Question

write a letter to your friend telling her about the science exhibitionin which you have participated ?

Answer 1

The purpose of Science exhibitions is to develop scientific attitude in the young generation of our country to make them realize the interdependence of science, technology and society and the responsibility of the scientists of tomorrow. These objectives may be achieved by presenting the exhibits as an exciting experience of creativity of children, innovations through improvisations of science kits, and various devices and models for providing solutions to many present and future socio-economic problems particularly those confronted in the rural areas, using available materials and local resources. The exhibitions will help children and teachers to learn from each other experiences and motivate them to design and develop something new and novel. It will also provide a medium for popularizing science and increasing awareness among the public towards it. The objectives of organizing science exhibitions may briefly be put as follows: stimulating interest in science and technology and inculcating scientific spirit in younger generations; exploring and encouraging scientific and technological talent among children; inculcating in them a sense of pride in their talent; providing exploratory experiences, encouraging creative thinking and promoting creative thinking and promoting psychomotor and manipulative skills among children through self devised exhibits or models or simple apparatus; encourage problem solving approach and developing the appropriate technologies, especially for rural areas and integrating scientific ideas with daily life situations; popularizing science among masses and creating an awareness regarding the role of science and technology in socio-economic and sustainable growth of the country; The Central Board of Secondary Education organizes Science Exhibitions at Regional and National levels every year. The activity aims at providing a common platform to schools, teachers and students to give shape to their innovate ideas and learn from each other’s experiences. These exhibitions also intend to provide a medium for popularising Science and increase awareness among the stakeholders about close relationship between Science, Technology and Society. These exhibitions are likely to be organised in different parts of the country at Regional level in the month of July/August and at National Level in the month of September/October. Objectives: promoting interest in Science and Technology among younger generation. encouraging scientific and technological creativity among students and inculcating a sense of pride in their talent. providing exploratory experiences, encouraging creative thinking and promoting psycho-motor skills among school students through self designed models or simple apparatus. encouraging problem solving approach and developing appropriate technologies, especially for rural areas and integrating scientific ideas with daily life situations. popularising Science and technology among masses and creating an awareness regarding its impact on socio-economic and sustainable development of the country.