‘Science in your pocket’: Nagaland Govt to introduce ‘Virtual Labs’ in Govt colleges in October
First Published: 31st August, 2024 18:57 IST
The introduction of Virtual Labs aligns with the Centre's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) laid out in National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
The Nagaland Government is all set to launch Virtual Labs in all government colleges across the state by October 2024, making it the first state in India to implement such an initiative. This significant move is expected to transform science education by providing students with innovative tools and resources to enhance their learning experience.
The Higher Education Department led by Minister Temjen Imna Along took a significant step forward by successfully conducting a demonstration of the virtual Labs Project on August 30, 2024. This event marked a significant milestone in Nagaland’s efforts to advance science education in the state.
Notably, the demonstration was attended by Minister Temjen Imna Along along with senior secretaries from the department, and representatives from ITI Limited, emphasizing the government’s commitment to improving education outcomes through digital innovation.
Virtual Labs offer ‘Science in your pocket’, a concept that provides students with easy access to scientific experiments. This initiative is aimed at fostering a scientific mindset among the students necessary in today’s technology-driven world. By introducing ‘Virtual Labs’ the Nagaland government hopes to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, thereby inculcating a deeper understanding of science among students.
The introduction of Virtual Labs aligns with the Centre’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) laid out in National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 towards focusing on more practical and pure science-based education.
By integrating Virtual Labs into the curriculum, Nagaland is taking a significant step towards achieving these goals, fostering a new generation of scientifically literate individuals well-equipped for the challenges of future.
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