- A revolutionary concept aimed at making mathematics simple & fun to learn, for students
- Study shows that MathLab Plus has a positive impact on students' performance in mathematics
Hyderabad, December 19, 2014: Five-time World Champion and NIIT MindChampion Viswanathan Anand today launched the state-of-the-art NIIT Nguru MathLab Plus at a function organized at Kennedy High Global School, Hyderabad. A breakthrough initiative, MathLab Plus aims at making the vital subject of mathematics simpler, easier and fun to learn for school students. Present during the inauguration were Mr. Venkata Ravi Kumar Madhira, Zonal Head, School Learning Group, NIIT Limited and Mr. S J Reddy, Chairman Kennedy High Global School.
MathLab Plus 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. MathLab Plus offers multiple teaching and learning aids comprising technology applications, videos, measuring instruments etc. It also enables the teacher to demonstrate, explain and reinforce abstract mathematical ideas by using learning tools like - concrete objects, models, charts, graphs, pictures and posters.
The recent MathLab Impact study, conducted by one of the big four research agencies in 34 schools across 11 states in India to understand the impact of the MathLab both at the quantitative and qualitative levels, highlighted that 20% of children (and adults) suffer from math anxiety. It has been observed that after introduction of MathLab in schools there were multiple changes among the students and as well as teachers in their approach to Math. MathLab helps to increase interest in the subject, develop logical thinking, improves retention of concepts, decreases fear of math and builds up confidence among students through interactive and collaborative learning. The MathLab Impact study clearly shows that Class X students from MathLab using schools perform distinctly better in Math than in schools not using MathLab.
On the occasion of the launch of MathLab Impact Study, NIIT MindChampion Viswanathan Anand spoke on how the collaborative nature of MathLab Plus allows seamless integration of creativity, connectivity and problem solving for contextual learning. With school education evolving day by day, teaching is no longer confined just to classrooms and blackboards. Now the learning has become more interactive allowing high quality education material to reach remote locations thereby allowing teachers to expand their reach.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Venkata Ravi Kumar Madhira, Zonal Head, School Learning Group, NIIT Ltd. said, "NIIT is committed to make education more impactful, interactive and fun filled for teachers and students. NIIT Nguru MathLab Plus is a comprehensive solution that builds an appealing world full of color, touch, sound and exploration around the subject of Mathematics. We are delighted to launch the NIIT Nguru MathLab Plus at Kennedy High Global School, Hyderabad, which will help its students comprehend the subject better."
Speaking on the occasion five-time World Champion and NIIT MindChampion Viswanathan Anand said, "With a vision to enable 'schools of tomorrow', NIIT's MathLab Plus ensures that the students get a thorough grasp on the subject, thus laying a foundation to train students to think, analyze and articulate logically. I congratulate NIIT for introducing MathLab Plus, an innovative product that is likely to redefine school education in India."
Commenting on the efficacy of MathLab Plus, Mr. S J Reddy, Principal, The Kennedy High Global School, said, "The Kennedy High Global School is committed to providing the best infrastructure to foster academic excellence. In this regard, we are pleased to introduce NIIT Nguru MathLab Plus in our school. NIIT's MathLab Plus provides an opportunity to students to understand, internalize, discover and verify the basic mathematical and geometrical concepts through concrete objects and situations, thus building interest and confidence for mathematics."
MathLab Plus is all about learning, verifying and visualizing mathematical concepts in a 'fun' way through educational aids, interactive tools, computer interface and guidance from teachers and NIIT experts. It inspires out of the box thinking and provides an opportunity to explore the valuable knowledge with classmates. With the help of MathLab Plus, teachers can make seemingly complex subjects, easy to understand.
MathLab Plus offers multiple teaching and learning aids comprising technology applications, videos, manipulative, measuring instruments, and tables and charts, to schools on the basis of three pillars of 'Imagine, Investigate and Interact.
About NIIT
Established in 1981, NIIT Limited, a global leader in Skills and Talent Development, offers multi-disciplinary learning management and training delivery solutions to corporations, institutions, and individuals in over 40 countries.
