Wanted Exam to be More Engaging: IIT Kanpur on ‘Kejriwal & Mann Ki Baat’ Question
Exams can be a daunting experience for students, and making them engaging is a challenge that many educators face. Recently, a question paper from IIT Kanpur went viral, and it’s not because of the complexity of the questions, but rather its unique and creative approach. The question, which asked students to design a filter for Arvind Kejriwal to help him listen to PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ after his Delhi poll loss, left many scratching their heads.
But, is this question a one-off or is it a part of a larger effort to make exams more engaging? News18 spoke to IIT Kanpur to get to the bottom of this quirky question.
The question, which was part of the institute’s Electrical Engineering department’s exam, was designed by a professor who likes to use references to well-known personalities to make exam questions more engaging. The professor, who wished to remain anonymous, believes that this approach helps students connect with the subject matter on a more personal level.
“We use references to well-known personalities to make exam questions more engaging and to encourage students to think creatively,” the professor said.
So, why did the professor choose Arvind Kejriwal and ‘Mann Ki Baat’ as the subject of the question? According to the professor, it was because Kejriwal is a well-known figure in Indian politics and ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is a popular radio program.
“We chose Arvind Kejriwal because he is a well-known figure in Indian politics, and ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is a popular radio program. We thought that this would be a unique and engaging way to ask students to design a filter,” the professor said.
The professor also believes that this approach helps students develop their problem-solving skills and encourages them to think creatively.
“By using real-world references, we are able to make the exam questions more relevant and engaging. This approach also helps students develop their problem-solving skills and encourages them to think creatively,” the professor said.
However, not everyone was impressed with the question. Many took to social media to express their disappointment and frustration with the exam question.
“I was expecting a tough exam question, but this was ridiculous! Who designs a filter for a politician?” one student tweeted.
“I don’t think it’s fair to ask students to design a filter for a politician. It’s not relevant to our course material,” another student said.
Despite the mixed reactions, the professor behind the question believes that it was a success.
“We received a lot of positive feedback from students who enjoyed the question. It was a unique and engaging way to ask students to design a filter,” the professor said.
The professor also believes that this approach can be used in other exams and courses.
“We can use this approach in other exams and courses. It’s a great way to make exam questions more engaging and relevant,” the professor said.
In conclusion, while the question from IIT Kanpur may have been unconventional, it’s clear that the professor behind the question was trying to make exams more engaging and relevant. By using real-world references and encouraging students to think creatively, the professor believes that students are able to develop their problem-solving skills and connect with the subject matter on a more personal level.
As for Kejriwal, it’s not clear if he will actually be able to tune into ‘Mann Ki Baat’ with the filter designed by the students. But, one thing is for sure – the question has sparked a lot of interest and debate, and it will be interesting to see if other educators follow suit.
