In its quest to embrace the rich diversity within its student body, H.R. College has developed a system of support for students with dyslexia and other special educational needs, providing them with trained and structured assistance in achieving academic as well as personal success. The college reserves a number of seats for students with special needs as per the directives of the Maharashtra Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education and the University of Mumbai.
H.R. College strives to understand the nature of difficulties encountered by students facing learning challenges within the framework of Higher Secondary and University education, thereby helping them overcome their difficulties, explore their many talents and abilities and reach their full potential during these vital formative years.
The Special Cell - H.R. College came into existence in the Academic Year 2009 – 2010. The Cell was formally inaugurated on September 17, 2010 by Actor Aamir Khan. This cell comprises teachers, experts and parents and is active in both Junior and Degree college. Under the guidance of the teacher-in-charges, special lectures are continuously conducted in various subjects. Students with special needs attend these extra lectures to help clear their doubts and fare better in examinations.
The academic year begins with meetings with dyslexic and students who need special assistance to motivate them to be part of Special Cell activities like guidance from subject teachers, workshops, library sessions etc. The Cell invites subject specialists with the objectives of clearing doubts, providing guidelines and standard answering formats for ATKT students, Dyslexic and academically weaker students. The cell updates students regarding special lectures, library sessions etc. through messages and meetings.
ACTIVITIES 2022-23
ONE ON ONE INTERACTIVE ACTIVITY WITH SPECIALLY-ABLED STUDENTS
October 2 - December 31, 2022 Attendees: 09
Special cell of HR College organised ‘One-on-One Interactive Sessions’ with specially-abled students. These sessions were curated to help students with their studies and provide assistance with regards to academics and personal development and growth.
MATHEMATICS SESSION OF BRIDGE COURSES
December 13, 2022 Attendees: 19
Special Cell of H.R. College of Commerce & Economics held a Mathematics session for H.R. College students under the guidance of Mathematics expert and faculty Ms. Shubhada Kanchan. The session took place as part of 'Bridge Courses', which included the fundamentals of Mathematics and Accounts.
The session started with a basic introduction to mathematics. Annuities such as fixed, variable and indexed annuities were covered in the session. The Ms. Kanchan interacted with students while solving the problems of annuity. She taught students about the magic of annuity, such as tips to solve the sums and how to enjoy it. The session ended with a formal vote of thanks.
ACCOUNTS SESSION OF BRIDGE COURSES
December 15, 2022 Attendees: 12
Special Cell of H.R. College of Commerce & Economics held an Accounts session for H.R. College Students under the guidance of Ms. Simran Kalyani who is a cell coordinator and an assistant professor in the accountancy department. The session took place as part of 'Bridge Courses', which includes the fundamentals of mathematics and accounts.
The session started with a basic introduction to accounts. Ms. Simran Kalyani dived deeper into the concepts of accounts and gave participants a good understanding of topics such as - Basics of Accounts, Ledger, Bank Reconciliation & Depreciation Accounting. Students from various courses joined the interactive session. The session ended with a formal vote of thanks.
ACCOUNTS SESSION OF BRIDGE COURSES
December 20, 2022 Attendees: 12
Special Cell of H.R. College of Commerce & Economics held an accounts session for H.R. College students under the guidance of accounting expert Ms. Prachi Ahuja.
This was the continuing session of Accounts organized by Special Cell, where Ms. Prachi Ahuja dived deeper into the concepts of accounts and gave participants a good understanding of topics such as - Depreciation Accounting, Bank Reconciliation, Investment Accounting.
The explanation included accounting treatments, concept explanation, examples, etc. The session was very informative as well as interactive. The session ended with a formal vote of thanks.
MATHEMATICS SESSION OF BRIDGE COURSES
December 23, 2022 Attendees: 9
Special Cell of H.R. College of Commerce & Economics held a Mathematics session for H.R. College students under the guidance of Mathematics expert Ms. Shubhada Kanchan.
This was the continuing session of Mathematics organized by Special Cell, where Ms. Shubhadha Kanchan dived deeper into the concepts of Mathematics and gave participants a good understanding of topics such as - Functions, Derivatives and Applications of derivatives. The extremely interactive session ended with a formal vote of thanks.
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ACTIVITIES 2021-2022
ONE-ON-ONE INTERACTIVE SESSION
August 25, 2021 onwards Participants 30+
The Special Cell Committee started with its very first activity for the academic year 2021-22, which was a 'One-On-One Interactive Session'. In this session, the Committee students were approached by one of the Committee heads to have a friendly conversation on a one-on-one basis. This was done to get to know the members in a better way and to make them more comfortable around the committee to avoid any future hesitation.
Concluding the students enjoyed the session. They also shared with us their pandemic experiences, hobbies, their outstanding skills, etc. and they requested us to do such sessions more often with them in the future.
ANNUAL SPORTS MEET
March 24 & 25, 2022
Special cell in collaboration with the Alumni Association participated in the Annual Sports Meet, organized by The Sports Council of the college. The students and committee members were enthusiastic and keen to participate in the offline sports meet. The Special Cell secured the first podium (Gold) in the most unique and enthralling event of the year 'Handball Hustle'.
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ACTIVITIES 2020-2021
DEGREE COLLEGE
The Special Cell caters to all the students enrolled for the three years of undergraduate degree. The cell ensures that students are provided appropriate assistance and guidance on exam and academic performance related matters. The Special Cell also conducts remedial lectures after class hours with teachers who help students in particular subjects. In collaboration with Maths Club, special cell encourages students of F.Y. courses to enrol for guidance lectures on mathematics and statistics.
Special Cell committee under guidance of Prof.-in-charge Mrs. Simran Kalyani conducts meetings with students with learning difficulties, those who received ATKT and those whose examination results can be improved. The cell ensures that students are provided appropriate assistance and guidance on exam and academic performance related matters. The Special Cell also conducts remedial lectures after class hours with teachers who help students in particular subjects.
An active use of social media like WhatsApp was made to inform the students about venue, topic, date and time for remedial lectures. Teachers guided students to help improve performance during class work and exams. Library hours were assigned to ATKT students and those students who had resorted to unfair means during examinations.
JUNIOR COLLEGE
The Special Cell discusses performance improvement post annual examination results of students who are enrolled with the Cell. Individual counselling is also available to students as well as their parents after the meeting.
Students are given information about the extended exam facilities prescribed by the Maharashtra Board. The college assists students by providing them with writers, use of calculators and exam centres near their place of residence for HSC examination.
The special guidance lectures in certain subjects are also provided to improve the academic performance of students with special needs. Each student is assigned a support teacher who personally guides the student.
We are proud of the fact that an increasing number of students with special needs graduate from our Junior College and Degree Programmes to go into vocational courses and higher education with a new found confidence nurtured by the opportunities for academic and personal growth that are offered at H.R. College.
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