Introduction
SDMIMD is a reputed institute for management development that belongs to the Dharmasthala Trust, renowned for its philanthropic activities for centuries. Their campus in Mysore caters to 400 students for Post-Graduate Management programs, every year.
To continually enhance student experience and operational efficiency, the academic office began their journey to eliminate manual processes. As the first of many subsequent steps, Spherebox implemented an examination management solution to seamlessly fit their existing workflow.
Challenges
Manual Processes: Existing systems relied on manual procedures, leading to inefficiencies in grading, result processing, and data analysis.
Limited Data Insights: Lack of centralized data and automated analysis tools hindered the ability to gain comprehensive insights into student performance and make data-driven decisions.
Solution
Spherebox implemented SphereStorm’s comprehensive academic and examination management modules to address these challenges. SphereStorm offered a suite of functionalities, including:
- Digitized Course Outlines: Detailed course specifics such as credit limits, evaluation criteria, and opting for elective courses.
- Automated Grading: This feature streamlined the grading process by calculating the cutoff for each course based on predefined criteria and provided efficient tools for instructors to assess subjective questions.
- Result Processing: SphereStorm enabled instant generation of test scores, allowing students to access results online and eliminate delays.
- Performance Analytics: The solution provided comprehensive performance analytics for both individual students and classes. These insights into strengths and weaknesses facilitated personalized learning and improved teaching strategies.
- Reporting and Analytics: SphereStorm generated customizable reports for various stakeholders, including administrators, faculty, and students. This data analysis capability allowed for informed decision-making and program improvement.
- User Management: A user-friendly dashboard offered centralized user management for administrators, faculty, and students, facilitating control over accounts, permissions, and access levels.
- Self-service portals: Dedicated portals for students and faculty empowered them with self-service functionalities, enhancing convenience and accessibility.
Results
- Increased Efficiency: Automation of grading, result processing, and report generation has significantly reduced administrative workload and manual errors.
- Enhanced Student Experience: Immediate access to results and detailed feedback allows for faster learning improvements.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Comprehensive performance analytics and reports empower faculty and administrators to make informed decisions regarding individual students and program development.
- Improved Transparency: Self-service portals provide students and faculty with greater control and access to information.
Conclusion
SDMIMD’s case study demonstrates how SphereStorm can effectively address the challenges faced by educational institutions aiming to improve operational efficiency and enhance student experience. By automating manual processes, providing data-driven insights, and empowering users through self-service functionalities, SphereStorm offers a comprehensive solution for transforming academic management.