All in One Collaborative Knowledge Base: The AEAT's Learning Encyclopedia AEAT's MediaWiki

Presenting AEAT’s MediaWiki

The purpose is to create a centralized digital free knowledge encyclopedia of Media, In a conducive, mutual respect, beneficial and cooperative atmosphere. The goal of “AEAT’s MediaWiki” is to create a comprehensive, accurately and genuinely written summary of existing mainstream knowledge base about a topic. Editors are encouraged to be strict and fair enough in editing any text submitted in a fair and accurate manner.   

This is an effort to create a comprehensive Digital Knowledge Base, DKB. A centralized repository for information which all related to media as subject matter and can help all participants to prepare well for AnyExamAnyTime in Media & Communication related subjects.

The joys of studying and learning are very important factors for successful academic studies. Therefore it is really important to us, that our participants perceive AEAT as an inspirational and comfortable place, not as an anonymous learning factory. The learning environment at AEAT is pleasant and motivating. Several student initiatives positively affect the overall atmosphere of AEAT. An excellent service guarantees that students can concentrate fully on their studies. 

All you asked about (FAQs) on MediaWiki:

What is AEAT’s MediaWiki?

It’s The Learning Encyclopedia, A Comprehensive one place knowledge Bank, A centralized collaborative knowledge base, free to edit and add information. The concept was learnt from Wikipedia and replicated in a limited way to only one subject area that is: Mass Communication & Journalism. All features and functions are similar to WikiPedia, the only difference is it unique nature to address knowledge base for only one subject, thus brings specific and precise information only what is needed.

It’s an encyclopedia, a centralized repository for information related to Mass Media as subject matter.

What is in it for me?

Once you joined AEAT as participant, teacher, and contributor or in whatever way, this one platform will bring you a centralized knowledge base related to subject of your interest in a precise, specific and systematic way. You write, read and check only what is needed, without bothering about whole world.

What all activity allowed to perform on AEAT’s MediaWiki?

MediaWiki is a free editable platform, where you can perform the following activities. 

• Enter a new page and content on related subject and write information to help self as well as others.
• Read content already available and submitted by others
• Edit if you found something not accurate or if you want to add additional information to an existing content.
• Create eBook for your required content selectively and download.
• Allows you to create, revise, and edit articles

Participants are encouraged to include as much as possible text or content which will not only help you but help others as well as people joining in future.Don’t worry about perfection, it’s absolutely not required, as it’s a work in progress, an on going activity.  Collaborative editing & writing implies that incomplete or poorly written first drafts can groomed over time into excellent articles with further contribution of many.

  

What are the writing Guidelines? 

It’s always advised and adhere to write from a genuine, accurate and neutral perspective. We urge all of you to write contents or information that truly document, cite , and explain the desired points of view, giving due respect to each subject area. Addressing to the very need of Media as Subject and keeping in mind the National Eligibility Test for Mass Communication and Journalism. 

Is it @ Free?

AEAT’s MediaWki  is free content that anyone can use, edit, and distribute subject to the association with AEAT as registered user in way (teacher, Student, Aspirant or Contributor) 

If post an information and some one not agree to it?

All contributor and Editors should respect each others civility & creativity: Respect your fellow participants, even when you disagree to any of information submitted by him or her.

Any specific rules?

AEAT’s MediaWiki has no specific rules: The purpose, objective and the passion matter more than written wordings of rules and regulation for this MediaWiki Project.

Is it available as open platform?

Currently its part of “All in One Media Dictionary for UGC CBSE National Eligibility Test” for initial setup and editing, and shortly will make it separate from all other activity and push in front for public editing.

Why AEAT taken up this project?

AnyExamAnyTime (AEAT) is part of the network of like-minded people, whose common goal it is to analyze various academic syllabuses, understanding the actual need and finding way to implementing the fundamentals of actual learning process “The PurestForm of Education” in modern stream. And develop further academic content to prepare students for a fast and successful career entry into interesting and demanding occupations at free of cost.  

Join, spread, share and create a non-commodity base knowledge platform for all within Media fraternity. We welcome each one of you to join and help in building this Centralized knowledge base for Journalism as whole. 

