Open learning institutes embrace tech through apps, conversations

Twitter and Slack are not as popular for learning modules or coordination

Institutes of open learning face the issue of retaining and attracting students. Now, technology might be coming to their rescue.

In addition to the more popular platforms such as Facebook and WhatsApp, Kolktata-based Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) has partnered Schoolguru Eduserve, an online learning services company. It has installed the latter’s social networking platform Qube, which allows students from each of the classes to interact, discuss and share notes.

“Once the university introduced its app-based online learning platform, Lurningo (based on Qube), the solution has been an instant hit, with 400-500 new app log-ins (additional students downloading the app) every week.