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Reimagining Indian Education - India Needs a Revolution in Education, Reforms Won’t Do
How many adults use quadratic equations in their daily life or even at work?
And yet every student is expected to master 3 or more methods of solving quadratic equations. Given that many students struggle with Mathematics basics in the first place, mastering multiple ways of solving quadratic equations without even knowing the applications, and without any real life application as adults, is symptomatic of the issues plaguing the Indian education system.
India can't just afford to talk about educational reforms, it needs to bring about a revolution in education, otherwise it will miss the much needed demographic dividend. The revolution in education requires us to rethink the fundamental goal posts of education, especially in the 21st century, where the right skills and attitudes are far more valuable than the ability to memorise disconnected facts.
The only way skills and attitudes can be taught effectively is if content is reduced heavily across grade levels and assessments test skills rather than the ability to memorise information. A fundamentally new pedagogical and regulatory approach is needed to ensure that all Indian students are equipped to handle the demands of the 21st Century. Reimagining Indian Education is an attempt to redefine Indian education.
And yet every student is expected to master 3 or more methods of solving quadratic equations. Given that many students struggle with Mathematics basics in the first place, mastering multiple ways of solving quadratic equations without even knowing the applications, and without any real life application as adults, is symptomatic of the issues plaguing the Indian education system.
India can't just afford to talk about educational reforms, it needs to bring about a revolution in education, otherwise it will miss the much needed demographic dividend. The revolution in education requires us to rethink the fundamental goal posts of education, especially in the 21st century, where the right skills and attitudes are far more valuable than the ability to memorise disconnected facts.
The only way skills and attitudes can be taught effectively is if content is reduced heavily across grade levels and assessments test skills rather than the ability to memorise information. A fundamentally new pedagogical and regulatory approach is needed to ensure that all Indian students are equipped to handle the demands of the 21st Century. Reimagining Indian Education is an attempt to redefine Indian education.
362 pages, Paperback
Published May 3, 2023
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May 25, 2023
The title of this book literally gives it away. The book is a lengthy commentary on the education system, I mean not really, it goes much further than that. While reading, one might feel that the author has just put out rants in the form of a book, but no, that's not the case, there's a level of research in there. As a reader, I could understand where the author was coming from, and I think as readers that's really important to understand. The author has done well to take inspiration from his lived experiences and convert them into meaningful suggestions.
I mostly agree with author's observation regarding the kind of educational institutions we have in our country. It has not been changed for decades and there's no scope that it might change. The education system hasn't evolved with time at all, this point is brought across very nicely when the author talks about teaching practical skills to the students.
Everything else from corruption to political correctness to manipulation and it's methods, each of is covered extensively.
Overall I'd say that this book is very bold one indeed. Author has expressed his views fully. For me this book is a definite 5 star read.
I mostly agree with author's observation regarding the kind of educational institutions we have in our country. It has not been changed for decades and there's no scope that it might change. The education system hasn't evolved with time at all, this point is brought across very nicely when the author talks about teaching practical skills to the students.
Everything else from corruption to political correctness to manipulation and it's methods, each of is covered extensively.
Overall I'd say that this book is very bold one indeed. Author has expressed his views fully. For me this book is a definite 5 star read.
May 26, 2023
In a world where the walls of classrooms confine the imagination, "Reimagining Indian Education" by Vardan Kabra offers a beacon of hope and a call for a revolution in the realm of learning. Author's insightful book challenges the traditional norms of education, urging us to envision an educational landscape that prepares students for the complexities of real-life.
Drawing upon his own experiences and observations, Kabra emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift. He advocates for a curriculum that goes beyond rote memorization, emphasizing practical skills and critical thinking. With eloquence and conviction, the author argues that true intelligence lies not in regurgitating information but in the ability to apply knowledge creatively.
"Reimagining Indian Education" invites readers to question the status quo and imagine a system that fosters innovation and holistic growth. Kabra's ideas are a breath of fresh air, offering a roadmap to transform education in India. It is a must-read for those seeking to shape the future of education, as it sparks dialogue and opens doors to transformational possibilities.
Drawing upon his own experiences and observations, Kabra emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift. He advocates for a curriculum that goes beyond rote memorization, emphasizing practical skills and critical thinking. With eloquence and conviction, the author argues that true intelligence lies not in regurgitating information but in the ability to apply knowledge creatively.