!!!! You too will feel healed and whole !!!!

 

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Subject Wise Practice Model Test for CBSE UGC NET January 2017 (Mass Communication & Journalism)

Dear Aspirants !!!!

Now as we finished up with common revision series tests, time to move on to Subjectwise Practice Model Tests. These Model Test Series are designed to provide a practice environment for the specific subject area. In today's, objective oriented testing philosophy, these practice mock tests are simulated objectively that mimic the behavior of real final exam question on related subject in controlled ways.

Starts on: 23^rd October 2016 and Ends on 15^th January 2017 (Each Sunday a New test) for enrollment CLICK HERE  Also See details about Model Mock Test.  Also visit our Facebook Event Page to register interest. 

Different type of Test available:

S-Test: These are subject / area wise test, e.g.: Research, Theory etc., covering an optimum from the respective subject area.  (Each Subject wise test consists of 250-500 practice questions, depending on the need of subject)

•    Research-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET   (2 Versions)
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•    Theories & Models-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET (3 Versions)
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•    Advertising & PR-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET (2 Versions)
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•    Video / TV Production-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET
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•    Print Media-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET
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•    Broadcast Journalism-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET (2 Versions)
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•    Media Laws & Ethics-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET
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•    Media Text & Meaning-S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET (2 Versions)
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•    Media Current Affairs -S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET
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•    ARQs & AEATs Special- S-Test for CBSE / UGC NET

Versions: If any test denoted with a version, it means will be conducted multiple time with new questions. For e.g.: Research (2 Versions) means one will be conducted at beginning time of the program and another will be conducted at time when we will be approaching the Final exam nearby)

R-Test: (Rapid Fire Test): These test are designed in a way to test the terms & terminology along with mix from S-Test

Mock Test: This is a limited version test series, this time total 5 Mock Test modeled exactly in similar way of final exam (Paper I/II/III) and to be addressed in similar way with one day assignments.

G-Test: Test for General paper (Specific area wise)

This time we have included two new set of test, Media Text Meanings & Media Current Affairs.

Media Text Meanings: The earlier linguistic test will be discontinued and will be mixed with “Media Text Meanings” series along with many additional conceptual terms and terminology test series.

Media Current Affairs: This is completely a new inclusion this time covering all possible current affairs along with quotes and other area which may be missed out.

An initiative to develop these Model mock  tests, we have gone through intensive research of syllabus as well as mapping it to the questioning pattern taking sample from all previous years examinations.

Along with the outline minimum study plan attached to your profile, we urge all of you to keep practicing these subject wise Model Test, which will add further value to your preparation on final Exam.

Please note: The subject wise test will be assigned under your profile on each Sunday and you are requested to practice them within given week time to progress slowly week by week.

We wish your preparation should go well and you land up with an improved score from all previous experiences. All the best.

Thanks

Team: AnyExamAnyTime

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All in One Media Dictionary for UGC CBSE National Eligibility Test

 All in One Media Dictionary for UGC CBSE National Eligibility Test

This dictionary is designed with an objective to cover all possible related terms and their definition. This is participatory dictionary, and participants are welcome to edit or add to strengthen the objective. 

Different section as follows:

1.        Broadcast Journalism
2.        Media Text (Meaning & narratives)
3.        Media Research (Terminology)
4.        General Journalistic Terms
5.       Advertising & Public Relation Terms
6.       Technical (TV/Video Production)
7.       Print Media Terminology
8.       Previous Year Exam’s Related Terminology 
9.       Miscellaneous
10.       Who said What
11.       Chronology 
12.       Person Name & Their Work

NB: Currently access given to few to edit and modify, will make it live for all shortly. 

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Seeking purpose and leading a meaningful life is everybody’s desire

FOCUSED PREPARATIONS

Seeking purpose and leading a meaningful life is everybody’s desire. As is rightfully said, God help those who help themselves, we always try to work hard to achieve our goals and fulfill our dreams. Hoping for a better future and striving to make it happen is a natural human tendency. While some people are highly determined, there also exist some who are just too idle to do anything about it. But when one has made a choice and has opted for something willingly, it is crucial to remember why the choice was even made in the first place; always remembering the worth of a decision is an act of the wise.

