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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
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:

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.

Programme Coordinator and Course Coordinator:

Dr. Praveen Bobby Binjha, Associate Professor, Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi.

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

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