The Central University of Odisha, Koraput has transformed the conventional classrooms into state-of-the-art smart classrooms by installing digital interactive displays, visual presenters, electronic lectern, etc., in a classroom of each 14 departments.
“This initiative will greatly improve the quality of teaching and learning and put forth a modern pedagogy for the holistic educational experience. Teachers and students can utilise their limited span of time to make the students understand and learn every single concept in immersive and engaging ways” said CUO Vice-Chancellor Prof I Ramabrahmam.
He said the key focus of this turn-key and user-friendly solution is to equip the teachers with advanced technological resources to enhance the essential skill sets which were the mandatory requirements demanded in the 21st century -- communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.
“We truly believe that growing and mastering these skill sets are much needed for a 360-degree development of students to grow in this global competitive platform, he said.
To make the teachers acquainted and well-versed to run the smart classrooms, two days’ special training sessions were conducted with the technical people. Both online and face-to-face classes are now possible in the campus to provide quality education.