{"id":3024,"date":"2024-11-15T11:08:18","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T11:08:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.navhindtimes.in\/kuriocity\/?p=3024"},"modified":"2024-11-15T11:12:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T11:12:05","slug":"building-the-innovators-of-tomorrow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.navhindtimes.in\/kuriocity\/building-the-innovators-of-tomorrow\/","title":{"rendered":"Building the innovators of tomorrow"},"content":{"rendered":"

Asier Solutions focuses on helping kids develop robotics and coding skills which are essential to succeed in a technology-driven world<\/span><\/p>\n

RAMANDEEP KAUR| NT KURIOCITY<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The idea for Asier Solutions was born out of a passion to empower young minds through practical, hands-on technology education. Founder Sunaya Shirodkar noticed that traditional education often doesn\u2019t focus enough on real-world skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), which are important for today\u2019s world.<\/span><\/p>\n

With a background in engineering and years of teaching experience, Shirodkar wanted to create a place where kids could learn robotics and coding in an exciting and easy-to-understand way. This led to the founding of Asier Solutions based at FiiRE – Forum for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship, Margao which now offers tech education to children of all ages.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A technology-powered future<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cWith innovations like Elon Musk\u2019s Optimus robot, designed to perform everyday tasks, we\u2019re witnessing how automation is reshaping our lives. More importantly, this is just the beginning\u2014a world where robotics and coding are integral parts of daily life. This makes early exposure to robotics and coding crucial for today\u2019s children,\u201d she says.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Asier Solutions, she states, they are on a mission to equip young minds for this future. \u201cThrough hands-on robotics and coding programs, we empower children to build, program, and solve problems in a fun, engaging environment. Whether they\u2019re coding or building robots, they are developing essential skills like critical thinking, creativity, and resilience, skills that will be indispensable as technology continues to advance.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Asier Solutions provides a range of programs in robotics, coding, and STEM activities for kids starting at age five, all the way to teenagers. \u201cWe have programs for all levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced, so we can help each student at their own pace,\u201d says Shirodkar, adding that younger children learn basic concepts through fun, hands-on activities, while older students explore more complex topics like app development, robotics, and advanced systems.<\/span><\/p>\n

The programs not only teach creativity and critical thinking, but also help kids develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and flexibility. \u201cWe also focus on communication, because students often work together to create and test projects, which requires clear ideas and good teamwork. We teach them to be patient and persistent, which is important when they\u2019re troubleshooting and improving their projects,\u201d explains Shirodkar.<\/span><\/p>\n

Storytelling, interactive activities, and real-world examples are used to make robotics and coding fun and easy to understand. \u201cEach project encourages curiosity and gives students a sense of pride when they finish,\u201d adds Shirodkar.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The new literacy of the digital age<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Just as reading and writing are foundational skills, coding, she says, is rapidly becoming the new literacy of the digital age. \u201cTeaching kids to code equips them with the language they need to understand and shape the future,\u201d says Shirodkar.<\/span><\/p>\n

She adds that robotics encourages children to think like engineers. They learn to analyse, design, and create solutions, skills that will serve them in many areas of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAs we move toward a world where robots take on more tasks, children who understand how these systems work will have a distinct advantage. Learning robotics and coding today sets them up for success in tomorrow\u2019s automated world,\u201d she says.<\/span><\/p>\n

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From consumers to creators<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

However, one of the biggest challenges Shirodkar faces is convincing people that robotics and coding aren\u2019t too hard for younger students. \u201cWe make our early programs simple and show both parents and students that with the right help, anyone can learn these skills. We also provide free demo sessions so families can see how useful tech education can be,\u201d she says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shirodkar believes robotics and coding are powerful tools that change the way students learn. \u201cThese skills help students become creators, not just consumers, and give them new ways to understand and interact with the world. When we add robotics to regular school subjects, students can apply math, science, and problem-solving to real-life situations, which helps them understand these subjects better,\u201d she explains.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many students go from being unsure beginners to confident tech enthusiasts. \u201cIt\u2019s so rewarding to watch students grow in their technical skills, confidence, and leadership abilities. Seeing them get excited about innovation is one of the best parts of our work,\u201d says Shirodkar.<\/span><\/p>\n

Asier Solutions is now working on expanding its programs by partnering with schools, community centres, and other educational groups. They also plan to offer scholarships and host workshops in areas where access to technology is limited. \u201cThrough partnerships with like-minded organisations, we aim to inspire more young people and ensure tech education is accessible to all,\u201d says Shirodkar.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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