New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched free of cost online tech courses on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Python Programming and Cyber Security for students of Classes 8 to 12. This is a positive initiative in preparing the minds of children for the future. The aim of the initiative is to equip school children with free digital skills that can be applied in professional work environment.
These courses will be made available to students from their homes through NIELIT Digital University platform. The courses have been designed keeping in mind the basic understanding of latest technologies needed in future for the students.
Key Highlights
· Eligible Students: Classes 8 to 12
· Course Fee: Completely Free
· Mode: Online, self-paced learning
· Subjects Offered:
· Artificial Intelligence (AI)
· Python Programming
· Cyber Security
· Platform: NIELIT Digital University
Why These Courses Matter
The development of children's skills in the field of digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem solving can occur due to the influence of new technologies, as these sectors evolve quickly. The curriculum complies with the objectives outlined by India in terms of the human resources development in the information technology sector.
In addition to the improvement of their academic records, the students will obtain real-life experience that would help them pursue their further studies in various fields of engineering, computer science, information technology, and data science.
How Students Can Enrol
Those students who are interested can visit the NIELIT Digital University portal, provide the necessary information, and start their studies immediately. These courses are available to anyone who has access to the internet and are designed in a way so as to be easy for those without any experience.
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Such initiatives present a wonderful opportunity for learners to learn popular technical skills for free, as educational institutions are utilizing technology more in their education systems. Parents as well as institutions should motivate the young ones to enroll in free online courses for a successful future.
