IAPT Anveshika refers to a significant initiative by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) aimed at promoting and improving physics education across India, particularly through hands-on experimentation and innovative teaching methods.

 Objective:

The core aim is to make physics teaching more effective, learner-centric, and enjoyable. It focuses on:

• Developing low-cost physics models to understand concepts.
• Providing opportunities for students to explore basic physics concepts through hands-on experiments.
• Conducting science quizzes, workshops, and scientific lectures.
• Organizing educational tours for students.
• Encouraging teachers to use demonstrations in their classroom teaching.

 National Anveshika Network of India (NANI):

Anveshika operate under the umbrella of NANI, which coordinates their activities. This network currently comprises around 28 centres across the country, with the first one established in Kanpur in 2001. Dr. H.C. Verma, a renowned physicist, coordinates NANI.

Activities: Anveshikas are dynamic centers that regularly organize:

• Interactive sessions with students.
• Short and long-term teacher training programs.
• Development of new teaching demonstrations and experiments.
• Workshops and demonstrations for students (often categorized by age group: lower (Class VI-VIII), middle (Class IX-X), and upper (Class XI-XII)).
• Interschool competitions on innovative thinking, exhibit making, and experimental skills.
• Learning by Doing: A key philosophy of Anveshika is "learning by doing," emphasizing experimental physics to foster a deeper understanding and interest in the subject.

 Role of IAPT:

The IAPT, established in 1984 by Dr. D. P. Khandelwal, is a major organization of physics teachers, researchers, and science enthusiasts. Anveshika is a flagship program of IAPT, reflecting its commitment to upgrading the quality of physics education at all levels. IAPT also conducts various other activities, including the National Standard Examinations (NSE) for various subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, Junior Science), which are the first stage of the International Olympiads.

In essence, IAPT Anveshika is a grassroots movement to revolutionize physics education in India by making it more practical, engaging, and accessible through a network of experimental learning centers.

JVC IAPT Committee (2022-23)

1. Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma (Convener)
2. Dr. Prasant Yadav (Member)
3. Dr. Manav Chaudhary (Member)
4. Dr. Prashant Mishra (Member)
5. Dr. Chanderpal Singh (Member)

Activity carried out by the committee during the Academic Session 2022-23

 https://jvc.ac.in/assets/upload/JVC_IAPT_Activity_(2022-23).pdf

JVC IAPT Committee (2024-25)

1.            Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma (Convener)

2.            Dr. Prasant Yadav (Member)

3.            Dr. Manav Chaudhary (Member)

4.            Dr. Prashant Mishra (Member)

5.            Dr. Chanderpal Singh (Member)

Activity carried out by the committee during the Academic Session 2024-25

https://jvc.ac.in/assets/upload/JVC_IAPT_Activities_(2024-25)1.pdf