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Education

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May 13, 2021
Good intentions are not enough
In an effort to ‘bring change’ to a school, a young professional fails to consider the perspectives of one of the most important stakeholders—its teachers.
by Itishree Behera | 5 min read
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April 27, 2021
Inclusive education for children with disabilities during COVID-19
Why inclusive education practices for children with disabilities may be under threat in a post-pandemic India.
by Dr Kirthika Rajaraman, Nivedita Krishna | 6 min read
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April 14, 2021
Creative protest and play: What can they teach us?
By using play we can find space to protest, and do it legitimately. And in doing so, potentially change something in the world around us.
by Havovi Wadia | 5 min read
Students wearing uniforms sitting on benches next to each other writing-board exams
March 17, 2021
Reform board exams to improve learning outcomes
The Indian education system needs to move towards testing conceptual understanding rather than rote learning in its board exams.
by Doug Johnson, Suvojit Chattopadhyay | 4 min read
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March 5, 2021
The need to invest in vocational training
A look into the challenges faced by blue-collar workers during this pandemic shows us why we need to build on the momentum of the NEP and invest in skill development.
by Annette Francis | 5 min read
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February 12, 2021
India urgently needs an EdTech policy
Given the emphasis placed on technology in NEP 2020, it might be time to introduce an EdTech policy that allows for personalised and customised learning.
by Laxman P Joshi | 6 min read
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January 19, 2021
Learning outside the classroom
Ensuring learning for children on the wrong side of the digital divide.
by Smita Agarwal | 4 min read
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December 9, 2020
The devil is in the details
The National Education Policy 2020 could transform early childhood education, if it is implemented effectively.
by Nilesh Nimkar | 7 min read
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December 7, 2020
Dismantling the information gap
A day in the life of a grassroots activist who is on a mission to promote constitutional literacy, and ensure that education is accessible to all.
by Navendu Mishra | 6 min read
Woman talking with young professionals sitting around a table
November 24, 2020
Seek and you shall find
A day in the life of a student relationship manager in Varanasi, who equips young people with the skills required to be employed, especially during a pandemic.
by Sonali Singh | 6 min read
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