New Delhi, July 10, 2008: NIIT, a leading Global Talent
Development Corporation was honoured for its state-of-the-art ‘Smart
Science Station—Computer Aided eXperience Kit’—at UNESCO’s Annual Convention on
‘Innovative Practices in ICT in Education’, at Bangkok recently.
‘Smart Science Station—Computer Aided eXperience (CAX)’ kit, part of NIIT’s
eGuru solution, is a breakthrough innovation in teaching strategies for Science
in schools. The kit enhances learning capabilities of children by making Science
fun and interesting, thus improving academic performance. It offers a range of
computer aided Science experiments covering topics such as Heat, Electricity and
Sound. The innovative learning solution has already been installed in 50 schools
across the country and has received encouraging response from teachers and
students.
Funded by the Japanese Funds-in-Trust, UNESCO’s Innovative Practices in ICT
in Education project aims to identify, document and share innovative ICT in
Education practices across the world.
NIIT, the only Indian company to win the ‘Certificate of Commendation’ in
the Education Planner and Administrator Category, was amongst 146 entries from
19 countries received by UNESCO.
According to Mr P Rajendran, Chief Operating Officer, NIIT, “We are
delighted that NIIT has brought India on the global map of Innovation in ICT in
Education. It is our consistent endeavour to offer innovative solutions to
enhance the quality of education by aiding school management, teachers and
students with better teaching and learning methodologies.”
NIIT’s Smart Science Station (CAX kit) developed by the research and
development team of NIIT’s School Learning Solutions business, enhances the
effectiveness of teaching and learning Science concepts for Grades 7 to 12, in
schools. When interfaced with a computer, the kit transforms into a
Computer-aided Science Station for students to perform and simulate a wide range
of experiments in a child-friendly and safe environment.
NIIT has been at the forefront of providing computer and computer aided
education in schools. This Global Talent Development Corporation has provided
computer-based learning solutions to over 7700 government and private schools,
and touches over 2.3 million school students, equipping them with crucial IT
skills.
NIIT programs are designed to enable students to acquire skills necessary
for the knowledge economy and their pursuit for higher studies and gainful
employment. NIIT’s computer aided education programs provide effective learning
environment for children in subjects like Mathematics, Science, English and
Social Studies, with special tools to promote critical thinking and analytical
skills leading to student centric learning.
Recognizing the potential of Information and Communication Technologies to
transform the teaching–learning process in the non-formal and formal education
space, and its potential in changing the way teachers and learners gain access
to knowledge and information, NIIT’s ICT in Education initiative focusses on
using IT to enhance the reach and quality of teaching and learning.
For over a decade, NIIT has worked with Governments of Andhra Pradesh,
Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh,
Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Tamil Nadu, Tripura and West Bengal to offer computer
education in schools. Additionally, NIIT has also partnered with many private
schools in the country to help students discover the pleasure of learning
through computers.
About NIIT
NIIT, Asia’s No. 1 IT trainer and leading Global Talent Development
Corporation, offers learning and knowledge solutions to 5 million students
across 34 countries.
Leading IT magazine Dataquest has conferred upon NIIT, the Top IT Training
Company Award 2007. Rated among India’s Superbrands (2003-05), NIIT’s
Individual Learning Business offerings include:
Industry-endorsed programs for students seeking careers in IT: GNIIT, Integrated
ANIIT for Engineers (IAE) and Advanced Technology Programs for IT
professionals.
For working professionals, NIIT Imperia, Centre for Advanced
Learning, offers Executive Management Education Programmes in
association with Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) at Ahmedabad, Indore and
Kolkata.
NIIT Institute of Finance Banking & Insurance (IFBI),
formed by NIIT with equity participation from ICICI Bank, offers
programs for individuals and corporates in Banking, Financial Services and
Insurance.
NIIT Institute of Process Excellence Ltd (NIPE), formed in
joint venture with Genpact will address the increasing demand for skilled
workers in the business & technology services industry by providing training
programs in relevant areas.
NIIT offers turnkey IT integration program for schools. NIIT has provided
computer-based learning to over 7700 government and private
schools.
NIIT’s Corporate Learning Solutions, offers integrated
learning solutions (including strategic consulting, learning design, content
development, delivery, technology, assessment and learning management) to
Fortune 500 companies, Universities, Technology companies, Training corporations
and Publishing houses.
Element K delivers learning solutions for customers and
partners through a tailored combination of catalog learning products,
technology, and services. The offerings include: vLab®:
hands-on labs, instructor-led courseware, comprehensive e-reference libraries,
technical journals, and KnowledgeHub™: hosted learning
management platform.
NIIT together with Element K is now the first and the best choice
for comprehensive learning solutions, worldwide.
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