What is Iken Library?
A library as we all know is a knowledge warehouse that caters to the information needs of several people. Iken Library precisely serves this purpose. It consists of standards-based, technology-rich learning content in a digitalized format.
The curriculum development teams at Mexus Education meticulously studies the syllabus of the CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB and State Boards. The lessons are then compiled into fascinating digital representations like films, animations, slide-shows, glossaries and mind-maps. The Iken Library consists of narrations and illustrations that are entirely student friendly.
These are not just informative films but also a storehouse of knowledge from across the globe. It is very enlightening to know what people throughout the world are learning and doing-Mrs. Veena Patil
Iken Library – Storehouse of knowledge
The lively visual representations grip the attention of the students and up their interest levels towards learning. The children hence enjoy their lessons and actively participate in the learning process. Not just this, students tend to retain and recall lessons well, as visual effects instills significant impact in the minds of children.
The multimedia tools that have been set in Iken Library are as mentioned below.
White Board
Use the interactive white board feature on everything.
Animations
Interactive animations to understand critical concepts.
Mindmaps
A visual summary of topics in order to facilitate quick revision.
Glossary
Glossary of words and definitions all at one place.
Highly interactive and easy to use
Several students feel apprehensive to proceed with lessons which require them to exercise specific knowledge skills that they might lack. Even those lessons typically categorized as ‘complicated’ by them, are made easy at Iken Library.
This library not only functions as a knowledge house but also facilitates in analyzing the competence of the students. To assess how well have the lessons been received, automated chapter-wise tests and detailed performance analysis have been annexed to all chapters. In short, Iken Library seeks to engage, entertain, and educate children.
What’s inside?
# Mapped to NCERT guidelines (CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB and State Boards)
# Chapter-wise short films/concept clips/interactive concept animations
# Slide show Presentations in order to give an overview of key points of the chapter
# Revision through mind-maps, assessments tests as per difficulty level/skill
# Over 1080 questions
# Textbook in eformat (Courtesy NCERT)
# Inbuilt Library apps like Browser, Calendar, Search, Gadgets etc.
It is wonderful to have the entire syllabus in a digitalized format. It reinforces all the learning that has taken place through books -Miss Sarla Joshi
Content Platforms
We have over the years created numerous learning resources. At this point in time we would like to share with you the resources we house.
- Slideshows
- Movies
- Mindmaps
- Glossary
- Assessment
- AnimationsItem
System requirements
The Iken Library interface operates on Windows OS XP or higher
Operating System: Windows XP / VISTA / Windows7
RAM: 512 MB or more
Internet Connectivity : Broadband
Mac OS X
Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz or faster processor; PowerPC® G4 1GHz or faster processor
Mac OS X 10.4.11 or Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5
512MB of RAM
Linux
Intel® Pentium® III 1GHz or faster processor, 512MB of RAM
Recommended: Pentium 4 2GHZ or faster, 1GB RAM
Fedora 8, Ubuntu 7.10, openSUSE 10.3
Research and a survey done on about 3000 students prove that Iken Library is extremely effective in retention of learning. -Case Study
Version 2.0
Iken Library launches its second avatar with richer multimedia experience, faster browsing and more interactivity than ever before. Now add fun to learning.
# Iken Library 2.0, is a powerful application engine for delivering tracking and managing training / education.
# A learning system to facilitate collaborative learning.
# Future education model to equip students with required skills and to tackle contingencies.
# Engaged Learning with multiple media resources to understand fundamentals, develop and apply concepts.
# Self evaluation through regular assessment and detailed feedback (Test, Reports)
# Supplement learning needs by using other inbuilt application of Library like Browser, Calendar, Search, Gadgets etc.
Select your Library and Enjoy
Iken Library is a learning system that replaces conventional blackboard teaching by whiteboard based learning which alleviates the inconsistencies and inadequacies in traditional approach. It is India’s largest and most comprehensive resource bank of Indian curriculum. All the subject and standard specific learning resources are created by eminent panel of educationists comprising of IITians, management graduates, communication professionals and ardent educational entrepreneurs.
How it all Started?
Iken Library is based on a PC-based learning system that does away with the conventional teacher-student environment and encourages self-learning through active digital engagement. This product is a result of the insight that children learn best when learning is not forced.
Does Iken Library enable me to cover my syllabus?
Iken Library is an entertaining audio-visual aid to textbook learning for acing math & science. The books are mapped to NCERT guidelines (CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB and State Boards) and enables students to cover the entire syllabus in less than 20 hours.
I was amused to know that with Iken Library, a student can cover the entire syllabus in less than 20 hours. But after seeing the way the concepts are explained and reinforced in so many interesting ways like mind maps, animations, slideshows, quizzes, etc. I knew it was possible. -Dr. Vijay Agarwal
What is keeping us busy?
The following new additions will be added to the expanding Iken Library
- English Language for Pre-Primary, Primary and Secondary classes
- Mathematics for Classes 1 to 5
- History for Class 6 to 10
- Biology for Class 8 to 10
- Commerce for Class 11 and 12
