ISR LIFE
Fostering STEAM Experiential Learning through an Inclusive, Integrated, and Heutagogical Approach
New-age learning methodologies have encouraged Experiential Learning programs to help students move ahead with the fast-changing world which demands one to be agile and adaptable. Numerous educational institutions at the forefront of education across the globe are taking the lead and just doing that. The ones who are slow to adapt will not only find it difficult to catch up with the ones who have taken the lead but will also be depriving their students of the much needed holistic development and be Future-Ready.
The company that leads the way and has been awarded the Best STEAM Experiential Learning is International STEAM Research (ISR), for the extraordinary standard of service they have been rendering to their partner schools in India. As a pioneer and innovator in promoting invention literacy through creative teamwork and collaboration, ISR has revolutionized the way students engage in integrating the streams of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics aligned to the NEP-2020.
With a remarkable journey so far, ISR has been providing sustainable, affordable, inclusive, integrated and holistic STEAM Experiential Learning programs utilizing the expertise of forward thinkers, administrators, teachers, and institutional support. Combining these elements with a brand identity that speaks to a wide range of consumers makes ISR LIFE, USA, a significant player in the Indian education market.
PURPOSE-DRIVEN VISION AND MISSSION Vision
To ignite minds to develop problem solvers and innovators for a sustainable world.
Mission
ISR facilitates quality education, through inclusive, integrated and self-determined learning by way of higher-order thinking and invention literacy.
The Genesis of ISR
International STEAM Research (ISR), founded in 2020 by two multifaceted educators, Dr. George Panicker and Capt. Shaji Sebastian, ISR has collaborated and promoted heutagogy with numerous organizations and institutions throughout the world. Today ISR has established a distinct position in the education sector.
With its recent incorporation in Delaware, USA, ISR LIFE has taken a monumental step, showing the strength and promise of the Indian startup ecosystem on a global scale.
ISR LIFE’s USP: Breaking Barriers
ISR LIFE acts as a catalyst in the education sector, ensuring that everyone receives quality education (SDG 4), to help break the cycle of poverty (SDG 1) and reach gender equality (SDG 5). These three Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) will help people obtain decent work and contribute towards their economies (SDG 8) and will be empowered to live healthier lives (SDG 3) through inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and fostering innovation (SDG 9). Through education we can foster the values of empathy and inclusiveness key to reducing inequalities (SDG 10) ultimately leading to peaceful societies (SDG 16).
Promoting invention literacy through creative collaboration and cooperation amongst diverse institutions, organizations, communities, networks, and thought leaders is vital to the company. Their goal is to harness the vital skills, which are critical for both a robust economy and a secure, long-lasting community, rather than turning anyone into an expert in any specific subject.
Feathers in the Cap
ISR and its visionary founders have been recipients of various prestigious awards and recognitions. A few of them are mentioned below:
• Fortune Magazine named Dr. George Panicker and Capt. Shaji Sebastian as the “Most Dynamic Personalities of 2022.”
• The Knowledge Review Magazine named Dr. George Panicker and Capt. Shaji Sebastian as “The Pioneers of the Indian Education System 2023.”
• Dr. Panicker was also recognized by Business Outreach magazine as the “Entrepreneur of the Year 2022.”
• Dr. Panicker was recognized as a “Global Change Maker”, by Mc STEM Eduversity, USA.
• ‘The Best Company to Work For 2022,’ by Prime Insights Magazine
• ‘Brand of The Year 2022,’ by Business Outreach Magazine
• ‘Most Innovative Business 2022’ MSME Indian Business Award
• ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat Award 2022’
• ‘Best S.T.E.A.M Education Company 2022’
The Road Ahead for ISR
The journey of ISR LIFE so far has been a combination of inspiration, commitment, and global unity in the field of education. Since its inception, the company has created a solid presence across India.
For the future, ISR has set ambitious targets for both, the short-term and long-term, with a significant focus on becoming a global leader in STEAMbased experiential learning and establishing the benchmark for what constitutes high-quality education in the 21st century. All things considered, STEAM education has a bright future ahead of it, with ISR LIFE poised to take the global lead.
Dynamic Leadership
Dr. George Panicker and Capt. Shaji Sebastian are two pillars of ISR LIFE, supporting the organization’s innovative operations and goals. These seasoned educators had visions of a reformed educational environment that extended well beyond India’s borders, motivated by their fervour to bring about change.
Dr. George Panicker, Founder and CEO of ISR, is an accomplished author, passionate educator, and inspiring entrepreneur with over 25 years of expertise. He is an ardent promoter of Heutagogy in STEAM Experiential Learning. As the Mentor at ISR, Captain Shaji Sebastian has international recognition and appreciation in the fields of education and innovation. He is a dedicated educator, a passionate aviator, and a successful entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the field of international education.
