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[Topper’s talk] Kajal Jha, IGNOU M.A. English (MEG)- Gold Medal, 75%, RC- Delhi-2.

IGNOU Topper’s talk – Ms. Kajal Jha, University Gold Medalist, M.A. English (MEG)
Ms. Kajal Jha receiving IGNOU University Gold Medal Award & degree from the Hon'ble Vice President of India in the 32nd convocation of IGNOU held on April 03, 2019.

Name
Kajal Jha
Age (while joining IGNOU)
21 years
IGNOU  Enrolment number
166063850
Name of Course with code
Masters in English (MEG)
Medium of Study
English
Month and Year of Passing the course
June 2018
Gold medal awarded in which year/convocation
03.04.2019 / 32nd convocation
Total percentage of marks obtained
75 %
Regional Centre
RC Delhi 2, IGNOU Rajghat, New Delhi- 110002
Study centre
SPD Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi- 110088
Previous courses before joining IGNOU
B.A. English Honors from Delhi University
2013-16
Other courses from IGNOU, if any
N.A
Work experience, if any
Guest Faculty at IPU, Bhartiya VidhyaPeeth College of Engineering; Subject Matter Expert English at Homework from Web (taught Australian Students); Content writing
Current organization & job title
N.A.
Competitive Exams (after graduation)
N.A.
Other achievements
N.A.
Hobbies
Writing, reading,  and cycling

IGNOU MEG result and course content review with suggested books:-



S.No.
Course code
Assignment marks
TEE Marks
Was IGNOU material sufficient (Yes/No)
Name of other reference books that can help students
1.
MEG01 
British Poetry
89
75
Yes
Read the poems
2.
MEG02 
British Drama 
86
71
Yes
Read the original text as well (e.g. Read Hamlet by Shakespeare for Block three, Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlowe for Block one)
3.
MEG03
British Novel 
90
72
Yes
Read the original text as well (e.g. Read Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen for Block two, Pamela)
4.
MEG04
Aspects of Language 
89
80
Yes
Read the original text as well
5.
MEG05
Literary criticism & theory 
90
64
Yes
Read the original text as well
6.
MEG07
Indian English literature 
91
61
Yes
Read the original text as well
7.
MEG08
New literatures in English 
90
61
Yes
Read the original text as well
8.
MEG11
American Novel
89
58
Yes
Read the original text as well

Final Percentage in IGNOU MEG = 75% 

IGNOU Assignments: M.A. English (MEG)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

(PS- I am including these simple questions as freshers do have all these doubts)

1.
Did you strictly follow the word limit for the assignment? (Yes/Not exactly)
Yes
2.
Did you make the assignments only from the IGNOU course material? (Yes/No/Partially). Please mention the other sources which you used.
No, I read the material thoroughly and made my own answers, added my own point of view and critical comments
3.
Did you use plain white A4 sheets for assignment writing? (Yes/No). If No, please give details.
No, I used ruled A4 size sheets
4.
Did you draw side margins in the assignment? (Yes/No)
There was no need
5.
You wrote the IGNOU assignment answers in blue pen or black dot/pilot pen or both?
Questions with black pen and answers with only blue pen
6.
Did you write assignments on a single side of the paper or double side? (Single Side/Double-side)
Double sides, no need to waste paper. IGNOU doesn’t prefer wastage of resources.
7.
On average, how many pages per answer did you write? (3, 4, 5…)
For a 20 mark answer 4 or maximum 5 pages. Not more than that.
8.
After completing the assignment, did you use spiral binding, plastic file, stapler, or others? Please specify.
Probably a simple basic plastic file
9.
Did you keep a photocopy of your assignments (Yes/No)
No, which I regret.
10.
Did you visit the study centre to submit the assignments or sent them through the post? (Visited Study centre/Post)
I personally visited the study centre; it was very close to my residential area. However, posting is also okay.

Please provide your special tips due to which you secured high marks in IGNOU MEG assignments:-

Answer:
Read the study material beforehand and then prepare your answers on a rough register. Finally copy it down on fair sheets. Add your own critical viewpoint.
Note: You can also refer to my earlier post for other important instructions for making IGNOU Assignments.

IGNOU M.A. English (MEG) Term End Examination (TEE)

 Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1.
Did you strictly follow the word limit in the TEE? (Yes/Not exactly)
Yes
2.
On average, how many pages per answer did you write? (3,4, 5…)
For 20 marks 4-5 sides only. If you write more than that the checker is likely to get tired and not read your answers properly.
3.
You wrote the TEE answers in blue pen or black dot/pilot pen or both?
Blue pen only
4.
Is it easy to complete all the TEE answers in the prescribed time-limit? (Yes/No).
Yes, for literature however you’ll have to do a bit of time management as they are lengthy.
5.
Did you draw any diagrams, mindmaps, etc. in any paper? (Yes/No).
In literature never!
6.
For how many hours/days did you study for the TEE?
I read on a daily basis at my own pace which is actually very low, two hours every day but I started way too early. I didn’t wait for the date sheet to come out and didn’t study at all before exams (not bragging). Regular reading will help more than cramming stuff a day before the exam.
7.
How did you prepare for TEE? Did you make comprehensive subject-wise notes? Please give details.
Again I was a regular reader.
I read on a daily basis at my own pace which is actually very low, two hours every day but I started way too early. I didn’t wait for the date sheet to come out and didn’t study at all before exams (not bragging). Regular reading will help more than cramming stuff a day before the exam.
8.
Is the format of asking questions in TEE needs a relook? Is TEE able to test the subject knowledge and analytical skills well? Suggest enriching ideas.
No need to overlook the pattern. It is quite good. If you work hard and prepare properly.
9.
Did you apply for obtaining a photocopy of answer scripts? (Yes/No)
no
10.
Did you apply for re-evaluation in any subject? (Yes/No). If Yes, please mention the subject to the best of your memory.
There was no need.
11.
Did your marks increase after the re-evaluation? (Yes/No)
NA
12.
Any other reforms in TEE which you think are pertinent? Please give details.
Term-end examinations are designed by experts and I like the pattern.
13.
Did you take help from IGNOU guide books? (Yes/No) If yes, please mention the books.
No. no examiner prefer answers from guide although you will pass if you read from them but are not likely to score well.

Please provide your special tips due to which you secured high marks in IGNOU MEG Term End Examinations (TEE):-

Answer:
I really have no special tips. I was dedicated and wanted to score a distinction which I got eventually along with the Medal. I am passionate about literature and that helped.

Other Frequently asked questions (FAQ) :-


1.  Did your course have a practical/Internship/project component? If yes, please provide complete details as students have a lot of questions and issues in this section.
       Answer:  No

2.     Apart from IGNOU text books, which book would you recommend for the students to get crystal clear concepts & maximum marks in this course?

Answer:  Well all the suggestive list of books is included in the study material.

3.      What was your motivation for joining this particular IGNOU course?

Answer: Passion for literature

4.      Did this course help you in your job or getting a job? Please explain how.

Answer: A big yes! I secured a guest faculty position in IP University.

5.      What are your suggestions for the freshers who are joining this course?

Answer: Read the text. Read the study material. Read the original novel, drama, poetry, etc. I think the major problem with students who join this course is that they are habitual to read summaries from the internet and that’s it. 

 You are in a masters level course you will anyhow need to read the entire original novel, drama, et cetra. Reading summaries from the internet won’t help you pass or even guides.


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How do u know that you are in a merit or topper list. Did u get any mail or something that you r getting a medal.
Thursday, August 11, 2022
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