Preparing for something isn’t a complete approach in itself. Competitive examinations are set to test your knowledge as well as how well you keep a track of your valuable time by prioritizing the questions provided. And, to survive this challenging task, adopting a more focused approach is utmost important.

A focused preparation strategy will not only benefit you in understanding the exact level of competitiveness from time to time but will also enlighten you with your strengths and weaknesses.

Set Goals for yourself: Draw a benchmark and work hard towards it. Goals make you put in that extra effort to achieve the benchmark that you’ve set for yourself- hence they prove to be a big help in raising the performance standards.

Do what your heart tells you to, do not get under the influence of peers or family pressure and make wrong choices as this will only ruin your long term goals. Listening to everyone, imbibing the important suggestions, but eventually taking a decision on your own, empowers a person like nothing else.

Take charge of the moment: Live in the present and let go of the stress. When you’re happier and contended inside, you tend to concentrate better. Hence, leisure time is important too. Do what makes you happy but never lose the locus point. Smart work is the key.

Treat Obstacles as a step up in the ladder of success: Just like a hurdle race, obstacles in life try to slow down your pace or even make you fall. But the only way to overcome them is by facing them, get through them intelligently and run to finish the race. Learning from mistakes demands for an open mind. Denial of the fact will only make it hard for you to fully analyze and understand the adversity of the situation. How can a person be proactive in his/her approach without being a keen observer of the circumstances?  Every problem in the world is an opportunity in disguise. How to use that obstacle to your advantage or just reducing its impact on your preparation needs strategic planning. For instance, time management is your problem area when you attempt an exam, so this is an obstacle that you want to overcome. An effective counter plan would be to buy online mock test series and sit for them every now and then. What will this do? It will help in building confidence and better understanding of how the time needs to be allocated amidst the different sections in the paper. Now, you won’t feel nervous when you’re actually sitting in the exam as you’ve done it multiple times before. This obstacle has now become one of your strengths.

 Aim for progress/Improvement not perfection or result: Perfection is a pure myth. There is entirely no substance to it. To think that one can attain all the knowledge in this world in one life is a bit frivolous as information is limitless and infinite like our universe. Struggle for progress and development rather chasing supremacy as that is absolutely non-achievable and hence one may even lose the direction and the required motivational push. The core of a successful game plan is to always set ‘achievable’ targets. Therefore, always aim for a mental and psychological growth and an improvement from yesterday.

Take no attention of externalities: Yes, Some say that, luck plays a pivotal role in their lives; I don’t know the real definition of luck. Satisfaction with oneself and the conviction in your decision making skills gives you more power compared to almost anything else in this whole world. External factors such as a friend earning well, someone shifting to a bigger house, someone going abroad, someone clearing the exam before you even though you two were at the exact similar level of preparation will act as highly influential deviations but we need to remain assertive and decisive.

Regular practice and perseverance not only makes a man perfect but also makes him evolve as an individual. This backbreaking task of clearing and surpassing expectations is not something many people dare to take up. Hence, have respect for your decision and your choice; believe in the values of honesty and hard work. Rest will follow!

*******Better late than never when the going gets tough, the tough gets going *******

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Let’s be proactive for UGC NET Dec 2016 and leave the world to adjust

If given a chance to ask one question to your role model, say Stephen Hawking, Rodger Federer, Usain Bolt or may be Mark Zuckerberg or any one, then what will it be? In all honestly most of us would like to know their secret to success. ......but, in reality all we are looking for is quick-fix or techniques to attain the success in shortest time possible. The problem with life is, it doesn’t work for long with quick fixes. Then, what is it that does? Well, it’s not just one but a combination of 7 habits that needs to be followed and believed to be a success in your chosen field and even in life. 

