The programs, “Introduction to Sand Artwork” and “Rules and Codecs of Sand Artwork”, have been absolutely designed and taught by Pattnaik himself, IGNOU introduced in an official assertion on Tuesday.
Open to All Ages and Backgrounds
These on-line programs are open to learners of all ages, backgrounds, and ability ranges. The goal is to advertise Indian artwork globally and assist folks construct creativity via structured digital studying.
On the launch occasion held at IGNOU headquarters, Vice Chancellor Uma Kanjilal mentioned,
“That is the primary time structured sand artwork programs are being provided in India. It displays the targets of NEP 2020 to incorporate Indian Data Techniques and artwork types in mainstream training.”
Pattnaik's Dream Now a Actuality
Sudarsan Pattnaik mentioned this launch was a part of his long-time dream to make sand artwork a worldwide image of Indian expertise.“With IGNOU and SWAYAM, hundreds of learners can now be taught sand artwork from wherever on this planet,” he mentioned.
What the Programs Embody
- Video lectures
- Stay demonstrations
- Apply-based assignments
- Certificates upon completion
The introductory course teaches fundamental sand artwork instruments and strategies, whereas the superior course explores large-scale sand artwork, codecs, and storytelling utilizing sand.
Each programs are actually open for enrolment on: onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in
Bringing Indian Artwork to the World
IGNOU mentioned this initiative is a part of its wider mission to make training extra accessible and to showcase Indian conventional arts via international digital platforms.