Experiential learning will make transform youth from Job Seekers to Job Creators, says Education Minister
AICTE joins forces with industry giants Salesforce, Microsoft, Cisco, and Adobe on Teacher's Day
Our commitment is resolute in endowing our students with a comprehensive and groundbreaking learning experience. Experiential learning is the catalyst that will unlock our youth's full potential, transforming them from mere job-seekers into job-creators, said Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education.
On the occasion of Teacher’s Day a series of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were solemnized, heralding a new era of experiential learning.
The signing of these transformative MoUs at this landmark event united influential stakeholders from the educational sector, industry leaders, and government entities in a collaborative effort to instigate innovation and embrace experiential learning within Indian education. These agreements symbolize a collective endeavor to empower students, educators, and entrepreneurs, fostering a dynamic and all-encompassing approach to education.
Prof TG Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE articulated: ""In a momentous collaboration, AICTE joins forces with industry giants Salesforce, Microsoft, Cisco, and Adobe on Teacher's Day, marking a significant stride towards a Skilled India. These strategic MoUs aim to enhance faculty capabilities and equip students with digital learning solutions, skill mapping, and industry-relevant training. Our vision is to prepare the youth for an ever-evolving future. Education alone isn't enough; we must empower students with practical skills for the dynamic world ahead.
This partnership represents an ecosystem where academia and industry unite to tackle challenges and nurture innovation. AICTE also pioneers educational reforms by introducing minor degree programs in emerging fields like AI, data science, robotics, and cybersecurity. By teaming up with Adobe, Microsoft, Cisco, and Salesforce, we create a future-centric paradigm, embracing technology's transformative power. This collaboration promises professional growth for students, educators, and business leaders, paving the way for a generation ready to shape tomorrow's world. Together, we chart a course towards a brighter, more skilled India."
A Representative from Microsoft said that the tech giant firm is committed to empowering the next generation of innovators. Through our collaboration with AICTE and this historic MoU, we aim to provide students with the tools and technologies they need to excel in the digital age.
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