Teach, Make, and Learn – A Paper Crane Lab Adventure
Paper Crane Lab is a nonprofit organisation based in Bangalore, India focussing on education. We work towards increasing access to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education for all ages by combining STEM concepts with art and creative projects.
Our vision is to make STEM education accessible, affordable, and hands-on!
We work on a variety of activities here at PCL. Primarily, we teach, we learn, and we make!
PCL Teaches
We run STEM classes in schools, libraries, and other organisations. We also run teacher trainings so that the teachers are equipped to teach their students STEM in a fun and engaging manner.
PCL Learns
PCL Makes
Using our knowledge of STEM, we create kits and classes that we donate to schools and sell too. Interested in making? Come join us and make from our space with a #PCLPass (more below)
We work with multiple schools, organisations, and individuals to spread our love for STEM education. Here is some of our work so far. If you would be interested in collaborating with us, please do reach out to us!
The models on display ready to be handed over to the students at Chittor
- Nalanda, Bihar – Training teachers at ATL (Atal Tinkering Labs) on the PCL science curriculum and a pre vocational electronic program. This would enable to teachers to run a program for 3 months across 10 government schools in Nalanda. We are currently working with the District Education Officer and Deputy Development Commissioner.
- VSR School, Chittor– Teacher training to commence on the PCL curriculum which is in sync with their science curriculum.
- Akanksha Foundation, Pune – PCL facilitators have hosted 11 online classes for the students from 6th and 8th Std. The program consisted of activity based learning through PCL kits that were in sync with what the students learnt in their science classes
PCL Pass
Come work from our space and use our tools as well! We have various subscription models with which you can work from our lab. Read on!
| Type | Details | Cost |
| Hourly Pass | Use any tool for an hour during lab hours | INR 200 |
| One-Day Pass | Come over for any time the whole day. Lab is open from 9am – 6pm | INR 1000 |
| 10 hour pass | Use the pass for 10 hours over a span of 3 weeks | INR 1500 |
Note: These costs are not inclusive of project material cost. If you would like to use the 3D printer, it is an extra INR 50 per hour (inclusive of the 3D filament used)
The tools available in the lab include
- Vinyl cutter
- 3D printer
- Soldering equipment
- Basic wood working equipment (hammers, spanner, pliers, sandpaper)
- Drill (hand drill, and wired drill)
- Jigsaw
We suggest you come over to one of our open houses or schedule an appointment to visit the lab before getting you pass!
Drop a mail to hello@papercranelab.com with the subject PCL Pass to apply.
Meet the vibrant group that forms Paper Crane Lab!
Mathura Govindarajan is a creative technologist and educator from Bangalore. She completed her Masters and Fellowship from NYU’s Interactive Telecommunications Program, and her Bachelors in Electronics Engg. from NITK Surathkal. Her work lies in the intersection of art, design and technology. She has been teaching creative technology in various maker spaces and colleges for the past 6 years.
M V Govindarajan retired as Chief of Operations at L&T Technology Services after 30 years of experience in both product development and Engineering Services. Equipped with a Masters from IITM, and a BE from Madras University, he started of his illustrious career by developing hardware and software for Floppy Disks and Dot Matrix Printers! He now consults with Paper Crane Lab on Strategy and Business Development.
Himadri Banerjee is a business development, growth and operations specialist. After completing his Bachelors in Business Administration at Christ University, Himadri has worked with the Tatas over the past few years. Initially at TCS, then at Tata’s new healthcare venture – TATA MD. Himadri has closely worked in the education space through his quizzing company – 4 Edge, where he has conceptualised and hosted events for schools, colleges and NGOs over the past 10 years.
We are always on the lookout to expand our team! Be it full time mem, volunteers, or part-time consultants. If you would like to join us for a single project, or for a couple weeks, or want to hear more about such opportunities – reach out us as hello@papercranelab.com
Get in Touch
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