Campus Life:
Campus life in IGNOU is very different from regular universities because it is an open and distance learning institution. There are no daily classes, fixed hostels, or a traditional campus crowd. Still, IGNOU has its own environment that gives flexibility and independence. Most of the interaction happens through online classes, study centers, and regional centers. The university does organize orientation programs, workshops, and some cultural activities at regional centers, but they are not as frequent as annual fests in regular colleges.
In terms of study resources, IGNOU provides a very good support system for students. At the time of admission, you can choose whether you want printed study material, which is delivered free of cost to your address, or only soft copies. The printed materials are very detailed and designed for self-study, which is a strong point of IGNOU. Apart from that, IGNOU offers eGyankosh, a digital platform where almost all course materials, previous year papers, and assignments are uploaded and available free for students. Along with this, IGNOU has an e-library facility that gives access to e-books, journals, and academic resources which can be accessed anytime online. These resources are extremely helpful since regular classroom teaching is limited. Overall, the library and study material support is one of the strongest parts of IGNOU.
As for classroom and technological provisions, IGNOU conducts live online sessions and also uploads recorded video lectures on platforms like SWAYAM Prabha, Gyandarshan, and YouTube. Students can also access the IGNOU mobile app for materials, notifications, and assignments. At the regional centers, study centers are available where weekend classes, counseling, or doubt-solving sessions are organized. The facilities are basic but enough for the purpose of distance education.
When it comes to sports and extracurricular activities, IGNOU does not have a regular sports culture like traditional universities.
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