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Using Microlearning In Formal Education

Shrikant Latkar

Mar 28, 2017
4 min

Using Microlearning In Formal Education

Did you know that students only remember 21% of what is taught to them – just after a month? In an age and time where the attention span of an average human being is lesser than that of a goldfish, this statistic doesn’t surprise us at all! Remember when Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) first came into existence? Who knew such bite-sized and easily digestible learning modules would become a trend in the online education industry. The term MOOC was coined in 2008. It has be

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Micro Learning – A Step Forward

Shrikant Latkar

Feb 15, 2017
3 min

Micro Learning – A Step Forward

You might have noticed people making statements such as “word gets around fast”, “I came to know of it as soon as the story broke” or “Oh, this is old news!”. How do you think this happens? Is it because of increased use of social media? Definitely! Is it because we have technology at our disposal? Absolutely! When we combine the power of internet and availability of gadgets, we are able to consume pieces of information at a much faster rate. Believe it or not – this is calle

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3 Learning Tech Trends For The Multitasking Generation

Shrikant Latkar

Feb 9, 2017
4 min

3 Learning Tech Trends For The Multitasking Generation

Technology is shaping modern learning at a pace that’s only for the better. Till a decade ago, who knew we would be using mobile phones and iPads to acquire knowledge on-the-go? Or the fact that our minds wander so much that smart and quick ways to learn would instantly appeal to us? Whether we talk about people at work or students surviving yet another year at school or college, both clusters of “learners” now communicate in rather different modes as a result of technology.

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How does a student benefit from online video gaming

Shrikant Latkar

Aug 31, 2016
3 min

How does a student benefit from online video gaming

Dear parents, remember how you scold your children when they spend a bit too much time playing video games? We agree it is a little frustrating to see them spend day-in, day-out on their Xbox. Apart from health concerns, falling behind on academics is something that really bothers you – which is why you never support this hobby. We get it. But now, it is time to change – bit by bit. If your child is an avid gamer, then maybe you will appreciate this piece of news: A 2012 stud

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Shrikant Latkar

Aug 26, 2016
3 min

Back-to-school lessons that hold significance in adult life

The most fun phase of your life is when you are at school or studying in college. You may nod your head in disagreement but trust us – you will say “yes” to this as you grow older and realize your problems as a student were nothing as compared to the mammoth of situations you deal with as an adult. For 10th and 12th class students, the next few months are tough. Pre-boards, practical tests, viva and then board exams – that’s how the timeline is for most of you. As far as the

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How To Start Branding Yourself Right After College

Shrikant Latkar

Aug 18, 2016
3 min

How To Start Branding Yourself Right After College

Till a few years ago, fresh college graduates had no internships or professional achievements to their name. There was a thin line between completing academics and starting a full-time job. But times are fast changing. Today, students are more conscious about getting an early start in their choice of field. Whether it is a small internship or a part-time stint at an NGO – they are working hard towards building their personal brand. Yes – it is a long process and requires pati

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Seven Points To Remember While Preparing For CAT

Shrikant Latkar

Aug 4, 2016
3 min

Seven Points To Remember While Preparing For CAT

OK – so the date for the Common Admission Test (CAT) to be held is set. 4 December it is. Students have already began preparing for this competitive exam. The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) started this exam to select students for their business programs and it is a moment of prestige for a student to get enrolled in either of the institutes. Cracking CAT is considered a feat given its difficulty level and paper pattern. But it is not impossible. With a proper study s

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OUST Weekend Workout For Students To Score Higher

Shrikant Latkar

Feb 29, 2016
1 min

OUST Weekend Workout For Students To Score Higher

As a student, you must most definitely relate to the challenge of studying and performing well at school. From homework assignments to yearly exams – you have a lot on your plate. And, we don’t underestimate the pressure on you even one bit. This is the reason why we want you all to break the monotony – and give your mind a break! But, we are not saying you give up studying over the weekend altogether. Indulge in light mental exercises to challenge yourself in a fun way. Oust

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Shrikant Latkar

Feb 19, 2016
1 min

How To Prepare For Board Exams (OUST Competitive Exam Prep Time Table)

Dear students, This study schedule caters to those of you who are currently preparing for CBSE Class 10 and 12 board exams. Each time slot features more than one stream (Science, Commerce and Humanities) and class! Team Oust has always emphasized on the importance of time management and productivity optimization. This is why it offers a holistic time-table that will help you become more disciplined during exam time and improve academic performance. Having said that, we would

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Shrikant Latkar

Jan 28, 2016
3 min

How To Work Your Way To 90% in CBSE Class 12 Boards

With just a month left for the 12th Board Examinations to kick in, the question cropping up in every student’s mind is “how easy is scoring 90% in Boards?”! Sure, nothing can beat a year’s preparation but it is also not wise to underestimate the value of last 1-month revision period. Every student must dedicate complete February in revising thoroughly and smartly for best results. So is crossing 90% in Boards really a herculean task? Let us assure you that it is not! With the

