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The Age
7 hours ago
- The Age
Rise in teachers suspended for virtual grooming as online learning booms
Predatory teachers are increasingly using social media and electronic communication to groom children outside their classrooms as online learning becomes an everyday part of education. Half the teachers currently suspended by Victoria's teaching watchdog are facing allegations of online 'grooming behaviour', up from only one in eight such suspensions two-and-a-half years ago. The interim suspensions have been imposed by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) in cases where it is deemed a teacher poses an unacceptable risk to children, and include allegations of students with additional vulnerabilities being targeted, of adults seeking opportunities to meet children in person, and of encouraging students to keep conversations secret. VIT chief executive officer Martin Fletcher said teachers must maintain a professional relationship with students at all times, regardless of whether they were interacting in a classroom or via virtual learning. 'Social media, messaging apps, and online learning platforms offer unprecedented access – and with them, new risks,' Fletcher said. 'VIT is seeing a concerning increase in teachers crossing professional boundaries through digital communication.' Of the 17 Victorian teachers currently on interim suspensions by the VIT, nine stem from allegations of grooming behaviour via electronic means. By comparison, only five of the 40 interim suspensions undertaken in 2022 related to allegations involving electronic communications. Investigations undertaken by the VIT have uncovered high volumes of communication between teachers and students, sometimes over multiple platforms and at inappropriate times when a young person is more likely to be alone, such as late at night.
Sydney Morning Herald
7 hours ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Rise in teachers suspended for virtual grooming as online learning booms
Predatory teachers are increasingly using social media and electronic communication to groom children outside their classrooms as online learning becomes an everyday part of education. Half the teachers currently suspended by Victoria's teaching watchdog are facing allegations of online 'grooming behaviour', up from only one in eight such suspensions two-and-a-half years ago. The interim suspensions have been imposed by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) in cases where it is deemed a teacher poses an unacceptable risk to children, and include allegations of students with additional vulnerabilities being targeted, of adults seeking opportunities to meet children in person, and of encouraging students to keep conversations secret. VIT chief executive officer Martin Fletcher said teachers must maintain a professional relationship with students at all times, regardless of whether they were interacting in a classroom or via virtual learning. 'Social media, messaging apps, and online learning platforms offer unprecedented access – and with them, new risks,' Fletcher said. 'VIT is seeing a concerning increase in teachers crossing professional boundaries through digital communication.' Of the 17 Victorian teachers currently on interim suspensions by the VIT, nine stem from allegations of grooming behaviour via electronic means. By comparison, only five of the 40 interim suspensions undertaken in 2022 related to allegations involving electronic communications. Investigations undertaken by the VIT have uncovered high volumes of communication between teachers and students, sometimes over multiple platforms and at inappropriate times when a young person is more likely to be alone, such as late at night.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
Teacher who sent student 35,000 messages before pursuing sexual relationship learns her fate
A female teacher who sent 35,000 messages to one of her students before having a sexual relationship with them after they graduated, has been banned from her job. Former Carey Baptist Grammar teacher Eleanor Louise Yorke was 26 in 2020 when she began dating an 18-year-old former student of hers, who cannot be named for legal reasons. Yorke had started working at the illustrious co-ed private school in 2017, teaching biology and chemistry to Year 12 students. During the Covid-19 lockdowns, Yorke and the Year 12 student talked online over Microsoft Teams. In 2020, the then-17-year-old student sought additional help with schoolwork, as they struggled with lockdowns, which turned into the pair speaking daily. The Victorian Institute of Teaching found Yorke sent the student 35,000 messages. 'It was also alleged that Ms Yorke then began a sexual relationship with the student after they had graduated and turned 18 and this relationship continued for a year,' a VIT statement read. On Thursday, the institute cancelled the now 31-year-old's registration and banned her from education for three years, starting from March, The Age reported. The disciplinary panel highlighted in its decision that there were several incidents. '[It] occurred over a period of years, changing in nature from professional interactions into personal, intimate discussions and culminating in a sexual relationship. 'This deliberate rejection of professional standards by a teacher whose skills and talents had led to rapid promotion was one for which the panel could find no justification, nor was there any satisfactory explanation.' 'The emails show an increased emotional bonding developing through the extensive number of messages,' the panel also said. 