Hyderabad: India developed Intel Future Scientist programme, that aims to sustain the innovative streak in students, has been launched by the global chip maker.
The programme empowers teachers to transform science and math education in their classrooms. It is aimed at enabling the next generation of innovators to have a sound grounding in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
The focus of the initiative is to help science teachers present their curricula from an inquiry-based perspective to help foster a spirit of research and innovation among their students.
The programme was initially launched at the Asia Science Educator Academy in December 2011. Intel will work with leading NGOs, social organisations and State Governments to execute the roll out of the programme and reach close to 50,000 girls and help them develop scientific skills and expertise.
The programme will give the next generation of innovators a solid STEM education through curricula, competitions and online educational resources.
A press release from Intel quoted Dr. Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, Member of the Planning Commission of Government of India as saying, “At every level, science education remains crucial for India's continued growth as a knowledge economy. I hope the Intel Future Scientist programme will support schools across the country to strengthen inquiry based learning, spark curiosity and encourage innovation in the classrooms.”
Seven Modules
The programme consists of seven modules that are delivered over two days of training comprising inquiry-based learning, facilitating scientific inquiry from the classroom to the science fair.
Technology is amongst the greatest tools to advance education and we need innovative programmes that have challenging curricula to prepare our students for the careers of the future. Promoting and nurturing that spirit of inquiry among students is the primary goal of Intel Future Scientist programme,” said Dr. Praveen Vishakantaiah, President of Intel India.
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