Teaching research skills

In the current competitive scenario, Indian science teachers need to go all out and provide research experiences for children in the classroom. This is best done by bringing about a shift in teaching practices. Developing a scientific attitude and thinking pattern in students is of utmost importance.

Earth images, Earth stories

More often than not, our geography lessons get confined to the atlas. The Earth is a living planet and it has a story to tell. If we teach geography through stories and images, it will become a fun subject for all children.

The wrath of Nature

History or myth, both are replete with accounts of disasters that have destroyed entire cities and even civilizations. This article describes a few of these events.

The bard in modern times

Shakespeare was not just a playwright or a dramatist. He was a timeless philosopher whose relevance is beyond literature. So, how can a teacher introduce Shakespeare to a child in these modern times? This lesson plan throws light on how role playing and discussion can make Shakespeare thoroughly enjoyable.

Simple machines at work

Movies as a pedagogical tool? Yes, Physics can be taught using several film clippings. This article gives some examples of how clippings from the movie ‘Home alone’ can be used to explain a chapter on Simple Machines.

Understanding Sanskrit

Sanskrit does not really require long hours of study. It is also possible to use the language in everyday communication.

Recession – A Keynesian perspective

Why did the Great Depression or the recent Great Recession happen? Are these two particular events part of a regular business cycle? Are there ways to take precaution against such events? We revisit the topic of recession in this article.

Reading between the lines

Comprehension–a simple yet difficult skill to develop. How does one teach comprehension? What is the idea behind comprehension exercises in grammar? Are comprehension passages just aimed at children providing answers after reading the given text? This article answers all these questions.