BAPI 002 and 003 Online Practical Counselling on 30.03.2024

Main ideas and concepts conveyed

• Purpose of the session: An IGNOU Delhi Region online practical counselling session to guide students on completing the practical component of the Certificate in Organic Farming (course connected to BDP / BA/BCom skill-integrated courses).
• Why it matters: Students need guidance on:
  • how to do the practical exercises,
  • how to collect data,
  • how to write/compile the practical report, and
  • how/where to submit it to complete the course.

Course structure (as stated)

• The practical component is part of four-credit courses.
• 50% theoretical + 50% practical.

Key resources available to students

• A practical manual is available on e-Gyankosh (links provided via email and shared during the session).
• Practical instructions are exercise-by-exercise inside the manual.

Core assessment logic (as stated)

• Marks are awarded based on the submitted report (not on an additional practical test for this activity).
• Students should ensure the report is:
  • complete,
  • handwritten,
  • properly analyzed, and
  • submitted by the deadline.

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Methodology / instructions (detailed bullets)

A) Before starting the practical report

• Read the practical manual at least twice.
• For each exercise:
  • Read each exercise twice after locating it in the manual.
  • Follow the step-wise instructions exactly as written.
• Prepare materials:
  • a pen and a small notebook for notes/data collection,
  • a way to record evidence:
    • Photos (preferred), or
    • if photos aren’t possible: sketch/illustration and optionally other proof (as described below).

B) Practical data collection method (the “outlet visit” exercise)

• Visit an organic outlet near you (examples mentioned: “organic outlets”, “Jaiti products”, similar shops).
• If possible, consult vendors about:
  • products available,
  • prices/rates,
  • which products are in high demand,
  • and collect/store the needed information as per the manual’s exercise format.
• If visiting vendors:
  • be respectful and don’t cause trouble or anger shopkeepers.

Evidence requirements:

• Ask if you can take a photo.
• If the vendor refuses:
  • take a photo of the required item/subject if possible; otherwise
  • take an alternative evidence option (e.g., a related printout/photo evidence).
• Attach supporting material to strengthen the report (the session specifically mentioned attaching printed photo/evidence if photo is refused).

Language support:

• Students can explain/ask in English if required (while many students are Hindi/medium).

C) Report writing and formatting rules (very emphasized)

• Write in your own handwriting:
  • Do not type the report.
• Use A4-sized pages (uniform and not very thin/torn easily).
• Staple/bind the report (e.g., in a binder/register).
• Minimum guidance mentioned:
  • at least 5–6 pages (and/or 15–20 pages minimum depending on how exercise pages expand).
  • a later clarification suggested either:
    • A4 pages with photos, or
    • a thin register, with enough pages (example: 25–30 pages if using a register).
• Cover page must include:
  • enrollment number,
  • name,
  • course code,
  • and a phone number (specifically mentioned).
• Report content structure (what to include):
  • background / introduction,
  • the date(s) you visited/collected data,
  • data collection details,
  • analysis and interpretation,
  • your views/opinions based on collected data.
• Strengthening requirements:
  • include photos and, if needed, small sketches/illustrations.

D) Exercise count and components

The session states students should complete:

• Two exercises (confirmed in Q&A).
• One project (project report described as an additional component).

Project description provided:

• Create a model project / project proposal related to getting funding and setting up a small organic-related initiative.
• Funding sources/schemes can include:
  • banks,
  • SHGs (self-help groups),
  • NGOs,
  • government scheme options (examples referenced: food processing schemes like “mega food park” and other scheme ideas mentioned generally).

BPI 002 clarification:

• Students with BPI 002 (“Internal Control System” / “Internal Security System”) were told they do not need to do anything related to it for the described practical requirement.

E) Practical timeline and submission deadline

• Deadline given repeatedly: Submit by 15th April so it can be evaluated and course completion can proceed.
• After submission:
  • the team will evaluate and update marks as soon as possible (no extra external deadline promised beyond internal evaluation processing).

F) Where and how to submit

• Submission locations mentioned:
  • Regional Centre Delhi-1 (Delhi One)
  • School of Agriculture (and/or via postal submission)
• Submission method:
  • Hard copy only (explicitly stated).
  • Email submission is not considered for practical acceptance (stated: sending on email will not be considered).
• If the student’s center already completed the practical:
  • still follow updates through the center; no need to redo the same component there.

G) Appointment guidance (important correction during Q&A)

• For vendor visits:
  • take a phone appointment first (don’t drop in without coordination).
• For submitting to IGNOU centers:
  • students can usually submit during Monday–Friday working hours without needing appointments (regional center logistics).

H) Academic integrity

• Do not copy other students’ reports.
• Reports may be rejected if copying occurs.

I) Assignment vs practical confusion (clarified)

• Assignments are separate from this practical report.
• Students asking about assignment question papers were directed to:
  • check the assignment link, and
  • filter/search using program code letters (e.g., “CF”, with references like “CO” / course search logic mentioned).
• If needed, they can email the team for help.
• This practical session focuses on report submission, not uploading via email.

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Speakers / sources featured (identified in the subtitles)

1. M Saklani — Regional Director, IGNOU Regional Centre Delhi One
2. Dr. Arshiya Hussain — colleague at the regional centre / mentioned as part of the panel
3. Dr. Vikas Singhal — Deputy Director / speaker guiding students for practical instructions
4. Professor S. K. Yadav — Professor of Agriculture, Former Director, School of Agriculture (IGNOU HQ); program coordinator for Certificate in Organic Farming; coordinator for IGNOU study centre for School of Agriculture
5. Anuj Rana ji — briefly referenced by name
6. Lalita ji — student asking/participating in Q&A; asked about location (Haryana, Faridabad)
7. Aashiya ji / Aashiya (ma’am) — referenced as responsible for sending/confirming links to the manual (and link posting)
8. Senior Regional Director (RC Delhi One) — M Saklani (again mentioned) — thanked at the end
9. Sonu — technical team member coordinating recording/support; also asked to switch camera on for screenshot