Kerala to launch ‘Scholar Connect’ platform for diaspora academic engagement
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Why in news
Kerala is launching 'Scholar Connect', a digital platform developed by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) to facilitate academic engagement with its global diaspora.
Background
The Scholar Connect platform provides a space for mentorship, guest lectures, and research collaborations between Kerala's higher education institutions and global experts. It has already attracted over 100 diaspora experts from institutions such as MIT and Queen Mary University of London.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyKSHEC: Kerala State Higher Education Council is the coordinating body for the Scholar Connect initiative.
- FactScholar Connect has attracted over 100 diaspora experts from various countries.
- S&TScholar Connect features a virtual mentorship system for faculty members to seek guidance from diaspora experts.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how leveraging the global diaspora can enhance the quality of higher education and research output in Indian states.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Knowledge transfer: Bridging the gap between global academic standards and regional institutional capacities
- Institutional synergy: Formalizing diaspora engagement through state-led digital infrastructure to foster research collaboration
Keywords: Knowledge Transfer · Human Capital · Digital Governance · Academic Collaboration · Diaspora Engagement
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