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4ABOUT THE EVENTSCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS EDUCATION:THE WAY FORWARDThe teaching and learning of Science andMathematics in schools is vital for many ofthe strategic national goals of every country:infrastructure and innovation, economicprosperity, better health, climate, cleanenergy, food security and internationalcompetitiveness – and more. This policydialogue comes at a critical time in educationpolicy and planning as countries aroundthe world focus their attention on theimprovement of Science and Mathematicsteaching and learning. The drive to raise thequality of education in schools and increasethe employability prospects of young people,is throwing a spotlight on best internationalpractice and innovation in these subject areas.However, globally there are big emergingissues around the teaching of Science andMathematics. This policy dialogue will debateand deliberate on following issues andchallenges from national and internationalperspectives through parallel sessions on:OUTCOME• Brief review of the current scenario ineach sector with particular reference tosuccessful practices and innovations• Identification of gap areas in policy andpractice that may be addressed throughfollow-up research and designing of pilotprojects as might emerge from discussion.• Creation of networks and collaborationpartnerships built around common areas ofinterest• Science and Mathematics Education:Widening Scope• Supporting Future Ready Learning ofScience and Mathematics• Motivating and Empowering Young Peopleto succeed in Science and Mathematics
5PROGRAMMEDay 1: 9th January 2013INAUGURAL SESSION0930-1025 hrs Welcome by Rob Lynes, Director British Council, IndiaIntroductory Address by Sir James Bevan, British High CommissionerMr Shigeru Aoyagi, Director and UNESCO RepresentativeDr Parvin Sinclair, Director, National Council of Education Research andTraining (NCERT)CONTEXT SETTINGOverview of the science teaching and learning scenario across theworld1025 -1110 hrs Annette Smith, Chief Executive, Association for Science Education, UK1110 - 1130 hrs Tea breakPLENARY 1Perspectives from Industry & Academia – what they need fromScience and Mathematics Education1130 – 1220 hrs Professor Dinesh Singh: Vice Chancellor, University of DelhiSir Keith O’Nions: Rector, Imperial College LondonFacilitator: Sally Goggin, Director - Education, British Council IndiaPOLICY DIALOGUE 9 - 10 January 2013
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