BHUBANESWAR, India : In a significant move toward modernising education in Eastern India,
ODM Educational Group announced today its partnership with UK-based Cyber
Square to implement a comprehensive coding and artificial intelligence
curriculum across its schools, starting from first grade. As the first
educational group in Odisha to implement such a world-class program, ODM
Educational Group continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovative
education.
The collaboration, formalised through a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aims to replace traditional computer
literacy programs with an advanced technological curriculum to prepare students
for future workforce demands.
"We believe that early exposure to
technology will prepare our students for the future," said Swoyan
Satyendu, CEO of ODM Educational Group. "This initiative will transform
students from mere technology users to creators while providing opportunities
for international tech interactions with peers from the USA, Canada, and the
UK."
The program, developed after three months
of evaluation, will be delivered through an interactive platform that
integrates coding and AI principles into the existing curriculum. Cyber Square,
a Guinness World Record holder with over a decade of experience in digital
education, will spearhead the implementation.
Dr. Satyabrata Minaketan, Chairman of ODM Educational Group,
emphasised the strategic significance of the initiative. "In a society
increasingly influenced by technology, our children require more than just
fundamental computer abilities. They need to evolve into creators, innovators,
and problem solvers."
The curriculum extends beyond basic
coding instruction to foster critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
Students will engage in real-world problem-solving projects, with the goal of
enabling them to conceptualise and prototype solutions within two years.The
program also offers exciting international travel opportunities for students to
present their tech ideas at global forums and participate in collaborative projects
with peers from around the world.
"Coding and AI are no longer
optional skills – they are essential competencies that will shape future
professional success," Satyendu added, highlighting the program's role in
preparing students for emerging career opportunities.
NP Haris, CEO of Cyber Square, expressed
enthusiasm about the partnership. "By integrating coding and AI from the
foundational years, we aim to nurture innovation and critical thinking in
students, co-proceeding with ODM’s idea to stay ahead in the digital age."
While the NEP 2020 mandates coding
education from grade six onwards, ODM's initiative introduced these crucial
skills five years earlier, positioning its students at the forefront of
technological education.
The implementation includes comprehensive
teacher training programs, curriculum enhancement, and learning strategies with
specialised coding platforms. The initiative has generated significant interest
among students and parents, with early feedback suggesting a positive
reception.
Shruti Acharya, a student at ODM Global
School, Bhubaneswar, offered perspective on the program's impact:
"Coding is about understanding logic, breaking down complex problems, and
finding innovative solutions. This program makes learning feel like solving
exciting puzzles."
The collaboration marks a pioneering step
in educational technology integration in Odisha, potentially setting a new
standard for digital literacy education in the region. Through this partnership,
ODM Educational Group aims to position its students at the forefront of
technological innovation and global digital transformation.