Visveswaraiah Technological University (VTU), and Mission10X collaborate for educational excellence
August 13 2009, Bangalore : Mission10X, a not for profit trust launched by Wipro Limited, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Visveswaraiah Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, Karnataka, with the objective of creating a broad understanding that can foster closer collaboration between Mission10X and VTU. The MoU will be in force for a period of three years.

The objective of this MoU is to enhance the employability potential of graduating Engineers through faculty empowerment using the innovative teaching methods of Mission10X. Both Mission10X and VTU will collaborate in conducting faculty enablement workshops and engagements, undertaking joint research in creation of educational assets and disseminating new learning.

As part of this VTU also would enable faculty members across Karnataka to have interactions and learning through the EDUSAT. The development and implementation of specific activities based on this MOU will be separately negotiated and agreed between faculties, schools, institutes, departments, colleges, which carry out the specific projects. Where necessary, a specific plan shall be worked out for each activity, setting forth detailed arrangements for collaboration.

Announcing the MoU, Dr. Selvan D, Senior Vice-President – Talent Transformation, Wipro Limited said, “This partnership will open new doors for Mission10X in the state of Karnataka. It will provide a platform to cultivate a culture of innovative thinking in the faculty members within the state which will generate an enthusiasm in engineering graduates. We are very proud to be partnering with VTU and we are confident that this would result in higher levels of synergy in purpose and outcome for all stakeholders.” Prof.H.P.Kincha, Hon. Vice-Chancellor, VTU said, “VTU believes in promoting successful educational experiences for students of engineering and technology. This collaboration will help us unleash the creative potential of the teaching faculty who are the torch bearers of the institutions. This MoU will enable creation of educational excellence, collaborative experience, intellectual freedom and equality of educational opportunities.”

Formally launched on Teachers Day, September 5 2007, Mission10X is a fast growing community of learners and innovators. As planned, its workshops have empowered over 4000 faculty members from 360 colleges across the country. Mission10X is backed by a dedicated team of individuals with sound academic and industry track record.


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