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Astronomy course
A short duration, 3-days-a-week, evening course in basic Astronomy called ''General Astronomy'' will be conducted at MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research (MPBIFR), Bangalore from January 10, 2012 to February 2, 2012. This course is open to all with no restrictions on age or educational background. The classes will be held from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
The syllabus includes the basics involved in understanding astronomical concepts like identification of constellations, measurement of brightness and distances of stars and so on. Interactive lectures for all theory classes are delivered at the premises of the Institute.
The application forms may be obtained from MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Campus, 43/1 Race Course Road, Bangalore – 560001. The number of seats is limited to 30. Ph: 080-2238 5956; Telefax: 080-2238 5957; Email: gsdbabu@gmail.com; sreesuji@gmail.com
Address: MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Campus, 43/1 Race Course Road, Bangalore – 560001.
Publishing programme
The Seagull School of Publishing, Kolkata has announced a certificate programme in publishing that includes editing, design and production. The application process begins on January 1, 2012.
The last date to apply is February 15, 2012. Admission to the programme requires a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Individuals who want to explore publishing as a career or who are already a part of the publishing industry can apply for the course.
Publishing entrepreneurs, professional and amateur writers, graphic designers, mid-career professionals are also encouraged to apply. The course is scheduled from April to July 2012. Apply online at the school’s website: www.seagullschool.org. For further queries, write to contact@seagullschool.org
Knowledge conference
FLAME is organising the Knowledge Globalization Conference 2012 (KGC 2012) from January 5 to 7, 2012 at the FLAME Campus, Pune, in association with Suffolk University, Sawyer Business School, Boston, USA & Knowledge Globalization Institute, USA.
The Symposium will bring together researchers and practitioners from across the globe. The key objective of the forum is to discuss contemporary issues in knowledge globalisation that influence business, education, government, society, and the economy.
The theme of the KGC 2012 is ‘Managing Challenges of Emerging Economies’. Delegate registrations are open until January 5, 2012. For further details, visit: http://www.flame.edu.in/knowledge-globalization-conference.
Counselling in nine languages
AVAGMAH Online School (AOS) has announced career counseling for students in nine languages. AOS has deployed dedicated student counselors to handle queries from students in English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Bihari and Nepali.
The teams of experienced counselors guide working professionals from various parts of India to make right continuing education choices which will help them meet their professional goals.
For counseling, the students can call toll free number 1800-4250-247 which is open during business hours round the week. Depending on the language the student is comfortable with they will be connected to the counselor who speaks the respective language.
Free coaching for IITJEE
Forum for Excellence in Education, a trust for promoting quality in education, will provide free coaching for IITJEE (2012-2014) by selecting up to 30 super merit students (SMS-30). SMS-30 of Bangalore is a project to recognise and reward merit.
A Talent Search Test (TST) will be conducted to select merit students. They will go through a comprehensive learning experience and will be ready not only for IITJEE, but also for other entrance examinations like AIEEE, CET etc., in addition to the Board Examinations
Students appearing for SSLC/10th exams in March/April, 2012 can register for the TST, by e-mail, by post or in person at the Forum office. Last date for registration is January 7, 2011.
The TST will be on January 15, 2012. For further information, contact: Forum for Excellence in Education, 48/7, 13th Cross/8th Main, Malleswaram, Bangalore - 560 003. Phone: 23348199, 41280407, 9341257638. E-mail: ffeie2009@gmail.com; jramakrishna@airtelmail.in
