Kochi: Education institutions and experts must lead research and innovation to bring changes in the sector in line with rapid advances in science and technology, said education minister N Samsudheen. Speaking at the inauguration of the Sankalp 2047 national education seminar in Kochi, he called for clear policies and systems across the country to facilitate such changes.
The seminar, being organised jointly by the National Council of CBSE Schools and the Council of CBSE Schools Kerala, focuses on reforms needed in schools and educational institutions to achieve the goal of a developed India by 2047.
Samsudheen said schools must nurture a young generation with intellectual and moral foundations, social commitment and compassion. He called for curriculum revisions every two or three years and said teachers must continue learning to remain relevant to students.
Examinations should assess skills rather than merely memory, he said, adding that students’ interests and innovative abilities must also be encouraged. Along with modern technologies such as AI and robotics, schools should impart ethical values, manners, culture and heritage. He suggested allocating at least an hour every week to teach moral values.
The two-day seminar, which began at Taj Vivanta on Friday, will conclude on Saturday. Chief Minister V D Satheesan will address the gathering at 11am.
Additionally, a mass run, “Running Towards 2047: Run for India”, will be held at Marine Drive at 7.30am on Saturday. Unesco director Obijiofor Aginam will flag off the event. Justice Devan Ramachandran and district collector G Priyanka are among the speakers scheduled for Saturday’s sessions.
