Structure of the CDs |
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The CDs will deal with one theme each, and will have a
uniform design and functioning. Shunning dry scholarship,
they convey a concrete grasp of the topic illustrated through
multimedia material presented in a structured way and accessible
through separate areas on the CD:
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Auditorium |
Will offer: |
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a 45-minute introductory lecture (with recorded commentary
in at least two voices) integrating visuals, maps, charts,
video clips, animations, etc.
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additional video clips when available. |
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Library |
Will contain: |
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an illustrated paper corresponding to the introductory
lecture |
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more photographs and illustrations when available |
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for more advanced research, a selection of articles
/ papers (with permission from the authors) |
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extracts from / full text of select books (with permission
from the authors, or from the public domain) |
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a bibliography |
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suggested Internet resources of quality. |
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Student's Corner |
The most important area. It will open
with a choice of two levels - beginner and intermediate -
and will include: |
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why and how the CD's theme is relevant to a knowledge
and practical understanding of today's India |
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a series of 10 to 20 graded lessons, with "points
to remember" and numerous links to the CD's dictionary,
to Who's Who, etc. |
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self-grading series of questions and answers, with answers
supplied by the software on the student's demand |
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learn to think: design your own experiments or lines
of research; as examples, a few questions and riddles
will be provided with only general guidance |
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games based on the theme: crosswords, map-based games,
quizzes, etc. |
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Teacher's Corner |
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This area aims at training a teacher on the CD's theme.
It can be used not only by teachers but also by school /
college managements. It will contain:
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suggestions for teacher training |
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how to integrate important points from the CD's theme
in the teacher's regular classes (if possible, with
links to the CBSE / ICSE curricula on a year-to-year
basis) |
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series of graded questions and answers (two levels:
beginner and intermediate) |
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topics for research projects (especially of the kind
that will relate to today's India) |
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themes for debates with students on the CD's theme |
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suggestions of other extracurricular activities, including
dramas, visits to sites, museums, events, etc. |
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misconceptions / pitfalls / stereotypes to be avoided
on the particular theme. |
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Parents' Corner |
This area will tell parents: |
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how their child will benefit from the study of this
theme |
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how to guide their child through the CD and monitor
progress |
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suggestions for discussions with the child |
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suggested activities: research at home or outside. |
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Who's who |
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A list of brief portraits of important figures who have
contributed to the particular theme - great scientists,
statesmen, litterateurs, thinkers, mythical or historical
figures, etc. |
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Did You know ? |
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A few striking facts and figures designed to whet the
user's appetite. |
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Dictionary |
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At least 100 brief entries (500-700 words each) dealing
with the CD's theme |
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a list of technical words (English and Indian languages
such as Sanskrit or Tamil). |
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Search |
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A search engine to quickly locate material on the CD. |
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