S. Vishnu Sharma
IIT Guwahati has signed an MoU with Education division of TECC. TECC is acronym for Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in India.
The pact between IIT Guwahati and TECC aimed at enhancing cultural and educational exchange.
It is effective from 13 August 2024, marks a pivotal step in strengthening bilateral relations between India and Taiwan through education and language/cultural learning.
Signing
The MoU was signed by Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director of IIT Guwahati, and Mr. Peters Chen, Director of the Education Division TECC.
The pact was inked in the presence of Mr. Baushuan Ger, Representative of Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India, and Prof. Parameswar K. Iyer, Dean of Public Relations, Branding and Ranking.
Also present were, Deans and senior representatives from both institutions.
This agreement heralds a new chapter in the collaborative efforts between India and Taiwan in the field of education, technology enhancement and industry interaction, say sources from IIT Guwahati.
Director of IIT Guwahati
Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati highlighted the institution’s commitment to fostering international educational ties and providing its students with diverse learning opportunities.
This collaboration with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre is a pivotal moment for our institute, as it aligns with our mission to offer our students a truly global education, he said.
By integrating Mandarin language instruction into our curriculum and building strong connections with leading Taiwanese institutions, we are not only enhancing our students’ linguistic skills but also broadening their understanding of different cultures, said Director of IIT Guwahati.
This partnership opens new academic, industry and research opportunities, allowing our students to explore diverse educational pathways and develop a deeper appreciation for the global landscape, especially in semiconductor industries, he said.
We are excited about the possibilities this collaboration brings and are confident that it will significantly contribute to the holistic development of our students, he said.
Teachers
Under this collaboration, TECC will assist IIT Guwahati in recruiting Mandarin teachers who are experts in designing curriculum and evaluating foreign language courses.
These teachers will conduct Mandarin language courses over the required semesters, helping to broaden students’ linguistic skills and cultural understanding, specifically those interested to pursue internships and careers in Taiwan semiconductor and agritech industries.
In return, IIT Guwahati will provide the necessary infrastructure to establish the Taiwan Education Centre on campus, where classes, seminars, and bilateral exchange programs will be conducted.
Centers
After COVID-19, the Education Division of TECC has established 25 Taiwan Education Centres in India. Along with 10 established earlier, today’s MOU marked the 36th Taiwan Education Centre in India.
Key Driving Force
Mr. Peters Chen, Director of the Education Division TECC said that IIT Guwahati, as one of top universities in India, is not only the key driving force for northeast India but accelerator for semiconductor industry in India.
It’s glad that we will work together to provide students with Mandarin language skill, Taiwanese culture and more exchange programmes between universities of India and Taiwan, he said.
We will recruit a Taiwanese teacher soon come to campus. The teacher will also hold the Test of Chinese Language as Foreign Language (TOCFL) at campus if there are students who hope to take the test and get certificate.
In addition, students will have better opportunities for further studying in Taiwan majoring in the interested fields with scholarship, he said.
Aim
This collaboration aims to introduce Indian students to Mandarin language learning by offering access to high-quality instruction from qualified teachers.
In doing so, IIT Guwahati seeks to equip students with valuable linguistic and cultural skills that are increasingly important in today’s globalized world.
The partnership is also designed to deepen bilateral ties between IIT Guwahati and Taiwanese universities.
By facilitating academic exchanges, and other collaborative endeavors, this initiative will create a robust network of cooperation, strengthening educational and cultural connections between the two regions.
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The MoU will remain in effect for three years from the date of signing, with provisions for amendment and extension.
