Students Co-Peer under Guidance Study (SCOPUS) Model - A Conceptual Framework for Students? Development

Dr. Pradnya Deepak Dandekar

Abstract: In recent decade the focus of education system is on competency based education. Student must be competent enough with respective competencies of course outcome when he receives the degree or diploma. This outcome should be reflected in all the three domains which includes cognitive, psychomotor & affective. The structured model of Students Co- Peer Under guidance Study (SCOPUS) model will help the students to acquire necessary competencies in attitudinal & communication domain along with development of cognitive as well as psychomotor skill to enhance their academic performance. It involves the students in learning process actively. SCOPUS model is the supporting system to build up the students’ confidence in communication skill, attitudinal skill, leadership skills and peer mentoring. It should be implemented in regular activities and also specially recommended for potential learners. It creates networking among students and not only beneficial for mentees as learner but most beneficial for the students who are co peers.

Keywords: SCOPUS Model, competency based education, supporting system, potential learners, communication skills