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Healthy eating in children is essential for strong bones, teeth, and a healthy heart. It helps maintain a healthy weight, promotes optimal body function, and keeps the brain sharp and ready to learn. But not all kids understand this.

Our Hasti public school takes very good care of this and supply day wise (school Tiffin) diet chart ,  for what children should bring and eat at school .we Encourage Healthy Eating In Children At  OUR HASTI School. Children’s  Tiffin are regularly checked for fast food and or  junk food* 

Healthy eating in children can be one of the most challenging tasks for parents. The kids have turned up their noses at the rice, dal, and vegetables you made. Now they’re negotiating for their favorite pasta. Despite knowing that nutrition is vital for your growing and energetic child, you reluctantly put the dal away and tear open a bag MAGGI. What else could you do? For most parents, helping healthy eating in children can be challenging.For such  frazzled parent & care providers Here is what you can do:

Don’t Ban Eating Junk Food Outright.

Just go easy! Once kids get their first taste of crispy, sweet, and salty foods, it’s hard to get them unhooked. Well, that’s a bitter fact! But Tada! We have one strategy! You need to limit the number of binge eating that kids are allowed to eat each day, rather than ban these foods altogether. This is the only way kids won’t be as tempted to crib for what they can’t have. Banning specific food increases the temptation to eat more.

pack the lunch box before your child resists the urge to opt for convenient processed pre-packaged meals., it’s good to prepare healthy lunches well in advance so that you don’t have to scramble for options in the morning rush at home.

Avoid Buying Unhealthy Foods In Bulk.

If you want to buy a treat, choose to buy the smallest package instead of the economy bulk-sized packages. For example, buying a small pack of cheesy popcorn is much better than buying one family pack. This strategy will help your kids to be less tempted and encourage healthy eating habits in children.

Avoid Offering Sweet Treats.

We all know tooth decay is caused by having sugary food and drinks too often. So, as parents and caregivers, your strategy should be to try to make sure you avoid cakes, biscuits, and confectionery in your household*. However, there is a crucial difference between the natural sugars found in fruits and milk and the sugars present in packaged juices and cakes. Natural sugar is better for little milk teeth as it has many crucial vitamins and minerals. So when it’s desserts, it’s a safe bet to base them on fruits and dairy products. kids still love lemonades, protein milkshake, and watermelon smoothie.

Start Healthy Eating With Small Proteins.

The next strategy is to use smaller plates, bowls, and utensils for your child to eat with, allowing them to serve themselves when they are old enough to do so safely. You can begin this practice when they are 2 to 4 years old. It will make them feel “like a grown-up” while also helping them learn how much to eat at a time.

Stick To A Strict Meal And Snack Time

Keeping to a regular meal and snack schedule discourages kids from munching on snacks throughout the day or becoming hungry in between meals. If you find your child skipping a meal, the strategy here is not to let them “make up for it” with something else. Instead, offer a healthy snack, such as apples or baby carrots, and make sure that they eat enough at their next meal.

Nutritious New Foods: Try, and Try Again

Explaining healthy eating to a child can be stressful. Don’t be discouraged if your kids stubbornly  turns away  nutritious food Patience is the key here. It takes time for children to like a new food’s taste.

* Posing   exciting food questions as an option* which will yeild favourable result. For example, instead of just asking, “Do you want tomatoes as a dinner side dish?” what if you ask, “Which would you prefer at dinner: cucumbers or tomatoes?” Try this strategy; it works wonders for your kids.

Listen and Involve

Communication between parents and children about food preferences is fundamental. Give your little ones the chance to voice any feelings and concerns over food.

So, next time you serve health eating foods like rice, dal, and veggies, make sure you follow these strategies to encourage healthy eating in children. do READ THIS AND GIVE ME YOUR VALUABLE SUGGESTIONS FOR ADDING OR REMOVING ANY PART OF THE TEXT TO ADD THE READING VALUE TO THIS BLOG   JAI HIND

HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL ,DONDAICHA

              Social skills, also known as interpersonal skills or soft skills are important for everyone irrespective of age. Human beings are social animals and having strong social skills can help you build and maintain successful relationships both professionally and personally. Social skills in kids are a very important factor. Some kids are naturally more socially-adept than others. Not everyone is born with social skills. It is a skill just like anything else and some kids need some social “tutoring.” Like any skill, social skills in children can be developed and refined with practice, but by helping develop good social and communication skills in a child from their youth, you are equipping them straight away with the skills to build a successful future.

So if you are wondering how to help a child with social skills in life, here are a few ways that you can adapt to help your child develop different facets of this life skill

Be Social Yourself

Always remember that you are your child’s first teacher. He learns whatever he/she sees. You can’t expect your child to develop good social skills out of the blue when you spend most of your time doing chores or relaxing in front of the TV. Social skills in Take your time out and interact with friends and family and slowly your child will start imitating you. If your child continuously watches you swirling into a cocoon shell because you are too shy for conversations, chances are they will start doing the same. When going out or meeting new people, involve them in your conversations. Start by getting them to answer the simple questions which are often asked such as “ *What is your name”?” or “How old are you?” These are some very basic questions but don’t answer them on your child’s behalf. Get your child to say it. *At our school *HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL*good manners and behaviours are shown to tiny tots

Show, Don’t Tell

Actions speak louder than words. If you want your child to be kind, be kind yourself. Just merely preaching without practicing won’t do any good to your kid. Your behavior speaks volumes, and your children will remember it far more effectively than what you have told them.  If you want them to learn basic etiquettes, show them. For them to be polite, you need to remember saying sorry and thank you to everyone, including your children. By getting very angry or messing up a situation, don’t just behave like it didn’t happen. Rather, when you are calm talk to them and apologize for your behavior and make them understand that your behavior was inappropriate.

