Quick recap
Minakshi coordinated the start of the meeting and ensured the teachers from JDS were joining, while Sandeep discussed the importance of teachers being visible and engaged in their learning sessions. Sandeep emphasised the challenges of change management, especially in schools, and stressed the importance of valuing teachers and reframing teaching as a sought-after profession. He also discussed the importance of reflection and commented on challenges faced by teachers and the need for personal and social development in students facilitated through experiential learning and mentorship.
Next steps
• All teachers are to read the chapter "Why teachers are averse to change" from Sandeep Dutt's book My Good School.
• All teachers should reflect on the challenges they face as teachers and why they might be averse to change.
• All teachers must write reflections and comments on the blog post about "Why teachers are averse to change".
• All teachers to email or WhatsApp their thoughts and reflections to Sandeep Dutt.
• All teachers are to participate in the Saturday Master Class at 5:30 PM and Sunday "My Good School" session at 10:30 AM.
• All teachers should focus on experiential learning and encourage students to participate in activities beyond the syllabus.
• All teachers should identify and nurture students' passions in service, skill, sport, and study.
• JDS School and Arthur Foot Academy teachers to join the next Friday session at 1:40 PM for the entire month of March.
• All teachers must suggest chapters they want to be covered in future sessions via the WhatsApp group.
Emphasising Teacher Visibility and Adaptation
Sandeep emphasised the importance of teachers being visible and engaged in their learning sessions. He encouraged them to use cameras during classes to improve their connection with students. Sandeep also discussed teachers' challenges when adapting to change, using the metaphor of seasons to illustrate the need for change in their profession. He highlighted the challenges of change management, especially in schools, and shared his observations from 2 champion schools, Jds and Arthur Foote Academy, which were struggling to adapt. He stressed the importance of accepting the moment as a challenge and adapting to it.
Valuing Teachers in India's Education System
Sandeep discussed valuing teachers and reframing teaching as a sought-after profession. He highlighted teachers' challenges, including a lack of appreciation, outdated curriculum, and limited resources. He emphasised the need for teachers to be innovators, free thinkers, and learners, and to see every child as having the potential to be an Einstein. Sandeep also suggested the idea of an India Education Service to value teachers as service providers, not just school employees. He concluded by expressing his optimism about young people wanting to become teachers and the need for change in the education system.
Discussing Reflection, Challenges, and Knowledge
In the meeting, Sandeep emphasised the importance of reflection and commented on the challenges faced by teachers. Neeraj discussed the difficulties of communication barriers and knowledge gaps in teaching. They also discussed a book reading session starting on February 7th, focusing on chapter 7. Sandeep encouraged participants to share their thoughts and challenges via email or WhatsApp and stressed the importance of accumulating knowledge to adapt to change.
Overcoming Aversion to Change and Building Relationships
Sandeep discussed the importance of adapting to change and overcoming aversion to it. He emphasised the role of building relationships and confidence in overcoming these challenges. Sandeep encouraged participants to read and reflect on the topic and to ask questions for better understanding. He also mentioned the availability of helpful articles on the blog for further learning.
Developing Students Through Experiential Learning
Sandeep emphasised the importance of students' personal and social development and encouraged teachers to use experiential learning and mentorship to facilitate this growth. He urged teachers to overcome their resistance to change and start reflecting on their practices, even if it's just through a voice note or drawing. Sandeep reminded everyone that they have only five weeks left and to think critically after each session.
New Meeting Schedule Confirmed for March
The team also confirmed they would attend the meeting next Friday at 2:20 PM and for the rest of the month.
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