(The hardest word in English isn’t supercalifragilisticexpialidocious — it’s just “NO”) I’ve taught Maths for over a two decade — linear equations, quadratic heartbreaks, geometry with sharp angles and sharper students.But the biggest calculation I ever did wasn’t on paper. It was figuring out how many favours I could give before my sanity turned into […]
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In many schools today, experiential learning has become synonymous with “doing.” Students paint posters, build models, participate in games—and teachers often consider the learning complete. But here’s the hard truth: activity is happening at one end, and learning is expected at the other. The bridge that connects the two is often missing. What’s missing? Meaning.
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As birdsong dances through the morning air and trees sway gently in rhythm with the breeze, we’re reminded that the environment isn’t just something “out there”—it’s something we create every single day. Not just with bricks and buildings, but with the thoughts we nurture, the choices we make, and the consciousness we cultivate. On this
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Embarking on a new career—whether you’re fresh out of education, shifting industries, or returning to work after a break—can feel like standing at a crossroads without a map. You know you want something more: purpose, fulfilment, stability. Yet, the path forward seems muddied by self-doubt, conflicting advice, and an overwhelming number of options. You’re not
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In today’s AI-enabled workplace, a new leadership challenge has quietly emerged — the illusion of performance. Everything appears flawless: PowerPoint decks are slick. KPIs are colour-coded and aligned with strategy. Performance reviews read like success stories. Automated reports and AI-assisted documentation are immaculate. But the daily operations? The client calls, the team huddles, the actual
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When I began my journey as an educator, little did I know that one of my biggest lessons would come, not from the classroom, but from a conversation with a student who said — “Ma’am, our school called a career counselor today. They told us how amazing BBA and BCom are and how we should
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As a math teacher with years of experience, I’ve taught hundreds of students. Not all aced my subject — and not all struggled either. Some were naturally inclined towards numbers, while others brought brilliance to fields beyond the classroom. This blog is inspired by two students who left a mark on me: Naina and Saurabh.
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In today’s rapidly evolving world — shaped by AI, increasing academic pressures, and a growing recognition of neurodiversity — a silent revolution is taking place in Indian classrooms. The role of the shadow teacher, once obscure, is now gaining visibility as a vital part of modern education. What is a Shadow Teacher? A shadow teacher
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In the halls of academia, who truly stands tall—The one who writes papers, or the one who answers the call? The researcher climbs, with grants in hand,Citations grow, applause is grand. While in a classroom down the lane,A teacher gives, with little gain.Hearts inspired, minds set free—Yet no spotlight, no victory. One is funded, praised,
The Chalk and the Citation: A Tale of Two Heroes Read More »
India’s school education system is witnessing a silent shift—private schools now educate more than 50% of school-going children, even though government schools are meant to provide free education under the Right to Education (RTE) Act. According to the Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE+) 2021-22, out of over 25 crore students in India, about
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