As teachers and house parents, we observe on a daily basis words and actions that indicate sensitivity, intelligence, fellowship, kindness, conviviality, respect, humour, responsibility, creativity, thoughtfulness and so on. At the same time, we observe insensitivity, rudeness, arrogance, harassment
Teaching History and Civics in Challenging Times Read Post »
“To learn not to repeat the mistakes of the past.” “To understand human behaviour.” “To understand the present, why things are the way they are.”…
What do I Teach when I Teach History? Read Post »
A school counsellor asks children of two different classes at Rajghat Besant School to describe in one word their emotions upon returning from a field trip. At the end of the monsoon, Class 9 had gone to Uttarakhand, enjoying the natural beauty, hiking, and physical challenges. They respond with wor…
An Immersive Experience in Rural Rajasthan: Unforeseen Learnings Read Post »
