New scientific learning system launched

Think A +, an education firm, has announced the launch of a scientific learning system covering comprehension, mathematics, problem solving, creative and critical thinking skills for students from classes 1-10.

Addressing a press conference here on Wednesday, Think A + founder Amit Bansal claimed that the newly-developed learning system was the first of its kind in the country.

"The present education system lays more emphasis on information content during schooling. On the contrary, Think A + offers a scientific system to assess and develop vital learning and thinking skills across many areas," he stated.

Bansal said the system was a tested and proven module in the US. He has tied up with a US company to offer the learning system, but declined to reveal its name. Bansal, an MBA from XLRI, Jamshedpur, has spent close to a decade in the corporate world.

Earlier, he headed the product management section of Talisma, a software firm.

He pointed out that all over the world success in academics and later in professional life is determined by an individual's ability to learn and apply that knowledge. "The importance of this ability can be judged from the fact that all professional competitive examinations like CAT, GRE, SAT and GMAT are based on these skills. Since most Indian schools do not cover these skills, students lag behind when it comes to analytical skills," he contended.

"At Think A +, every student begins with an assessment that determines the gaps in these learning and thinking skills. The scientific design and personalised instruction ensure that the student invests time and effort in learning only the missing skills. It will not only improve academic results, but also develop skills to face future challenges," he added.

"We intend to establish 10 centres across Bangalore this year and in other cities subsequently. We also plan to tie up with schools to offer the new learning system during summer vacation," Bansal said.