IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University

Yes, as part of the training and the BEd course there are also workshops conducted. These workshops play a significant role in the syllabus, it focuses on skill development in teaching methods, lesson planning, and resource creation. These interactive workshops sessions offer collaborative learning opportunities and practical exposure.

The IGNOU BEd course is recognised by the NCTE and is widely accepted. The programme integrates inclusive education which is a key focus in through its syllabus, which emphasizes strategies to teach students with diverse needs. For students who get enrolled for the IGNOU BEd course, they will be taught on understanding children with disabilities, differentiated instruction, and approaches to creating an inclusive learning environment, enabling educators to cater to all learners effectively.

Aspiring B.Ed. College students at IGNOU must maintain a bachelor's degree or a higher degree from a recognised university or institution with not less than 50% aggregate marks.

IGNOU offers a distance-based Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme designed to develop teaching skills for upper primary, secondary, and senior secondary levels, with a focus on practical application and critical reflection on educational perspectives. 

The total tuition fee for the IGNOU B.Ed programme is INR 55,000, which is payable in two installments of INR 27,500 per year.

To become a clinical psychologist in India after completing an MA in Psychology from IGNOU, you need to take  an MPhil or MPsy (Clinical Psychology) degree from a Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) recognised institution and after you can register for RCL to get the license.

IGNOU offers admissions to various programs through entrance exams, but not for all programs. Entrance examination requirements apply to about twenty-five percent of the educational programs at IGNOU with MBA, MCA, B.Ed and M.Ed among them. The entrance exams happen during January and July sessions with almost 2-3 Lacs participants. The entrance exam fees at IGNOU vary between INR 600 and INR 1,000 according to programme selection. Some IGNOU programs allow meritorious candidates to enroll through assessment of their academic records for their previous schooling grades.

Yes, IGNOU offers various MBA programmes. The PG course is available in different specialisations, including Banking & Finance, General MBA, Financial Management, HRM, Marketing Management and Operations Management. Candidates seeking admission to an MBA at IGNOU must hold a valid bachelor's degree passed with at least 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories). Earlier, admission was through an entrance test. Now, the university may select candidates on a merit-basis. 

An online BA from IGNOU is a three-year programme, divided into six semesters. It is not possible to complete this online degree in one year from this institute.  

The cost of online BA from IGNOU is INR 21K in six semesters.  In addition, the registration fee is INR 300, and exam fee per subject is INR 200.