Friday, April 10, 2026
New Article "Learning Through Doing and Tinkering: Exploring the Role of Atal Tinkering Labs in STEM Education in India" by M Govind
by M Govind - Connected Science Learning, 2026, DOI: 10.1080/24758779.2026.2624833.
Abstract: The importance of STEM education in promoting innovation has prompted many countries to adopt innovative policies and programs for strengthening STEM learning. In India, the Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs), based on the principles of the maker movement, are designed as informal workspaces where children engage with hands-on activities with tools and equipment. This study examines the perspectives of students and teachers on tinkering activities and investigates how tinkering facilitates the learning of STEM concepts and their application in developing solutions to local problems. The study is based on a questionnaire-based survey and interview of 510 respondents, including students (466) and 44 teachers from 26 schools located in the National Capital Region of Delhi, India. Our study showed that through tinkering and assembling prototype models, students were able to grasp STEM concepts more effectively and design innovative solutions. However, the study also found that while ATLs enrich learning through creativity and problem-solving, they risk diverting students’ attention from foundational knowledge and placing additional burdens on teachers if not aligned with the formal school curriculum. Our study contributes to the theoretical understanding of how informal learning contexts enhance students’ understanding of concepts and their real-world applications.
CfPs: International Conference on STS for Resilient Futures | 23–24 July, Bangkok, Thailand
- Resilience and Disaster Management
- AI and Digital Transformation
- Climate Sustainability
- Health and Well-Being
- Food Security and Biodiversity
- Energy and Green Transition
- Abstract Submission Deadline: May 15th, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: May 30th, 2026
- Full Paper Submission: July 15th, 2026
Registration Fees
- Early Bird (until May 31st): 3,000 Thai Baht / 100 USD
- Regular (from June 1st): 4,000 Thai Baht / 125 USD
Further information/ Call for Abstracts: https://www.cusri-sts2026.com/.
For any specific inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us at cusriglobal[@]gmail.com.
Organizing Committee - STS for Resilient Futures 2026
Chulalongkorn University Social Research Institute (CUSRI)
Email: cusriglobal[@]gmail.com
Bangkok, Thailand
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
CfPs: 17th Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship | 24-26 February; Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
Call for Papers
The conference provides a forum for researchers, educators, and practitioners to share their research findings and experiences in entrepreneurship development. Deliberations on contemporary issues of relevance and interest have opened up new avenues to advance entrepreneurship on a much broader scale. The conferences are organized under the aegis of the Centre for Research in Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CREED), setup by EDII. EDII has organized sixteen Biennial Conferences from 1994 to 2025. In line with the sixteen biennial conferences held over the past 32 years, the 17th Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship continues to serve as an established forum for researchers, educators, and practitioners to share their ideas and research findings with other researchers, professionals and thinkers in the field. This conference provides an opportunity to exchange feedback and refine their research pursuits. Researchers are invited to contribute papers and reports that explore and expand upon the field of entrepreneurship theory and practice.
Important Dates
- Extended Abstract (≈ 2000 words): August 7, 2026
- Extended Abstract Acceptance: August 14, 2026
- Paper Development Workshop: August 28, 2026
- Full Paper Submission: November 13, 2026
- Acceptance Decision: November 27, 2026
- Registration: December 31, 2026
Conference Themes and Focus Areas
The 17th Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship invites research contributions that advance theory and practice across diverse contexts. We welcome submissions on the following themes:
- Entrepreneurship Policy, Governance, and Ecosystems
- Entrepreneurship Policy and Governance
- Sectoral Ecosystems and Entrepreneurship: Agriculture, Holistic Health, Education, Green Economy, etc.
- Focus on MSMEs: Competitiveness, Growth, and Sustainability
- Public-Private Partnerships and Ecosystem Development
- Regional Innovation Systems and Cluster Dynamics
- Entrepreneurship Theory, Practice, and New Venture Development
- Innovation, Technology, and Digital Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship Education and Capability Development
- Cognitive, Behavioral, and Psychological Aspects of Entrepreneurship
- Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation
- Sustainability, ESG, and Responsible Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship, Society, and Cultural Context
- Family Business and Ventures
- Emerging Perspectives and Cross-Cutting Research
- Leadership, HR, and Work Behaviour in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
New Industry Guidelines Detail How to Buy Fabric Online Without Seeing It First
To buy fabric online without seeing it first, buyers must mathematically translate digital specifications like Grams per Square Meter and stretch percentages while enforcing strict physical wash protocols on sample swatches. Leading U.S. textile suppliers reported a 42% decrease in wholesale returns during fiscal 2025 when commercial buyers abandoned subjective texture descriptions in favor of hard data. Digital sourcing removes the physical hand from the evaluation process. The hand defines the tactile feel of the material. You risk severe manufacturing delays if you rely on flat lay photography alone. Source: Linkedin
Buyers determine accurate material density by reading the GSM data rather than trusting generic vendor adjectives. GSM measures exact physical weave density. A 150 GSM textile material performs well for lightweight apparel, whereas a 400 GSM material provides the rigidity needed for commercial outerwear. Digital sourcing requires buyers to locate visual proxies to evaluate drape. Drape defines the hanging behavior of a textile. Buyers assess this fluidity by demanding rosette photographs. A rosette photograph displays the material twisted into a spiral. You misjudge the flexibility of the warp and weft if you only review flat images.
Buyers verify pattern compatibility by extracting the stated stretch percentage and replicating that ratio against a physical ruler using known knit textiles. Spandex fibers dictate the modulus of elasticity. A 4-inch sample possesses a 50% stretch capacity if it extends to 6 inches comfortably. Professionals mitigate remaining physical risks by executing rigorous swatch tests. A swatch test exposes the raw sample to American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists wash standards. You quantify shrinkage accurately if you launder a precise 4-inch square sample at maximum industrial heat settings.
Safe digital textile sourcing requires strict adherence to standardized numerical metrics over subjective visual estimations. U.S. industry data proves that quantitative analysis eliminates the traditional barriers of remote purchasing. Buyers secure exact materials for bulk production runs if they follow these technical translation methods. Start your next commercial manufacturing run securely by immediately requesting a baseline test sample from your chosen digital supplier today.
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