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Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has requested that the University of Kashmir's controller of examinations postpone the BSc nursing third-semester exams for the class of 2021 on behalf of the enrolled students. Read full details here!
New Delhi: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has officially intervened on behalf of BSc Nursing students of 2021 batch, pleading with Controller of Examinations at the University of Kashmir to take the upcoming BSc Nursing third semester tests into consideration for postponement.
The JKSA's plea highlights the particular difficulties these nursing students are facing, many of whom have had to overcome numerous obstacles in their academic careers because of the disruptions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and the short time for preparation.
As the voice of impacted students, JKSA has emphasised that the condensed time frame for exam preparation has left many of them struggling with insufficient study time. According to the association, there wasn't much time between the second and third semesters.
The second semester of 2023 came to a conclusion in May, and the third semester started in June. An official statement from JKSA noted, "This constrained time frame, amounting to just three months, is inadequate to cover a six-month curriculum thoroughly."
The third-semester exam schedule for Kashmir University BSc Nursing Program 2023 was made public on September 5, 2023. In accordance with INC rules, a semester's minimum length should not be less than six months, which is required for both theoretical study and clinical practice.
According to the students, the third semester requires 420 hours, or three months, for clinical posting. "Clinical practice has been prioritised by a number of associated colleges, leaving a sizable gap in the theoretical curriculum's completion. Students are struggling with a lack of exposure to crucial theoretical knowledge needed for the upcoming exams," said the association.
The interruption of practical training and clinical exposure, which are essential elements of their nursing program, is another serious worry expressed by the students. They feel underprepared for the approaching exams, which normally include practical assessments, as a result of the pandemic's restrictions on hands-on learning opportunities.
Additionally, students have raised concerns about their level of readiness, highlighting the fact that the course material for the semester has only been briefly if at all, taught. Their inability to comprehend and apply the necessary knowledge and skills required for their tests has been caused by this fragmented learning experience.
The JKSA has formally requested university administration to take into account the pandemic's overall impact on student education. They contend that delaying the tests will provide students the time they need to effectively study, lowering the stress and anxiety related to an upcoming exam while also ensuring fair and equitable assessments.
The association's representatives have also urged the institution to look at other assessment strategies that would better address the difficulties that students are currently facing, preventing their academic progress from being unfairly hindered by events beyond their control.
The JKSA's concerns have been acknowledged by the University of Kashmir, which has also assured students that their request will be thoroughly addressed. Officials from the university have emphasised their dedication to finding a balance between upholding academic rigour and taking into account the unique situations that students face.
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