Karnataka To Introduce Robotics And Coding Classes In Govt Schools | Education and Career News
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Through the initiative, Karnataka govt school children will be introduced to science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, robotics, and coding at an early stage.
The move is aimed at helping students improve problem-solving skills, and develop critical thinking. (File/Representative)
Karnataka is planning to bring STEAM-based education to government schools, introducing areas like robotics and coding as part of regular classroom learning. The move is aimed at helping students improve problem-solving skills, develop critical thinking, and gain practical knowledge needed for future careers.
The Department of School Education and Literacy said the programme will focus on learning through activities and real-life applications rather than only depending on textbooks, reported Times of India.
Through this initiative, children will be introduced to subjects such as science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, robotics, and coding at an early stage. Officials believe that early exposure to these fields can encourage creativity, innovation, and interest in technology.
A School Education Department official said the main goal is to create curiosity among students about science and technology and help them understand possible career paths in these areas.
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Meanwhile, computational thinking and artificial intelligence will become compulsory subjects in classes 9 and 10 across CBSE affiliated schools. As per the revised curriculum, it will be introduced as modules with internal assessments in the current academic session and will be upgraded to a compulsory board exam subject for Class 10 in 2029. These subjects are also being introduced for classes 3 to 8 in the current academic year.
Traditional blackboards will be replaced by modern whiteboards, and children will have not just books in their hands, but also an understanding of AI. The new curriculum will also teach students how the algorithms behind Instagram and YouTube decide which content to show. This will deepen students’ understanding of data and help them use social media more wisely and safely. Overall, schools now aim to provide an education that is directly linked to future jobs and real-world needs.
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