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Sugata Mitra

Computer Scientist & Educational Theorist; Known for "Hole in the Wall" Experiment That Inspired "Slumdog Millionaire"

Computer Scientist & Educational Theorist; Known for "Hole in the Wall" Experiment That Inspired "Slumdog Millionaire"

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Sugata Mitra Biography

Sugata Mitra, an Indian computer scientist and educational theorist, is widely recognized for his innovative "Hole in the Wall" experiment. This project demonstrated that children could independently learn to use computers and the Internet, a concept that later inspired Vikas Swarup's novel "Q & A" and, subsequently, the movie "Slumdog Millionaire." Mitra's groundbreaking approaches to education have also led to his development of the "School in the Cloud," a digital learning environment designed to empower self-organized learning.

Mitra's accomplishments extend beyond his experiments, with an extensive career in academia as Professor Emeritus at NIIT University in Rajasthan, India, and previously as Professor of Educational Technology at Newcastle University in England until his retirement in 2019. His scholarly contributions include numerous published papers on organic semiconductors, battery technology, and cognitive science. Additionally, his work at NIIT led to the creation of the first curricula and pedagogy for the organization, and he has trained and developed millions of young Indians, including some of the poorest children in the world.

Despite facing criticism and questions about the long-term sustainability of his kiosk system and the effectiveness of leaving computers in villages for educational purposes, Mitra's contributions have been highly recognized in his field. He was conferred the Dewang Mehta Award for Innovation in Information Technology in 2005 and won the Leonardo European Corporate Learning Award in 2012. Moreover, he was awarded the TED Prize in 2013, further cementing his influence in the field of educational technology.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/21/2024.

Sugata Mitra Videos

  • Sugata Mitra - The Hole in the Wall and Beyond
    We were thrilled for Sugata Mitra when he won the first $1 million TED Prize in 2013. Based at Newcastle University, Sugata is a fabulous presenter...
  • Highlights: Let Learning Happen - Sugata Mitra at European Zeitgeist 2011
  • Sugata Mitra: Build a School in the Cloud

Sugata Mitra Books

  • The School in the Cloud
    The School in the Cloud
  • Beyond the Hole in the Wall: Discover the Power of Self-Organized Learning (Kindle Single) (TED Books)
    Beyond the Hole in the Wall: Discover the Power of Self-Organized Learning (Kindle Single) (TED Books)
  • Introduction to Multimedia Systems (Communications, Networking and Multimedia)
    Introduction to Multimedia Systems (Communications, Networking and Multimedia)

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Sugata Mitra is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Sugata Mitra for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Sugata Mitra generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daphne Koller, Adam Braun, Bill Gates, Clay Shirky and Jimmy Wales. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sugata Mitra for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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