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Source: The post is based on the article “SATHEE: Ministry of Education asks States to encourage use of online coaching platform” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd November 2023
Why in the News?
The Ministry of Education has asked States to encourage aspirants to utilize the newly launched portal for exam preparation named SATHEE.
What is SATHEE?
| Specifications | Details |
| What is it | It is an open learning platform available to students at no cost. |
| Launched by | Ministry of Education in association with IIT Kanpur |
| Full Form | Self Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams |
| Aim | To help students gain access to training and coaching for competitive examinations for free. |
| Key Features | 1) Learning from in-depth video lectures by professors from IIT, AIIMS, etc. 2) Get access to forums/mentors for doubt clearing and problems solution. 3) Test your knowledge with topics /subjects /complete tests. 4) Integrated AI chatbot helps students align their learning needs. |
| Languages available in | Currently, digital learning material on the platform is available in four languages — English, Hindi, Odia, and Telugu. Plan is to extend it to 13 languages. |
| Significance | 1) The platform will help the students who are not able to afford the costly entrance exam guidance and coaching. 2) The initiative is in line with the National Education Policy, with the goal to provide inclusive and high quality education. |
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