'There were also increasingly frequent references to taking the teacher's relationship with the student to a new level once the student had completed year 12.' In March, VIT had heard there was no sexual or intimate relationship between the pair while the student was studying at the school. On one occasion, Yorke asked the student if they should end their communications and told the hearing she tried to 'reset' boundaries. Yorke said their relationship was, however, entirely consensual, but she was worried about the circumstances. 'Even though we spoke about our concerns with [the power imbalance], it still exists,' she told the regulator. In the decision this week, the disciplinary panel noted the relationship had happened anyway. 'This relationship occurred despite [Yorke] being aware of the clear warnings against violating professional relationships with students,' the panel said. Yorke also told the March hearing she had been 'deeply lonely' at the time and had not yet 'come out'. Carey Baptist Grammar became aware of the relationship in 2023 and stood Yorke down over concerns for professional standards. Yorke, who described losing her job as 'horrible', has previously said she is now pursuing a career in psychology and claimed she had no desire to return to teaching.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Science
- Indian Express
Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges According To NIRF Rankings; Check courses offered, fees, and more
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) is a ranking methodology released every year by the Ministry of Education to rank higher educational institutions in India. The NIRF releases a rank list for every registered institute in India for all the available courses based on: Teaching, learning, and resources (TLR) Research, professional practice, and collaborative performance (RPC) Graduation Outcome (GO) Outreach and Inclusivity (OI) Perception (PR) Based on the above-mentioned criteria, the NIRF has ranked the following colleges to be the best private colleges for Courses. 10 Best Private Colleges Name of the Institute NIRF Rank Vellore Institute of Technology 11 SRM Institute of Science and Technology 13 Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani 20 Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham 23 Siksha 'O' Anusandhan 26 Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology 29 Amity University 30 Chandigarh University 32 Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education 36 Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology 37 10 Best Private Institutes Given below is detailed information about the best private Institutes in India according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Vellore Institute of Technology The Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is a private deemed-to-be University. The institute was established in 1984. The campus has over 372 acres. VIT Group of Institutions offers 71 Undergraduate, 58 Postgraduate, 15 Integrated, 2 Research programmes, and 2 Industrial Programmes. In addition, full-time Ph.D. in Engineering and Management disciplines, Ph.D. in Science and Languages, and Direct Ph.D. programmes in engineering disciplines are offered. The Vellore Institute of Technology offers 21 4-year Courses. Particulars Details Entrance Exam VIT Entrance Engineering Examination (VITEEE) Courses Offered and Fees – Biotechnology INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Chemical Engineering INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Civil Engineering INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Civil Engineering (in Collaboration with L&T) INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering (Bioinformatics) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering and Business Systems(in collaboration with TCS) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Electrical and Electronics Engineering INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Electrical and Computer Science Engineering INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Electronics and Communication Engineering INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Electronics and Communication Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Health Sciences and Technology INR 1,76,000 P.A. – Information Technology INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Mechanical Engineering INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Mechanical Engineering (Electric Vehicles) INR 1,98,000 P.A. – Mechanical Engineering (Smart Manufacturing) INR 1,98,000 P.A. Vellore Institute of Technology: Placement statistics The VIT got a total of 12,579 placement offers, which include 2,862 dream offers, 2,807 super dream offers, 6,380 regular offers, and 530 marquee offers. VIT also received 4,051 industry internships. The highest CTC offered at VIT is 1 crore. The VIT has also been registered at the Limca Book of Records for the 12th time for unbeatable plaINR cement records. SRM Institute of Science and Technology The SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) is a private deemed University in Tamil Nadu, India. The institute was founded in 1985. The SRMIST has a campus of 250 acres. The SRMIST has 5 other campuses across India – Kattankulathur, Ramapuram, Vadapalani, Ghaziabad, and Tiruchirappalli. SRMIST offers 40 specialisation courses. Particulars Details Entrance Exam Name SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Examination (SRMJEEE) Courses offered and Fees – Computer Science and Engineering (DevSecOps) INR 4,25,000 Mathematics and Computing INR 4,25,000 Aerospace Engineering INR 4,00,000 Artificial Intelligence INR 4,75,000 Automation & Robotics INR 2,75,000 Automobile Engineering INR 2,75,000 Automobile Engineering with Specialization