According to IGNOU officials, the new virtual channels seek to help web citizens and specially those who are enrolled in IGNOU. The channels will provide audio-video programmes based on the course-curriculum. Also, these channels will enable students to interact in real time with academic experts from various streams.
IGNOU intends to grab the benefits of fast-evolving Information and Communication Technology by switching from broadcast to the online media, under the Digital India programme. Webcasting is more financially viable as compared to commercial broadcasts.
Also, webcasts are more easily accessible as they are in the public domain, allowing students to directly access them from a convenient place. This conforms to the open education system of IGNOU.
The webcast will run on a pilot basis at first. Then, audio-video programs will be introduced along with live interactions with subject matter experts. These will be customized for specific needs of the students in association with different schools of studies as well as Regional Services Division under IGNOU.
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