"Reimagining Indian Education" invites readers to question the status quo and imagine a system that fosters innovation and holistic growth. Kabra's ideas are a breath of fresh air, offering a roadmap to transform education in India. It is a must-read for those seeking to shape the future of education, as it sparks dialogue and opens doors to transformational possibilities.
May 29, 2023
Reimagining Indian Education is an insightful and phenomenal writing that sheds light upon the revolution necessary in Indian education system to improve the career of the students and educationists. The book revolves around an exceedingly informative and crucial concept of transforming Indian education in such a way that it's more in practical life in order to let others excel more through what they are getting to learn. One can come accross some of the minor instances including Quadratic Equations to some of the other major instances to signify the importance of bringing an improved change in Indian education system.
This book can be a motivation as well as an immense comment upon the importance of such an education where students get to learn life rather than just to memorize for the sake of excelling only in educational field. The Author has aptly tried to derive education to life when it comes to excel even in one's life while getting educated.
Author had a well-established writing with an appropriate stage been given to this book which is one of the most important elements of this piece carrying a genuinely crucial message.
This book can be a motivation as well as an immense comment upon the importance of such an education where students get to learn life rather than just to memorize for the sake of excelling only in educational field. The Author has aptly tried to derive education to life when it comes to excel even in one's life while getting educated.
Author had a well-established writing with an appropriate stage been given to this book which is one of the most important elements of this piece carrying a genuinely crucial message.
May 26, 2023
We all have felt this at some point that our education is lacking the real life skills that we need to survive in this world. The education fails at many points to provide us with the much needed knowledge that is required to deal with real- life situations. In this book, the author has highlighted these points only and wants the readers to imagine a world in which we are being taught this knowledge in our education system as well. Many people fail at life but are great at studies. The reason behind this is the insufficient knowledge.
In this book, the author has given us some tips on how we can reform our educational system and bring some changes in the pattern of our own way of studying. I really liked this book and was able to learn a lot from it. I had a great time reading this book and I would definitely suggest this book to my fellow readers.
In this book, the author has given us some tips on how we can reform our educational system and bring some changes in the pattern of our own way of studying. I really liked this book and was able to learn a lot from it. I had a great time reading this book and I would definitely suggest this book to my fellow readers.
May 24, 2023
Vardan Kabra's book "Reimagining Indian Education - India Needs a Revolution in Education, Reforms Won't Do" provokes discussion and questions the situation of the Indian educational system today.
The author contends that a curriculum emphasising 21st-century abilities and attitudes should take the place of the emphasis on memorising facts and disjointed knowledge.
Kabra recommends limiting the amount of material taught in schools and changing exams to gauge students' practical skills rather than their capacity to memorise facts.
For anyone concerned in the future of education in India, this book provides a new viewpoint on the improvements that are urgently needed in Indian education.
The author contends that a curriculum emphasising 21st-century abilities and attitudes should take the place of the emphasis on memorising facts and disjointed knowledge.
Kabra recommends limiting the amount of material taught in schools and changing exams to gauge students' practical skills rather than their capacity to memorise facts.
For anyone concerned in the future of education in India, this book provides a new viewpoint on the improvements that are urgently needed in Indian education.
May 25, 2023
With meticulous research and insightful analysis, Kabra presents a compelling case for revolutionizing the traditional educational system. The author challenges the status quo by advocating for a curriculum that nurtures 21st-century skills, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Kabra emphasizes the importance of practical learning and reevaluating the methods used to assess students' intelligence. By incorporating a holistic and learner-centric approach, this book sets the stage for a much-needed educational revolution that has the potential to empower future generations and redefine the concept of education itself.
A must-read for educators, policymakers, and anyone passionate about shaping a brighter future for Indian education.
A must-read for educators, policymakers, and anyone passionate about shaping a brighter future for Indian education.
May 23, 2023
Have u ever wondered the way you were educated ? The education we are providing to our children? Are we happy the way we were prepared for our future? Do you really care about your kids and family?
This book will answer all your questions with facts, data and real life experiences of the education system now and how it actually must be.. A critically well explained the right education system for our kids- the real and past scenarios, not only from 1 perspective but from different perspectives from different stakeholders..
I highly recommend this book for everyone, which will provoke your thought process in the right direction..
This book will answer all your questions with facts, data and real life experiences of the education system now and how it actually must be.. A critically well explained the right education system for our kids- the real and past scenarios, not only from 1 perspective but from different perspectives from different stakeholders..
I highly recommend this book for everyone, which will provoke your thought process in the right direction..
