Today, we are witnessing industries undergoing a disruption with a rapid convergence of technologies. These constant changes are making competencies in workforce go obsolete leaving lifelong learning as the only feasible option. On the other side, the Gen Z has a set of unique behavioural attributes which is shaping the needs of education industry and pushing them to develop ways to deal with them.
New-age teaching experts believe that learning a concept from a textbook does not effectively explain it or facilitate easy comprehension. For example, certain subjects or concepts can be better understood through laboratory experiments, field trips, and three dimensional (3D) models, etc. AR/VR technologies thus introduce immersive and interactive experiences in the classroom to facilitate learning and knowledge retention.
Documentary films serve as a great digital and visual craft made to understand and unearth historical events of significance, past tragic occurrences, biographies and profound truths. There cannot be a better way of gaining knowledge especially in this digital era. Here’s a look at the top 5 documentary films of all time:
Makara Sankranti - the first harvest festival of the Gregorian calendar year - is celebrated with much merriment and enthusiasm across India. Makara Sankranti marks the entry of the sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn) according to the solar cycles and is celebrated under different names — Makara Sankranti in Central India, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Maghi in Punjab etc. Various spiritual practices are observed, delicacies are prepared and kids and adults alike indulge in the fun activity of kite flying in several parts of India. Let's take a look at how the festival is celebrated across various parts of the country:
Come new year and it is time again to renew some old resolves. Most of our resolutions fail because they are difficult to follow. Hence it is better to set some realistic, doable goals that can be attained. And health being the most important aspect of our lives, this new year why not make some easy to follow health resolutions like the ones we've listed here?
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is observed all around the world today (January 13) by the Sikh community as the birthday of their tenth and last spiritual Guru Gobind Singh (1666-1708 C.E.). The saint was the founder of the Khalsa warrior community and is popularly known as the Warrior Saint. He is also fondly remembered as a poet and philosopher.
India's great spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda's contribution to spreading awareness about the Hindu religion and Vedanta in foreign shores cannot be overemphasised. He introduced Indian philosophies and held public and private lectures in the United States, England and Europe. A strong disciple of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Vivekananda, became a sanyasi at a young age and devoted his life for the betterment of humanity. On the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda which is commemorated as the National Youth Day in his honour we bring to you some aspects of Swami Vivekananda’s life:
Today, the nation marks the 53rd death anniversary of India's second prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. On January 11, 1966 Shastri succumbed to a massive cardiac arrest in Tashkent just a day after the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965 formally ended with the signing of the Tashkent Agreement.
Sports education is steadily gaining ground in India and we have undoubtedly moved a notch higher in the global sports arena by bagging a total of 66 medals including 26 golds in the recently held Commonwealth Games 2018. In order to promote budding talent and provide world class sports training facilities in the country, several Indian sportspersons have promoted institutions which strive to make professional training in various sporting disciplines accessible to children and youth from all sections of the society. Here's a look at some of these sports training institutions promoted by India's sports legends:
Since the turn of the 21st century, India's K-12 education landscape, long overshadowed by central and state government regulated public schools, has been witnessing a steady transformation with the entry of private players. Over the past two decades, these private day schools have become a popular choice among India's burgeoning middle class households notably because of the high quality education they offer vis-a-vis government schools. Besides raising the standards and quality of K-12 education in the country, private players have also been playing a significant role in educating the masses of India.
According to a piece published in Oikos Worldviews Journal titled, 'Savitribai and India's Conversation on Education', "(Savitribai Phule). If you are an educated Indian woman, you owe her. If you are an Indian schoolgirl reading this chapter in English, you owe her. If you are an educated international desi woman, you owe her."
Most of us as parents feel our children are not utilizing their potential and not giving their best. We often make statements like you could do better, you should have paid more attention, you should have practiced more and similar phrases, Sushant Kalra, founder, Parwarish - Workshops for Parents, Teachers and Children tells what is the better alternative to make children achieve their full potential.
A common grievance of interviewees who have failed to make the cut is that they consider themselves as having performed well in the technical rounds of the hiring process. They knew the answers to the most complicated of technical questions, yet, were all at sea over where they went wrong. Candidates often forget that mere technical knowledge is inadequate to crack an interview. In the ever-evolving job market, soft skills help one stand out from the competition.
Another year has passed by and we have witnessed a maelstrom of news stories that dominated the headlines across all media. We bring to you such events that made major news headlines and shook the nation.
