Students in Kerala face significant challenges in acquiring essential map-related skills, which are critical for academic success in assessments like the National Achievement Survey (NAS), competitive exams, and career-defining tests such as the civil services examinations. These skills encompass topics like resource allocation, historical landmarks, natural resource distribution, industrial zones, and landforms, which are vital for fostering spatial awareness and geographic literacy.
However, a shortage of specialized geography teachers has resulted in these subjects often being taught by educators from other disciplines, such as history, sociology, and economics, who may lack the expertise and resources to effectively teach map-based content. This gap in instruction limits students' ability to comprehend and apply geographic information, a competency that is increasingly important in modern education and careers.
There is a need for a comprehensive solution to:
Provide teachers with high-quality training and resources to confidently teach map-related topics.
Develop engaging, interactive tools to enhance students' understanding of maps and spatial reasoning.
Establish a scalable platform to consistently improve map skills across Kerala, equipping students for academic success, higher education, and careers in fields like administration, planning, and environmental studies.
This initiative aims to address immediate challenges in exam performance while building a strong foundation in geographic literacy, preparing students for lifelong learning and professional readiness.
