September 2024
Editorial
Finding your peace
Educators may not be on the front lines, but our classrooms are spaces where change begins. Editor Usha Raman writes about the role of teachers in fostering a more equitable world, even as we grapple with our own challenges.
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August 2024
Editorial
Finding your peace
Educators may not be on the front lines, but our classrooms are spaces where change begins. Editor Usha Raman writes about the role of teachers in fostering a more equitable world, even as we grapple with our own challenges.
Read MoreSeptember 2024
Editorial
Finding your peace
Educators may not be on the front lines, but our classrooms are spaces where change begins. Editor Usha Raman writes about the role of teachers in fostering a more equitable world, even as we grapple with our own challenges.
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The week before
Chintan Girish Modi reviews P. Sainath's latest book, Unknown Heroes of India's Freedom Struggle, a collection of 16 untold stories of farmers, workers, and everyday heroes who fought for India's freedom. Illustrated by various talented artists, it includes ideas for activities and discussions, and provides a fresh perspective on history.
Sujata Noronha writes that biological, sociological, and cultural views shape our approach like age-based book categories or even global differences in school starting ages. Understanding aspects like these can lead to more effective and inclusive library practices for children.
Teaching isn’t just about explaining concepts; it’s about sparking children’s curiosity. According to Surabhi Agarwal, the ‘Flipped Classroom’ technique can be used to help students understand the ‘what’ and ‘why’ of a topic, and make learning much more enjoyable and meaningful. Read on for a step-by-step explainer on.
Aanya Kapoor writes about how technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality are reshaping classrooms. She writes how using these tools can help teachers transform their classrooms and enhance the learning experience for students.
May-June 2024
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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.
July 2024
Mamata Pandya writes about the mathematical genius Maryam Mirzakhani and the extraordinary journey she took from a childhood in war-torn Iran to winning the prestigious Fields Medal.
From mysterious mushrooms to symbiotic lichens, Nandini Dholepat writes about a world where every fallen log tells a story of renewal and biodiversity.
A unique educational experiment where a library becomes a museum – a vibrant place that sparks children’s curiosity and creativity. Sowmya Ravindranath writes about how this journey inculcated a deep appreciation for history, art, and literature among young minds.
May-June 2024
We have reached the end of a long chapter, as we bring to you this last print edition of Teacher Plus. Just as stories have leapt off the printed pages of books and now reach us in many different ways, Teacher Plus too will come to you in a digital avatar. It may not be the same, but our stories will continue to carry the same spirit as we begin a new chapter.
Stories are the best ways to connect with people. For children’s author Menaka Raman, the best bit of writing books is that she gets to take them to schools and libraries and read to young children there. Did a joke she added the last minute land well with her readers? How did children react to the protagonist’s situation? What would they do in a similar situation? It is through these interactions that Menaka finds out if she has touched a chord with her book.
We are becoming more and more selfish and less understanding and accepting of ‘the other’. In a world that is ready to take up arms at the drop of a hat, we need something that will help build bridges between communities. And the best way to understand a community that is different from us is to read their stories. So, when will you being to read the world?
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Finding your peace
Educators may not be on the front lines, but our classrooms are spaces where change begins. Editor Usha Raman writes...
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Anindita Bhattacharya In a world where stress is constant, finding calm can feel impossible. With a basic understanding of the brain's amygdala and happy hormones, you can learn practical ways...
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Keep calm and
Fareen Wahid “Keep Calm and Dance” isn’t just a motto but a way for Fareen Wahid to bring joy, resilience, and creativity into the classroom. From impromptu moves in the...
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Lakshmi Mitter The idea of making a difference in the life of every child can be daunting. Lakshmi Mitter is reminded of the famous starfish story, and how it helps...
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