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Samsung Launches Galaxy Empowered Program in Mumbai, Aiming to Transform Classrooms

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Samsung has launched the Mumbai chapter of its Galaxy Empowered program, a community-led initiative aimed at transforming classrooms by upskilling teachers and school administrators with cutting-edge digital tools and modern pedagogies. Following the successful rollout in New Delhi, where the program reached over 250 schools and certified more than 2,700 teachers, Galaxy Empowered is now expanding its footprint to Mumbai, aiming to empower 20,000 teachers by 2025. The program focuses on three core pillars: AI and Technology Upskilling, Experiential Learning & Certification, and Peer Networking & Community Building.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Mumbai chapter of Galaxy Empowered aims to empower 20,000 teachers by 2025.
  • The program has already reached over 250 schools and certified more than 2,700 teachers in New Delhi.
  • Galaxy Empowered focuses on three core pillars: AI and Technology Upskilling, Experiential Learning & Certification, and Peer Networking & Community Building.
  • Teachers and school leaders from 250 schools across Maharashtra and neighboring states attended the launch event, underscoring the program's momentum.
  • Samsung has partnered with education experts and institutions to provide workshop, certifications, and mentorship to participants.
  • The program aligns with the National Education Policy and UNESCO's SDG4 global goals under Education 2030.
  • Participants receive access to exclusive Samsung offers, including special prices on smartphones, tablets, and consumer electronics.

Statistics:

  • 350 teachers and school leaders attended the launch event.
  • 250 schools across Maharashtra and neighboring states participated in the program.
  • 2,700 teachers were certified in New Delhi.
  • 20,000 teachers are expected to be empowered by 2025.
  • 1.5 million schools, 42,000 colleges, about 1,100 universities, and 10 million teachers comprise India's educational ecosystem.
  • Education 2030 aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all by 2030.

Sources:

  • Samsung India
  • Vishal V. Sharma, Ambassador & Permanent Representative of India to UNESCO, Paris
  • Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Maharashtra
  • Himanshu Gupta, Secretary, CBSE
  • Raju Pullan, Senior Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India
  • Aditya Babbar, Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India
  • DNA Web Team (Brand Desk)
  • Contify.com

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