2024-06-20
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Central government PENs a new system to check student dropouts and streamline migration
Unique ID to Track Students & Reduce Dropouts: How PEN Will Revolutionize Education in India
Central government PENs a new system to check student dropouts and streamline migration
In an effort to update the education system and resolve long-standing problems, the federal government has introduced a new program - the Permanent Education Number (PEN). This special 11-digit identification for each student is designed to reduce student dropout rates and make the often complicated process of changing schools easier.
Before the PEN system, managing student information was done through a patchwork of systems, with transfer certificates and various documents leading to delays and difficulties for parents moving to new areas. The PEN system, introduced through the UDISE+ portal, provides a unified approach. This not only makes transferring schools simpler but also ensures that student records are consistent and easily accessible throughout their schooling, from early childhood to higher education. The PEN system does more than just make processes smoother. It serves as a comprehensive system for tracking students across the country, enabling officials to keep an eye on their progress and spot students who might be at risk of dropping out. This openness allows the government to customize educational programs and offer targeted help to students who are struggling.
Many experts see the PEN system as a game-changer for the Indian education system. Making transfers easier could encourage parents to keep their children in school, while the ability to monitor student progress could lead to early action to stop dropouts. With its emphasis on making decisions based on data, the PEN system is a major step forward in creating a more effective and supportive educational environment.
Before the PEN system, managing student information was done through a patchwork of systems, with transfer certificates and various documents leading to delays and difficulties for parents moving to new areas. The PEN system, introduced through the UDISE+ portal, provides a unified approach. This not only makes transferring schools simpler but also ensures that student records are consistent and easily accessible throughout their schooling, from early childhood to higher education. The PEN system does more than just make processes smoother. It serves as a comprehensive system for tracking students across the country, enabling officials to keep an eye on their progress and spot students who might be at risk of dropping out. This openness allows the government to customize educational programs and offer targeted help to students who are struggling.
Many experts see the PEN system as a game-changer for the Indian education system. Making transfers easier could encourage parents to keep their children in school, while the ability to monitor student progress could lead to early action to stop dropouts. With its emphasis on making decisions based on data, the PEN system is a major step forward in creating a more effective and supportive educational environment.
