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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A Wake-Up Call for India We say “teaching is the mother of all professions.”But like many mothers, teachers too are overworked, underappreciated, and forgotten. I’ve taught for 25 years. Twenty-five years of nurturing, guiding, staying up late to prepare lessons, waking up early to inspire young minds. In all this time, not once has a …
“School education isn’t just about grades—it’s about raising kind, emotionally strong, and thoughtful humans. Life skills are learning. Miss that, and we miss the whole point.” The Alarming Rise in Student Suicides In 2022, India witnessed 13,044 student suicides, a figure that has remained distressingly consistent over the years. Between 2013 and 2022, student suicides …
Beyond Grades: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in Indian Classrooms Read More »
“In the effort to give students wings to fly, have we forgotten to give them roots to grow?” It’s a question we need to ask — urgently and honestly. Step into a modern-day classroom, and you’ll see a teacher who’s no longer just teaching — they’re treading carefully. Every word is measured. Every correction comes …
Wings Without Roots: Rethinking Discipline in Modern Education Read More »
CBSE is going full throttle on NEP 2020. From competency-based learning to teacher training modules, the framework is tightening its grip—on paper at least. But here’s the kicker: it’s the private, self-financed schools that are scrambling to meet these expectations. Despite limited resources, these schools stretch themselves—checking boxes, organizing workshops, staging events, and hustling for …
NEP’s “Light But Tight” Vision: Time to Turn the Spotlight on Government Schools Read More »
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, two students in Kota have tragically taken their lives in just 24 hours, bringing the total number of suicides in the city to six this month alone. With 17 suicides reported last year, the situation in Kota, a hub for coaching centers, is becoming increasingly alarming. These numbers paint …
The Growing Crisis of Student Suicides in Kota: A Wake-Up Call for Education Reform Read More »
In 2006, I started my first EdTech initiative, Project Handsfree for Teachers. My goal was ambitious yet simple: to revolutionize the way teachers approached remedial and advanced learning. The idea was to take these sessions out of the traditional classroom and into a computer lab where students could engage in online study. This would free …
EdTech Insights: Turning Setbacks into Opportunities from Project Handsfree Read More »
Ah, schools—the hallowed grounds where minds blossom, friendships flourish, and futures are forged. But beneath the façade of academic glory often lurks a neglected underbelly: the washroom. Yes, the unsung—and usually unseen—hero of any great institution. Imagine stepping into a school that screams excellence in its hallways but whispers negligence in its washrooms. It’s like …
Clean Washrooms: The Unsung Curriculum of Good Schools Read More »
