Monthly Schedule – Jan 2015

This is the monthly Schedule of activities of NextGenPGP for the month of Jan 2015. This schedule is ONLY for our registered students of NextGenPGP for Rajyaseva 2014-15-16/UPSC Civil Services Exam 2014-15-16/MPSC PSI/STI/Asst Exam 2014-15-16.

Test/Program	Schedule/Topic	Medium
ADIA Surprise Test (AST) A topic is presented just 1 minute before the test starts and then about 20 questions are asked. All those who know the answer post it to the presenter (AnilMD). After getting candidates’ answer, correct answer is given on the group chat. After AST is complete, same night, an email is sent to each participant with all questions and correct answers along with a list of additional sub-topics that needs to be researched and completed by the PGP candidate by 7pm next day.	Every night at 9PM 2 Jan 15 -AST#2015#1#1-Topic –GS Paper 1 4 Jan 15 – AST#2015#1#2-Topic – GS Paper 1 7 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#3-Topic – GS Paper 1 8 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#4-Topic – GS Paper 1 10 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#5-Topic – GS Paper 1 12 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#6-Topic – GS Paper 1 15 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#7-Topic – GS Paper 1 16 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#8-Topic – GS Paper 1 18 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#9-Topic – GS Paper 1 19 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#10-Topic – GS Paper 1 20 Jan 15- AST#2015#1#11-Topic – GS Paper 1 22 Jan 15-AST#2015#1#12-Topic – GS Paper 1 27 Jan 15 AST#2015#1#13-Topic – GS Paper 1 28 Jan 15AST#2015#1#14-Topic – GS Paper 1 29 Jan 15AST#2015#1#15-Topic – GS Paper 1 30 Jan 15AST#2015#1#16-Topic – GS Paper 1 31 Jan 15AST#2015#1#17-Topic – GS Paper 1	WhatsApp (on mobile)
Benefits:	Quick overview and understanding of the current affairs issue An important topic is known to the MPSC/UPSC aspirant so that he can cover it if he/she missed it. Encourages in-depth preparation Keeps the MPSC/UPSC aspirant Up-to-date Allows quick exchange of information
	Once in a week Each individual PGP candidate undergoes the Oral Test on a topic (according to the subject already covered in the study plan of the month). As per candidates convenience	WhatsApp (on mobile)
Benefits:	Quick testing of the knowledge gained by the PGP candidate and understanding his/her difficulties PGP candidate gets valuable practice in answering difficult questions. Feedback from the PGP candidate about the subject/study plan.
	Once in a 15 days(email will be sent 1 week before and candidate must confirm the subject/topic according to his study plan & date of KT so that it can be conducted on the appointed date and time.)	eMail & WhatsApp
Benefits	Candidate definitely revises his subject knowledge before the KT. Facilitates retrieval of knowledge that was not tested. Reduces forgetting Identifies gap in knowledge Improves self confidence Encourages candidates to study Motivates study and reduces procrastination  (habit of delaying studies)
	Alternate day at 9PM  03 Jan 15:  CSAT#2015-#1-#1- Topic – GS Paper 2 05 Jan 15- CSAT#2015-#1-#2- Topic – GS Paper 2 09 Jan 15-CSAT#2015-#1-#3- Topic – GS Paper 2 15 Jan 15 -CSAT#2015-#1-#4- Topic – GS Paper 2 17 Jan 15 -CSAT#2015-#1-#5- Topic – GS Paper 2 20 Jan 15 – CSAT#2015-#1-#6- Topic – GS Paper 2 31 Jan 15 -CSAT#2015-#1-#7- Topic – GS Paper 2	eMail & WhatsApp
Benefits	Encourages candidates to study Improves candidates speed in answering tricky questions
	Once in a month Every NextGenPGP student will participate. The topic is known in advance to all candidates so that they can prepare well in advance.	eMail & WhatsApp
Benefits	Improves critical thinking skills Candidate prepares before the debate to be ready for anything so this helps in gaining knowledge about the topic.
	Once in a monthPowerpoint or WhatsApp Presentation – on Internet through Online Debate/Discussion tool or WhatsApp.  3 Candidates will present PPT on that day.	Computer/Laptop/ WhatsApp
Benefits	Facilitates identify main points of a topic Facilitates learning and remembrances of main points Helps organize thinking process
	Once in a monthCandidate submits it on any day of the month through eMail. Prior intimation will be given about the topic.	eMail & WhatsApp
Benefits	Improves research ability Improves information organizing skills Improves Data Interpretation and Numeracy/Data Analysis
	Candidate should send few pages of each subject. Candidate is asked to submit it 7 days after study plan is received.	eMail/WhatsApp
Benefits	Helps candidate understand own learning Improves information organizing skills Provides key points for quick revision at short time (just before exam)
	Once in a monthWorkbook will be sent through email and candidate should complete it within that month.	eMail
Benefits	Improves learning/recalling process Improves knowledge Improves exam writing skills Improves time management
	Once in a week(email will be sent on Friday and you must reply it before 11:59PM on Sunday i.e. midnight): 03 Jan 15 – Status – Scheduled. Topic – WEA#2015-1-1-Black Money—Basic Issues in Bringing it Back	eMail
Benefits	Improves writing skills and writing speed Helps put down thoughts on paper Improves analyzing skills Improves conceptual thinking Improves language
Self-Assessment Test – Online Testing (at http://www.anilmd.com)	Topic-wise Tests after completion of Study Plan	eMail & Online
Benefits	Test your preparation already done through the study plans. As per own convenience.