IIT Madras Launches Free Online Course on Creative Problem Solving
IIT Madras Pravartak offers free online course 'Out of the Box Thinking', registration underway
Hindustan Times
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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Pravartak is offering a free online course titled 'Out of the Box Thinking' aimed at enhancing creative problem-solving skills through mathematics and logic. Registration is open until July 31, 2026, for students, graduates, and professionals interested in innovative thinking.
- 01The course is free and open to all, including students and working professionals.
- 02Registration is available until July 31, 2026.
- 03The course emphasizes creative problem-solving through mathematics and logic.
- 04More than 319,536 candidates have participated since its launch in June 2022.
- 05The program aims to foster innovative thinking and broader analytical skills.
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The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras Pravartak is offering a free online course titled 'Out of the Box Thinking' that focuses on enhancing creative problem-solving abilities through mathematics and logic. The registration process is currently open and will remain available until July 31, 2026. This course is designed for a diverse audience, including school and college students, graduates, and working professionals. Launched in June 2022, it has already attracted over 319,536 candidates, demonstrating its popularity and relevance. The course encourages participants to adopt indirect and creative approaches to challenges, moving beyond traditional methods. Engaging modules, puzzles, and real-world applications are integral components of the curriculum, aimed at helping learners analyze situations from multiple perspectives. Professor V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, emphasized the program's goal of fostering innovative thinking among students, making problem-solving not only easier but also more meaningful.
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This course provides an opportunity for individuals to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which can enhance their academic and professional prospects.
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