Importance Of Eye-contact

Out of many social skills examples in general, making and maintaining eye contact is one of the crucial ones. Encourage your children to look into their eyes while talking. It leads to effective communication and helps build confidence. When you keep eye contact with the person you are talking to it indicates that you are focused and paying attention. It means that you are actually listening to what the person has to say. Many children may have eye-contact anxiety. You may have to put in an extra effort in that case. If your child has such issues, get them to talk to you, maintaining eye contact.

Teach Them To Listen

Listening is a very important tool. Many people don’t listen and they try to jump in before someone finishes his/her statement. If your child does so, teach them to be patient listeners. Before they are good speakers they need to be good listeners. This is the key to building a good relationship.

Teach Them Emotions

A child must be able to identify different emotions to spot social clues. Try playing a game. Get your child to imitate different emotions or show them pictures of different  emotions like joy, anger, disappointment, excitement, mischief, weirdness, nervousness, tiredness, terror, danger, etc and get them to identify. This helps them differentiate emotions and express better, and not get confused when mingling with other kids or people. “To teach them emotions, you need to understand them and you also communicate how you feel.  If they make you mad, make a straight face, and tell them that they are upsetting you, their behavior makes you mad.

Make Them Communicate

Communication is fundamental to children’s development; children need to be able to understand and be understood. Talk to them, ask them how their day was, and never turn away your child when he wants to say something. This may have a very negative influence on them.

Some really good ways to make your child communicate are

Get their toys and make a puppet show, show them how conversations are made if your child is socially anxious.

Roleplay- If your child is going to be in a new environment, roleplay with him how he is going to meet new people and start a conversation. You can start with basic questions and get your kids to answer them.

If you have elders at home, they can be very helpful in building confidence in your kid.

Give Them Environment

Get your child comfortable so that he can freely express himself. If your child is socially anxious help them get comfortable by striking a conversation and then slowly getting them into the conversation. Don’t just leave them alone saying they need to learn it themselves, take one step at a time. Give your child the chance to meet with different people, the variety in people may help them know things differently and get them to adjust better in situations. Playschools, playgrounds, and hobby classes will give them a chance to socialize.

Teach Them About Personal Space

Everyone feels more comfortable when the person they are with, respects their personal space.  Some children may come up and sit in your lap, hug you without permission, touch your hair, play with your necklace, touch a design on your shirt, or touch your body without permission, sometimes in inappropriate places. Teach them not to invade someone’s personal space. Everyone has their own “space bubble”.

You may come across many other lists of social skills to teach but they all are important and address different areas of life.                      

  I THINK THIS WOULD HELP WE TEACHERS  AND PARENTS IN DEVELOPING SOCIAL SKILLS IN OUR TINY TOTS.PLEASE FEEL FREE TO POUR  YOUR SUGGESTIONS AND FEED BACK THIS MAY HELP ME IN IMPROVING .PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO SUGGEST ME THE NEW TOPIC                                                                                                        

THANKS FOR READING                                                                                         

JAI HIND

HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL, DONDAICHA

*Real learning, as we all know, stems from when you can apply what you’ve learnt*and you know the practical knowledge behind things. And practicality is what online learning lacks.  But mugging up is very important too? Contrary to popular belief, mugging actually helps a great deal as it helps children memorize important information such as the multiplication table or the periodic table. With the way in which our current education system is planned, mugging is known to single handedly be one of the best techniques for understanding formulas

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 Since formal education to the most extent is focused on mugging, what can we do to help our kids?

How Does Memory Work?

Memory works in different ways. Some  of them being muscle memory, meaning, the ability to remember things through repeated motor movement. This is why teachers in your childhood made you repeatedly write the corrected versions of the wrong spellings in your test!

 Memory building can also be through repeated *listening to something with a tune. That is how we register songs in our mind.

But online learning has changed it all now

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Memories building for children of different ages differ by year and it is important to note that you mustn’t push your child beyond their age group. For younger kids around 2-4 years old, one way you can build their memory is through even simple actions

This can be such as setting a proper time table that your child can follow. Questioning them what comes after the other

 helps them be more observant about what is happening. Eg. when you’ve established a proper night time routine you can ask your child what comes after brushing their teeth, which the child will answer as bed time story time!

Colors play a huge role in the memory of, especially, your younger child. This is why brands use colorful bright colors because it catches attention easily. This is also used by various programs focused on e-learning for kids

Flashcards  are a popular concept where the main point is written on one side and the sub points on the other.

The use of colors helps in easy recall as well. This is why when studying it is recommended to get pens or markers of different colors to mark the different points as per its importance.

Studying can be very much fun if you want it to be.

Most interactive learning for kids is centered around material that stimulates the student with audio visuals. There is also the emergence of VR or virtual reality that gives students an almost life-like experience with what they are learning.

As humans, our brain tends to latch onto music. So just like we remember the lyrics to a song it can be that easy to remember the contents of your learning material.

