OPPO India set up first PPP-model Atal Tinkering Lab in Kerala
OPPO India set up first PPP-model Atal Tinkering Lab in Kerala: OPPO India in collaboration with NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission has announced the establishment of the first-ever Atal Tinkering Lab, based on the Public-Private Partnership model in Kerala.
Objective: To create an empowered future-ready workforce and nurture entrepreneurship and technological skills among the youth.
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The collaboration holds great significance to promote ‘out of the box’ thinking and instill community-oriented problem-solving skills in students.
Significance of ATL:
The establishment of ATL in collaboration with OPPO India is a significant milestone in India’s School Innovation journey. The ATL has been set up to empower school children in grades sixth to 12th to develop innovative solutions. The students can harness cutting-edge technology tools such as 3D printing, the Internet of Things, robotics, miniaturised electronics, space technology, drone technology and technology-inspired textiles.
This collaboration adapts ‘Hubs n Space’ strategy to create an innovative learning environment through practical experiences and regular training sessions. The ATL will act as a Hub for the students from neighbouring government schools to come and conduct experiences in the lab.
Children with exceptional potential will be identified through ATL and nurtured through the Student Innovative Programme and the ATL Marathon to provide them with mentorship opportunities to prepare them to compete in national/regional contests, fostering lifelong learning.