National Education Policy 2020 finally arrived in 2020 but had the academia guessing and fretting as to what it would bring forth. The panel of NEP under the able guidance of Dr. Kasturi Rangan had gathered input from many sources and collated the input before bringing out this instrument officially. It made waves among the … Continue reading A Bitter Pill to Swallow- Dilemmas and challenges in Implementing NEP 2020
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Einstein and the Chauffeur: A Humorous Take on Learning
Knowledge, is more than just gathering information. Applying the knowledge is not an easy task for most students. Anecdote of Einstein and his chauffer Henry showcases this aspect abeit with a sense of humour. https://www.youtube.com/@hungryforlearning5919/videos
A Teacher Reminiscences
After nearly, thirteen years of looking after the home front, I decided to step out as a career woman. I underwent a training course to equip myself for the job of a teacher and got one too. The first week was a trying period. A science lesson was in progess. Suddenly, one of the bright … Continue reading A Teacher Reminiscences
Understanding Surface vs. Deep Learning
Surface learning deals with factual information or surface knowledge that is a prerequisite for deep learning most of the time. To be effective, learning must be active. Effective and active learning are interdependent and can be looked upon as two sides of the same coin. Differences between Surface and deep learning From a neuroscience perspective, the … Continue reading Understanding Surface vs. Deep Learning
Enhancement of learning
I got an opportunity to conduct a session for the teachers of Vidya Niketan school, Dombivali on June 23, 2023 Why do children fail? What makes them interested in studies? How to get them to collaborate are some of the doubts we harbour, This session dealt with these aspects and what learning is and how … Continue reading Enhancement of learning
Ask me one – Questioning skill for an Inquiry Classroom
Questioning skills are the core of learning. Asking questions is the simplest way to focus thinking. This module deals with types of questions, pitfalls to avoid for teachers and analysis of questions. If you are interested in getting your school teachers to learn more contact: yourquerymystory@gmail.com
Fatehpur Sikri: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Fatehpur Sikri was made into a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986. The name Fatehpur also stands for the City of Victory. After occupying Agra in 1803, the East India Company established an administrative centre here and it remained so until 1850. In 1815, the Marquess of Hastings ordered the repair of monuments at Sikri. … Continue reading Fatehpur Sikri: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Assessments and Rubric
No teaching-learning process is complete without assessment. The educators may hold different views on student engagement. So, the criteria have to be defined clearly. As per NEP, assessment is something that we as educators would require to focus upon. In order to understand the 360-degree report structure, we first need to understand different kinds of … Continue reading Assessments and Rubric
Teacher Effectiveness in the classroom
Teacher Effectiveeness in the classroom The talk was very well recieved. Check out the youtube. https://youtu.be/v1aMYNZqTMc Feedback on the talk Today's Adharshila talk was wonderful and inspirational one. The ideas on experiential learning was wonderful ( RAFT) ,stories that maam shared were inspiring. Thank you ma'am😊🙏🏻 The session was packed with many … Continue reading Teacher Effectiveness in the classroom
A day in the Life of a Teacher
this interesting topic was a panel discussion. Check out the link qnd enjoy the interaction and the life of a teacher posted so succintly before you. http://bit.ly/3bZBThb