Edu Research & Insights

A couple who leaned towards alternative education started a Journey with ‘Sarang’ alternative school initiative. As government school teachers, they were themselves disillusioned with the limitations of formal education. And what next, They quit the job to fulfill Sarang dream. They dreamt of a school environment that is close to reality- open, democratic and with fluid boundaries. What if I say, this is your classroom... The kids at Sarang introduced to each other not as classmates, but as brothers and sisters. What do they learn with?- A barren land. How big is the classroom/learning Lab?- Its onnnnlllyyy, 12 Acres. Where it is located?- Attappady, near Palakkad, Kerala, India. At this alternative learning area, ‘There were very few trees, and the only water source had dried out completely. But this would be a perfect place for the children to learn about life and survival’. Where is my food?- All vegetables, fruits, and grains that were needed fo

Today when I look back at what I learned during my formidable days of schooling, I see the so called punishments from my be loved teachers as great learning in life, for example : 1. Stand up on the bench - Take a holistic view, look at the big picture 2. Stand with hands up - Aim high, reach higher 3. Stand facing the wall - Introspection 4. Stand outside the class - Learn through observation, take a world view 5. Kneel down - Humility 6. Murga Bano - Physical endurance 7. Clean the blackboard - Forget and forgive, start with a fresh slate 8. Finger on your lips - boast less 9. Hold your ears - listen more 10. Touch your toes - Be flexible 11. Write down a line 25 times - work towards perfection 12. Detained after school - Dont join the rat race...be exclusive. Perspective matters.. Source: received through WhatsApp Message