What are the common labels in Sharakshara which can be misread / confused?

Understanding Terminology in Sharakshara App

The Sharakshara App is designed to cater to global educational needs. Education systems across the world vary significantly in terms of academic structure, administrative processes, and terminology used by institutions. Because of these geographical differences, certain terms or labels used within Sharakshara may have different meanings depending on the region or type of institution.

Below are some commonly used terms in Sharakshara App and what they typically refer to, to avoid any confusion during implementation and usage.

Common Terminology Used in Sharakshara App

Course
Refers to the programme to which a student is admitted. This could be called:

• Standard or Grade (e.g., Grade 1, Grade 10)

• Diploma or Degree programme (e.g., Electronics Engineering, MBA, MS)

Subject
Refers to the individual modules or topics taught under a Course or Programme.
In some regions, these are also referred to as “Courses.”
For example:

• English is a subject

• Mathematics is a subject

Grade
Often confused with Course or Class.
In Sharakshara, Grade refers to the scale used to measure a student’s academic performance.
Examples include:

• First Class with Distinction

• First Class

• Second Class

• Pass

• Fail

Hostel
Refers to the residential facility provided by the school or college.
In some regions, this may be called:

• Dormitory

• Residential Facility

• Student Housing

Exams / Examination
Refers to assessments conducted by teachers or lecturers to evaluate the academic or co-curricular performance of students. These can include:

• Written exams

• Practical exams

• Internal assessments

• Continuous evaluations

This understanding of terminology will help institutions configure and use the Sharakshara App more effectively, regardless of their geographical location or education system.