Category: Cover Story

The conflict tapestry

Kalpana Sharma
What do schools and orchestras have in common? Both thrive on harmony, collaboration, and understanding. Read Kalpana Sharma’s piece on how schools can teach us to listen and resolve conflicts meaningfully.

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Is hope really a thing with feathers?

Lakshmi Karunakaran
From the landslides in Kerala to war-torn regions across the globe, Lakshmi Karunakaran writes about how educators nurture hope in themselves and their students even in the most challenging conditions. In these times of wars and conflicts worldwide, Teacher Plus’ Hope Series will bring to you stories, books, activities, and much more that will encourage you to foster a culture of hope within and around you. This article is the first in the series.

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Making the elephant dance: unpacking India’s public education system

Vignesh Krishnan
India’s education system is one of the largest in the world, but its scale presents immense challenges. Despite high enrollment rates, quality outcomes remain a concern. Vignesh Krishnan writes about the strengths and weaknesses of the government education system, asking whether it’s time for private organizations to step in.

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Pushed to the edge: what can we do about student burnout?

Madhuri Katti
Student burnout has become a pressing concern in India and other parts of Asia, where there is a strong emphasis on academic performance. Students’ routines are often filled with school, coaching centers, hobby classes, and additional tuition classes, leaving them exhausted without time for rest, play, or exploration. The pressure to perform well in academics is compounded by parental and peer expectations, leading to anxiety and further burnout. In our cover story, Madhuri Katti writes about how burnout in students often goes undiagnosed and untreated.

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