The Purpose of Science and Math Education The major subjects that school teach are Science and Math. Both these subjects are considered very important. But they can only be important if we know what a science/math education is? Why it is important? And how to teach them in the correct, effective manner. The School as[…]
What is Creativity? The word creativity is often used, but how much of it is understood? In this blog post I shall try to explore creativity generally then psychologically and then neurologically. The concept of creativity is ideally thought along the line of arts, and especially in the fine arts. But that might not necessarily[…]
The common myth: As a consultant and a subject matter expert, I always like people who are businessman and those who aspire to be a businessman to talk about the BUSINESS. Having said that, I have come across people who dearly wanted to do business, but have no idea about “What is Business?” A friend[…]
The productivity conundrum: I was speaking with a friend yesterday. We met after a quite a bit of time and I was enquiring about his job and how things are going professionally? He described the happenings in the office as “Bottomless Pit”. He said how much ever he and his team are working, things are[…]
What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is a process to be aware of this moment. It is a process in which you accept your life, I.e. this moment without any judgment. Most people views the present moment as three different things. One, they view it as means to an end. That is present moment as a passport[…]
The way to conquer the Engineering studies: There is a huge difference between studying and learning. Engineering studies rely heavily on the art of learning. If one is not mastering the art of learning, it is going to be very difficult for him to pursue Engineering studies. The way engineering is being taught adds the[…]
The drastic change in 21st century education: The school system had been here for the last 2 and half centuries and it has a reason for it. But the dawn of 21st century has brought new challenges in the way we look into the concept called education. One key aspect that is propelling 21st century[…]
A story: There is one old story in Buddhism about knowledge. A man had to cross a river which has no bridge. The man is so determined to cross the river as he has to embark an important journey. He saw a big piece of log lying on ground. He went in search of some sharp[…]
The current mindset: I often get a chance to meet students of different discipline as I am a soft skills trainer. I meet them to give a keynote speech about their career perspectives and about the opportunities they have in this great emerging country. I happen to meet all types of students who do B.A.[…]
The 21st century learning Challenge: The Students of the 21st century have to develop some of the important skills if they have to survive and thrive in the market economy and the society as in. They are the future leaders and so they have to have multiple source of learning. The key point is all are[…]
I had a stroll with my friend in the park full of trees. The conversation took many turns and at one point we were discussing about positive attitude. I am not very clear about that word. Does it mean we should be positive on all the tough times? If it is so, how much[…]
I meet pupils who are in the final and pre-final year students in engineering colleges; I used to ask them one simple question. What if I give you, say an Rs.1900? Per month, what would you do with that? I keep on listening to a set of patterned answers which have two to three options.[…]
The most interesting and intriguing moment in a human’s life is when he has to take / make decisions. Taking /Making decision is actually easier thing when said than done. Many of us can recall moments where we felt the wave of nervousness, fatigue and uncertainty when we are asked to be in charge of[…]
The number of engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu is mind boggling. Some hold this number accountable for the decline in the stream of expertise in the field of Engineering. The argument they put forward is the process of producing so many engineering students, happened just for one booming industry in the modern India. The[…]
I am always an evangelist to the concept of 21st century Education. The 21st century learning is different from 21st century Education. I am not speaking about the skill called learning, but the concept called Education. The Education as a system has remind as it is now for more than 3 centuries. If we[…]
Mr. Nobody turned 40 by august 2017. The resolution he took on his birthday is to learn transcendental meditation or transcendental consciousness training. He gave a reason that his mind is always running with numerous thoughts, that is bothering him so much and hence he need to find a way to calm his mind. He[…]