The inception of Atal Tinkering Labs was a watershed moment for the Indian Education system. Owing to such labs, myriad of students are now coming forward to innovate something revolutionary with the help of scientific equipment available to them.
There is still some opacity among various educational institutions regarding the setting up and functioning of these labs. We have attempted to resolve these confusions by discussing all major aspects of Atal Tinkering Labs in India.
Background
To promote a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation across India, Indian Government’s Think Tank Niti Aayog launched its flagship program Atal Innovation Mission (AIM). This initiative is instrumental in streamlining the policies by the government that revolve around innovation. The concept of Atal Tinkering Labs in Indian schools is one of the primary offerings by AIM.
What are Atal Tinkering Labs?
Atal Tinkering Labs are workspaces in the schools where the students of Class Sixth-Twelfth can acquire innovative skills through hands-on learning. The Niti Aayog envisions nourishing one million students as innovators in the future.
The tools and equipment in the laboratories enable the students to learn multiple STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts. As a result, they are able to transform their ideas into reality. The equipment and DIY (do-it-yourself) kits are mainly related to the latest technologies, such as robotics, microcontroller boards, 3D printing, and sensors.
