To enhance the skill of Technology of teaching in virtual classroom.
Sastra University B.Ed 2018
Sastra University has released notification for the admission in B.Ed for the year January 2018 to December 2019. Last date for receipt of completed application form is January 16, 2018. Downloaded Application form with demand draft only will be accepted. Important dates are given below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Process ends | 16 Jan 2018 |
| Examination | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should have successfully undergone the degree in 10+2+3 or 11+1+3 pattern of examinations in the following discipline from a recognized university. A Bachelor’s degree in B.A / B.Lit., /B.Sc., in Tamil / English / History / Geography / Physics /Mathematics / Applied Physics / Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Bio Chemistry / Botany / Zoology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Environmental Science / Dietetics/ Applied Geography / Computer Science / Computer Applications/ Information Technology.
Note: In case of Economics/Commerce/Home Science the candidate must possess a Postgraduate degree (with a UG degree in the same subject) from the recognized University.
- Candidate must possess a teaching diploma from the NCTE recognized Teacher Education Institution through face-to-face mode are alone eligible.
- Trained In-Service teachers with two years full time teaching experience in a Nursery / Primary / Secondary/ Higher secondary schools in Tamil Nadu recognized by the state or central Government.
- Should be currently working as a teacher in a government recognized school.
Sastra University B.Ed Application Form 2018
Application Form can be obtained in person from the office of admission, SASTRA Campus (Thanjavur kumbakonam) on a payment of Rs. 600 or by Post through payment of Rs. 650 by Demand Draft favouring SASTRA University, payable at Thanjavur. Application Form can also be downloaded from the official website of SASTRA University or from the direct link provided below.
Note: Incomplete and late application forms, and also application forms furnishing false information will be summarily rejected without any information to the candidate concerned. Candidates are, therefore advised to fill up the relevant columns carefully and submit the form.
Selection Procedure
Selection to B.Ed distance mode programme SASTRA will be done transparently based on merit calculated as detailed below:
The University shall follow a selection procedure based on the following criteria. Allotment of seats will be made as detailed below
| Subject Code No | Subject | Percentage of allotment |
| 1 | Tamil (B.A / B.Lit) | 35% |
| 2 | English | 10% |
| 3 | Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology | 15% |
| 4 | Physics, Applied Physics, Electronics, Geo – Physics, Bio-Physics, Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Botany, Plant Biology, Environmental Science, Bio Technology | 15% |
| 5 | History, Indian Culture, Geography, Applied Geography, M.A Economics/Commerce, M.Sc., Home Science | 25% |
| 6 | Total | 100% |
Rank Listing
- The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in the Major and Allied subjects (Part – III) in all three years in the UG degree will be taken as the base mark for ranking. Marks obtained in Part-I & II will not be considered while arriving base mark for ranking.\
- In the case of Five year integrated PG programmes, the average mark in Part – III up to the third year will be taken as the base mark for ranking
- Weightage for the highest qualification of the candidate will be taken as follows
Candidates with PG : 4 Marks
Candidates with M.Phil : 5 Marks
Candidates with Ph.D : Direct admission - The higher qualification should be in the same subject studied as the main subject in Part –III of the UG programme
- One mark for each completed year of experience after two years of probation subject to a maximum of 20 years. The minimum experience being two completed full years and Continuance in service.
- In case of a tie, with the same mark in the ranking, final ranking of candidates will be declared from the following in the order of merit
- Percentage of marks scored by the candidate in the Major subjects of the UG Programme in four decimal correction
- Percentage of marks scored by the candidate in the Allied subjects of the UG Programme in four decimal correction
- Additional years of experience (excluding two years)
- Year of passing PG degree
- Date of birth
Course Details
Duration of the programme
B. Ed. Programme is of two years duration. In any case, the programme will have to be completed within a maximum period of four years after enrolment.
Programme Fee
Rs. 63,000* to be paid in one installment for the entire two year programme at the time of admission in the form of Demand Draft favouring SASTRA payable at Thanjavur.
- * Rs.45, 000.00 Tuition Fees
- Rs. 8,000.00 Record Fees
- Rs.10, 000.00 development fees for a onetime payment. Exam fees will be extra based on the number of courses. The fee paid is not refundable under any circumstances.
Program Structure
The programme consists of the following:
- Group – A Core Programmes
- Group – B Content -Based Methodology / Optional Programmes
- Group – C Elective Programmes
- Group – D Practical Programmes
The programme comprises 60 credits.
Scheme of evaluation for theory programmes
| For each theory Programme | Maximum Marks | Minimum Marks for Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous Internal Assessment through Assignments | 25 (10 for TMA & 15 for POA) | 10 |
| Term end University Examination | 75 | 28 |
| Total | 100 | 50 |
Note: The student has to secure a minimum of 50% in aggregate (Continuous Internal Assessment + TEUE) to pass a single programme.
Counselling
Six days Counselling session, which is optional, subject to change will be held at the study centres during weekends and during holidays. The Coordinator of the study centre will decide the conduct of the session and intimate the counselling schedule. The counselling session will mainly focus on giving clarification through active interaction with the students. If the number of students attending in a particular programme is less than 25, the counseling sessions / schedule will be cancelled.
Classification of Successful Candidates
The Numerical marks will be used for assessing the performance of the students:
| Percentage | Class |
|---|---|
| 60% and above | I class |
| 50 to 59% | II class |
| Below 50% | Fail |
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