Sat Nov 16 17:51:56 UTC 2024: ## Retired IIT Madras Professor Advocates Hands-on Physics Education in Vijayawada
**Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, November 17, 2024** – Retired IIT Madras professor T.S. Natarajan emphasized the importance of hands-on learning in physics education during a workshop held at Maddi Subbarao English Medium High School on Saturday. Professor Natarajan, speaking to Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) teachers and students, advocated for interactive teaching methods to inspire young minds. He showcased DIY electronics and physics kits of his own design, demonstrating their effectiveness in engaging students. The event, a collaboration between the school, the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) – Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and A.P. Chapters, and The STEM Makers, received enthusiastic participation from both teachers and students. The professor’s presentation aimed to encourage educators to adopt more engaging, experimental approaches to physics teaching.
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