Transition to Online Learning at Poornaprajna Institute of Management Amidst the Covid-19 Crisis
In response to the global pandemic and the resultant closure of schools and universities across more than 160 countries, the education sector has faced an unprecedented challenge. With over 1.5 billion learners and 60.2 million teachers affected, the need for swift and effective online learning solutions has become paramount. Poornaprajna Institute of Management (PIM) has taken a proactive approach to this challenge by embracing virtual education in the wake of the Covid-19 disruption to the traditional education calendar. With uncertainty surrounding when normalcy will return, the institute has turned to technology to ensure seamless learning continues. To facilitate this transition, Google's advanced Hangouts platform has become instrumental in delivering online education to PIM students. Leveraging G Suite for Education, PIM is utilizing the Google Hangouts platform to facilitate remote learning. Dr. Bharathi Karanth initiated the first online class, which was joined by Dr. Sure...