CREATE MUSIC WITH YOUR MATERIAL

Every child has a unique learning style and learning styles largely affect the quality of your memory. Children who learn visually will benefit from virtual learning a lot as it helps them visualize what they are learning better. They also tend to do great when subjects like history are taught to them by visiting museums or picture dictionaries.

Most wholesome online learning platforms will help cover different areas of learning.

REMEMBER THE MAIN KEY

Keywords play a huge part in memory building and it is absolutely essential for your child to be able to remember information through keywords. This is absolutely helpful when it comes to studying science based subjects.

Breaking it down Breaking   a main topic down to its keywords helps in better learning and memorizing.

 This is a technique used by a lot of educational videos as well. Building a flowchart with all the important keywords is also very helpful.

Breaking down material into smaller chunks is a really good way to memorize information better. That is why some phone numbers have hyphens  to separate into smaller chunks for better understanding. This can be used by you to help your child remember important information like phone numbers, addresses, etc in case of any distress.

 Breaking it into little chunks helps store the memory for a longer time as well. Since everything we do now has moved to online learning it is hard to process a lot of information at once, so this helps!

These tips will definitely work —————————————————————————————————————————————-

HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL & JR.COLLEGE , DONDAICHA

BLOG NO  250

When we were all in school…*the only quotient that appeared to be important was

 1.I.Q.” …INTELLIGENCE QUOTIENT, but NOW WE KNOW about ;

2.E.Q…EDUCATIONAL QUOTENT ,

3.A.Q…ADVERSITY QUOTIENT*

4.E.Q…EMOTIONAL QUOTIENT

5.*T.Q…TEACHING QUOTIENT   ,from lerners point of view

Educational quotient

The mental age concept assumed that there was a certain measurable increment of intelligence for each year of chronological age, and that this was independent of the specific training that the child had received. Later investigators found it advisable to have a single mathematical expression for the relation between the measured intelligence of an individual or a given age and the norm for that age. This was called the Intelligence Quotient. The I.Q. is an index of learning under the ordinary conditions of life, and may justly be taken as an indication of future learning. But the learning that goes on under the common, general environment is only one phase of our development, and not the phase with which the school is directly concerned.

The I.Q. needs to be supplemented by an index of specific school abilities, the E.Q., or Educational Quotient.

A person’s EQ is generally found by dividing the results of their Wide Range Achievement Test by their IQ and multiplying by 100, or by dividing their Education Age by their Chronological Age and multiplying by 100.

 I.Q.

Teachers always seemed to be impressed with the students’ school records that showed a high I. Q. (Intelligence Quotient) They would brag about how many students they had that year with above average I.Q’s. It was going to be a good year.

It takes some time to realize… after we leave school behind…that the strong emphasis on our I.Q. numbers was misplaced….*there is another quotient that is much more reliable at predicting our success in life.

LET US DIVE DEEP IN TO A.Q ADVERSITY QUOTIENTY

It is called our “A.Q.” Adversity Quotient.   *The higher the level…the more tolerance and endurance we show for the adversities*life is going to throw at us.

Unfortunately, in education test assessors prefer the objective intelligence quotient assessments over the more subjective adversity quotient.

Education gets so caught up in crunching statistics concerning curriculum scores that it forgets the basic reason for school and learning…to prepare students for the world they will enter…and we all know that world is filled with adversities.

An adversity quotient is a person’s ability to manage difficulties and transform obstacles into opportunities . The adversity quotient is one factor that affects a person’s success since it correlates positively with a person’s performance.

 person who has a high adversity quotient will also have high performance. People without adversity quotients will always depend on others, especially parents, peers, and others.

They cannot take initiative and struggle greatly when confronting challenges.

 Adversity quotients also has an impact on the possessor’s performance, autonomy, and achievements.

Success can be measured by one’s ability to face difficulties in life (Stoltz, 2005), including flexibility, perseverance, and the ability to face problems in their duties and work.

People who can solve problems more effeciently can control the situation and have a higher chance of success THEREFORE Students require the adversity quotient in order to successfully face their problems and complete their duties and responsibilities in online learning. By having the adversity quotient, they can control the situation, take advantage of opportunities, and have a greater chance of success.

Students require the adversity quotient in order to successfully face their problems and complete their duties and responsibilities in online learning. By having the adversity quotient, they can control the situation, take advantage of opportunities, and have a greater chance of success.

Several studies have revealed the effect of adversity quotients on workplace aspects. THERE IS  a significant effect of adversity quotient on work ethics, school organization culture, and *teacher performance*The adversity quotient affects student performance too.).

We all are aware that At the end of 2019 and early 2020, a new virus was found in Wuhan, China, namely, coronavirus disease COVID 2019.

This virus did spread rapidly across the globe, causing the world to face a global pandemic. In the COVID-19 pandemic era, almost all sectors of the world’s life were affected, including our country  India*. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economy, education, personal and social life of  people.

In the educational aspects, there was a change in learning patterns, and face-to-face meetings at schools and colleges which changed to online. It required adaptation, readiness, and infrastructure support. Furthermore, it also required the integration of all educational complements

* Teachers and students are required to provide energy and ability to online learning environments*.

Adversity quotients can help students carry out their duties and confront problems. Students need strength, fortitude, resilience, and intelligence to face difficulties effectively. Intelligence quotient (IQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ) are not enough to make a student successful; therefore, adversity quotients are necessary to manage obstacles and challenges.