During vacations, children indulge in free play most of the time and can get hungry really soon. With New Year around, sweet cravings are also high. Here are some healthy desserts to gratify their cravings by browsing their recipes on the Internet and YouTube and there is always scope for customisation:
Unlike us, our children have a huge plethora of choices and privileges in every area of life. Add to this the steadily rising competition at school and play, early exposure to popular culture and social media and we've got a perfect breeding ground for all kinds of stress. Yes, the present generation of kids are the most stressed out despite all the material comfort and sense of entitlement they grow up with.
Several cities in the world are identified by their magnificent skyscrapers that stand tall and proud amidst buzzing urban activity. Besides serving as geographical landmarks, skyscrapers are the most visible sign of a city's economic prosperity and a token of the aspirations of its citizens such as ambition, freedom and hope.
Sustainability is a booming field today with several lucrative career opportunities. Sustainability professionals basically promote protection of the environment and social responsibility. Here is a list of the flourishing sustainability jobs of the next decade.
With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, children are all upbeat and making exciting plans for the holidays. With so much activity going on - relishing the Christmas goodies, exchanging gifts and visiting friends - they are bound to get tired and long for some relaxing ‘couch’ time with their favourite movies. We bring to you some of the all-time favourite animated movies that will add to the festive fervour this Christmas; here is our pick of the 10 best Christmas themed animated movies:
With only a week left for Christmas, we are all keen to deck up our homes with Christmas trees laden with cute decorations, stars and cribs. While it’s tempting to buy fancy ready-made decors available in the market, most of us also like to enhance the beauty of our homes with theme/colour based decoratives. We bring ten such creative ideas to try this Christmas.
This is the season to be merry and to look our best, with healthy and glowing skin. But with winter and cold winds blowing skin bound to get dry and flaky, although some of us battle dry skin problems year round resulting in shedding bucks on attractively packed expensive creams and moisturisers. The best way to combat dry skin is by eating the right food that is rich in vitamins and consuming lots of water. Here are seven healthy food for dry skin.
The part that I have always cherished as an educator for the last three decades is interacting with students. Each student is like a snowflake that is unique, unmatched, different and each of them has a bearing which intrigues and inspires. Walking into classrooms is therapeutic for me because it is that fertile space where knowledge is cultivated and minds are enriched. However in this field you often come across students with questions that compel you to think what is education? Recently, as I walked into one of the Math classes in my school, I noticed a student looking unconvinced about what was being taught. As I approached him, I could sense that he is pretending to hear and understand what the teacher was saying. I asked him to come out and meet me and as I started my discussion with him, I could sense that the teacher had clearly not connected the topic well for children to understand its relevance.
Most of us presume that prisons are meant for serving severe punishments. While this is true, several prisons are actually hell on earth and are in very bad shape for various reasons that include the poor sanitation facilities, contagious diseases, gang violence, abuse from guards and many more. While only few prisons have come to light, with such conditions, the fact cannot be negated that there could many more. We bring you a list of the most barbaric and brutal prisons across the world.
Bored during quarantine? Here are 10 fun and amazing riddles for kids to keep them occupied and help in developing their critical thinking skills. How many can your child solve?
Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India Agni V is a long range surface-to-surface nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile part of the Agni series of missiles. Agni V was launched at Dr Abdul Kalam Island in the Bay of Bengal on 10 December 2018 at 1.30 p.m. from the ITR with the help of a mobile launcher from launch pad-4 of the ITR. Here's what you need to know about the missile:
Education is an important part of an individual’s life. It not only helps to kick-start a flourishing career but also widens the mental horizon and adds a glean to one's personality. Students today are readily opting for higher education in a foreign destination. However, the plethora of options and too many choices make this dream a challenge for many to achieve. Foreign universities offer a variety of courses at undergraduate level but a student aiming for international education should consider several factors while choosing a university. These factors include languages known, budget, aptitude, suitable culture and future plans. Many students become a victim of incomplete research and end up getting admission in a university of less credibility.
Education being a seamless exchange of interchanging knowledge and character is not limited to only homework and classroom. It assembles one's identity and holds power to transform capabilities into abilities for students. Co-curricular activities are activities that go hand-in-hand with the classroom curriculum thereby augmenting the overall development of the child.
Of the seven billion people inhabiting the planet, 15 percent—which accounts for one billion people—live with some form of disability. Unfortunately, 100 million of them are children. While 80 percent of the differently abled people live in developing countries, 50 percent of them cannot afford healthcare. In an effort to empower them, increase their inclusivity and accessibility, the United Nations observes International Day of Persons with Disability on December 3.
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