Golden rules to choose a right institute

Competitive exams are not a cake walk and one would not be successful in cracking them byself-studies. They are different and eventrickier than the school board exams.

To compete in such exams, one needs to have an analytical mind that is capable of thinking and developing ideas and understanding the core concepts and their applications.

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Anyone who imagines they can work alone winds up surrounded by nothing but rivals, without companions. The fact is, no one ascends alone - Lance Armstrong

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Therefore, a coaching institute becomes necessary to provide the optimum launch platform to help achieve their dreams.

However, maintaining a balance in both dimensions- school examinations and entrances exams simultaneously is an arduous challenging task for a student.

A coaching institute would provide an ideal preparation and timely training, where onelearns to make the most out of time available forintegrated preparations.

It is largely accepted fact that, the students may not be able to develop the skills and competencies required for these exams in the schoolor by themselves, whereas a dedicatedcoaching institute of repute will provide the adequate right guidance and hone the analytical skills necessary to tackle such highly competitive examinations.

How to take a right decision?
Today there are large numbers of coaching institutes proclaiming to be the best. One has to be wise in taking a decision and choose the right and best for his or her child. A good coaching institute should be equipped to suffice the requirement of the students, while pushing them towards their goal.

Parents should understand the need of the hour and act by the facts, true indicators and not get carried away by the false promises of the institute. Hence, parents should seek a coaching institute that caters to all their needs.

In such a scenario, where every second coaching institute claims to be supreme, choosing an apt coaching centre can be a daunting job for parents. Therefore, it is advisable for the parents to take few rubrics into account before they take a decision.

Results and feedback
The results and the feedback on the basis of consistent achievements, success trail and testimonials should be taken into consideration.

The ability of the students to crack the exams such as, IIT JEE, NTSE, OLYPIADS and SAT contributes to the success of the institutes. Hence, it is essential to have the prior information of the success rate of the institute.

Research/ track record of the institute
An in-depth knowledge of the track record of the coaching centre can be obtained by a diligent research on the institute website and other online sources available.

The track record comprises of the success story of the institute, the feedbacks from past successful stuents/parents and whether it has matched up to the expectations of the parents or not.

Alongside, the early preparation classes are among the considerable factor adding up to the credibility of the institute.

Faculty members
It is imperative to learn about the faculty members and their qualification. One should know whether they possess the required expertise and knowledge required to shape the educational graph of the students.

Recognizing this need, a good coaching institute should possess a chain of faculties enabling it to curtail the absenteeism in order to have an uninterrupted flow of classes.

Full time faculty, who have perfect pedagogical skills, years of experience and augmented acumen and expertise needed to train students for competitive examination should be taken into consideration while choosing a coaching institute.

Multiple innovative approaches to coach students in limited time available, and small batches maintained to ensure individual attention to each student, should ace up in choosing a right coaching institute.

Teaching methodology
A smart systematic and sincere preparation plays a decisive role in these exams which cannot be achieved by self-study, but a coaching centre.

It is advisable to choose an institute which actually provides Individual attention to every Student irrespective of one’s standing in the merit at any point of time.

It is important to verify, that the institute ensures the perfect study material for the students and provides skill based classroom learning. Inclusion of top quality practice assignments with different types of questions to give students a complete exposure to concepts is a must.

A comprehensive teaching methodology is essential to be adopted by the coaching institute, for the students to do well in IIT-JEE (irrespective of the pattern), Boards, KVPY, Olympiads, SAT-I, SAT-II, AP Exams, TOEFL and other Engineering Entrance Exams. This aspect plays an important criterion in establishing their credentials of good coaching institute.

Skill set learning
A good coaching institute adopts cognitive skill based learning and innovative teaching methods, which may be beneficial for the student to gain overall expertise for theprofessional and competitive exams such as, IIT JEE, NTSE, OLYPIADS and SAT.

Therefore, a smart and sincere preparation plays a decisive role in these exams which cannot be achieved by self-study, but a good coaching centre. An early preparation for subject knowledge, competitive skills and strategic learning should be taken into consideration by the parents while choosing a coaching centre.

Test student’s potential and progressive performance
The coaching institute should admit students based on innovative IQ test designed to check the potential and temperament of students for IIT-JEE. The IQ test helps in determining students’ potential and the amount of help they require during preparations.

Hence, it is recommended to take a note of whether the institute has sound intake strategy, internal evaluation programme to gauge the current preparedness for the competitive exams.

Adaptability and the wow factor
An institute can stand out in the choice list by having the best and top class study material for the students, skill based classroom learning, special mock tests, great innovative teaching style or employment opportunity.

It is mandate to learn that an institute possess a dedicated research and development team to takes care of the fact that the course structure and study material remains updated and also is well informed about the changes taking place in JEE (Advanced), JEE (Main), other Engineering Entrance Exams, Olympiads, NTSE, SAT, KVPY and makes needed changes in its course curriculum.

Flexibility and time factor
Flexibility in timings suited to student vide various combos for covering of same course is very important factor in choice of good institute.

Therefore the time factor plays a crucial role in choosing a right coaching centre. Beside medical emergencies, commuting timeand the time covered in completion of the course promised is essential too, in making a choice.

Last but not the least, flexibility in fee structure is an important aspect in choosing a coaching institute.

Therefore, students desirous of entering IITs need to follow a systematic study program by being a part of an institute which is worth it!

“Innutshell transparent intake process of admission through full proof I.Q. cum aptitude test, top world class faculty, pattern proof study material.

Innovative unique teaching methodology, personalised attention, flexibility in choice out of various offerings suiting student for same final goal, stress on integrated personality development vis-à-vis rota learning like a bookworm and regular assessment of progress made vide quizzes, tests and mock seriesand consistent outstanding results are some of important parameters in deciding the right training institute”, says Mr R.L. Trikha Director Fiitjee.