  Paul Stoltz in 1997 coined the term  AQ  and Paul Stoltz is rightly called the father of A.Q. he coined the term  , developed an assessment method called the Adversity Response Profile (ARP).

AQ has 3 states of mind:

Quitter, Camper and Climber!

Quitter: As the names suggests, these are people with low AQ. Such persons have a negative mind-set and tend to give up or run away from the problems. Quitters tend to wallow in self- pity, play the ‘victim’ card and sometimes are unable to face even minor difficulties.

Camper: Campers are those with low or medium AQ levels. While not entirely ‘fence sitters’ they are the yes-no-maybe types!  They are indecisive and tend to get overwhelmed when adversities aggravate. Research says that 60% fall in the Campers category. However, Campers do have some capacity to accept challenges and if they are guided well they have the potential to evolve into a ‘climber’.

Climber: These are the people with high levels of AQ. They are bold, fearless, independent and create an energy around them. Climbers take charge, are full of optimism, think about others first and are always ready to lend a helping hand.

 AQ is the CORE model.

C – *Control; O – Ownership; R – Reach; E – Endurance

CORE describes the four dimensions that make up your AQ. The combined CORE dimensions will enable you to both learn and strengthen your responses to Adversity

Control: Control occurs when one seeks facets of the situation that they can influence and control. Invariably, it would lead to higher resilience levels.

Ownership: Accountability is the backbone of action. Holding oneself responsible for improving the situation and playing some role in making it better ought to be the outlook. Being accountable for dealing with situations regardless of their cause would enhance resilience capacity.

Reach: This is about how one keeps the setbacks and challenges in their place and not let them infest the healthy areas of both work and lives.

Endurance: One should cultivate an uncanny ability to foresee how long the adversity would last or endure. Hope and optimism can create an inner energy and energize others to see past the interminable difficulties and overcome the challenges.

In conclusion, AQ is an exceptional skill – both at life and work. It is not something innate and instilled only in the ‘chosen’ few.* Once you understand the science of AQ, you can upgrade your own, your team’s and your organization’s capacity to deal with adversities*.

We must stay connected to community, close friends and family, nature, and persons who share our inner beliefs that we are all connected as children of our universe through our Creator.

These are the connections that will raise our “A.Q.” levels and help us find our way through life.

So until tomorrow …”Never give up”….God hasn’t… so neither should we …just keep on keeping on. LIFE IS WORTH IT! & “Today is my favorite day” 

Please feel free to share your valuable views,suggest  activities we can conduct at our Hasti school to raise AQ of our children* . also feel free to record your impression , ,Your commendatons if any*  and your comments to make this blog more meaningful please do not forget to visit our website https://www.hastipublicschool.com.to record your impression about school

HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL & JR.COLLEGE , DONDAICHA

BLOG NO  249

Assessments play a pivotal role in education, gauging student progress and informing teaching strategies.

In the modern era, we ,at our Hasti school, recognizing the importance of diversifying assessment methods to capture the full spectrum of student outcomes, making learning more authentic and engaging. The age-old reliance on traditional exams as the primary assessment tool is now under scrutiny.

Traditional Exams – Limitations

For ages, traditional exams and standardized tests have anchored educational assessment. Administered remotely, these exams can be a source of stress, potential bias, and demotivation. Relying on memorization, multiple-choice, or essay-based approaches.

The traditional examinations fall short in evaluating essential 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork.

Following are the limitations of traditional examinations T

a) Memorization over Understanding: Traditional exams tend to reward rote recall over genuine understanding. This method may overlook a student’s depth of knowledge and their ability to apply concepts critically. In traditional examination application part seems to be missing .

b) One-Size-Fits-All Approach: Standardized exam formats don’t always accommodate the varied learning styles, strengths, and interests of students. As a result, assessments can become unfair, failing to highlight individual competencies and areas for improvement.

c) Stress and Anxiety: The high-pressure environment surrounding exams can induce stress and anxiety in students. Such heightened emotions can adversely affect their performance, preventing them from showcasing their true potential.

At our Hasti school we are looking for a course evaluation method that puts the student’s knowledge to work, and therefore we are in favour of trying the alternative assessment method.

Unlike traditional evaluation methods that only assess the student’s knowledge, alternative assessment spurs the student to wear his or her thinking hat, and creatively apply the knowledge to solve a problem. Concept maps, portfolios, and open tests are some familiar examples of alternative assessments.

What is Alternative Assessment?

This is a method of evaluation that measures a student’s level of proficiency in a subject as opposed to the student’s level of knowledge. The overall goal of alternative assessment is to allow students to demonstrate their knowledge and execute tasks.  

Alternative assessment is also called a performance test or authentic assessment because it is deeply rooted in one’s ability to do something by leveraging newly-gained knowledge.

You can ask your students to create a portfolio, work with others on specific projects or engage in any other type of activity that shows they have a full grasp of what has been discussed in the class or training. 

let’s first look at some of the things alternative assessment is not*.

1.         Alternative assessment is not a high-stake or standardized method of evaluating students’ knowledge.

2.         It is not a replacement for other methods of classroom assessment like formative and summative assessment methods.

3.         Alternative assessment does not measure the learner’s performance.

4.         Results from alternative assessments are not presented as quantitative or numerical data.

We have noticed that Moving away from conventional exams, today’s educational landscape leans towards diverse methods that aptly capture 21st-century learning’s multifaceted nature. Embracing these methods we at our Hasti school trying to make learning more authentic and insightful and that is alternative assessment.