NIIT has three main lines of business across the globe- Corporate Learning Group, Skills and Careers Group, and School Learning Group.
NIIT's Corporate Learning Group (CLG) offers Managed Training Services (MTS) to market-leading companies in North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. The comprehensive suite of Managed Training Services includes custom Curriculum Design and Content Development, Learning Administration, Learning Delivery, Strategic Sourcing, Learning Technology, and Advisory Services. With a team of some of the world's finest learning professionals, NIIT is dedicated to helping customers increase the business value of learning and development (L&D). Built on the sound principles of 'Running Training like a Businesses', NIIT's Managed Training Services and best-in-class training processes enable customers to align business goals with L&D, reduce costs, realise measurable value, benefit from rock-solid operations, and increase business impact.
NIIT's Skills and Careers Group (SCG) delivers a diverse range of learning and talent development programs to millions of individual and corporate learners in areas including Banking, Finance & Insurance, Soft Skills, Business Process Excellence, Retail Sales Enablement, Management Education, Multi-Sectoral Vocational Skills, Digital Media Marketing, and new-age IT. These programs are delivered through a hybrid combination of the 'Cloud Campus' online platform, satellite-based 'Synchronous Learning Technology', and a physical network of hundreds of learning centers in India, China, and select markets in Asia & Africa. The flagship multi-disciplinary course offerings include the industry-endorsed RevGNIIT program and a set of Post Graduate Programs for students from different streams, apart from a wide range of specialist short duration programs.
To further strengthen its SCG portfolio in India, NIIT has tied up with industry majors like ICICI Bank for NIIT Institute of Finance Banking & Insurance, IFBI; leading business schools in India for NIIT Imperia; Genpact for NIIT Uniqua; and a joint venture with NSDC for NIIT Yuva Jyoti. Besides this, for the China market, NIIT has tied up with governments and software parks in Chongqing, Wuxi, Suzhou, Changzhou, Zhangjiagang, Haikou and Dafeng, for state-of-the-art public-private partnership centres.
NIIT's School Learning Group (SLG) provides technology based learning to over 15,000 government and private schools in India, Bhutan, South Africa and the Middle East. The futuristic NIIT nGuru range of learning solutions for schools comprises Interactive Classrooms with digital content, technology-driven Math Lab, IT Wizard programs and Quick School - an Education Resource Planning software.
NIIT's learning and talent development solutions, have received widespread recognition globally. The company has been named among the Top 20 Training Outsourcing Companies for the past seven consecutive years by Training Industry, Inc. Further, leading Indian ICT journal Dataquest has conferred upon NIIT the 'Top Training Company' award successively for the past 20 years, since the inception of this category. NIIT Yuva Jyoti Ltd was recognized as the Best Vocational Education and Skill Development initiative at the World Education Summit, 2014.
In recognition of its people-centric policies, which foster an environment of growth and career development, NIIT has been ranked as the 4th Best Company to work for in India 2013-14, by Great Place to Work Institute.
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About Kennedy High Global School
KENNEDY HIGH the global school is promoted and managed by Kennedy Global Schools Educational Society which was incorporated under the societies Act on 28th January 2004. The construction of the buildings was taken up during January 2004 after obtaining all statutory approvals from HUDA and other agencies. The entire project comprising of Academic Block (4 floors) and Hostel Block (3 floors) was inaugurated by then Hon. Chief Minister late Sri.Y.S. Rajashekhara Reddy on 16th December 2004. The school spreads over a sprawling 5 acre campus to provide the state-of-the art world class infrastructure
and to create an amicable environment for the process of learning and teaching to take place. KENNEDY HIGH is a 30 minute drive from the heart of the city. The structure of the school building is based on contemporary architectural design to ensure ultimate ambience and comfort. Built to allow natural light and ventilation, our school and hostel buildings offer the latest in comfort, convenience and planning. Needless to say, we take pride in providing the unique learning environment for our students.
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