Reflections: Masterclass Saturday 1st February 2025

Chapter 13: Dawning at Doon: A Man Who Saw Tomorrow by Naga Tummala

Q1. Reflecting on Shomie Das's experience as a student at The Doon School, where education seamlessly blended learning with enjoyment, creating an impactful and lasting journey. How can you design your teaching approach to make learning an enjoyable, engaging, and memorable experience for your students?

Q2. As an educator, how can you create opportunities for students to develop essential leadership skills, such as teamwork, communication, and the ability to inspire and guide others?

Q3. The Honours Book recognised good behaviour, academic performance, and exam results. In today's context, how can you create systems of recognition that motivate students holistically, including their character, creativity, and collaboration skills? 

Q4. Students often struggle to see the relevance of their education. How can you adapt your teaching strategies to make learning more meaningful and connected to real-life applications?

We are taking break on the 8th of February 2025; there will be no class.

We read on the 15th of February, The Magic Of Metors Chapter 14 from Shomie Das: The Man Who Saw Tomorrow by Naga Tummala.

 

This week, we open the reading of the book My Good School by Sandeep Dutt every Friday at 2.:20 PM; check out the details on the WhatsApp Group of The Teacher's Academy.

Read more about the book at: https://sdutt.com/book-review

What Makes a School- Mizan Ali

"Where minds are moulded, and futures are forged."

A school is not merely a physical space; it is an intellectual sanctuary where the seeds of potential are sown and cultivated. It is the confluence of knowledge, character, and purpose where young minds are honed, and hearts are enriched. A school does not simply teach facts — it imparts wisdom, fosters critical thinking, and encourages self-discovery.

Within its halls, failures become lessons, questions spark exploration, and ambitions take flight. The classrooms echo the spirit of inquiry, collaboration, and perseverance. Teachers become architects of thought, mentors of morality, and catalysts for change. Friendships are forged, values are instilled, and resilience is built, preparing students to navigate the world's complexities beyond its gates.

A school transcends the confines of curricula; it becomes a beacon of transformation, where education is not just a process but a lifelong pursuit. It moulds citizens who are knowledgeable, compassionate, adaptable, and visionary. In shaping minds, a school ultimately shapes the future of humanity itself.

Mizan Ali 

Sunbeam Indiranagar