Alternative assessment is tailored to the specific needs and abilities of individual students.

It is an instructor-led assessment process. This means the teacher develops a unique method to measure the student’s ability.

Alternative assessment methods are flexible and continuously adaptable.

Examples of Alternative Assessment

•           Portfolio

You can ask students to build out a portfolio that demonstrates their knowledge of what has been taught in a class. (A portfolio is a collection of the different tasks a student has executed in the course of the class) or training.

•           Performance Test

Since alternative assessment is all about putting knowledge to work, we are going to design effective performance tests to help you rate a student’s level of skill or knowledge. A

•           Open Tests

An open test is a method of assessment that allows learners to refer to course materials as they take on tasks or write tests and examinations at our Hasti school we call it as HASTI OPEN BOOK TEST .(HOBT) The questions in an open test require the student to provide responses that show how well they understand the course.

•           Crib Sheet :- This is another form of open-book evaluation. Instead of bringing the entire course materials to a test or examination, the student selects important information from these materials to create some sort of abridged version called the crib sheet.

•           Take-Home Assessment Another way to assess your students’ abilities is to give them take-home exercises. Take-home exercises typically check 2 boxes.

•           Project-Based Assessments: Through hands-on, real-world projects, students can exhibit their grasp and application of concepts, stimulating creativity, critical thought, and problem-solving.

•           Rubrics: These criteria-driven frameworks elucidate performance expectations. Whether holistic or detailed, they provide clarity on evaluations and improvement pathways.

•           Peer and Self-Assessment: WE AT OUR HASTI SCHOOL Engage  students in the evaluation process nurtures critical thought, metacognitive abilities, and collaboration. It instills a sense of accountability and promotes a feedback-rich environment.

Benefits

•           Matches the curriculum’s learning objectives and outcomes.

•           Offers more valid and consistent evidence of student achievement.

•           Cultivates essential 21st-century skills and competencies

•           Boosts student motivation and immersion in the learning process.

•           Empowers students, granting them autonomy and ownership over their learning.

•           Stimulates creativity and innovative thinking.

•           Encourages a growth-oriented mindset and fosters a love for learning.

At our Hasti school  by giving special holiday home work  where children do not need text books , notes on the topic etc to complete the assessment or homework .

Our Holiday homework is designed wherein children have a  opportunities to display their understanding ,application  and learning.

As the assessment landscape undergoes transformation, the push is towards more holistic and significant methods. Acknowledging the constraints of traditional exams and transitioning to alternative assessment forms allows educators to sculpt a more inclusive and captivating learning atmosphere.

By persistently exploring and applying novel strategies, we can ensure our assessments genuinely capture student evolution and aptitude in this modern age.

Please feel free to share your queries and put in your comments, suggestions, commendations, and valuable inputs to make alternative assessment purposeful and effective. Please do not forget to visit our Hasti school’s website ; *https://www.hastipublicschool.com.to record your impression about school

HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL & JR.COLLEGE , DONDAICHA

BLOG NO  248

*You have the TIME. Do you have the ENERGY?

Mind management is the process of controlling the thoughts and filtering anything that comes into our mind. It is the art of managing everything with an attentive mind and making the most of every situation.

As said by Lord Krishna, “ Your mind, if controlled, can be your best friend and if left uncontrolled can become your worst enemy. You should control your mind to push yourself towards success and not degrade yourself to anything other than that.

Mind management skills can transform your way of living and thought process. Mind management is an art that needs rigorous dedication and practice. It is controlling one’s mind. The art of being able to control, manage, and implement our mind is called mind management.

In today’s time, stress and anxiety have taken over our regular living. Not a second goes by when our mind remains free of thoughts. Every time there is one or another thought doing rounds in our head. Our stressful lives, 9 to 5 desk jobs, family, social life, and whatnot have conquered our heads.

In times like these, management has become very crucial. Humans have somehow forgotten their essence of living in the race of attaining something beyond themselves. Our whole life is the game of our mind. If we keep the charge of our mind, it can become our best friend.

I remember a short story

Once there was a painter who had the pride that he makes the most beautiful paintings in the entire world. He visited the king of a region to tell him that he can paint a wall of his kingdom gorgeously and that no one can paint anything like that ever. The king was impressed with his confidence and allotted him a wall to showcase his designs.

At the same time, one of the king’s ministers said that even he can create a painting as beautiful as the painting of the painter. Everyone was astonished. The king decided to allot the minister the wall opposite to the painter to showcase his creativity.

The next day, both of them started working on their walls with full enthusiasm. The walls were divided with curtains, and they could not see each other’s work. Days went by, and they kept working on their art.

Finally, the day of the result came out. The painter presented his painting, and the curtains were now raised. However, everyone was stunned to see the same painting on the minister’s wall. The king asked the minister how he made the exact same painting.

To this, he replied, “I just kept on cleaning the marble wall until it started shining like a mirror. The painting that you see on my wall is the reflection of the beautiful painting on the opposite wall.”

 Everyone was impressed by the wisdom and thought of the minister, and both of them were rewarded.

It is exactly how our mind works! The more we cleanse and clear it, the brighter it shines. If we keep our minds clean and bright, it will reflect the beauty of everything that comes our way.

You’ve done everything you can to save time. Every productivity tip, every “life hack,” every time management technique.But the more time you save, the less time you have. The more overwhelmed, stressed, exhausted you feel.

