In collaboration with CSIR-NML, KAMP organized the fifth Professional Development Program tailored for teachers on 27th of February 2024. It is a specialized online teacher training program that took place, accommodating over 150 teachers from diverse schools, all across the nation. The program focused on the theme ‘Fostering Experiential Learning in Science Education, Beyond the Textbook’. Participating educators engaged in comprehensive training sessions conducted by subject matter experts, covering various dimensions of science education.
Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform (KAMP) is an Initiative and Knowledge Alliance of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) – National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) and industrial partner M/S Nysa Communications Pvt. Ltd. (NCPL), it intends to develop creativity, meaningful learning, critical reading, and thinking skills that bring out the inherent abilities of the students.
Through this program, the teachers received the opportunity to interact and learn from prestigious scientists, Dr. Sandip Ghosh Chowdhury (Chief Scientist and Head of Materials Engineering Division at CSIR-NML), Dr. K. Gopala Krishna (Chief Scientist of Materials Engineering Division at CSIR-NML) and Dr. Animesh Jana (Senior Scientist and PI of Jigyasa, CSIR-NML).
The scientists delved into an array of subjects during their presentation, providing a comprehensive introduction to CSIR-NML. They specifically highlighted major focus areas within CSIR-NML, such as materials, minerals, national priorities at government level, effective management of primary and secondary resources, among others.
In their insightful discussion, the scientists introduced innovative tools aimed at enhancing the learning experience. They emphasized strategies for effective learning, smart teaching methodologies, and the importance of experiential learning. Additionally, they presented hands-on examples to illustrate key concepts, focusing on topics such as the concept of primary colors and electromagnetic induction, including the intriguing aspect of contactless electricity transport.
This multi-faceted approach not only broadened the understanding of the teachers but also provided valuable insights into fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for students.
Towards the end of the session, Mr. Aniket Arora (Outreach Coordinator, KAMP) expressed his gratitude to all the Speakers and participants present in the session. He also mentioned the importance of such events and how KAMP believes that such experiential learning is the key to fostering teachers and students’ deep interest in and understanding of science & other developments in India.
Additionally, he informed the teachers about the upcoming activities like the online Knowledge Sharing Sessions, Scientific Excursions for students as well as Continuous Professional Development for educators to explore, discover, and engage with various scientific disciplines in a real-world setting at various eminent CSIR laboratories/Research Organizations in India.
