Chintan Girish Modi
Did you know Indian teachers have shaped generations of Bhutanese students? On a recent trip to the country, Chintan Girish Modi learned about this bond between the two countries. He writes about a speech by Bhutan’s Queen Mother and shares heartwarming stories of Bhutanese people who were inspired by Indian teachers.
Megha Bajaj
From discussing feelings openly to sharing your own emotional experiences, Megha Bajaj writes about building Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in kids through everyday interactions.
Anubha Rawat
Academic achievements are important, but interpersonal skills are what truly set students up for success, writes Anubha Rawat. She shares creative ways to foster these skills, such as drama exercises, peer mentoring, and community involvement.
Timira
Raised in a patriarchal family, Timira observed power structures from a young age. She writes about how these dynamics manifest in classrooms, where teachers and students are caught in a web of power and control. She draws on insights from Paulo Freire and Augusto Boal to rethink the role of power in education and shows how embracing the “great thing” can liberate both teachers and students.
Anne Isaac
Frames are more than just borders around pictures – they can transform the way students learn! Anne Isaac writes that frames can be useful for organizing ideas, helping students connect new information with what they already know.
Anuradha C
How do teachers strike the right balance between authority and empathy? Anuradha C writes about the art of managing teacher-student relationships, and how teachers can strike the perfect balance between setting high expectations and offering support, creating a classroom where students thrive.
Aruna Sankaranarayanan
Why do kindergartners brim with curiosity while 12th graders seem disconnected? Aruna Sankaranarayanan writes about the power of awe to reignite students’ enthusiasm for learning. She refers to psychologist Dacher Keltner’s insights on how awe, whether sparked by nature, art, or music, can transform our approach to education.
V Arun
Drawing on his journey through various educational systems, V Arun emphasizes the need for educational freedom. His learning experiences have helped him realize that true learning comes from passion and self-exploration.
Ramya Sriram
The Lifelong Learner is a monthly comic strip that illustrates how continuous learning is embedded in the human experience. The strip emphasizes that learning is not confined to just school: we learn from nature, relationships, conversations, listening, making mistakes, trying new things, and reflection. And of course, learning isn’t a one-way street, it’s a dynamic exchange between teacher and student, adult and child.
Shalini Solanki
Placing students at the center of their learning experience can enhance their language skills, critical thinking, and appreciation for literature. From generating their own questions to engaging in debates and real-world language tasks, Shalini Solanki shares strategies for making English classes more interactive and engaging.
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