Build on Early for a Successful Career in Science and Technology through Foundation-SnT

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 25, 2009 -- Foundation-SnT is a 2 year value add Program for students of Class IX. It complements the regular studies of the students by imparting additional inputs in core subjects. The Program inculcates analytical thinking and brings home the importance of innovation in problem solving.

“Whether the student wishes to pursue B.Tech, at an IIT or NIT or other engineering colleges or wishes to study medicine or pursue pure sciences; what is important is to build a strong foundation - Now! So, while board exams are important, students also need to start working for the future career at an early stage” said Mr. Vallish N. Herur, Director, BASE.
Subjects taught in Foundation-SnT include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and Mental Abilities. The course on Mental Abilities helps in improving thinking agility and enhances learning capability in other subjects. In addition, relevant techniques from Vedic mathematics and speed mathematics are introduced. The curriculum has been designed considering the syllabi of Karnataka State Board, ICSE and CBSE.

Printed courseware is provided for all subjects that covers related topics along with adequate worked examples and practice exercises. For all the exercises in the modules and tests that are conducted, audio-visual solutions are provided through the BASE website. The student can refer to these to understand the approach in answering questions. Clarifications for doubts are enabled through an electronic help desk.
Each classroom session by highly trained faculty members is planned to be interactive and is supported by multimedia presentations. The accent is on understanding of subjects, appreciating the finer aspects and effective problem solving. The training sessions are conveniently scheduled during summer vacation and later when the schools reopen, on weekdays/weekends. The total interaction time during the 2-year Programme is 360 hours.

Foundation-SnT is aligned to the board curriculum. In fact, student batches will be formed based on central or state boards. This way, students can perform better in school and board examinations. Regular tests will be conducted to prepare the students for excellence in school curriculum as well as competitive exams.
Admission to the programme is based on the student’s performance in VIII Standard midterm/ last semester on a first come- first served basis. The programme is available at all the BASE centres namely Basavanagudi, Rajajinagar, Jeevanbhimanagar, Yelahanka, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mysore, Udupi, Hubli, Belgaum, Tumkur, Bijapur and Bidar and also in associated schools. For Registration and more Information or to interact with the student counselors, contact 4260 4600 or visit www.base-edu.in.