• Accelerated HS Mathematics
Empowering students & teachers with hands-on STEM learning, from India to St. Louis since 2018.
Hands‑on STEM education with interactive lessons and real‑time insights.
Active Learning Institute LLC, founded by Vinay Kanth Rao Kodipelly, is based in Saint Louis, Missouri and builds upon an educational initiative originally founded in India. With over 14 years of teaching experience in Math, Statistics, and Data Analytics, we are passionate about redefining math education. Inspired by innovative U.S. and Indian teaching methodologies, our programs use active learning strategies and technology integration (including AI-powered techniques) to help students build confidence, deep problem-solving skills, and academic excellence.
We focus on high-quality tutoring, accelerated math enrichment, and fostering equitable, student-centered learning environments through dynamic instructional practices and community outreach. Our work continues a legacy supported by institutions like The University of Southern Mississippi's Center for Science and Mathematics Education.
"I've witnessed the remarkable impact of Vinay's work... His dedication to hands-on, student-centered math education transforms classrooms... Students not only master essential concepts, but also develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. I strongly endorse the Active Learning Institute for its unwavering commitment to elevating math education..."— Dr. Sherry Herron, Director (Emeritus), CSME, Univ. of Southern Mississippi
At Active Learning Institute, we put genuine, in-person engagement at the center of our teaching philosophy—especially for foundational courses. We know that the deepest learning happens not on a screen, but when students collaborate, ask questions, and receive immediate feedback in a supportive, small-group environment.
That’s why the vast majority of our foundational and enrichment programs are offered in-person, with small batches and hands-on activities. We also provide ongoing support through dedicated WhatsApp groups for each cohort, ensuring students and families can reach out for help or share progress at any time.
For our advanced, high-intensity courses—like AP Calculus AB/BC—we offer a flexible blend of in-person and online instruction to serve ambitious students with busy schedules or specialized needs. Our online sessions are interactive, never passive, and designed for students who are already comfortable with independent learning.
As our name says, we believe in Active Learning: learning by doing, discussing, exploring, and creating together. This is not just a slogan, but the core value shaping every class we offer.
Hear directly from our students and families—what makes Active Learning Institute unique, and how our approach to math & STEM inspires lasting confidence.
This course made me want to become a middle school math teacher. It was that inspiring.
Professor Vinay made even calculus fun and visual. His animations helped me actually understand derivatives.
He was always patient, gave real-world examples, and made sure no one left confused.
He gives us tools, not just lectures. I loved the R labs and how everything connected to real data.
We were encouraged to go to the board, to be wrong, and learn from each other.
He’s one of the best professors I’ve had. Never makes you feel bad for not knowing something.
He took time outside class to support us. Truly cares about his students’ success.
Thank you for a good semester. It was fun watching you develop as a teacher and you will be a very good one, one day.
This has been one the most understanding and easy to grasp math course I have taken at USM and I think it was because of your teaching methods.
I liked the way he related to us and how we talked about real world applications for calculus. The program he used to animate helped me visualize how changes in a function change the derivative.
He was very vocal, and he would not move on until someone answered his question. He gives a lot of examples and elaborates on the rules needed to solve the problems. He also shows visually in an application using real life objects to show us how its applied in real life. Overall, he was awesome!
He made learning relatable. He was also very positive. He showed us how math is used in making films. He made it fun.
Technology; Knowledgeable. Professor Kodipelly is excellent at explaining the course material in a way that we can understand. I feel like he actually makes us understand how the problems are solved, rather than just giving us the answers.
Discover our comprehensive range of mathematics and STEM programs tailored for every learning stage. Select a course to explore detailed curriculum, schedule, and learning outcomes.
If your school or organization is looking for after-school classes—robotics, Abacus, accelerated STEM, or ACT prep—we’d love to partner with you. Reach out for a quote .
Engaging and highly effective training designed to build strong foundational numeracy skills through visualization and mental computation using abacus techniques. This course goes beyond rote learning, fostering a deep understanding of numbers and enhancing cognitive abilities crucial for early mathematical success.
An essential course designed to prepare students in grades 4-6 for pre-algebra. This program focuses on building core algebraic concepts and problem-solving strategies, ensuring students gain confidence and a solid foundation for advanced middle school math topics. Through engaging activities and practical examples, students will learn to understand variables, equations, and basic algebraic expressions.
Best suited for: Students in grades 4-6 looking to build a strong pre-algebra foundation.
Max 6 Students/Batch
8 Sessions (4 Weeks), 1.5 Hrs/Session
We are deeply committed to giving back to the community through STEM outreach, teacher training, and supporting student competitions. Our efforts focus on making math and technology accessible and engaging for all.
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Empowering educators with hands-on, research-based strategies for active learning, AI integration, and equitable math instruction. All workshops include practical resources and follow-up support.
Discover how AI can automate lesson planning, generate problems, and personalize support.
Create engaging AI‑enhanced quizzes and personalize learning with gamification.
Explore content development and build strong foundations for training future math teachers.
Leverage AI to design personalized, automated assessments and adaptive feedback.
Active Learning Institute’s journey began in 2018 in Warangal, India with the support of the Center for Science and Mathematics Education at the University of Southern Mississippi. Our India chapter continues to be a vital part of our global educational mission.
We pioneered workshops on non-traditional STEM careers such as Mathematics for Animation, 3D Printing, Learning Human Anatomy through 3D Geometry using VR Sets, and Mathematical Applications in Computer Graphics. Our programs went beyond traditional paths, showcasing alternatives to conventional medical and engineering fields.
The India chapter has featured guest speakers including Karthik Adepu, who worked on blockbuster films like Fast and Furious, Tom and Jerry, and Kalki 2898. We’ve also partnered with NIT Warangal, hiring graduate students as interns and training them to become effective educators using active learning methodologies.
For more details about our work in India, visit: facebook.com/activelearningmath
Founder & Lead Educator
With over a decade of teaching across four U.S. universities and three years as a lecturer in India, Vinay is an expert in transition and introductory math courses (11th, 12th grade, and first- and second-year college). He teaches numerous sections of Calculus and Statistics with R programming. His research interests include STEM Education, Math for Computer Graphics, and Animation. Vinay trains future teachers through teaching-track programs, leads professional development workshops, and presents at national and international conferences. As Executive Director of Upakara Foundation, he applies mathematical modeling to nonprofit initiatives.
Learn MoreABACUS Specialist
Sharanya is an experienced Mathematics and Statistics educator with over a decade of teaching across high school, college, and university levels. Previously, she volunteered as a Math Tutor at the University of Missouri, St. Louis Math Academic Center. She was recognized for her innovative teaching methods, including Vedic Math featured on Voice of America. She co-founded a non-profit educational institute in India, developing curricula and training teachers in non-traditional methods. She is certified in ABACUS by the Indian Institute of Vedic Mathematics and Abacus (IIVA) and holds two master’s degrees: one in Applied Mathematics from NIT Warangal and another in Statistics from Osmania University. She is passionate about transforming math anxiety into confidence through personalized, engaging, and accessible learning experiences.
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