Ed-tech company, Global Shiksha has launched two new products – Preschool Magnetic educational kit and the Kid’s Building Blocks, making learning fun among preschool children. The company claims to conduct an in-depth research led to the designing and development of these tools to enhance communication and problem-solving skills among young learners.
The Pre-School Magnetic educational kit comprises more than 72 magnetic letters and numbers and Kid’s Building Blocks includes blocks of different sizes and colors, helping kids to learn while playing.
The educational kits are conceptualised and designed by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) graduates and help to improve hand-eye coordination, develop motor skills, enhance retention, sharpen memory, and build confidence. Moreover, they are lightweight, and easy to carry to school, play dates, and picnics.
“Our products supplement the learning process by making it experiential. Behind every innovative product and service are hours of brainstorming sessions and teamwork, and that is how we bring about a difference in the lives of children and their parents,” Chander Prakash Garg, CEO and founder, Global Shiksha, said.
These educational kits would allow children to enjoy and develop their sensory and motor skills without remaining hooked to the screens. The colours, shapes and sizes of different elements of these educational tools stimulate interest and enable children to develop fine motor skills essential for learning. Further the company claims its products to be safe and eco-friendly.
IIT Mandi join hands with NSDC to offer courses in emerging technologies
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the nodal agency under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, to introduce digital courses in emerging technologies such as data science, big data analytics, amongst others.
NSDC along with IIT Mandi would design and conceptualise the program in line with the training requirements of students and the market, setting up Centres of Excellence (CoE) to help develop an entrepreneurial spirit and culture among Indian youth.The institute would be involved in quality implementation of live classes. through a robust framework.
“A joint initiative to set up a unique facility for immersive hands-on experience is being planned in the IIT Mandi campus that would promote skills in emerging technologies along with entrepreneurship,” professor Laxmidhar Behera, director, IIT Mandi said.
As a part of the collaboration, new models of training methodology would be jointly created to make learning opportunities more accessible, leading to enhanced employability. NSDC would oversee the on-ground implementation of the overall training program and mobilise the candidates who are keen to avail the training courses being offered by IIT Mandi.
“As we surge to a future of technology-powered growth, we have an immense opportunity to build a high-quality skilled workforce for the rest of the world. The Covid-19 pandemic has also accelerated the need to develop new-age skills while strengthening mechanisms for traditional job roles. Therefore, it is imperative for educational institutes and the industry to come together to enable a holistic ecosystem where India’s youth have access to the resources and mentored routes to the right opportunities. Our partnership with IIT Mandi is an important step to take forward the commitment of keeping India’s young minds relevant in the current business environment,” Ved Mani Tiwari, chief operating officer and officiating CEO, NSDC said.
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