The 26th UGC-CEC Educational Film Festival is set to recognise and celebrate innovative contributions to the field of education through the medium of film. This prestigious event invites filmmakers, media houses, educational institutions, and individuals to showcase their creativity and explore new ways of enhancing learning experiences. With the Innovative Lecture Award and the Best MOOCs Award up for grabs, each carrying a cash prize of Rs 50,000, the festival gives a unique opportunity to gain national recognition while contributing to the growing role of media in transforming education. The festival encourages the participants to think outside the box, harnessing the power of visual storytelling to inspire both educators and learners in today’s fast-evolving educational landscape.
Showcase your innovation in education!
🎬Participate in the UGC-CEC Educational Film Festival and compete for the Innovative Lecture Award and Best MOOCs Award. Prizes worth ₹50,000 each!
Last Date: 21st November, 2024.
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Organised by the Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC), this festival aims to highlight the role of films and documentaries in enhancing education, encouraging creative methods of teaching, and fostering a more engaging learning environment. Entries for the competition are invited from a broad spectrum of participants, including individuals, media houses, mass communication institutions, and media institutions. It encourages diverse content that can help bridge the gap between traditional learning methods and modern, technology-driven educational solutions.
Films and documentaries submitted to the festival must be in Hindi or English. If the film is in another language, it should be subtitled in English to ensure accessibility to a broader audience. The UGC-CEC Educational Film Festival places particular emphasis on the innovation and quality of content, with the goal of inspiring educators and learners alike. The submission process requires participants to submit their films in a prescribed format along with a completed entry form and any necessary annexures.
One key detail to note is that each participant can submit only one entry per category, ensuring that the competition remains focused and fair. The entries may be sent either physically via post or courier, or online via email. For physical submissions, the envelope should be clearly labelled with the entry’s category and marked as “Entry for 26th CEC-UGC Educational Film Festival”. For online submissions, participants can send their entries through Google Drive to the official festival email address: cecvideocomp@gmail.com.
The last date for receiving entries is November 21, 2024, which means there is still time for interested participants to prepare and submit their films. The results will be declared on the CEC website (https://cec.nic.in), and the winners will be notified through email. This presents a fantastic opportunity for filmmakers to gain exposure and recognition for their work in a highly competitive environment.
The UGC-CEC Educational Film Festival is not just about competing for awards; it is about fostering creativity and sharing new ideas in education. The films and documentaries that are selected for the festival will be showcased to a wide audience, allowing them to inspire future educators and contribute to the ongoing dialogue about innovative educational practices. In a time when digital media plays an increasingly important role in education, the festival serves as a platform for showcasing how media can be used as a powerful tool to transform learning experiences. For those with queries about the submission process or if any clarification is required, Dr Sunil Mehru, Joint Director (Software) at the Consortium for Educational Communication, is available to assist. Dr. Mehru can be contacted at the following phone numbers: +91-11-24126418, +91-11-24126419, and +91-11-24126426. Alternatively, email inquiries can be directed to cecvideocomp@gmail.com.
By participating in the UGC-CEC Educational Film Festival, entrants can not only win prestigious awards but also contribute to the growth and development of the educational landscape in India.
