The Doon School, Dehradun (TDS) and King’s College, London invite applications for the first ‘Winter at Doon with King’s College London’ study programme. According to a Doon School media release, the two-week intensive residential programme for class XI and XII students from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal, will be held at The Doon School from December 7-19.
“Successful applicants will have the chance to develop and hone the much needed critical thinking, reading and writing skills they will need for a successful class XII examination regardless of curriculum choice. The applicants’ CVs will be substantially enhanced as they will be able to demonstrate their genuine interest in the subject of their choice. Such aptitude and skills will also be required to study successfully at first-class universities worldwide,” says Dr. Peter McLaughlin, headmaster, TDS.
The two-week residential study programme invites applications for study in one of the following courses: Into Space: exploring space through science; English literature; Geographical Explorations — global cities, global economy; and History with international relations — evolution of the international system.
Wipro launches Earthian IV
The Bangalore-based infotech software development major Wipro Ltd launched Earthian 2014, a global initiative for sustainability education programmes in schools and colleges in Bangalore on August 19. Now in its fourth year, the programme connects different disciplines in education to ecological and social sustainability. This year the umbrella theme is ‘Water in Our School’.
The programme is divided into three activities aimed at building skills, attitudes and values to shape a sustainable future. Winning schools and colleges will be invited to partner with a three-year Continuous Engagement Program (CEP). The objective of CEP is to engage with Earthian awardees over a long period, and help integrate sustainability issues into curriculums in a holistic way with the cooperation of institutions, teachers and students.
“Every year, Earthian brings more institutions, teachers and students onto a platform which fosters rich understanding of how sustainability can be a powerful influence on our thoughts and actions in the future. In the process, we have built a vibrant community of participants who not only share their learning and experiences but also act as ambassadors for Earthian,” says Anurag Behar, chief sustainability officer at Wipro Ltd.
For registration visit http://www.wipro.org/earthian/
Hello, Seekho launched
Vaasvi Goyal and Kasturi Shah, Indian students of Princeton University, USA, launched ‘Hello, Seekho’ — an audio learning tool for Indian students which provides free-of-charge audio learning solutions through mobile phones to supplement school education – last month (August).
Hello, Seekho provides free education over mobile phones via phone calls and text messages. A vast selection of short pre-recorded audio clips is available on a toll free number which learners countrywide can call free-of-charge, making it accessible to students of all income levels. Hello, Seekho is primarily designed to provide educational support to students in government schools, to help them improve learning outcomes. “It supplements the education of first generation learners and children forced out of school,” says co-founder Kasturi Shah.
Hello, Seekho’s comprehensive curriculum has been created by teachers and students, and vetted by education consultants. While the curriculum draws concepts from textbooks prescribed for government schools, the app’s content is child-centric. “We use stories, conversation, songs and poems to ensure that listeners love and retain our content. To cater to students in various stages of learning, our curriculum is divided into three different levels,” explains Goyal.
For further info visit www.helloseekho.com.
EI-Duke talent search initiative
Educational Initiatives (EI), the well-respected Ahmedabad-based assessment and education research company and Duke University, USA, have launched a joint nationwide talent search programme for school children. The ‘Duke Talent Identification-Asset India Talent Search 2014’, will identify India’s finest mathematics, science and English students and provide them education guidance and opportunities to attain their full potential. The talent search will commence on November 30.
“Our revolutionary ASSET (Assessment of scholastic skills through educational testing) provides a realistic analysis of students’ conceptual understanding of mathematics, science and English subjects. Since it was launched in 2004, we have completed 2 million assessments,” explains an EI spokesperson.
“This is the first time an Indian education company has tied up with a Top 10 ranked American university to scout for the best Indian talent, way before any board exams,” says Sridhar Rajagopalan, managing director of EI, which was promoted in 2001.
“Duke’s TIP programme specialises in encouraging and supporting academically talented students worldwide. The Duke TIP-ASSET Talent Search provides participants with exciting, stimulating and challenging opportunities to assess their capabilities and maximise their potential,” says Mara Shurgot, director of international programs, Duke TIP.