Let’s begin understanding with the astonishing case of an infant company which has recently put its foot in the FMCG sector but has managed to bestow sleepless nights on its competitors. I’m referring here to the ‘Swadeshi Brand’, or as portrayed so, Patanjali. Patanjali, I hope is known to all. It is a recently established brand under the leadership of Baba Ramdev who is a well-known yoga guru in India, often seen in news for the most asinine of reasons. Patanjali is the provider of more than 350 products belonging to FMCG sector, be it shampoos, soaps, oats, honey, detergents, name it and you have it. Undeterred by the presence of huge credible brands who have enjoyed the loyalty of customers over decades, Patanjali stood tall with its comprehensive strategy of being proactive in understanding the changing patterns of the needs of the Indian consumer and hit the target with its precise content. The brand created a positive environment for its products; it hit the sub-conscious mind by inducing trial on the part of the consumer. What made the leadership so effective? What are the ingredients that mixed up together to produce this profitable formula? We will answer many such questions when we arrive at the end of our discussion.

Let’s have a  brainstorming and contemplating upon the first habit of the seven habits of highly effective people advocated by the celebrated author and motivational speaker Mr. Stephan Covey. The first habit talks about the perks of being a ‘proactive person’. Under the umbrella of this habit, we shall discuss about power of making a choice, monitoring our choices, taking initiatives, how to choose between acting on or being acted upon, listening to our language, our circles of concern and influence and their relevant expansion, extent of control whether direct or indirect, whether harsh or subtle, our mistakes and their respective consequences, turning a negative situation to a positive one and keeping our commitments amidst many.

I am 100% you who is reading this NOW a well-educated & well-taught and highly ambitious individual. Who know that pro-activity regards to being anticipatory and taking future-oriented action. But, it does not end at that. Stephen Covey sub divides as well as amalgamates these sub categories, which hold individual importance in themselves, to give out an extensive analysis of Pro-activity. 

Proactivity deals with self-awareness or the ability to think about your own thought process as a separate entity. You are not defined by your moods. You are not your feelings; you are not under their spell. It is you who controls what kind of emotions and reactions a stimulus will receive out of you. You are in charge here. The very fact that these set of reactions can be evaluated by us makes them separate from our identity. Self -awareness has always given man dominance over any other species of animals because they lack this great power of assessing one’s own thought process. 

In this world of extensive globalization, we are bombarded with choices, alternatives, opportunities and threats. Exercising the power of making a choice comes with great responsibility and we need to respect that if we want to broaden our mental and spiritual horizons. Essential it is to acknowledge that when we start making choices based on the assessment of our behavior to different situations, we need to also keep on monitoring them.

Monitoring the choices to make sure the performance is satisfactory is very relevant because my choice may not always turn out to be beneficial in a given situation. A line has to be drawn between making choices and making sensible choices which enhance performance and productivity.

To understand it better, I would like to share one example. Apple is one of the most powerful brands across the globe. The essence of the brand lies in developing technology which is premium and ground breaking. And, the brand has often managed to bewilder consumers with its dynamic products. I don’t know how many of you are aware of this but there was a time when Steve Jobs was adroitly forced out of his own brand. It was somewhere around 1985. Jobs went on to find NeXT and explored new horizons in the field of technology. But, Apple, on the other hand, was soon having troubles without his leadership. In 1997, Apple purchased NeXT, and Jobs became the former's CEO once again. He returned and quickly took the company, which was on the verge of bankruptcy, back to profitability. They’re right when they say Karma never loses an address!

Now, try to understand the emotional stress that this kind of situation must inflict upon a person who has been forced out of his own company which was a result of many years of labor and hard work. Quite heartbreaking, isn’t it? Most of us would go crazy thinking about what a big loss we’ve suffered. But, Jobs on the contrary, never looked behind. He did not let this situation and his momentary feelings overpower his senses and his thought process. He took charge of the situation and reacted in the most positive and effective way possible. He believed in his talent and made a choice of coming up with something even bigger. He did not stop his growth at that point; instead he assessed the circumstance and turned the situation 360 degrees for himself. He is one great example of a proactive person who made sensible choices and reinforced his identity with optimism. So, what did we learn from this incident?

The importance of focusing on what you can influence and how do you expand your circle of influence. We need to make sure that we are driven by values and not feelings. We need to anticipate reactions, empathize with people, read the situation and then compensate weaknesses with vision, talent and creativity. ‘I am responsible for my work’, ‘I am accountable for what I did or didn’t do’ and ‘how can I influence this situation to get a positive outcome’ are the statements characterized by a proactive person. Proactive people aren't pushy. They're smart, they're value driven, they read reality, and they know what's needed.

