Dr. CV Raman University, Institute of Open and Distance Education, Bilaspur

Institute of Open and Distance Education Awards

• Awarded ‘Best University Trophy’ by Sadhna News School.
• Awarded ‘Young Achievers Award’ by News 18 Channel.
• Awarded ‘Best in Skill Development’ for academic and innovative approaches in talent grooming of youth.
• Awarded ‘Smart University Trophy’ by Sadhna News Channel.

Institute of Open and Distance Education Facilities

The distance learning program is different from conventional learning. Some of the facilities provided by IODE are as follows:

• Study material is dispatched to the learners in a timely manner. The study material provided is prepared by subject matter experts. These are dispatched to the registered learners within a month of registration. 
• Assignment questions are dispatched to the learners in a similar manner. 
• Most of the education happens in the form of distance learning, but there is face to face interaction when needed.
• Self-instructional: The study material provided is written in a self-instructional style. 
• Audio-Visual Aids: Audio and Video CDs are provided to the learners in order to make learning easier for students. Each video is 25-30 minutes long. 
• Counseling sessions: Counselling sessions are held after regular working hours and when the learner needs it. 
• Teleconference and Videoconference are provided as well. Other modes of communication used are SMS, email, etc. Everything is done to ensure that the learner gets all the support they need. 
• Self-assessment exercises are there at the end of each unit.
• There are also tutor evaluations.

Why Join the Institute of Open and Distance Education?

• The flexibility of individual study and flexibility in terms of time and place of study.
• The latest information and communication technology is used. 
• The programs are cost-effective.
• Studies are done in a modular format. 
• The courses and programs are updated regularly to be socially and educationally relevant.
• We combine conventional learning and distance learning.
• Making higher education available to those who cannot usually reach it. 
• The professional education provided is need and knowledge-based.