IIT Delhi, Kendriya Vidyalaya partner to boost STEM education, teacher training

In a first, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) have collaborated to boost STEM education among students and offer training opportunities to teachers. The collaboration encourages participation of students in KVs in the Sci Tech Spins (STS) Lecture Series, organized by the Office of Academic Outreach and New Initiatives, IIT Delhi.

According to the official IIT statement, STS completed eight sessions at IITD this year, engaging Classes 9 to 12 students from various institutions across Delhi NCR, with a focus on participants from government schools, particularly from KVs.

Approximately 3,000 students from KVs participated in this popular series in 2025.

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STEM-related activities

As part of the IIT Delhi and KV collaboration, students and teachers will participate in various STEM activities organized by the Office of academic outreach and new initiatives at IIT Delhi. The training will cover the use of technological tools, STEM advancements, and innovative teaching methodologies.

According to the official IIT Delhi statement, these sessions will empower KV educators with innovative teaching methodologies and the latest advancements in STEM education to enhance classroom learning.

“This partnership marks a crucial step in IIT Delhi’s efforts to raise curiosity among learners at an early age and equip them better for STEM subjects. While working alongside KV teachers, this initiative aims to build upon their strong foundation, addressing emerging needs in modern teaching approaches to further enhance classroom learning,” the official IIT Delhi statement said.