NIIT showcases cutting-edge ICT learning tools for imparting science and math education in schools at the 28th Guwahati Book Fair and Literary Festival 2014
Guwahati, December 26, 2014: NIIT, a global leader in Skills and Talent Development, showcased its state-of-the-art technology based School Learning Solutions for Science and Math – MathLab and Mobile Science Lab - at the 28th Guwahati Book Fair and Literary Festival, 2014 being held in the city today. These ICT learning tools have been introduced in various schools across the state under Phase VI of the Rajiv Gandhi Computer Education Program. NIIT has partnered with the Government of Assam to carry forward the vision of Honorable Chief Minister, Mr. Tarun Gogoi, to "Build a Computer Literate Assam." The 28th Guwahati Book Fair organized by the Education Department, Government of Assam is an effort to establish a benchmark in the literary circles of the state.
MathLab is a novel concept that enables school students to learn and explore mathematical concepts and verify mathematical facts and theorems using technology tools like 'Geometer's Sketchpad' as well as hands-on activities using a wide variety of mathematical models. Mobile Science Lab is the first of its kind portable computerized Science Laboratory which enables students to correlate scientific concepts taught in the class to real life. Under Rajiv Gandhi Computer Education Program in the state of Assam, students from Classes VI to X get an exposure to technology assisted learning through MathLab and Mobile Science Lab.
Mr. Hemant Sethi, President, School Learning Solutions, NIIT Limited said, "NIIT is showcasing cutting-edge school learning solutions that have added a new dimension to teaching and learning of science and math in schools at the 28th Guwahati Book Fair. Under Rajiv Gandhi Computer Education Program we have so far introduced these learning tools in 1054 higher and higher secondary government schools across the state. This initiative is part of the larger vision of the Assam Government to "Build a Computer Literate Assam" and we are pleased to be associated with this cause"
Over the years, NIIT has been working extensively in Assam to impart computer literacy and is an active partner to Government of Assam in implementing Rajiv Gandhi Computer Education Program. The Education Department, Government of Assam through Assam Electronic Development Corporation (AMTRON) has tied up with NIIT to provide computer education to the students of the Government Schools in the state. The Government of Assam initiated this project in 2003 and till date it has covered 3819 government Higher and Higher Secondary Schools. Out of this, 2175 schools are under NIIT.
Under Rajiv Gandhi Computer Education Program Phase VI, Mobile Science Lab and MathLab got introduced to the project for the first time. NIIT has trained more than 27,000 subject teachers on ICT Skills and have provided employment opportunity to more than 3000 local youths.