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“<\/span>Who dares to teach must never cease to learn.”<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

– John Cotton Dana<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Up until March 2020, the words’ education’ and ‘classroom’ conjured up similar images. A room full of students, sitting on their desks and chairs. A teacher writes on the board while explaining concepts side by side. And above all, a collaborative environment where everyone was eager to learn and have fun with each other.<\/span><\/p>\n

Post the lockdown, this image has changed completely. Instead of classes, now chat rooms are full of students. Teachers are using online platforms in place of chalks and blackboards. But what is constant is the eagerness to teach and learn from each other. This change would have been much more severe, if not for the early ‘adapters’ of the education sector.<\/span><\/p>\n

Companies, institutions and individuals in the education sector didn’t let the lockdown affect them. We had teachers and home tutors who modified their methods to teach online. Some companies came up with resources that assist online education. And finally, many institutions took their operations online so that learning wouldn’t stop.<\/span><\/p>\n

With edtech being the norm of 2020’s education sphere, Razorpay is here to help all online educators. From instant payments to easy checkouts, read this article to explore how we can assist you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Online education: India’s new normal during lockdown<\/span><\/h2>\n

The lockdown in India imposed on the 24th of March has impacted around 0.32 billion students, according to UNESCO.<\/p>\n

Shutting the doors of educational institutions due to the pandemic did not imply closing the doors to education. This is when India instantly and effectively accepted online education as the way out.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the pre-COVID time, India was slowly progressing towards online learning. Online learning refers to offering courses beyond school learning, which are entirely virtual. This includes sites like Coursera, Vedantu and UpGrad, which offer massively open online courses (MOCC).<\/span><\/p>\n

However, what we saw post-lockdown was a rise in online education. According to indiaeducation.net, Online Education is any form of learning where students use their home computers and the internet to study. For the current context, this included schools taking their classes online and tuition sessions being held via video conferencing.<\/span><\/p>\n

Delving deeper into online education in India<\/span><\/h2>\n

Here are some statistics which showcase the rising popularity of online education in India, especially after March 2020.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • As per Businesswire, the online education market in India is expected to grow by USD 14.33 billion during 2020-2024.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Community by Nasscom Insights notes that a 50% rise has been observed in the engagement level of students during the lockdown period.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • BARC India and Nielsen, in a recent report, mention that there has been a 30% increase in the time spent on education apps on smartphones since the lockdown.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • A survey conducted by The Wire reveals that 45% of students are availing online private tuitions to follow-up with school studies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    [bctt tweet=”Recent reports show that there has been a 30% increase in the time spent by students on education apps on smartphones since the lockdown.” username=”Razorpay”]<\/p>\n

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been vocal about how online classes are becoming a “culture” in India amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. In his I-Day speech, the PM said, “…digital transaction and online classes, all of it is the new norm now”.<\/span><\/p>\n

    [bctt tweet=”With rising internet penetration, it seems like online education is here to stay. What upcoming and current education stakeholders need today is a robust operating system in place.” username=”Razorpay”]<\/p>\n

    With learning going digital, your business set-up also needs to be digital and secure.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The check-list for effective online education\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Many educators, from school teachers to tuition masters, felt the need to take their teaching online, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Whether you are a first-time online educator or an experienced business, navigating the online education space can be a little tricky. Here are some must-have aspects of practical online education spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

    High-quality video content<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Video-based learning is primarily what drives online education. This can be in the form of live sessions over video conferencing apps. Sometimes, pre-recorded video lessons are also available, which gives students an option to view them anytime. As an educator, always ensure that the video quality is clear, understandable and hassle-free to provide an excellent experience for your students.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Live classes:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0If you are a tutor or school teacher who interacts with students in live sessions, use video conferencing apps like Zoom or Google Meet. To inculcate an interactive video learning experience, you can also look at apps like LiveBoard Interactive Whiteboard and Google Classroom<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Pre-recorded sessions:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0To record your video lecture, you will need proper lighting, a microphone and a webcam or built-in camera. Softwares like Podia and Panopto help in efficient recording and editing of the final video<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Efficient scheduling systems<\/span><\/h3>\n

      Online sessions can be overwhelming for both the teacher and the student, if not planned effectively. In the post-lockdown months, students are feeling burdened with different online classes.<\/span><\/p>\n

      According to a study undertaken by The Wire, students today are being subjected to screen time of 5-10 hours daily for educational purposes.<\/p>\n

      If you are an online educator, then you must plan your day keeping in mind your student groups.\u00a0<\/span>Whether you are an individual tutor or part of an edtech venture, always keep time aside for doubt sessions and breather activities. This helps in reducing the pressures of continuous online classes for students.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Robust payment systems<\/span><\/h3>\n

      Earlier, schools and colleges used to depend on physical banking, cheques and demand drafts for fee payments. Tutors relied on cash payments or credit systems. The payment systems of edtech ventures weren’t ready to handle the massive influx of customers post lockdown.<\/span><\/p>\n

      With education going online, payment systems also have to change. Every educator and venture that is going online needs a secure and robust platform for accepting payments. Switching from offline payments<\/a> to online methods can seem daunting. But with the perfect payment partner, it can be a smooth-sailing experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

      At Razorpay, we have a diverse and efficient product suite for all your needs. Explore our different online payment options to make your online teaching experience seamless.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Razorpay for online education: The perfect payments solution<\/span><\/h2>\n

      If you are looking for a safe and efficient way to conduct digital transactions for your online education venture, then search no more. Razorpay’s products are designed to make online transactions<\/a> quick and secure. This means that you can focus on your business venture without worrying about payment-related formalities.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Let us take an example to understand the products better. Sheela Sharma is a 35-year old tutor, residing in Pitampura area of New Delhi. After a brief stint at teaching, she started tutoring the kids in her neighbourhood. The income from tuitions assisted her financially while allowing her to pursue her passion for teaching.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Since the lockdown commenced, no parent was willing to send their children for tuitions. She was quick to adapt to the times and started taking online classes on Zoom. However, she still needed an easy and efficient way to accept payments online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Let’s see how Razorpay’s different products can help her in specialised ways.<\/span><\/p>\n