BHUBANESWAR, India — In a
significant move toward modernising education in Eastern India, ODM Educational
Group announced today its partnership with UK-based Cyber Square to implement a
comprehensive coding and artificial intelligence curriculum across its schools,
starting from first grade. As the first educational group in Odisha to
implement such a world-class program, ODM Educational Group continues to
demonstrate its commitment to innovative education.
The collaboration, formalised
through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aims to replace traditional
computer literacy programs with an advanced technological curriculum to prepare
students for future workforce demands.
"We believe that early
exposure to technology will prepare our students for the future," said
Swoyan Satyendu, CEO of ODM Educational Group. "This initiative will
transform students from mere technology users to creators while providing opportunities
for international tech interactions with peers from the USA, Canada, and the
UK."
The program, developed after
three months of evaluation, will be delivered through an interactive platform
that integrates coding and AI principles into the existing curriculum. Cyber
Square, a Guinness World Record holder with over a decade of experience in
digital education, will spearhead the implementation.
Dr. Satyabrata Minaketan,
Chairman of ODM Educational Group,
emphasised the strategic significance of the initiative. "In a society
increasingly influenced by technology, our children require more than just
fundamental computer abilities. They need to evolve into creators, innovators,
and problem solvers."
The curriculum extends beyond
basic coding instruction to foster critical thinking and analytical reasoning
skills. Students will engage in real-world problem-solving projects, with the
goal of enabling them to conceptualise and prototype solutions within two
years.The program also offers exciting international travel opportunities for
students to present their tech ideas at global forums and participate in
collaborative projects with peers from around the world.
"Coding and AI are no longer
optional skills – they are essential competencies that will shape future
professional success," Satyendu added, highlighting the program's role in
preparing students for emerging career opportunities.
NP Haris, CEO of Cyber Square,
expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. "By integrating coding and AI
from the foundational years, we aim to nurture innovation and critical thinking
in students, co-proceeding with ODM’s idea to stay ahead in the digital
age."
While the NEP 2020 mandates
coding education from grade six onwards, ODM's initiative introduced these
crucial skills five years earlier, positioning its students at the forefront of
technological education.
The implementation includes
comprehensive teacher training programs, curriculum enhancement, and learning
strategies with specialised coding platforms. The initiative has generated
significant interest among students and parents, with early feedback suggesting
a positive reception.
Shruti Acharya, a student at ODM Global School, Bhubaneswar,
offered perspective on the program's impact: "Coding is about
understanding logic, breaking down complex problems, and finding innovative
solutions. This program makes learning feel like solving exciting
puzzles."
The collaboration marks a
pioneering step in educational technology integration in Odisha, potentially
setting a new standard for digital literacy education in the region. Through
this partnership, ODM Educational Group aims to position its students at the
forefront of technological innovation and global digital transformation.
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