November 2024
Editorial
The point of asking “what if?”
There are at least two ways in which we might imagine the future. One path takes us through unchecked climate change and its consequences on human and planetary life, including the exacerbation of conflicts around the world.
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Editorial
The point of asking “what if?”
There are at least two ways in which we might imagine the future. One path takes us through unchecked climate change and its consequences on human and planetary life, including the exacerbation of conflicts around the world.
Read MoreNovember 2024
Editorial
The point of asking “what if?”
There are at least two ways in which we might imagine the future. One path takes us through unchecked climate change and its consequences on human and planetary life, including the exacerbation of conflicts around the world.
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Art should be about freedom, not copying. Sanika writes about how visual arts programs in libraries can unlock children’s creativity by letting them experiment with different media, explore their surroundings, and tell stories without words. From making scroll books to drawing from observation, she writes how the library can become a space for curiosity, expression, and connection.
Assessments are more than just exams – they’re crucial for both student growth and teacher effectiveness. Beyond classic types of written tests, modern techniques like observations and reflections are equally effective in assessing students’ learning outcomes. Meena Sriram writes how assessments can motivate students as well as inspire teachers to refine their teaching methods.
What is it like to transition from student to teacher? Shamma Kalodi reflects on the highs and lows of her first few weeks in the classroom. She writes about the chaos of an unplanned first day to finding her footing amidst structural challenges and academic expectations.
"To Every Parent To Every School" by V. Raghunathan and Meena Raghunathan is a vital read for anyone involved in guiding young people. Through engaging anecdotes and insightful research, Neerja Singh’s review highlights the importance of developing students’ values, empathy, and critical thinking.
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How can we maintain a loving relationship with the younger generation while enforcing rules? Neerja Singh writes that setting boundaries and combining compassion with clear consequences can help young people grow into responsible, well-adjusted adults.
Am I too fat or too thin? Is my face too pimply? Am I too dark? What are these spots on my neck? Young adults today are caught in the trap of the ‘ideal good looks’. What has brought this on in our younger generation and how can we move them to thinking positively about themselves the way they are?
Is homework necessary? Can we avoid it? How does it help? Find the answers to these questions in this article.
September 2024
The pressures of classroom management can take a toll on the teacher’s health. They may struggle with stress, anxiety, impostor syndrome and the lack of work-life balance. "Keep calm and stay healthy," can help teachers maintain their wellbeing and create a positive learning environment.
Arati Biswas, an NGO worker, embarks on a journey across India to uncover how teachers manage stress and seek peace in their daily lives. She meets inspiring educators like Gangamani, who uses soothing audio stories to calm her class, and Kumar, who learns to “compartmentalize” his personal struggles. As Arati learns from each teacher, she discovers that the path to calmness is unique but vital for effective teaching. Read Nabanita’s piece on lessons to find peace in your own classroom or workplace.
According to Bincy Mary George, educators are like gardeners, who nurture the seeds of the future. They must cultivate not just success but a love for learning and resilience in their students.
August 2024
Our teachers are at the heart of our education system, yet their voices are frequently sidelined in discussions about improvements and policies. With the ASER reports and growing philanthropic investments highlighting slow progress in education quality, Gulati calls for systemic changes.
The U.S. Department of Education defines personalized learning as instruction tailored to students’ individual learning preferences, needs, and interests. Sanjhee writes that these principles can be broadly applied to adapt language classroom curricula. This means that teaching move from teacher-centric to learner-driven approaches.
Communication includes spoken language, written words, non-verbal cues, and technology, categorized as constructive or destructive, and nonviolent or violent. Conceptualized by Marshall B. Rosenberg in the 1960s-70s, nonviolent communication or NVC has four components. How can it be incorporated into the classroom? How does it benefit students and/or teachers? Read Rawat’s article on how to communicate peace and foster a positive learning environment.
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