Here are top 3 eye opening statistics on time management and productivity:

·      88% of working people procrastinate daily. …

·      The average worker spends 51% of every workday on low to no-value tasks.

·      Only 20% of people feel their work is under control daily.

To be more productive I think mind management has edge over the time Management.

Recently I came across a  book *Mind Management not time management by David Cadavy*. I was impressed. Few take away from book ;

Perspective shift-Being productive today isn’t about time management, it’s about mind management. Time management optimizes the resource of time. Mind management optimizes the resource of creative energy(.

 First Hour Rule- Spend the first hour of your day working on your most important project.

Start of day-If you start your day working on the most important thing, there’s less of a chance for other things to get in the way.

* Creative tasks Versus analytical task*-Sometimes your mind is better-suited to think creatively. Sometimes your mind is better-suited to think analytically. Complete the work which requires creativity when mind is better-suited to think creatively. Complete the work which requires analysis when mind is better-suited for the same.

Sleep-A one-hour increase in average daily sleep raises productivity by more than a one-year increase in education.

Energy leakage-When you randomly switch from one activity to another, your energy leaks…If you’re doing that all the time, little of your energy is going toward traction which is important for task completion

Noise-Noise level can also affect your ability to think creatively…studies suggest that a background noise level of about seventy decibels is optimal for idea generation.

State of mind-Things are not difficult to make; what is difficult is putting ourselves in the state of mind to make them hence put mind into state of completing task.

We teachers are so fogged by the daily grind of planning and preparing that they often forget to focus on their mental health. However, a teacher is an indispensable resource in our education system and so is a teacher’s mental health.

Our Hasti school by way of various activities ( co-curricular and extracurricular provides opportunities for we teachers to be less busy and relax a bit . this is because I agree that   If they were only *somewhat busy, creative thinking decreased by nineteen percent. If they were extremely busy, creative thinking decreased by a whopping *forty-five percent.”

Experts say that stress of teachers  gets passed on from teachers to their students. Students in classrooms that have teachers experiencing burnout are said to have high levels of cortisol- a kind of stress hormone. High levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, in students can hinder their ability to focus, learn, and engage effectively in the learning process. This, in essence, creates a cycle where stressed teachers contribute to stressed students, resulting in a less conducive learning environment.

Productivity is less about time management than it is about mind management.

 We all have the same number of hours during the day. How effectively we spend those hours really depends upon how well we can manage and harness our fragile mental energy”.I unquote.

Please feel free to give your ideas for additional input to Mind management and class room activities you are following to hel[p children to manage their minds  ,

your  suggestions, remarks , & commendation for making effective ,meaningful and purposeful use of Mind management tehniques

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BLOG NO  247

AI has dramatically transformed various industries, including education, promising increased efficiency, personalization, and access to vast knowledge repositories.

Recognizing the negative effects of artificial intelligence in education is of utmost importance and requires thoughtful consideration.

Disadvantages of Artificial Intelligence in Education

Let us now  look into the disadvantages of artificial intelligence in education, and in next blog we will look in to the advantages of AI in education

Now, let’s dive in.

1. Loss of Human Connection

One of the most significant concerns surrounding AI in education is the potential loss of human connection. Traditional classrooms foster deep interpersonal relationships between students and teachers, providing emotional support and personalized guidance.

2. Data Privacy and Security

AI systems in education collect and process vast amounts of student data to personalize learning experiences. This raises valid concerns about data privacy and security.

3. Bias and Fairness

The effectiveness of AI algorithms is determined by the quality of the data used to train them. Unfortunately, if the data contains biases, such as gender or racial discrimination, AI systems can inadvertently perpetuate these prejudices in educational settings.

4. Overdependence on AI

While AI can enhance learning experiences, over reliance on technology may hinder students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Relying too heavily on AI-driven solutions might reduce students’ ability to think creatively and independently..

5. Job Displacement for Educators

The automation potential of AI raises concerns about job displacement for educators however it cannot replace the unique insights, creativity, and adaptability that human teachers bring to the classroom.

6. Lack of Emotional Intelligence

Emotional intelligence plays a pivotal role in education, nurturing social skills, and empathy. However, AI lacks emotional intelligence and cannot fully comprehend and respond to students’ emotions as human teachers can.

7. Limited Customization

AI systems may still struggle to provide truly customized education for every student.

8. Accessibility and Equity

While AI-driven education offers numerous benefits, it may not be accessible to all students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds.

9. Tech Glitches and Reliability

Depending heavily on AI introduces the risk of technical glitches and system malfunctions.

10. Impersonal Assessment and Feedback

(Automated grading and assessment systems may lack the nuanced feedback that human teachers provide..

11. Distraction and Multitasking

Integrating AI technology in the classroom could lead to distractions and multitasking. Students might be tempted to explore unrelated content or use AI devices for non-educational purposes

12. Ethical Dilemmas

The use of AI in education raises ethical dilemmas. For instance, should AI track students’ browsing history to personalize content, and if so, how should data be used ethically?

13. Teacher Training and AI Literacy

Effective incorporation of AI into teaching methods requires educators to receive proper training in AI literacy and its applications in education.

14. Expensive Implementation Costs

Implementing AI in education involves significant costs for schools and institutions.

15. Loss of Human-Led Classroom Dynamics

AI integration might lead to a shift in traditional classroom dynamics. *Human-led discussions, debates, and interactions could be replaced by automated interactions, potentially altering the overall learning experience.

