In today’s educational landscape, PM Shri Yojana is spearheading a revolutionary mission to weave cutting-edge technology into the fabric of learning. With a particular emphasis on KVs, JNVs, and municipal schools, integrating AI and Robot kits into the existing computer science syllabus is beneficial and essential. 

But what happens after PM Shri Schools receive funding for technological enhancements? Where do they turn for the necessary resources to actualize their tech-based educational goals? This is where the challenge lies. 

Many schools have funds but lack direction for acquiring the right AI and Robotics lab. Fortunately, the answer lies within reach. PM Shri Schools can access STEMpedia’s comprehensive offerings through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. This ensures that the schools receive the finest STEM and robot kits for kids and other educational technologies. 

This setup enables the creation of dynamic Tinkering Labs and promotes activity-based learning. By leveraging these resources, schools can implement advanced educational kits and foster early childhood education.

The Role of AI and Robotics in PM SHRI Schools

PM Shri schools prioritize technological proficiency to prepare students for Industry 4.0. Robotics and AI labs play an important role by integrating AI educational software and DIY robot kits for kids into the existing syllabus. This fosters essential 21st-century skills like creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy.

The PM Shri Yojana promotes hands-on learning and setting a foundation for future innovations in PM Shri Schools’ Tinkering Labs.

Must-Have AI and Robot Kits for PM Shri Tinkering Labs

Here are some must-have AI and DIY robot kits for PM Shri schools to enhance their education offerings through activity-based learning.

PictoBlox Software: Enhance Your Programming Skills with AI, Coding, and 3D-XR Studio

PictoBlox excels in its adaptability in teaching Block-based coding and Python programming. This educational software enables students to create 3D animations, games, and projects across various domains. These include DIY electronics, IoT, robotics, AI, ML, Coding, and AR VR. 

Additionally, PictoBlox Junior for kids ages 4-7 integrates story-based learning and gamification, transforming coding into an adventure. It enables kids to animate their stories or code robots, making it the best block coding platform for young learners. Supporting over 50 languages, Junior Blocks makes coding for kids globally accessible.

PictoBlox’s user-friendly interface is ideal for introducing students in PM Shri Schools to complex concepts in an accessible manner, fostering foundational skills and advanced computational thinking. The software is compatible with evive, Quarky, Wizbot, Raspberry Pi, Arduino Uno/Mega/Nano, LEGO EV3, etc.

Want to create some exciting games or stories? Explore PictoBlox now!

Quarky: DIY, AI and Robotics Kits

Quarky DIY Stem Kits for Kids offers an ideal introduction to coding, AI, and physical computing. This robot building kit features a plug-and-play interface that simplifies assembling sensors and motors without soldering, perfectly suiting PM Shri Tinkering Labs. 

Through Quarky, students explore practical AI concepts in technologies like self-driving cars and facial recognition. Its hands-on approach makes Quarky robot kits a fundamental component of any modern Robotics lab.

Quarky DIY Add-On Robot Kits:

Explore the versatility of Quarky with 6 innovative add-on kits, each designed to expand the educational possibilities in coding, robotics, and AI. These DIY robot kits enhance Quarky’s functionality, allowing students to tackle more complex projects and real-world applications.

• Mars Rover: This add-on robot kit allows students to explore robotics through motion and gesture-based controls, incorporating lessons on obstacle avoidance and sound-based control using machine learning.
• Humanoid: The Humanoid add-on kit introduces students to complex robotic mechanisms and AI applications, such as pose-mimicking and facial recognition.
• Quadruped: Inspired by animal movements, this DIY STEM kit helps students understand stability and motion in robotics.
• IoT House: Focused on the basics of Internet-of-Things (IoT), this kit engages students with voice control and RFID technology for interactive, play-based learning activities.
• Mecanum Wheel: The Mecanum robot kit teaches omnidirectional movement and complex control systems thanks to its unique wheel design.
• Robotic Arm: This robot kit simulates industrial robotics, offering insights into motion planning and inverse kinematics.
  

Sensors and Microcontrollers

Teaching embedded systems and IoT applications often involves using sensors and microcontrollers. Sensors like ultrasonic, infrared, and temperature allow students to collect real-time data and interact with their environment. Microcontrollers, like Arduino and Raspberry Pi, serve as the brains of these projects, processing inputs and controlling outputs. 

This capacity building is crucial for developing advanced robotics projects and preparing students for global competitions. One such competition is Codeavour, the world’s biggest AI, Robotics, and Coding competition for school students. Participation enhances the practical understanding of how technology operates in real-world scenarios.

Procurement of STEM, DIY, AI, and Robot Kits through GeM

All STEMpedia offerings, including PictoBlox and Quarky DIY robot kits, are available through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM). Procurement through the GeM portal ensures assured quality, streamlined purchasing processes, and adherence to financial regulations.

By incorporating these essential AI and robot kits into PM Shri Tinkering Labs, schools can enhance their technological infrastructure and uplift the quality of education, preparing students for a technology-driven future.

This procurement process ensures that schools can equip their labs with the necessary educational robot kits and robotics lab equipment, supporting activity-based learning and early childhood education under the PM Shri Scheme. In addition to the add-on DIY robot kits, PM Shri Schools can procure our Made-in-India evive starter kit, drone kits, and STEM Kits via the GeM portal.

In a Nutshell

AI and Robotics labs hold transformative potential for enriching the educational experience at PM SHRI Schools. By integrating AI and robot kits into the curriculum, schools prepare students with future-ready skills essential in today’s digital landscape. We strongly encourage educators and school administrators to consider investing in these advanced AI labs to equip their students with the tools needed for tomorrow’s challenges.

For further insights into AI and Robotics education, STEMpedia’s resources are readily available through the GeM portal, where schools can access state-of-the-art equipment and educational materials. This investment enhances learning and ensures that students are well-prepared to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.