Smart Lab & Smart Classroom Project
at Keonjhar
BACKGROUND:
In line with vision to transform the Government schools, the District Administration has launched the ‘High Schools Transformation’ programme in Keonjhar district. 442 Government high schools across 13 blocks in the district have a complete transformation of High Schools into integrated complexes of joyous learning under the ambitious programme at Keonjhar.
These schools are equipped with State-of-art facilities such as Smart Labs, Smart classrooms. The focus is to have enhanced interactivity in a classroom using Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) on multimedia-based content resources platforms known as Smart Labs. Smart Labs are technology-enhanced classrooms that encourage opportunities for teaching and learning by integrating technology solutions to enable educators to develop and share content in real-time/off-line and empower students to play an active role in learning. Each Smart lab has high-end equipment like interactivity Smart Panel, laptop, video conferencing tools, Silent Generator, UPS, Servo Stabilizer, CCTV Surveillance etc. Each Smart Classroom has interactive panels, OPS in a frame with green board/white board,video conference tools, CCTV Surveillance etc.
CLIENT
District Education Office (DEO), Keonjhar
SKILL
ICT integration in educational environments, project management, technical support and maintenance, teacher training in digital tools, and infrastructure setup for uninterrupted digital learning.
PROJECT DURATION
2021-22 to 2026-27
CHALLENGES
- ■ Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of high-end equipment such as Smart Panels, laptops, and video conferencing tools could pose a challenge over time.
- ■ Training for Teachers: Teachers will need extensive training to effectively use advanced ICT tools and multimedia resources, which may take time to scale across all schools.
- ■ Technical Support and Sustainability: Providing continuous technical support and ensuring the sustainability of the equipment and software over the long term may require additional resources and planning
- ■ Individualized Learning Needs: Teachers and headmasters had varying levels of digital literacy and familiarity with technology. Addressing the diverse skill levels of these participants and customizing the training to meet individual needs was a challenge.
- ■ Monitoring and Accountability: While CCTV surveillance helps with monitoring, ensuring the consistent use of Smart Labs and Classrooms for their intended educational purposes across 442 schools may be challenging.
PROJECT OUTCOME
- ■ Enhanced Learning Environment: The transformation of 442 Government high schools into Smart Labs and Smart Classrooms will provide students with a highly interactive and technology-enhanced learning experience.
- ■ Real-time and Offline Learning: With Smart Labs equipped with high-end ICT tools, teachers can deliver content in real-time or offline, providing flexibility in teaching approaches.
- ■ Increased Engagement and Interactivity: The use of interactive panels, multimedia resources, and video conferencing tools will foster better engagement, enabling students to take an active role in their learning.
- ■ Improved Monitoring and Security: The installation of CCTV surveillance in Smart Labs and Classrooms will enhance the security of the premises and ensure proper monitoring of school activities.
- ■ Access to Advanced Technology: High schools are equipped with cutting-edge technology such as interactive Smart Panels, laptops, UPS, generators, and stabilizers, ensuring uninterrupted and smooth learning experiences.