MATI (Modulated Ayurvedic Teaching Initiatives)
MATI (Modulated Ayurvedic Teaching Initiatives) is a research initiative to develop teaching modules and programs in different aspects of Ayurveda.
MATI in Sanskrit stands for trained intelligence, cognitive skill that is developed by study of science. Buddhi is raw intelligence and Mati is trained intelligence. MATI is an initiative at AVTAR to develop parallel learning programs for Ayurveda students, graduates and practitioners with the aim of filling gaps in the current education system of Ayurveda.
The following learning programs have been visualized for implementation at AVTAR under MATI.
1. Ashtanga Hrdaya Saptaha - The Ashtanga Hrdaya Saptaha is an attempt to introduce the basic methodology of text based study as opposed to syllabus based study. This is essentially a one week orientation program for students and practitioners of Ayurveda to familiarize with the logistics involved in the text based approach to the study of Ayurveda. For more details CLICK HERE.
2. CME Programs - The CME Programs are organized by AVTAR from time to time to update the practitioners of Ayurveda regarding diagnostic and therapeutic decision making as well as relevant developments in the clinical field. For more details CLICK HERE.
3. Education Technology for Ayurveda - Apart from the above programs, AVTAR is also developing and expanding a comprehensive educational technology for effective study of Ayurveda. The goal is to create Ayurvedic physicians who are confident and capable of practicing Ayurveda after completion of the BAMS Course. The education technology for Ayurveda restructures the entire syllabus with emphasis on study of texts, rearrangement of the topics that helps to better appreciate the thought process of Ayurveda. It also redefines the most essential clinical and practical training required for students of Ayurveda to become confident and successful practitioners.