*Now let us look in to the *frequently asked questions on the topic CE

Does AI in education hinder emotional development in students?

While AI does offer various benefits, it may hinder emotional development in students due to its lack of emotional intelligence, which human instructors possess. Emotional development often relies on human connections and interactions.

Can AI completely replace human teachers in the future?

While AI can certainly augment teaching practices, it is unlikely to completely replace human teachers. AI and human instructors can work together to create a more enriched and effective learning experience.

How can schools address the privacy concerns related to AI usage?

Schools must create stringent data privacy policies and follow data protection regulations to handle privacy issues. Regular audits and assessments can help identify and rectify potential privacy breaches.

*Is AI-driven education accessible to all students?

Unfortunately, AI-driven education may not be accessible to all students due to the digital divide*.

Can AI personalize learning experiences effectively?

AI can indeed personalize learning experiences to some extent, but it might not fully cater to individual learning styles and preferences. Human intervention remains essential for comprehensive personalization.

How can educators prepare for AI integration in the classroom?

Educators should receive proper training in AI literacy and its applications in education. This will empower them to effectively incorporate AI tools and technologies into their teaching methods.

In conclusion, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in education offers undeniable benefits, but it is equally important to recognize and address its potential negative effects. Striking a balance between AI-driven advancements and human-led guidance is key to maximizing the benefits of technology in education.

Please feel free to give your ideas for the use of Artificial intelligence to the benefit of students at our Hasti school  your  suggestions, remarks , & commendation for making effective ,meaningful and balanced use of AI                                                                                             Please do not forget to visit our school web site

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BLOG NO  246

Our honourable chairman sir  sri kailasji jain,  in a informal communication,  gave an wonderful idea of Leveraging whatsapp for educational purposes.  and*it kindled my interest in to it . No one can deny that In recent years, technology has  revolutionized the way *education is delivered and received.

With the widespread use of smartphones, *messaging apps like WhatsApp have become an integral part of our daily lives.

Leveraging WhatsApp for educational purposes can offer numerous benefits, enabling educators to engage students and parents effectively. Our Hasti school has strategies to use  WhatsApp for education to foster a collaborative and enriching learning environment.

1. Creating WhatsApp Groups for Classroom Communication

One of the most straightforward ways to leverage WhatsApp for education is by creating dedicated groups for each class or subject.

Teachers can use these groups to share important subject wise information , in the form of question of the day( one or two questions to which students can submit answers and correct answers will be posted by coordinator or subject HOD,)  Moral education,  study  material for competitive exams*.,entrance tests and interviews etc. General knowledge, interview questions, geographical information which will   definitely help students to prepare  and *parents to  update their knowledge, in this age of competition. 

2. Encouraging Discussion and Collaboration WhatsApp groups provide an excellent platform for fostering discussions and collaboration among students, share thought-provoking articles, or even conduct virtual debates on relevant topics , through a well organised system devised by  school . This not only encourages critical thinking but also helps in building a supportive and engaged learning community.

3. Sharing Multimedia Content  to enhance the learning experience. Teachers can share educational videos, infographics, podcasts, and other visual materials via WhatsApp. This approach caters to different learning styles, making the educational content more accessible and engaging for students.

4. Providing Personalized Feedback With WhatsApp’s private messaging feature, teachers can offer personalized feedback to individual students. This one-on-one communication allows educators to address students’ specific concerns, recognize their achievements, and offer guidance for improvement.

5. Parent-Teacher Communication.WhatsApp can serve as an effective tool for maintaining regular communication with parents. Teachers can create separate groups or broadcast lists to update parents on their child’s progress..

6. Gamification and Quizzes To make learning more enjoyable, teachers can incorporate gamification elements within WhatsApp groups. Regular quizzes, riddles, and puzzles can be organized, encouraging healthy competition among students.

7. Language Practice Groups*For language teachers, WhatsApp can be an invaluable tool to facilitate language practice. Teachers can create language-specific groups where students can engage in conversations, share language learning resources, and receive corrections from both the teacher and peers*

 Therefore our school is of  the opinion that WhatsApp has evolved into a versatile and user-friendly platform, and  we educators of our Hasti School can capitalize on its features to engage students and parents effectively.

Please feel free to give your ideas for additional cultural activities , your  suggestions, remarks , & commendation for making effective ,meaningful and purposeful use of the whatsapp status feature of smart phone for making our children learn.                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Please do not forget to visit our school web site

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BLOG NO  245

Our  school  gives adequate exposure  to the children and encourages  the participation of  children in  different types of cultural  and other extra-curricular activities.  *There is often debate about the importance of cultural activities in students’ lives. Some argue that students go to school primarily to gain knowledge, not to participate in extracurricular activities. However, this perception is changing as now parents ,by and large, are  starting to recognize the importance of cultural activities for holistic development of their children.

our school firmly believe that cultural activities can improve the academic performance of students. According to research by the National Center for Education Statistics, *

We strongly advocate that Participation in cultural activities enhances students’ sense of engagement or attachment to their school, and improves their attendance and performance in academics*.

Engaging in extracurricular activities can motivate students and encourage them to explore their potential. It also helps in the physical, behavioural, and social development of students.

The exposure to a variety of activities and opportunities to express themselves, build self-esteem, and develop social skills, all in all can contribute to the overall development of a student, and can contribute positively to their academic performance.

