ILM Foundation hosts STEM learning outreach for 40 schools in Narayanaguda

On Saturday, the ILM Foundation hosted an interactive science outreach programme at its Science Academy in Narayanaguda, Hyderabad, to advocate for experiential learning and STEM education. The event drew representatives and educators from nearly 40 schools across Hyderabad and its neighbouring districts.

The programme aimed to promote scientific thinking, inquiry-based learning, and problem-solving skills, which organizers highlighted as essential competencies for preparing students to meet future challenges. Throughout the interactive sessions, educators discussed various innovative approaches to strengthen STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. These discussions focused on student workshops, teacher professional development, science laboratories, science kits, and hands-on learning methodologies.

A major highlight of the event was a live science show presented by senior faculty members. The show featured practical demonstrations on Lenz’s Law, centrifugal force, sound, chemical reactions, and the microscopic observation of both plant and animal cells. These demonstrations were designed to showcase how complex scientific concepts can be made engaging and accessible to students through hands-on learning, drawing enthusiastic participation from the attending educators.

In addition to the presentations, school representatives toured the Science Academy’s advanced Physics, Chemistry, and Biology laboratories. During the tour, the visitors observed modern scientific equipment and learning resources specifically designed to support experiential education in schools.

Addressing the participants, the founder of the ILM Foundation, Lateef Atear, and the programme director, Sravanthi, emphasized that science education must transition away from traditional rote learning. They stated that schools should instead provide students with opportunities to explore, experiment, and discover scientific concepts through practical experiences. Both speakers stressed that nurturing curiosity, creativity, and analytical thinking is critical for developing the next generation of innovators and responsible problem-solvers.