I could not have picked up this book Every Child CAN at a better time. With NEP and NCF trying to make a paradigm shift in the educational process, this book demonstrates a change that was achieved not by accident but by design. The style of writing is simple narrative with case studies and innumerableContinue reading “Every Child Can by Sethi Kiran Bir”
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Competency based Learning
Very often we dont realise the skills that we possess. Opening a packet of milk and pouring it into a vessel without dropping a driop of milk on the kitchen platform is also a skill. All actions simple or complex have skills that are to be honed. Uber or Ola mention the number of yearsContinue reading “Competency based Learning”
Competency Based Education
Tickling the Intellect
Knowledge, is more than just gathering information. Applying the knowledge is not an easy task for most students. Anecdote of Einstein and his chauffer Henry showcases this aspect abeit with a sense of humour. https://www.youtube.com/@hungryforlearning5919/videos
Indian School of thought in National Curriculum Framework
The new Education policy and the subsequent National Curriculum Framework focuses on teaching the Indian school of thought. I enjoyed studying it. But, as a teacher educator I realise teachers are probably worried as to how to integrate these into their lesson plans. If teachers are worried, can parents be far behind? Check it out.Continue reading “Indian School of thought in National Curriculum Framework”
Teacher Efficiency and CLassroom
I had an interesting workshop on August 25, 2023 at St. Lawrence High School, Santacruz West on Teacher effectiveness. All of us have a favourite teacher who has influenced us to be what we are. Teacher effectiveness is distinct from teacher qualifications. It deals with Commitment to improved learning for all students. Use of evidenceContinue reading “Teacher Efficiency and CLassroom”
The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
The book is well-researched and written in a simple language embellished with real-life stories. It delves into the depths of why we do what we do and how to change. The first part deals with the habits of individuals, second with those of organisations and the third with those of societies. EveryContinue reading “The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg”
Ask me one – Questioning skill for an Inquiry Classroom
Questioning skills are the core of learning. Asking questions is the simplest way to focus thinking. This module deals with types of questions, pitfalls to avoid for teachers and analysis of questions. If you are interested in getting your school teachers to learn more contact: yourquerymystory@gmail.com
How to make an effective Presentation?
This masterclass is meant for all those who need to make a presentation. It was observed by me that this aspect of this skill is prominently missing from the curriculum.
Egypt
Some old, some young, Some from Mumbai, Some from Pune, A few from Bengalore & Kochi, A few from Gujarat & Goa, Not to leave the gulf countries, Made up a group that visited Egypt. Team leader Yogesh, With a smiling disposition, And a soft demeanor, Needs to be a little more assertive, And dealContinue reading “Egypt”
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri was made into a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986. The name Fatehpur also stands for the City of Victory. After occupying Agra in 1803, the East India Company established an administrative centre here and it remained so until 1850. In 1815, the Marquess of Hastings ordered the repair of monuments at Sikri.Continue reading “Fatehpur Sikri”
An Eternal Learner
“ANYONE WHO STOPS LEARNING IS OLD, WHETHER AT TWENTY OR EIGHTY.” —HENRY FORD According to the socio-cultural theory of Vygotsky, learning starts from the interactions at the social level and then it gets carried to individual selves. In other words, these thought processes can be bundled under the theory of constructivism, which serves asContinue reading “An Eternal Learner”