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Time of India
11-08-2025
- Science
- Time of India
IIT to train college faculty on STEM
Chennai: IIT Madras's teaching learning centre (TLC) is launching a training programme on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for college faculty who are teaching UG and PG science courses. The training will be conducted over a period of nine days, with each batch comprising 50 participants. Faculty members teaching physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biotechnology are eligible to apply. Interested faculty can apply through the link: Professor Edamana Prasad, chairman of TLC, said, "The programme is designed to elevate teaching effectiveness, enrich student learning experiences, and cultivate an engaged and inspired academic environment. Its objectives include strengthening student performance and encouraging higher enrolment in STEM disciplines." You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Faculty members from both public and private colleges are eligible to participate. The free training programme is organised under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme. The training will focus on holistic faculty development, covering fundamental and advanced topics in physics, chemistry, maths, and biology. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI is changing the way you learn a language Talkpal AI Learn More Undo The modules will offer practical lab sessions, innovative teaching methodologies, and exposure to frontier research, designed to refresh pedagogical skills and support the development of modern, inquiry-based STEM curricula. Training will be held from Aug 22 to 30 for biotechnology teachers. The programme will focus on an interdisciplinary approach, skill development, research and innovation, global competitiveness, and experiential learning. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
India Today
11-08-2025
- Science
- India Today
IIT Madras offers free STEM training for college teachers across India
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will conduct a national-level training programme for college faculty teaching Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biotechnology. The initiative is organised by the institute's Teaching Learning Centre (TLC) under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MMTTP) and is free of cost for programme will be in-person, residential, and open to faculty from both undergraduate and postgraduate science courses. It is aimed at improving teaching methods, upgrading subject knowledge, and building a stronger STEM education ecosystem in Madras has partnered with BodhBridge Education for the execution of the training. Applications can be submitted online at batch will have 50 participants, with shortlisted candidates informed by email. Sessions will take place at TLC Hall and the Central Library on the IIT Madras ON QUALITY AND INCLUSIONProfessor Edamana Prasad, Chairman of the Teaching Learning Centre, said the programme is structured to improve teaching effectiveness and enhance student goals include better student performance, increased enrolment in STEM fields, and greater diversity and inclusion in higher noted that the initiative aligns with the Union Education Ministry's commitment to continuous improvement in India's education and certification will be carried out under the MMTTP framework. Faculty members from public and private institutions are STRUCTURE AND MODULESThe course content will combine core and advanced topics with practical exposure. Sessions will include laboratory work, innovative teaching approaches, and discussions on recent research in the respective fields. The programme will also encourage faculty to adopt modern, inquiry-driven the priorities of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the training will emphasise an interdisciplinary approach, skill development, research and innovation, experiential learning, and readiness for global academic 22-30 August 2025Chemistry: 7-17 October 2025Physics Batch 1: 11-19 November 2025Physics Batch 2: 20-28 November 2025Mathematics: 15-24 December 2025By bringing faculty from across the country into a focused, research-oriented training environment, IIT Madras aims to build teaching capacity that supports stronger STEM education and prepares students for future challenges.- Ends
United News of India
11-08-2025
- Science
- United News of India
IIT Madras launches free STEM training for college faculty in India
Chennai, Aug 11 (UNI) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Teaching Learning Centre (TLC) today announced launch of a training program on STEM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and Biotechnology for college faculty across the country. It will focus on faculty development, covering fundamental and advanced topics in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology besides practical lab sessions and exposure to frontier research. Organised under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MMTTP), this in-person, residential Capacity Building Program is provided free of cost for faculty engaged in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate science courses. IIT Madras TLC has partnered with BodhBridge Education for this initiative, which is targeted towards college faculty across India. The training will be conducted over a period of nine days, with each batch comprising 50 participants. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email. College faculty teaching Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biotechnology (UG and PG) are eligible to apply, a release from IIT-Madras said. The program would be held at TLC Hall and Central Library in the IIT Madras campus. Prof. Edamana Prasad, Chairman, Teaching Learning Center, IIT Madras, said, 'The program is designed to elevate teaching effectiveness, enrich student learning experiences and cultivate an engaged and inspired academic environment. Its objectives include strengthening student performance, encouraging higher enrollment in STEM disciplines and advancing diversity and inclusion, all of which align with the Union Education Ministry's commitment to ongoing enhancement and innovation within India's education sector. Faculty members from both public and private colleges are eligible to participate, and assessment and certification will be conducted under the guidance of the MMTTP framework. The TLC at IIT Madras is dedicated to advancing teaching methodologies and building academic capacity among educators, thereby nurturing a culture of excellence and innovation in higher education. The Capacity Building Programme will focus on holistic faculty development, covering fundamental and advanced topics in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. The modules will offer practical lab sessions, innovative teaching methodologies, and exposure to frontier research, designed to refresh pedagogical skills and support the development of modern, inquiry-based STEM curricula. Staying true to the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the program will focus on Interdisciplinary Approach, Skill Development, Research and Innovation, Global Competitiveness and Experiential Learning The training schedule -- Biotechnology (August 22 to 30), Chemistry:(October 7 to 17), Physics Batch 1 (November 11 to 19), Physics Batch 2 (November 20 to 2) followed by Mathematics (December 15 to 24). UNI GV 1350