in Vehicles Testing (GARC) INR 2,75,000 Automobile Engineering with Specialization in Automotive Electronics INR 2,75,000 Automotive Engineering (ARAI) INR 2,88,500 Biomedical Engineering INR 2,75,000 Biomedical Engineering with Specialization in Machine Intelligence INR 2,75,000 Biotechnology INR 2,75,000 Biotechnology (Computational Biology) INR 2,75,000 Biotechnology with Specialization in Food Technology INR 2,75,000 Biotechnology with specialization in Genetic Engineering INR 2,75,000 Biotechnology with specialization in Regenerative Medicine INR 2,75,000 Chemical Engineering INR 2,75,000 Civil Engineering INR 2,75,000 Civil Engineering with Computer Applications INR 2,75,000 Computer Science and Business Systems (In Collaboration with TCS) INR 4,25,000 Computer Science and Engineering INR 4,75,000 Computer Science And Engineering (Data Science) INR 4,75,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning INR 4,75,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Big Data Analytics INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Blockchain Technology INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Cloud Computing INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Computer Networking INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Cyber Security INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Gaming Technology INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Information Technology INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Internet of Things INR 4,25,000 Computer Science And Engineering with Specialization in Software Engineering INR 4,25,000 Electrical & Electronics Engineering INR 2,75,000 Electrical Vehicle Technology INR 2,75,000 Electronics & Communication Engineering INR 2,75,000 Electronics And Communication Engineering with Specialization in Cyber Physical Systems INR 2,75,000 Electronics And Communication Engineering with Specialization in Data Sciences INR 2,75,000 Electronics And Computer Engineering INR 2,75,000 Electronics And Instrumentation Engineering INR 2,75,000 Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) INR 2,75,000 Mechanical Engineering INR 2,75,000 Mechanical Engineering (Automation and Robotics) INR 2,75,000 Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning INR 2,75,000 Mechatronics Engineering INR 2,75,000 Mechatronics Engineering (Autonomous Driving Technology) INR 2,75,000 Mechatronics Engineering (Immersive Technologies) INR 2,75,000 Mechatronics Engineering (Industrial IoT and Systems Engineering) INR 2,75,000 Mechatronics Engineering with Specialization in Robotics INR 2,75,000 Nanotechnology INR 4,00,000 SRM Institute of Science and Technology: Placement statistics According to the SRMIST's official website, there were a total of 1,276 offers for placement, and a total of 705 students got placed in the academic year 2025-26. In 2024-25, there were 870 offers, and 597 students got placed. There were a total of 9 marquee offers and 29 super dream offers Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS, Pilani) was established in 1964. The university was transformed from a regional to a national deemed university backed by G.D. Birla. Birla Institute of Technology and Science has established campuses in India and abroad – Dubai, Goa, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Pilani, Rajasthan. BITS conducts its own entrance exam for admission. Particulars Details Entrance Exam Name Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) Courses offered and Fees Computer Science The Admission fees for the Academic year 2025-26 will be 2,75,000, which will increase by 5% PA for all the programs. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering BITS – Placement Statistics The BITS has a great placement status so far. 95% of the BITS MBA BA Batch secured placement at notable companies. The median package for UG 4-Year Courses was 17,70,000, and 2,554 candidates were hired, and for 2-Year PG courses was 17,00,000, which was secured by 840 students. Amrita Vishwa Vidhyapeetham Amrita Vishwa Vidhyapeetam is a private deemed to – be university established in 1994 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. This university is spread across 400 Acres. Under the university category, the NIRF ranked this university in 7th position. This university offers more than 300 UG, PG and Ph.D courses/programs in several disciplines such as – Engineering, Management, Medical Sciences, Ayurveda, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and so on. Particulars Details Entrance Exam Name Amrita Engineering Entrance Examination (AEEE) Courses offered and Fees Computer Science INR 3,50,000 Electrical and Electronics Engineering INR 3,00,000 Mechanical Engineering INR 3,00,000 Chemical Engineering INR 2,50,000 Civil Engineering INR 2,50,000 Amrita Vishwa Vidhyapeetham – Placement Statistics The placement rate of Amrita University is around 95% in total. The highest CTC offered at Amrita University is somewhere between 56-57 LPA. A total of 500 students opted for higher studies in the academic year 2022-23. Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA), is a Deemed-to-be University. Established in 2007, SOA offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines like engineering, medicine, law, management, and pharmacy. Accredited by NAAC with an 'A++' grade, it consistently ranks among India's top universities for its academic standards and innovative research environment. Siksha 'O' Anusandhan – Placement Statistics The SOA's placement rate has increased from 86% in 2021 to 91% in 2023. The highest offer made at SOA was 46 LPA in the 2023 placement drive which the best offer made in last 3 years. