Episode Title: Reimagining Education: A Conversation with Mr Anil Pradhan, Founder of Young Tinker Foundation. Key Topics Discussed: 1. Introduction to Anil Pradhan: - Background as an innovative engineer and educationalist. - His journey from a rural village in Baral, Odisha to becoming a global education influencer. - Overview of the Young Tinker Foundation and its mission. 2. The Power of STEM Education: - Anil's passion for hands-on training in STEM education. - Impact of Young Tinker's initiatives on over 250,000 students from underserved areas. - Achievements, including ranking third in the NASA Rover Challenge in 2021. 3. Creating Innovative Learning Environments: - Challenges in traditional education systems and the emphasis on rote learning. - Importance of problem-solving and creativity in education. - The concept of “Tinker Fest” as a local initiative to promote innovation. 4. The Journey to NASA: - Insight into how students from rural backgrounds were prepared for the NASA Rover Challenge. - The significance of the project in fostering confidence and skills in students. 5. The Vision for Education: - Thoughts on the evolving role of teachers as facilitators rather than mere sources of knowledge. - Discussion on adapting education to meet the needs of the future, with an emphasis on a problem-solving mindset. - The importance of mindset transformation for educators and students alike. 6. Current and Future Challenges: - Addressing the challenges of reaching students in remote areas. - Plans for scaling the impact of the Young Tinker Foundation, including future schools. 7. Collaboration and Community Engagement: - Encouraging schools and organizations to collaborate with Young Tinker. - The open-source model for Tinker Fest and the tools available for educators. Quotes: “Education is not just about marks and jobs; it’s about holistic development.” - Mr Anil Pradhan “Let’s create students who find solutions to problems, not just memorize answers.” - Mr Anil Pradhan Resources Mentioned: https://youngtinker.org/ @YoungTinker @YoungTinkerFoundation @AnilPradhan Conclusion: Tune in to gain insights into Anil Pradhan's inspiring journey and learn how innovative educational practices can transform the future of learning for children, especially in rural India. About The Podcast This Podcast contains Episodes related to Career Guidance under the India Career Centre. This Podcast is dedicated to providing relevant information for students, professionals and parents about the different aspects of Career Planning, including the Careers of 2030 and beyond. We have a vast variety of subjects covered related to Education, Skill Development, Future Planning, Financial Planning, etc. It is an interview-based podcast and in every episode, we host experts from various fields to gain their knowledge and expertise. Explore the past episodes here; YouTube: https://bit.ly/4fzgqsT Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3BWIkBj Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3YR5fHp Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3VW5RJx Audible: https://bit.ly/4gwrnwz Support this channel with your contribution: https://www.instamojo.com/@spmishrais/ https://paypal.me/iccschool