Another important aspect of the principle of proactivity urges you to see yourself from your own point of view rather than judging your personality based on the projections made by the “Social Mirror”.  Why is it important, you ask? Because if the only vision that we have of ourselves comes from a Social mirror and from the opinions, perceptions, suggestions and paradigms of people around us, our society- our view would be like a reflection in the crazy mirror that you find at a fair which keeps on changing- increasing or decreasing, beautiful or ugly (ugly most of the times, at least in my case). Hence, the social paradigm, which is merely a projection, enjoys no attention as long as you are contented with yourself and your identity.

When WhatsApp owners John Koum and Brian Acton were turned down by Facebook they paid no attention to the Social mirror which apparently showed them imperfect projections like- You’re not good enough, you lack this, you are not up to the mark, and you failed in the interview. Instead of getting intimidated by these opinions both of them chose to be proactive instead of being reactive to the situation. They worked hard and developed a revolutionary messenger app which completely turned the world of telecommunications upside down. Now, people could send messages along with added features & benefits, without incurring much cost. Now, who wouldn’t like that?!  Six years down the lane, Facebook, one of the leading players in the market of Social media, decided to acquire this venture before it becomes a too big to handle competition and a potential threat to their business at a whopping 19 billion US Dollars. And with this, life comes to a full circle.

Now, I want to ask you what is common in the examples of Apple, WhatsApp and Patanjali?

All the leaders chose to act rather being acted upon by people and circumstances, they exercised the power of choice while being sober, they took initiatives, they expanded their circle of influence as and when the opportunity came, and they all turned a negative situation to their advantage by analyzing and monitoring their reaction to the stimulus. 

All of them preferred to ask- What should I do next to make the best of the opportunities that lie in the future? What kind of product should I develop which serves the customer? What does the customer actually wants? How can I make it big for myself? These set of questions that a person asks himself differentiates him/her from a reactive person. And that is where an average person becomes a role model of success and power for millions to admire.

So can we ask own-self  how proactive we are for a huge exam like UGC NET? Yes I am sure you must have asked this question to yourself many a time , still I advocate ask once again. We have still time until Dec 2016 around 4 months to be proactive and give our best to drive results. 

Always remember if you want to be effective, keep on elevating your life via conscious endeavor choosing the correct being proactive. 

****Thank You****

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15 Last minute tips to stay ahead of yourself on the CBSE/UGC NET Exam 10th July 2016

These are simple things and know to all still thought of putting them......

AnyExamAnyTime

ü Don’t punish yourself for anything happen yesterday, look for sunrise today. Yesterday has no power on you; it’s today what you decide going to happen in future.

ü  Be on time and follow all the given guidelines to avoid any last minute mental stress and disturbance.

ü  Try enjoying some time just before the exam day along with nature. Going to water park is a good idea.

ü  Admit card, valid identity card keep ready.

ü  Avoid carrying any unnecessary items to exam hall.

ü  Take help of friends, teacher, or relative to accompany you until the exam hall.

ü  If going alone and required something do not hesitate to ask for help from fellow students or Invigilating teachers.

  

ü  Answer every question & try to keep your first answer your final answer unless you get any factual information which may develop a need to alter the 1st answer.

ü  If having any doubt skip the question and put in to parking lot and do it once all confirm questions done. (Remember Not to leave any question unanswered)

ü  On paper 1 try attempting the data interpreting table question even if not getting calculation for all at least attempt three out of 5 as three are most easy.

ü  Do not leave all 5 DI question thinking that data table is difficult.

ü  For math type questions use direct Deshi Style calculation where you fall short of formula or not able to decide which formula to be used?

ü  Once done with all confirmed question while attempting the doubt type questions try rejecting option method.

ü  At any point of time while fell a kind of anxiety or fall short of memory, take a deep breath or ask for a glass of water and enjoy the taste of water for a while.

ü  As with any test, the student should get a good night’s sleep beforehand, eat breakfast, wear comfortable clothes and be prepared for intensely bright lights and uncomfortable chairs, rude voice of exam coordinators etc.

Stay Silent for a while from within

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