Sharpening Minds: Dr. Suvra Kusum Biswas Leads Stream-Wise Workshop on Study Skills and Self-Development

Enhancing Study Skills and Self-Development: A Stream-Wise Approach

MUKTI TSS successfully organized a virtual Enhancing Study Skills and Self-Development: A Stream-Wise Approach for TSS-sponsored students across various academic streams on 3rd May 2025. The session was led by our respected sponsor, Dr. Suvra Kusum Biswas, a practicing doctor based in Mauritius and a faculty member teaching MBBS students.

Objective of the Session:

The primary aim of the session was to provide students with valuable insights into effective learning techniques, time management, and personal development strategies to enhance their academic journey and future career paths.

Participation:

The virtual workshop witnessed the active participation of more than 80 students, representing different educational backgrounds, including Science, Engineering, Medical, and General streams.

Session Highlights:

Dr. Biswas engaged every participant through an informative and interactive session that included:

• A detailed PowerPoint presentation.
• Practical advice on what to learn, how to learn, and how to create an efficient daily study routine.
• Tips on time management and how to best utilize available study hours.

Key Learning Tools and Topics:

• The Learning Pyramid, emphasizing different retention rates through various learning methods:
  • Lecture – 5%
  • Reading – 10%
  • Audio-Visual – 20%
  • Demonstration – 30%
  • Group Discussion – 50%
  • Practice by Doing – 75%
  • Teaching Others – 90%
• A clear explanation of Passive Learning vs. Active Learning, showing how different learning styles impact brain activity and retention.
• Introduction to Tony Buzan’s Mind Map and Concept Map techniques, demonstrating how visual learning tools can help organize thoughts and improve memory.

Student Interaction:

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, during which students posed thoughtful questions about implementing the strategies shared. Dr. Biswas responded with practical advice, making the session highly relatable and engaging for all participants.

Future Plans:

Our future plan is to organize more sessions like this, focusing on conducting them separately for each educational stream such as Science, Engineering, Medical, and General, so that the content can be more relevant and beneficial for the students.