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Shrikant Latkar

Jan 8, 2016
3 min

Five Mantras To Crack Boards X & XII

Students, it is time to pull up your socks. Board examinations (of both X and XII standards) are set to begin from the first week of March. While we are sure you worked hard the entire academic year to prepare yourself for the upcoming exams—a slight change in your study plan around this time can do wonders for you! No, we are not going lecture you on another round of study hacks. Instead, we will acquaint you with five easy yet important mantras to help you ace the board exa

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Shrikant Latkar

Dec 24, 2015
2 min

Cracking Competitive Exams In The 21st Century

Students in this time and age are proactive when it comes to dealing with academics. They don’t hesitate to fine tune their understanding of certain concepts or subjects via different, innovative mediums. Whether it is doodling notes of one complete lecture on a piece of paper or watching a documentary film to connect with a particular subject, mode of education today has no boundaries. It is safe to conclude that students are now at the helm of learning due to technology. Fr

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Ten Ways To Prepare For CBSE Boards 2016

Shrikant Latkar

Dec 17, 2015
4 min

Ten Ways To Prepare For CBSE Boards 2016

As a student in India, what’s the one thing you really dread? Board examinations! Be it your teachers at schools or parents, every day you are reminded the importance of acing boards—no matter which standard you are in! Since it is the second week of December, most CBSE schools will soon be conducting mock boards for classes 10th and 12th. Mocks are not as bad you think they are, you know. In fact, these exams allow you to practice all subjects properly before the grand final

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7 Hacks To Make Maths Easy

Shrikant Latkar

Nov 5, 2015
3 min

7 Hacks To Make Maths Easy

Mathematics—the subject that proudly has its own fan following has also broken many studious hearts, frustrated many young minds and acted difficult for most students. If studying this subject is a nightmare for you, then you have come to the right place. Did you know that competitive exams such as CAT, GMAT and IIT-JEE focus majorly on mental math? You can’t definitely be sitting in the exam hall, clueless and panicked, while solving questions that can be answered mentally.

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A Tête-à-tête With Educator & Blogger, Mr. Rajkumar R

Shrikant Latkar

Oct 12, 2015
3 min

A Tête-à-tête With Educator & Blogger, Mr. Rajkumar R

An educationist, a social media enthusiast and a pro-blogger—Mr. Rajkumar R. is a person with many skills. A Post Graduate teacher in Mathematician by qualification, this Chennai-based educator had to leave his job at a city-based high school after he met with an accident. This is where Elixir of Knowledge came into existence in 2009—an educational resource covering the unsolved mysteries in the fields of History and Science that consumes a major portion of time and energy of

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Why Oustathon is the WAY to academic excellence

Shrikant Latkar

Sep 30, 2015
3 min

Why Oustathon is the WAY to academic excellence

We can’t stress enough on the fact that Oustathon 2015 was a phenomenal success. After all, it was a unique kind of a competition for students that involved the use of a mobile phone! Since Oust has been making news lately and is in the process of expanding the content on the app, it is certain the team’s efforts are being noticed by one and everyone. We sat down with the brain behind this innovative learning concept, Shrikant Latkar, for a quick chat on everything Oustathon

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Crack K-CET 2016 with OUST

Shrikant Latkar

Sep 25, 2015
3 min

Crack K-CET 2016 with OUST

As we mentioned yesterday that Team Oust is organizing KCET 2016 Mock Series in the coming month. Yes, it is definitely exciting to host yet another round of madness/learning after Oustathon 2015 for you all students. Now before we start off with the series, we would like to introduce 4 ways in which you can make the most of Oust for preparation of KCET 2016. Most of you may have come across a lot of mobile applications and online websites that offer the best of the best in a

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Studying Smart For CET 2016 With OUST!

Shrikant Latkar

Sep 24, 2015
3 min

Studying Smart For CET 2016 With OUST!

Hope to get admission in an engineering college of your choice? Aspire to study Dentistry? Want to become a doctor? Phew! It’s a given that after completing 12th standard, career options are many. And if you know which line of business you wish to undertake, then you are lucky. Having said that, do you plan to plan to sit for Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) next year? If you remember last week we shared a couple of interesting study hacks to top this competitive exam; t

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OUSTATHON 2015 | What students, teachers and team OUST are saying!

Shrikant Latkar

Sep 18, 2015
3 min

OUSTATHON 2015 | What students, teachers and team OUST are saying!

OUSTATHON 2015, the one-of-its-kind mobile challenge that began with lots of zeal and fervor last month is now coming to a close. Sponsored by Rotary E-Club of 3170, Belgaum and Rotary Mysore Midtown, the contest witnessed 100% participation from students of class ninth and tenth. Based on Karnataka syllabus, the Oustathon included three subjects—Math, Science and Social Science. After covering 16 schools across Mysore and Belgaum including B.K. Model High School and St. Paul

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The Ultimate Guide To Cracking KCET 2016 (for students and parents)

Shrikant Latkar

Sep 16, 2015
4 min

The Ultimate Guide To Cracking KCET 2016 (for students and parents)

According to Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), over 1.5 lac students sat for Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted on May 12 and May 13 this year. Held at 53 places, spread all over Karnataka, this competitive exam is carried out for the admission of students interested in taking up Medical, Engineering, Technology and Dental courses. The KCET paper mostly comprises the 10+1 and 10+2 syllabus. With K-CET mock tests slated to begin from the month of October, tension is ri

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