Roorkee, Uttarakhand, August 30th, 2024: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) proudly concluded a 10-day Teachers’ Development Workshop under the Inspiring India in Research Innovation and STEM Education (iRISE) programme. Held from August 21st to August 30th, 2024, this transformative workshop was organized in collaboration with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Uttarakhand, and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune. The initiative was aimed at empowering teachers from classes VI to X across Uttarakhand, equipping them to become Innovation Champions in their districts.
IIT Roorkee, as a premier institution of national importance, played a pivotal role in hosting and organizing this workshop. The Continuing Education Centre (CEC) of IIT Roorkee, established to advance knowledge and upskill professionals, joined forces with iRISE and IISER Pune to ensure the success of this initiative. The workshop introduced teachers to key concepts in STEM Education, Process Innovation, and Cascade Training Modules, all while fostering a hands-on approach to inquiry and activity-based learning.
Prof. Naveen Kumar, Dean Academic Affairs, IIT Roorkee, expressed his pride in the institute’s involvement, stating, “At IIT Roorkee, we are dedicated to driving educational innovation and excellence. This workshop is a testament to our commitment to empowering educators with the tools and knowledge they need to inspire the next generation of innovators. We believe that by nurturing the educators, we are laying the groundwork for a brighter, more innovative future.”
Prof. Harinath Chakrapani, Principal Investigator, iRISE, IISER Pune, praised IIT Roorkee’s contribution, saying, “The collaboration with IIT Roorkee has been instrumental in bringing this workshop to fruition. Their infrastructure, academic environment, and unwavering support have provided the ideal setting for fostering innovation in education. Together, we are making strides towards a culture of creativity and problem-solving in our schools.”
On behalf of the institute, Prof. Kamal Kishore Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee, highlighted the broader impact of the initiative: “IIT Roorkee is committed to being a beacon of excellence in education and research. By hosting this workshop, we are not only supporting the professional development of teachers but also reinforcing our mission to promote STEM education across India. Our goal is to empower educators to lead with innovation and inspire their students to think creatively and critically.”
The workshop witnessed active participation from distinguished guests and faculty, including Prof. Kaushik Ghosh, Coordinator, Continuing Education Centre, IIT Roorkee, Prof. Ranjana Pathania, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee, Dr. Krishnanand Bijalwan, Assistant Director, SCERT Uttarakhand, Dr. Avnish Uniyal, State Coordinator, INSPIRE MANAK, Mr. Nitin Tiwane, Project Manager, iRISE, and the dedicated iRISE team.
This event marks a significant milestone in IIT Roorkee’s ongoing efforts to foster innovation and excellence in education. Through its continued collaboration with SCERT Uttarakhand and IISER Pune, IIT Roorkee remains at the forefront of initiatives that shape the future of STEM education in the region.