Monica Khanna, IB-PYP Coordinator II, Curriculum Coordinator-K12 II, Design thinking practitioner, Indus International School, Bangalore says that the rise of AI is reshaping education, requiring educators to adapt to new roles, challenges, and opportunities. With changing expectations from students and parents, staying aligned with the times has become essential, and by embracing unlearning and relearning,…
Category: Voices in Education
Perspectives from educators and change-makers.
Children learn in different ways
Chitra Venkatesan, Principal, Indo Scott School, based at Pune, explains how in a classroom, students learn in different ways, and why teachers need to use many teaching strategies. These strategies make lessons easier to understand and more fun. From lectures and visuals to group work and projects, each method helps students learn in their own…
Becoming strong by speaking kindly
Poornima Sasidharan is a trainer who teaches people important life skills, tells stories to help others, and has many years of experience as an English professor. She talks about why it’s important for children to be strong and bounce back from problems, and how parents and teachers can help. Using real-life stories and simple tips,…
Feeling good in school
Dhanya C is a teacher who works with young students. She talks about why it’s important for children to feel happy and safe in school. She shares easy tips for teachers, parents, and counsellors to help kids be kind, stay strong, and balance schoolwork with having a good life. Emotional well-being is the heart of…
Importance of listening
Seema Gangrade, a seasoned Spoken English Coach, highlights how active and empathetic listening can transform communication, build trust, and foster stronger relationships. Through practical tips and thoughtful reflections, she teaches readers to master this vital skill in both personal and professional spheres. In a world full of noise, truly listening has become a rare and…
How to write good academic research papers
Vinayak Arali, a research scholar at Yenepoya University, emphasizes the importance of accurate citations in scholarly work and introduces Mendeley as a practical, user-friendly tool to simplify reference management. Arali explains why citations matter, how Mendeley streamlines the process, and offers step-by-step guidance for integrating it into academic writing. Manually compiling references can consume hours…