Tag: Learning & Teaching

Learning and teaching are two sides of the same coin, with learning referring to the process of acquiring knowledge and skills, and teaching being the act of facilitating that process. Both are essential for human development and progress.

Where the Red Earth Teaches: The Quiet Revolution of Malati Murmu

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Muse & Musings9 Comments

In the village of Jilingseling, West Bengal, Malati Murmu, a determined woman, has established a school in her humble mud house amidst significant challenges. Despite lacking institutional support and resources, she educates tribal children in their native Santali language, fostering cultural identity and empowerment. Her grassroots efforts have garnered recognition from scholars, highlighting her role in transforming rural education. Malati represents the essence of inclusive learning, advocating for every child's right to education. Let us not forget her. Let us not fail her.

Embracing Change: India’s New National Education Policy & Thinking Outside the Box

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Muse & Musings12 Comments

The Indian Union Cabinet approved the National Education Policy (NEP) on August 5, 2020, aiming to revolutionize education with a focus on critical thinking and creativity. The NEP encourages unconventional problem-solving methods, exemplified by a student's response to a physics exam question. This policy aims to foster innovation, multidisciplinary learning, and flexibility, preparing students for the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Saraswati: The Goddess of Knowledge & Creativity

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Cultural Currents12 Comments

Saraswati (also Sarasvati) is the Hindu goddess of learning, wisdom, music, and aesthetics. She is also known as Bharati (eloquence), Shatarupa (existence), Vedamata (‘mother of the Vedas’), Brahmi, Sarada, Vagisvari, and Putkari. Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and arts, represents the free flow of wisdom and consciousness. Saraswati represents vak or the divine word, but the same inspiration she reflects extends to all Hindu goddesses as arising from chit-shakti, the power of consciousness.