Charles and Ray Eames
Design is a fairly new imagination in India. It’s not that it didn’t exist, but it wasn’t recognized as such. Keeping its founding story in mind, what is the genesis of design education? Who are the important people, places? What are the milestones in its evolution to the shape and form it has taken today? We find out in this illustrated story.
Chintan Girish Modi
Vishal Vasanthakumar’s The Smart and the Dumb uncovers the politics of education in India, arguing that instead of being a social leveller, it often widens inequalities. Here’s a review of the book by Chintan Girish Modi.
Jayanth Nadheri
Imagine a science class where Mr. Bean takes center stage! Jayanth N V shares how using humor and memes while exploring the properties of mirrors, sparked enthusiasm among 7th graders. As students laughed and engaged with the content, they made insightful connections.
Shirish Darak
Following the Badlapur child sexual abuse case, Shirish Darak reflects on the ambiguity of ‘good touch’ and ‘bad touch.’ According to him, the SAHAJ program promotes a comprehensive approach to sexuality education, emphasizing continuous learning and the active involvement of adults.
Dawa Lahmu Yolmo
A group of teachers transformed the pandemic’s challenges into a groundbreaking approach to education, captured in A Learning Community of Reflective Teachers, edited by Dr. Neeraja Raghavan. According to Dawa Yolmo, this book is a must-read for teachers, as it will inspire them to embrace change, think critically, and grow professionally.
Shamma Kalodi
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fiona Vaz
Why are private schools seen as better than government schools? Fiona Vaz explores how and why private schools have become synonymous with quality education, despite data showing only a slight edge over their government counterparts.
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