Tag: communication

Skillful communication in the classroom and beyond

Aruna Sankaranarayanan
Communication is more than just talking – it’s listening, understanding, and responding with empathy. Aruna Sankaranarayanan delves into the critical role of effective communication in our lives and shares how schools can help students develop this essential skill.

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A new vision for education

Neerja Singh
“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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Ways to build the skills that count

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.

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Communicating peace

Anubha Rawat
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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