Stem lab in schools

  Building Resilient Minds: How Project MATE Brings Mental Wellness to Indian Classrooms     Introduction   The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in collaboration with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi, has unveiled the ‘MATE’ project—Mind Activation Through Education—to champion student mental wellness and strengthen the support system in schools.   What is Project MATE?   Project MATE is a five-day intensive training program designed by AIIMS experts specifically for counselors and wellness teachers from CBSE-affiliated schools. The initiative leverages the “MATE-5” framework, focusing on nurturing emotional resilience, managing stress, and promoting digital well-being among adolescents.   Key Features of the MATE Project   The MATE-5 Framework   Builds resilience and strong coping strategies for students facing academic and personal challenges.   Strengthens peer connections through supportive and ...

Igniting Innovation: How STEM Labs Are Shaping India’s Next Generation of Engineers       Building Future Talent: The Vision Behind STEM Labs   India’s engineering ecosystem is rapidly evolving, and a major catalyst is the launch of cutting-edge STEM Innovation Labs by global leader GKN Automotive. These labs are designed to address the growing skills gap and inspire the next generation of engineers, focusing on real-world experiences, curiosity, and critical thinking. Located in places like Oragadam (Kancheepuram District) and Bangalore , these labs are part of GKN Automotive’s “Future Talent Programme ,” which partners with non-profits to reach vulnerable communities and create inclusive opportunities.   Hands-On Learning: Empowering Students Through Experience   STEM Innovation Labs immerse students in project-based learning with access to electronic tools, mechanical kits, and rapid prototyping equipment. Young learners experiment safely in modern cla...

CBSE Exam 2025 Revolutionizes Learning: From Rote to Real Competency       Introduction: CBSE’s 2025 Exam Shake-Up   The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced sweeping reforms for its 2025 board exams, marking a pivotal departure from pure memorization to assessing real understanding and practical skills . This blog explains exactly how these changes will impact students, educators, and parents—and why competency-based questioning is the game-changer Indian classrooms have been waiting for.     Why Competency-Based Questions Matter   Competency-based questions are designed to gauge how well students can apply theory to real-world situations. In the 2025 CBSE pattern, up to 50% of exam papers (Class 10) and 40% (Class 12) will feature these questions, including case studies, scenario-based problems, and source data analysis. This shift aligns with NEP 2020, aiming to foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skill...