- A Holistic School Learning Solution to Enhance Teaching and
Learning Experience
- Panel Discussion Highlights Role of Technology to make Learning
Joyful
Jaipur, August 18, 2010: NIIT Limited, leading Global
Talent Development Corporation and Asia’s largest IT trainer, today announced
the launch of a spectrum of products and solutions for the Schools in Jaipur,
under the aegis of ‘NIIT eGURU’.
The launch was followed by a panel discussion highlighting the Role
of Technology in making Learning Joyful.
Eminent panellists comprised: Dr. SK Pradkar, Head ICT - Regional
Institute of Education, Ajmer; Dr. Rajeev Shorey, President, NIIT University;
Prof. Nirmal Tiwari, Ex Principal, Scindia School; Prof. B L Handoo, Managing
Director (I.E.C.S).
NIIT eGURU is a School Learning Solution that aims at making the vital
process of teaching and learning simpler, thus bringing back the joy of learning
for students. It is an integrated and comprehensive teaching, learning and
education resource planning solution for the schools that has been designed to
addresses the needs of all key stakeholders within the education realm—Students,
Teachers, School management and Parents.
Remarking on the occasion, Mr. Anurag Dixit, National Sales Head -
Channels, NIIT Ltd, said, “NIIT believes in providing impactful
learning solutions for students. NIIT eGuru is an initiative to make the present
curriculum in Schools interesting and interactive, thereby bringing back the joy
of learning. We are delighted to now launch our eGURU range of solutions in
Schools of Jaipur”.
The NIIT eGURU range for schools comprises ‘Interactive Classrooms’ for
teachers, ‘Math lab’, ‘Mobile Science Lab’ and ‘IT Wizard’ for students, and
‘Quick School’ an Education Resource Planning solution for school management. It
is specially designed to address the growing need of using ICT in schools.
About NIIT eGURU solutions:
Interactive
Classrooms – Designed as per the recommendations of National Curriculum
Framework-2005, NIIT eGURU Interactive Classrooms integrates teaching, learning,
assessment and analysis through the optimization of technology. The content
offered is Interactive in nature and provides the Teacher with adequate control
and execute the teaching as per the requirement. At the core of Interactive
Classrooms is the embedded Teaching Learning Material that comprises of powerful
tools like interactive lessons, lesson plan, web links, a comprehensive Question
Bank, Assessment Engine, Reports and other features that enhances teaching and
learning process.
Math Lab – The ‘Math Lab’ is all about learning,
verifying and visualizing mathematical concepts in a ‘fun’ way. Through
educational aids, interactive tools, manipulatives, computer interface, guided
by teachers and NIIT experts, it inspires ‘out-of-the-box’ thinking. It
inculcates learning through ‘Applied Reasoning’. This learner-centered approach
to math helps every child imagine, investigate and interact effectively. Best of
all, it’s based on the NCERT Math Syllabus and caters to classes
3-10.
Mobile Science Lab – The first of its kind
portable computerized Science Laboratory in India, brings a Science Lab right
into the classroom. This helps in bridging the gap between classroom teaching
and the application of the concepts in a lab for reinforced learning. The
students can carry the lab for field trips and outdoor activities. Thus helping
students connecting knowledge gained in a classroom to real life.
IT Wizard - This unique IT program from NIIT enables
Schools to keep abreast of technology. It equips the students with core computer
knowledge and IT skills, which is an essential part of the Child’s development
& intellectual growth for the 21st Century. We have upgraded our flagship
‘IT WIZARD’ curriculum to include Windows Vista and Office 2007.
Quick School – is an Educational Resource Planning
tool for schools which offers an integrated and comprehensive solution spanning
all functional requirements of educational institutions. QuickSchool allows
schools to manage information on Academics, Staff, Students, Examination,
Attendance, Fees, Schedules, Payroll, Recruitment, Library, Hostel, Transport,
Inventory on a real time basis.
As part of NIIT eGURU offering, the benefits of the NIIT Mind Champion
Academy- a joint initiative between NIIT and Grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand,
will be extended to the schools. The initiative consists of:
• Formation of Chess clubs at Schools
• Chess coaching
• Chess
tournaments
• Identifying talents and encouraging them to play tournaments
and get FIDE rating
The chess clubs at the schools are facilitated with a chess kit
consisting of a chess coaching software, chess board, posters etc.
The schools will also benefit by getting a national platform to
showcase the talent of their children in digital arts. Opportunity to
participate in ‘Digital Arts Festival’- an annual event conducted by NIIT, will
also form a part of the offering.
NIIT School Learning Solutions division, has provided computer-based
learning to over 15,000 government and private schools combined, equipping them
with crucial IT skills to prepare them for tomorrow’s knowledge society. The
solutions are designed based on inputs and extensive validations from
academicians and academic institutions around the country.
About NIIT
NIIT Limited, leading Global Talent Development Corporation and Asia’s
largest IT trainer, offers learning and knowledge solutions to over 5 million
students across 40 countries.
Leading IT magazine Dataquest has conferred upon NIIT, the ‘Top IT Training
Company’ award successively for the past 17 years, since the inception of this
category. Rated among India’s Business Superbrands 2008, NIIT’s Individual
Learning Business offerings include industry-endorsed programs for students
seeking careers in IT - GNIIT, Edgeineers and Global Net Plus
for IT professionals.
NIIT has provided computer-based learning to over 15,000 government and
private schools. The futuristic NIIT eGURU range for schools is
a holistic education package that comprises of Interactive Classrooms
(an embedded Teaching Learning Material, that uses elements of
interactivity, automation and web links library); Math lab
(technology tools that enable school students to learn and explore
mathematical concepts); IT Wizard (equips the students with
core computer knowledge and IT skills); and Quick School (an
Education Resource Planning solution for school management).
For working professionals, NIIT Imperia, Centre for
Advanced Learning, offers Executive Management Education Programs in association
with Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) at Ahmadabad, Indore, Kolkata,
Lucknow, IMT Ghaziabad and IIFT Delhi.
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 Uniqua, Centre for Process Excellence, addresses the
increasing demand for skilled workers in the business and technology services
industry by providing training programs in relevant areas. This is a part of
NIIT Institute of Process Excellence, a NIIT-Genpact venture.
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.
NIIT delivers a tailored combination of catalog learning
products, technology and services through Element K offerings. These include:
vLab®: hands-on labs, instructor-led courseware, comprehensive e-reference
libraries, technical journals, and KnowledgeHub™: hosted learning management
platform. This makes NIIT the first and the best choice for comprehensive
learning solutions, worldwide.
Ushering in a new model in higher education is the not-for-profit
NIIT University, established in 2009 with a vision of being the
leading centre of innovation and learning in emerging areas of the Knowledge
Society. Nestled in the foothills of Aravali, in Neemrana, Rajasthan, the
picturesque 100 acres fully residential green campus has been developed as an
institute of excellence based on the four core principles of providing industry
linked, technology based, research driven, seamless education
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