making math Enjoyable
Rooted in Innovation, Tailored for Impact: At Third Apple, we design interactive math resources that spark curiosity and deepen understanding—crafted specially for the educational landscape of Andhra Pradesh.
Learning That Connects & Inspires: Our materials empower schools with engaging, hands-on content that aligns with local needs, making math meaningful, joyful, and unforgettable for every learner.
Reimagining Classrooms, One Concept at a Time:
At THIRD APPLE, we enhance education for school students in India by offering engaging simulations, educational videos, study materials, and self-tests in math and science. We aim to make learning enjoyable and effective, empowering students to succeed academically and beyond..
ENGINEER BY QUALIFICATION | TEACHER BY PASSION | TRAINER BY PROFESSION
Born on 8th September 1978 in Visakhapatnam to Sri P. Rama Rao and Smt. Subbalakshmi, Mr. Rao is a distinguished expert in teacher training, classroom management, pedagogy, and academic leadership. With over two decades of dedicated service in education, he has established himself as a thought leader in equipping educators and school leaders with innovative practices for academic excellence.
Professional Expertise
Mr. Rao has a rich professional background spanning teaching, training, and academic governance:
Academic Leadership: Served as Vice Principal, Coordinator, and Principal in leading educational institutions across North Andhra, contributing to the success of NTSE, IIT-JEE Foundation, and skill-based programs.
Teacher Training: Teacher Training Expertise
Conducted over 150 impactful workshops on classroom management, activity-based learning, and modern pedagogical strategies, transforming the teaching practices of thousands of educators across Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Odisha and Penang, Malaysia.
School Governance and Leadership: Trained principals and academic heads on effective leadership strategies, curriculum planning, and improving school governance for enhanced institutional performance.
Curriculum Design and Development: Designed comprehensive curriculums for Smart English, mathematics, science, and financial literacy for national-level publishers.
Notable Contributions
Workshops and Professional Development:
Conducted over 250+ workshops for students and educators on subjects like activity-based learning, motivational techniques, and advanced classroom strategies.
Internationally recognized for conducting a workshop at CoSMED 2011 (International Conference on Science and Mathematics Education) in Malaysia, earning accolades for his innovative approach to teaching.
Publications and Content Creation:
Authored several educational resources, including Roots to Mathematics, ActiMath, and X-Pand IIT Foundation series, focusing on removing learning barriers in mathematics.
Wrote a series of inspiring articles titled Super Teacher for Brainfeed magazine (2017).
Published Anthem of Success (2023), a self-help book aimed at inspiring educators and learners alike.
Leadership Programs for Students and Educators:
Designed and led motivational and skill-building workshops like
Build Your Ladder,
Be an Icon,
Afflatus
Be a Learning Magnet
Time escapade
for students from high school to engineering levels.
Established a math club, WOW Math, to foster a love for mathematics through engaging activities and challenges.
Consulting and Innovation and Gamification:
Served as Consulting Academic Head for 3rdFlix Visual Effects Pvt. Ltd., where he played a pivotal role in developing AR, VR, and MR-based simulations for the Practically Learning App (2018–2021).
Vision and Philosophy
Slogan 1: “Turn your lessons into games and learning adventures.”
Slogan 2: “Teaching is inspiring thinking and igniting potential.”
Current Role
Mr. Rao is the Founder and Chief Mentor of Third Apple, a premier organization offering one-stop solutions for academic excellence in mathematics and science. Third Apple specializes in leadership training, teacher empowerment, and curriculum solutions tailored to modern educational challenges.
Through his relentless pursuit of excellence, Mr. Rao continues to inspire educators, students, and school leaders, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of education.
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