May 27, 2023
The book has stretched the concept of education system so that we understand the biggest flaw in this system.The author manages to explain in explicit detail about the flaws in education system and how unknowingly and Indian's education system is heavily relying on ability to memorise disconnected facts.
It was an enhanging engaging and hard-hitting read and one think that it delivers information and pushes us to think, reflect and make decisions for yourself not that is shoved on you because of a faulty education system.The writing and language is easy and when talking about the book as whole it left quite an impact.
🌟🌟🌟🌟 stars for this effective read.
It was an enhanging engaging and hard-hitting read and one think that it delivers information and pushes us to think, reflect and make decisions for yourself not that is shoved on you because of a faulty education system.The writing and language is easy and when talking about the book as whole it left quite an impact.
🌟🌟🌟🌟 stars for this effective read.
May 29, 2023
In today's polychromic era, the education system of our country fails at many points to provide us with the much needed knowledge that is required to deal with real- life situations. In this book, the author has highlighted these points only and wants the readers to imagine a world in which we are being taught this knowledge in our education system as well.
Innovative reforms to the Indian education system could strengthen the talent and prospects of the country's next generation. We have to convert to an innovative and problem solving mindset and become a nation of job creators rather than job seekers and this will only happen when people will reimagine Indian Education..
Innovative reforms to the Indian education system could strengthen the talent and prospects of the country's next generation. We have to convert to an innovative and problem solving mindset and become a nation of job creators rather than job seekers and this will only happen when people will reimagine Indian Education..
May 25, 2023
This was my first read to the respective author's book. This informative book, 'Reimagining Indian Education - India Needs a Revolution in Education' jotted down by 'Vardan Kabra' is all about the Indian educational system and the reforms needed.
This book not only comprises the problems faced but also it's solution in the Indian education system. Apart from it's core content i.e. the cover page of the book is eye-catching and connects well with the theme of the book.
The colors are well coordinated and also the theme is pretty graceful.
Highly Recommended.
This book not only comprises the problems faced but also it's solution in the Indian education system. Apart from it's core content i.e. the cover page of the book is eye-catching and connects well with the theme of the book.
The colors are well coordinated and also the theme is pretty graceful.
Highly Recommended.
May 28, 2023
The learners of today's holds the key to the future. A future that will take the nation to the next level.
But with the current scenario in frame,we see there exists a need to restructure the education system in order to have effective learning going parallel to effective teaching.
With the same aim to improvise the current education system that is robust and dynamic,comes forward an approach that looks forward to be the much awaited change we had been waiting since long in the field of education. Well researched work of the author!!!
But with the current scenario in frame,we see there exists a need to restructure the education system in order to have effective learning going parallel to effective teaching.
With the same aim to improvise the current education system that is robust and dynamic,comes forward an approach that looks forward to be the much awaited change we had been waiting since long in the field of education. Well researched work of the author!!!
May 28, 2023
Your learning is not defined by your education but your education is defined by what you have learnt.
Reimagining Indian Education,is a revolutionary approach towards bringing about changes in the same that offers a wide approach towards improving the system and making learners more confident, vibrant and dynamic towards their learning.
The book is written after a keep view of the education system since years with the aim to draft a plan of action that will give beneficial results to the nation making India what it can be. Nice one.
Reimagining Indian Education,is a revolutionary approach towards bringing about changes in the same that offers a wide approach towards improving the system and making learners more confident, vibrant and dynamic towards their learning.
The book is written after a keep view of the education system since years with the aim to draft a plan of action that will give beneficial results to the nation making India what it can be. Nice one.
May 29, 2023
Reimagining Indian Education India needs a revolution in education reforms won't do is written by the author Vardhan Kabra. This book is to bring a change in our education system.
In the 21st century we are still with the same education system as earlier which need change and author has clearly put the facts together and thought to it will be nice to see the modifications in our education system. The writing style of the author is simple and straight forward. The language used is lucid and easy to understand.
Overall, this book is a much needed and without provoking one.
In the 21st century we are still with the same education system as earlier which need change and author has clearly put the facts together and thought to it will be nice to see the modifications in our education system. The writing style of the author is simple and straight forward. The language used is lucid and easy to understand.
Overall, this book is a much needed and without provoking one.
May 19, 2023
A lot of deep thinking and critical thinking has been done by the author which is visible in the book. Data, evidence and examples are given to clarify each idea which makes it easy to understand and visualize for the reader. Education is the backbone of the country. I believe if these ideas are applied to the Indian education system, we will see a much better and a stronger INDIA. Overall Excellent Work.
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