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology The Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET) was founded in 1956. The TIET's campus sprawls over 250 acres. The Thapar University is accredited with an 'A+' Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). According to the NIRF, the institute holds the 29th rank in the engineering category. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology – Placement Statistics Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers strong placement opportunities with top recruiters like Amazon, Deloitte, and Accenture. The highest package reached 55.75 LPA, with an average of 11–12 LPA. Over 430 companies visited in 2025, with around an 83% placement rate, especially strong in CSE, ECE, and core branches. Amity University Amity University is a leading private university in India. Amity University has campuses across India and abroad. It offers diverse programs in engineering, management, law, sciences, and more. Amity is recognized for its strong industry connections and placements. Amity University ranked 30th according to the NIRF Report 2024. Amity University – Placement Statistics The Amity University had 13,000+ campus placements in the AY 2023-24 across all campuses. More than 1,250 companies visited Amity Noida for placement in the same year. The highest package offered at Amity University was 62.7 LPA. Chandigarh University The Chandigarh University was established in 2012 in Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab. Accredited by the NBA and graded A+ by the NAAC. The Chandigarh University has been ranked 32nd by the NIRF in the engineering category; overall, as a university, it was ranked 20th. The CU offers various UG and PG programs. The list of courses with fees offered at CU is given in the table below: Particulars Details Entrance Exam Name Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) Courses offered and Fees Computer Science INR 2,92,000 Electrical and Computer Engineering INR 2,20,000 Mechanical Engineering INR 2,25,000 Chemical Engineering INR 1,90,000 Civil Engineering INR 2,20,000 Chandigarh University – Placement Statistics The CU has strong placement opportunities with top recruiters like Amazon, Deloitte, and Accenture. The CU registers 9000+ placement offers for the AY 2024-25, which is the highest in North India. The national package offered at CU is 54.75 LPA, and the highest international package made is 1.7 CR. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE), established in 1984 in Krishnankoil, Tamil Nadu, is a NAAC A++ accredited deemed university known for its engineering and research programs. It offers UG, PG, and doctoral programs across engineering, technology, science, management, and humanities. KARE is Spread over 400 acres. Particulars Details Entrance Exam Name Kalasalingam Engineering Entrance Examination (KEEE) Courses offered and Fees Computer Science INR 1,20,000 Electrical and Computer Engineering INR 1,20,000 Mechanical Engineering INR 1,20,000 Chemical Engineering INR 1,30,000 Civil Engineering INR 1,30,000 Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education – Placement Statistics The KARE collaborates with corporate giants like Larsen & Toubro, IBM, HCL, L&P, etc. The placement percentage of Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education is around 80-90%. The institute received the highest package of 50LPA. Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) was founded in 1992 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and is a prestigious private deemed university recognised with NAAC A++. KIIT is known for its sprawling 36 acres of eco-friendly campus, global rankings of NIRF top 15 universities, QS Asia 257, and excellence in innovation, research, sports, and entrepreneurship . According to the data available on KIIT's official website, in 2024, there were a total of 700 companies, out of which 5,585 job offers were made, and the highest salary offered was 53 LPA.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Central and State governments should spend more funds on education, says VIT chancellor
Governments at the Centre and in the State should spend more on education, especially in higher education, for better infrastructure in educational campuses and encourage economically weak students to pursue studies through scholarships, said G. Viswanathan, founder chancellor, Vellore Institute of Technology. In his presidential address during a discussion on 'Empowering Government School Students for Academic Excellence' in Vellore, Mr. Viswanathan said that despite the National Education Policy 2020 aiming to increase the government spending on education to 50% of the GDP by 2035, in the 2025-26 financial budget, spending on education by the Centre is less than three percent. 'Cuba spends 11.5% of its GDP on education, securing the top position among countries spending on education whereas India ranks 155th. Government spending on education should be increased,' he said. The Chancellor added that the North Arcot district, which comprised the present-day Vellore, Ranipet, Tirupattur and Tiruvannamalai districts, used to be economically and educationally backward many years ago. Public initiatives like scholarships and efforts of the State government have helped reduce this backwardness and increase students' enrolment in schools and colleges. Currently, the gross enrolment Ratio (GER) of Tamil Nadu is over 50% as against the national average of 28%. The discussion, jointly organised by VIT and the Directorate of School Education, was conducted to address the challenges faced in Class 12. On the occasion, S. Kannappan, Director, School Education Department, and V. R. Subbulaxmi, Vellore Collector, also spoke.
