Educational reform cannot happen only through policies written in government offices. Sometimes reform begins when a teacher walks into a classroom somewhere else in the world — and returns home seeing education differently. When the Andhra Pradesh government recently announced that 37 government school teachers would travel to Singapore for specialised training, it attracted attention…
Smarter classrooms
Prashant Gupta, a mathematics educator at The Cambria International School in Kalyan, Maharashtra, talks about his experience using AI in the classroom. It has become almost an essential fact that educators should start teaching AI in their classrooms. The question is how to use AI in teaching. Well, now let us understand what AI is….
The invisible curriculum
Dolly Ratnani, an educator, IELTS, PTE, ToEFL trainer, based out of Kolhapur, Maharashtra, talks about the quiet lessons that shape students beyond academics. When we speak about curriculum, teachers usually think about lesson plans, academic planning, classroom activities, and the subjects we teach every day. However, there is something beyond the visible curriculum that teachers…
Can screen time not be a problem?
Sinchan Mishra, Founder of Curiobit in Odisha, works to turn screen time into discovery time for the younger generation. My professional journey began as the research and development lead at a Hyderabad‑based company called CognitiveBotics. This organisation focused mainly on building e‑learning platforms for autistic and neurodivergent children. That role marked my first step into…
Mathematics in everyday life and learning
Akhila K R, Senior Coordinator & Secondary Maths Faculty, International Delhi Public School, Kanayannur, Kerala, points out that many of us think mathematics is only about numbers and formulas. But, in reality, it enables us to understand and manage many real situations in everyday life. It also inculcates the ability in us to think logically…
Play with purpose: nurturing real-world thinking in early years
Sumita Gupta, IB PYP Educator and IBEN Programme Leader in Mumbai, Maharashtra, explains how play is central to early childhood learning. When intentional and well-designed, play is a strong path for children’s growth and development. Through meaningful play, children build confidence, resilience, and critical thinking. Play bridges classroom learning with the real world. In my…
Teachers, not polling officers
Let government school teachers teach. Across India, government school teachers are routinely pulled away from classrooms for election polling, Booth Level Officer (BLO) work, census surveys, SIR exercises, and other administrative duties. While these tasks may be important for governance, the question is simple: at what cost to education? This problem affects mainly government school…
Building speaking confidence
Neetu Singh, Educator at Gems School of Excellence, Gems Education India, Lucknow, UP, explains that good communication is the main key to understanding and being understood by others. It allows us to share our thoughts effectively, listen to others, and work together efficiently. Strong communication skills can lead to better relationships both in personal life…
Teaching Swimming – Stop Selling Speed. Start Teaching Safety
Shaik Zia Ur Rehman, IB PSPE Educator, Srinidhi International School, Hyderabad, Telangana, explains why swimming education must prioritise survival skills over quick results. He points out that water can be fun and refreshing to everyone, especially the youngsters, but it must always be approached with great care. Good swimming training should combine technique with safety…
NLP: A tool for better teaching
Shubhangi Raajput, Principal, Tapovan Vidya Vihar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, explains about unlocking the power of the mind in classrooms where every student has the potential to be successful when their mind is guided in the right way. Unlocking the power of the mind in classrooms is important as it encourages curiosity, confidence, and active learning. NLP-based…