Comprehensive Report on Spoken Tutorial Program by IIT Bombay

Session 2024–25

Introduction

The Spoken Tutorial Project, developed by IIT Bombay, is a national initiative under the National Mission on Education through ICT (NMEICT), Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides self-paced, audio-video learning tutorials in multiple Indian languages for various free and open-source software (FOSS) and programming tools.

In alignment with the Government of India’s Digital India mission, Maharishi University of Information Technology partnered with IIT Bombay for the academic session 2024–25 to offer Spoken Tutorial modules to students across departments and campuses.

Program Objectives

• To empower students with essential software skills using an interactive, flexible, and accessible learning format.
• To introduce industry-demanded open-source technologies in a structured academic framework.
• To support skill-based learning, aligned with NEP 2020 guidelines.
• To bridge the gap between academia and industry by enhancing technical competence.

Execution Strategy at MUIT

• Orientation Sessions were held for students and faculty to explain the goals and benefits of the Spoken Tutorial program.
• Registration drives were conducted department-wise with the support of dedicated coordinators.
• Students were given access to the Spoken Tutorial platform where they could watch tutorials, take assignments, and appear for certification exams.
• Faculty mentors guided students throughout the learning journey and resolved academic and technical doubts.
• Weekly progress was tracked using reports generated by IIT Bombay’s portal.

Participation Statistics

Total Students Enrolled	4000
Departments Covered	Engineering, Management, Science & Humanities, Pharmaceutical Science, Science of Consciousness, journalism and mass communication etc.
Modules Offered	15+
Top Modules Opted	Python, C++, Java, LibreOffice, PHP
Certification Exams Conducted	Odd Sem, Even Sem
Certificates Issued (IIT Bombay)	3,600+

Modules Completed

• Python Programming – Widely chosen across all tech departments due to its industry relevance.
• LibreOffice Suite (Writer, Calc, Impress) – Popular among non-technical students.
• C and C++ Programming – Chosen primarily by engineering students.
• LaTeX – Adopted by postgraduates and research scholars for documentation.
• Blender and GIMP – Encouraged among creative and design-oriented students.

Student Achievements and Testimonials

“Learning Python through Spoken Tutorial helped me crack a coding interview with confidence. The certification from IIT Bombay added great value to my resume.”
– Saikat Guha B. Tech

“The flexibility of learning at my own pace was a game-changer. LibreOffice tutorials were simple yet veryeffective.”
– Kushal Kumar, BBA 2nd Year

“The certification has boosted my technical profile on platforms like LinkedIn and Naukri.”
– Khushi kumari MBA 1st Year

Impact and Benefits

• Improved employability skills among students with hands-on exposure.
• Development of a coding culture and appreciation for open-source software.
• Certified skill development with validation from a premier institution like IIT Bombay.
• Encouraged peer-to-peer learning and mentoring within departments.

Future Plans (Session 2025–26)

• Targeting 100% participation of eligible students.
• Organizing inter-departmental competitions based on module learning.
• Creating Spoken Tutorial Clubs for continuous engagement.
• Linking certifications with internship opportunities and placement training.

Conclusion

The Spoken Tutorial Program by IIT Bombay, implemented at Maharishi University of Information Technology during the 2024–25 session, has been a resounding success. With the participation of over 4,000 students, the initiative has not only enhanced technical capabilities but also fostered a culture of self-learning and certification.

The university looks forward to scaling this initiative, making it an integral part of its skill development and academic framework, contributing to the vision of a Digitally Empowered India.

Acknowledgements

We express sincere gratitude to Vice-Chancellor Prof (Dr) Bhanu Pratap Singh, Registrar Dr Girish Chhimwal, Dean Academics Dr Neeraj Jain, Deputy Dean Academics Dr Kalyan Acharjya, all Deans, all faculty organisers Dr. Vikas Kumar Shukla, Ms Deepika, Ms. Preeti Naval, Ms. Monika, Ms. Ankita Thakur faculty members, Sr. AO, Dr Rajesh Singh and IT Team for their unwavering support and encouragement in facilitating this event.

Report Prepared By:
Rashmi Rakesh
Program Coordinator, Spoken Tutorial – IIT Bombay
Maharishi University of Information Technology