Everything You Need to Know About the NDMC Educational Tablet Initiative 2024

In a step towards fostering digital learning, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has announced the distribution of 8,766 tablets to students and teachers of classes IX to XII. With a budget allocation of ₹24.7 crore. This initiative aligns with the central government’s Digital India campaign, aiming to enhance access to digital education. 

This initiative is builded upon NDMC’s earlier pilot project

In this 811 tablets were distributed among students of classes 10 and 12 in four schools. Encouraged by the success of the pilot, NDMC is now scaling up the program to reach a broader student base.

Key Highlights of the NDMC Educational Tablet Initiative

• Distribution of more than 8,766  tablets to students and teachers across Atal Adarsh and Navyug Schools
• Educational tablets will come preloaded with digital content
• Content includes study materials, videos, and question papers relevant to the curriculum
• NDMC will procure the tablets through the GeM portal.
• The learning tablets will be procured through the GeM portal during the ongoing academic session (2023-24) and distributed in the following session (2024-25)
• Will implement measures to prevent non-educational use.

With this move, NDMC is taking a definitive step towards integrating technology in classrooms, supporting the vision of the Digital India scheme and the objectives outlined in the National Education Policy.

NDMC’s Educational Tablet Initiative Driving Digital India and NEP 2020 Goals

 “The project will go a long way in achieving the goal of the Digital India Scheme and fulfil requirements as per the new education policy”, said NDMC Chairman Satish Upadhyay.

The NDMC educational tablet initiative directly addresses the Digital India scheme by fostering access to technology-driven learning resources. Also, the scheme resonates with the ethos of NEP 2020 by promoting holistic development and personalized learning. Through the provision of study materials, videos, and question papers tailored to the curriculum, the tablets empower students to explore diverse subjects at their own pace, fostering a culture of self-directed learning advocated by the NEP.

iDream Education Applauds the NDMC Educational Tablet Initiative

iDream Education has long been committed to enabling personalized learning through innovative educational technologies in partnership with the social sector/NGO. We have witnessed the positive impact of learning tablets on students, not just in school but also in the comfort of their homes. These tablets provide a unique space for students to learn at their own pace, anytime and anywhere, offering a flexible learning environment. Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic and in the post-Covid world, there has been a significant surge in the adoption of educational tablets, with students gaining greater access to personalised education.

One inspiring example of personalized learning through education tablets is the story of Shreya Namdev Girme, a Class 10 student

She is from the small town of Daund Tehsil in Pune, Maharashtra. Despite the disruptions caused by the pandemic, including a two-year break from school, Shreya demonstrated resilience and determination to overcome learning gaps. While the pandemic forced her to take on additional household responsibilities, the return to school posed new challenges for both her and her classmates, many of whom were struggling with gaps in their knowledge.

Recognizing the severity of the issue in the school, the principal of Rajya Rakhiv Police Public Madhyamik School collaborated with a social sector organization to introduce personalized learning solutions through the iPrep Tablet for students in Classes 9 and 10. This initiative aimed to help students bridge the academic gaps they faced, particularly as they were preparing for their Board Exams. Shreya eagerly adopted educational tablets, using animated lessons to enhance her understanding of textbook material and engaging with practice exercises to test her knowledge. With the tablet’s built-in reporting feature, she could track her progress and identify areas where she needed improvement.

Shreya’s dedication to her studies paid off when she entered the examination hall with confidence. The hard work and focus she put into using the iPrep learning tablet throughout the year paid off in the results – she not only passed her exams but topped Class 10th in the entire Pune District. Her story is a testament to the power of personalized learning through educational tablets. Read Shreya’s complete story here

Key features of iPrep Tablets that resonate with the NDMC Educational Tablet initiative:

• iPrep learning tablets come pre-loaded with curriculum-aligned digital content, accessible both online and offline.
• Students can explore content across all grades, enabling seamless revision and independent learning to bridge any gaps.
• iPrep provides textbook-aligned content in multiple categories, including animated video lessons, practice exercises, practicals, notes, interactive simulations, and more—allowing students to learn in their preferred style.
• Integrated reports and analytics track student usage, while a centralized dashboard syncs data for stakeholders to monitor progress and make data-driven decisions to enhance learning outcomes.
• Additionally, MDM (Mobile Device Management) ensures that tablets are used exclusively for educational purposes by restricting access to non-learning features.

The iPrep Tablets are also provided as part of an easy-to-set-up and mobile digital library for schools and can also be powered with adaptive learning software PAL.

GeM: Where the Government and Trusted Buyers Meet

NDMC’s choice to procure tablets via the GeM portal underscores its dedication to acquiring dependable and effective products. The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) functions as the primary procurement hub for various governmental entities, encompassing Central Government and State Government Ministries, Departments, and Public Sector Units (PSUs). GeM’s overarching objective is to streamline and bolster the public procurement process, fostering transparency, efficiency, and inclusivity. For iPrep Tablets, being showcased on GeM bolsters its credibility, given the hub’s esteemed status as a reliable procurement platform. It also provides an avenue for iPrep Tablets to contribute meaningfully to the education sector and the nation’s development goals.

iPrep tablets are available on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal

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News Source: Times of India

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