A panel discussion held at the end of a daylong meeting of educators (The IMAGINed Educators’ Summit) in Mumbai on April 10, focused on real world and experiential learning and the evolving role of educators in a dynamic learning to environment.
Among the participants at the meeting held at the Museum of Solutions (MuSo) Parel were principals, head teachers and staff of several schools located in the city, suburbs and Goa.
The panel included Dr. Swati Popat Vatq, President of Early Childhood Association (ECA) Howard Gee, Principal, DSB International School, Priya Anand, Principal, Mount Litera,Mona Seervai, Education Consultant, Todd Bazley, Principal, JBCN International School and Ujjwal Anu Chowdhury. Director General, Management School of Events, Entertainment and Design MSEED, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan.
Sudarshan Rodriguez, CEO & Founder, Radical Transformational Leadership (RTL) moderated the discussion on how educators are adapting to equip learners with real-world skills and experiences.
During the Q and A session ( the only session open to the press, all other seasons were closed) an educator observed ‘Art exploration is very important in the process of learning for life.”
Another educator lamented that the tiger, honeybee and sparrow are on the verge of extinction, an unhappy prospect which could be highlighted by the Museum of Solutions. Yet another educator pointed out that there are 16 types of expression and a section on the same as well as sections for recycling and repairs could enhance the museum.
An educator pondered on the question of children choosing their learning experiences. JBCN Principal Bazley said choice is a key word. DSB Principal Gee observed that “co-creation and collaboration is key.” Yet another educator said that a “gym playground can become a gamechanger in the game of life.”
Moderator Rodriguez underlined the importance of peer learning and suggested a handbook for parents outlining their roles and duties.
“The Summit was conceptualised to bring school leaders together to reimagine what learning can truly look like in today’s world. At MuSo, we believe real change begins with curiosity and collaboration. It was incredibly encouraging to see principals engage deeply in conversations around integrating real-world challenges into curricula and using experiential learning to foster resilience and creativity in students” said Tanvi Jindal Shete, CEO and Founder, MuSo.
“The panel discussion explored how MuSo can be an extension of the school and how true Panchadi as given in NEP-2020 can be implemented with a Museum- School connection that contributes to experiential learning, choice, wonder and joy” said ECA’s Dr Vats, adding that play is the engineer of learning.
“We received meaningful insights from the proceedings” said Sr Josnita Antao of Auxilium Convent, Goa who was in the city for the annual conclave of convent heads orchestrated by Auxilium Convent Head Sr Gloria Ferrao who led her team of six to MuSo.
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