Online Training on
"Integration of Virtual Labs in Teaching-Learning" Phase 1
The global education development agenda reflected in Goal 4 (SDG4) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by India in 2015 - seeks to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” by 2030. To accomplish Goal 4, NEP 2020 emphasized creating virtual labs so that all students have equal access to quality practical and hands-on experiment-based learning experiences.
With the increasing challenges posed by technological advancements, the young generation is required to develop skills in critical thinking and problem-solving. Such opportunities can be provided to learners through pedagogical modifications. Pedagogy must evolve to make education more experiential, inquiry-driven, discovery-oriented, learner-centered, discussion-based, flexible, and enjoyable. This can be achieved by following the learning-by-doing approach.
Learning by doing is a process in which learners understand concepts by their experience which they get by engaging in the activities. This gives them a chance to explore and dive into the details. Teachers can support by using hands-on and creative modes of learning on a regular basis.
As per the recommendation of NEP 2020, Virtual Labs were launched on DIKSHA on 29th July 2022, which not only help learners but educators as well by making learning experiential, using simulator students understand concepts by performing experiments online not merely by watching videos or reading text.
Technological advancements have provided a plethora of tools to teachers that can be used in their regular classroom to provide experiential learning. One such tool is Virtual Labs which is available on DIKSHA. This vertical was launched on 29th July 2022 as per the recommendation of NEP 2020 clause 24.4 which states “Existing e-learning platforms such as DIKSHA, SWAYAM, and SWAYAMPRABHA will also be leveraged for creating virtual labs so that all students have equal access to quality practical and hands-on experiment-based learning experiences”.
Who Can Participate?
Students, Teachers, Teacher Educators, Parents, Administrators, General Public, etc.
Program Schedule
Day & Date | Title of the sessions | Name of the Resource Person | Banner | Presentation Link | Video Link |
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Day 1: Monday 18 November 2024 |
Virtual Lab: Need, Perspective, and Scope |
Prof. Amarendra P Behera, Joint Director, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi.
Prof. Indu Kumar, Head- DICT, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi. Dr. Praveen Bobby Binjha, Associate Professor, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi. |
Day 1 | Presentation_Day 1 | Video |
Day 2: Tuesday 19 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Languages |
Ms. Archana Rane, Scientist 'F', Educational Technology Unit CDAC Mumbai
Ms. Suman Ninoriya, Project Manager Educational Technology Unit CDAC Mumbai |
Day 2 | Presentation_Day 2 | Video |
Day 3: Wednesday 20 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Physics |
Dr. Priyanka Verma,
Senior Academic Consultant
CIET, NCERT Dr. Uma Sharma, Academic Consultant CIET, NCERT |
Day 3 | Presentation_Day 3 | Video |
Day 4: Thursday 21 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Computer Science |
Ms. Shweta Bhardwaj,
Technical Consultant
CIET, NCERT Mr. Rahul Verma, Technical Consultant CIET, NCERT |
Day 4 | Presentation_Day 4 | Video |
Day 5: Monday 25 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Mathematics |
Mr. Vaibhav Singh, Project Manager, Educational Technology Unit CDAC Mumbai
Ms. Priyanka Monde, Module lead, Educational Technology Unit CDAC Mumbai |
Day 5 | Presentation_Day 5 | Video |
Day 6: Tuesday 26 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Chemistry |
Dr. Sunita Gulia,
Senior Academic Consultant
CIET, NCERT Ms. Shashi Priya, Content Developer CIET, NCERT |
Day 6 | Presentation_Day 6 | Video |
Day 7: Webnesday 27 November 2024 |
Virtual lab in teaching-learning of Biology |
Dr. Upasana Sharma,
Academic Consultant
CIET, NCERT Ms. Nidhi Adlakha, Senior Academic Consultant, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi. |
Day 7 | Presentation_Day 7 | Video |
Organising Team:
Programme Advisory:
Programme Coordinator and Course Coordinator:
Academic Coordinator: Ms. Nidhi Adlakha, Senior Academic Consultant, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi.
Technical Coordinator: Ms. Riya Rani, Junior Project Fellow, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi |
How To Participate?
Step 1: Registration :
Register yourself by clicking the link
:-https://forms.gle/LA2m6z31xQ2GkyWT7 or scan the QR Code-
Step 2: Watch live training sessions:
Participants have to attend training sessions, which will be live-streamed on NCERT's official YouTube channel -https://www.youtube.com/c/NCERTOFFICIAL from 18-27 November 2024 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am . The session will also be telecasted live on the following channels-
- PMeVIDYA Channels numbered #6-12 meant for Classes VI to XII
- DD Free Dish Channel #128
- DISH TV Channel #950
- Sundirect Channel #793
- JIO TV Mobile App
- TATA SKY Channel #756
- AIRTEL Channel #440
- Videocon Channel #477
Step: 3 Take up the online course, participate in post assessment and get certified:
If you are interested to earn a certificate, you need to do the following:
- Join the online course that will be launched on DIKSHA portal.
Course link: (to be announced soon)
This course will be open till 15 March, 2025. - Join the course, go through all the videos.
- Take up the final assessment in the course. You can attempt the assessment only thrice.
- If you score 70% and above in the final assessment, you will get a certificate. You can access your certificate in your DIKSHA profile page itself. It may take 15-20 days to receive the certificate.
- If there is any problem in portal, raise your complaint in teacher help in the DIKSHA portal
For further information on accessing the course and certification refer to the guideline. https://ciet.ncert.gov.in/storage/app/public/files/17/Workshop_and_training_files/cyth/User_guidelines_for_DIKSHA_Portal.pdf
Step 4: Submit Your Feedback :
Submit your feedback using the link : https://forms.gle/YCRgnK1tTtxBRkAEA
This feedback form is intended to know your experiences, learning, and suggestions regarding the online training on “Integration of Virtual Labs in Teaching-Learning” organized by CIET-NCERT. Kindly share your experiences and suggestions with us. This will help us in further improvement of the virtual training process. Confidentiality of your responses will be ensured.
For any queries, reach us at diksha.training@ciet.nic.in or call : #8800440559