 At the same time It is always better to be innovative and by simply introducing the variety of performing arts mentioned below, our school can raise interest levels among hitherto uninitiated students can find their inspiration.

*Some innovative culturalactivities mentioned below may help in developing skills in children  and may create interest in learning

1. Ventriloquy:- It is an art or practice of making one’s voice appear to come from somewhere else* , typically a dummy  of a person or animal.Try to speak a sentence without moving your lips. Yes, ventriloquism is that tough and that interesting indeed when we see dummy artists make their puppets talk in front of us. This is a very niche form of art and has very limited fan following.

We may take services of a ventriloquist to train children. A good ventriloquist blends comic relief and surprise for its audience by pronouncing only with his tongue. Children also get to learn interactive conversations.

2. Mime:-Theatrical performances are common but what if the actor with the loudest of the voices is asked to express his/her emotions without speaking at all?

Mime is an art form respected for its mode of self-expression and its difficulty levels.

Encourage students to try mime with simple, short storylines and gradually raise the intricacy of the story and difficulty levels. Practicing mime makes children very expressive. 

3. Live art:-This is an interesting challenge for students. The task is to listen to an ongoing track of sounds or music, get involved in the ambience created by the track and make an artwork on canvas in real time*. This form of collaboration is done by  artists,  our talented drawing tachers may arrange demo sessions for children on any of Saturdays .

This task raises concentration span of children to a new level and enhances artistic interpretation of the environment. Teachers should be patient enough to help children appreciate this task by starting with 5-6 minute-long soundtracks and asking students to draw to the best out of their imaginations. 

4. Standup comedy:-Who doesn’t love comedy? Yet, how many performers can be confident enough about influencing the audience with a series of jokes on stage? Standup comedy is a popular genre nowadays and children can increase self-confidence by testing their humour in front of their audience. In this way, children also learn to have a sense of humour but in a sensitive way  so as to not offend people.

5. Classical instrumental music

Often, vocalists or aficionados of modern musical instruments such as guitar, keyboard etc get the chance to perform at an event in school. Teachers should also recognize talents in traditional instruments such as the Veena, Sarod, Santoor, Sitar, Tabla, or Dholak . By encouraging such performances, children get exposed to the Indian classical music and many dying forms of folk music that need revival. 

6. A capella:- You really don’t need an instrument for this performance as you create percussive and melodious sounds from your mouth. This Italian performing art can be  exhausting because it requires perfect coordination.  equal participation and excellent synchronization among the participants each of who imitate instrumental sounds to make an entire band performance. This routine also teaches a lot about team work to participants.

Cultural activities are the ultimate instruments for self-expression of a child. Innovating the modes of presentation of talent can unlock various kinds of  potential among the children.

Please feel free to give your ideas for additional cultural activities , your  suggestions, remarks , & commendation for making cultural activities at our school more realistic , effective and purposeful for the benefit of our children .                                                                                                                                                             

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BLOG NO  242

                 Introduction

In a rapidly interconnected and globalized world, the traditional boundaries of education have expanded beyond textbooks and classroom walls.

*The relevance of integrating world affairs and current events into the classroom cannot be overstated, especially in the context of Indian education.

Our Hasti school is known for creating future for children along with preparing children for future.

As educators, we have a responsibility to prepare our students for the increasingly interconnected world they will inherit.

Teaching global awareness to elementary students is a crucial step in fostering global citizenship and equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate a diverse and complex global society.

 As students prepare to step into a world where international relations, socio-political dynamics, and global challenges play a pivotal role, We educators are tasked with the responsibility of fostering global awareness and critical thinking. This writeup  delves into the significance of incorporating real-world issues into the curriculum, highlighting the benefits of equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of the world around them.

Fostering Global Citizenship

Integrating world affairs and current events into the classroom lays the foundation for nurturing informed global citizens.

As India’s role on the global stage continues to evolve, it becomes imperative for students to comprehend international dynamics, cultural diversity, and global challenges. By discussing topics such as climate change, human rights, geopolitics, and technological advancements,

We educators have a responsibility to empower students to engage with the complexities of the modern world. This engagement goes beyond rote memorization; it encourages critical thinking, empathy, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of global issues

Students learn to view themselves as active participants in a global community, capable of contributing meaningfully to international conversations and initiatives.

Current events offer a rich tapestry of real-world scenarios that serve as fertile ground for honing critical thinking skills. Analyzing news articles, opinion pieces, and multimedia content allows students to dissect information, evaluate sources, and discern biases. Educators guide students in asking probing questions, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, and drawing connections between different events.

This analytical approach not only enhances students’ understanding of world affairs but also equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the barrage of information they encounter in the digital age.

 engaging with diverse perspectives and considering the broader implications of global events, students develop a well-rounded perspective that transcends geographical boundaries.

Integrating world affairs into the classroom opens the door to exploring different cultures, traditions, and viewpoints. By delving into news stories from various regions, students gain insights into the experiences and challenges faced by people around the world. This exposure fosters empathy, breaking down stereotypes and promoting cross-cultural understanding.

Educators can encourage students to reflect on how global events impact different communities, fostering a sense of interconnectedness and shared humanity. As India continues to engage in diplomatic, economic, and social exchanges on the global stage, cultivating cultural awareness and empathy becomes an essential asset for future leaders and citizens.

The integration of world affairs and current events provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world contexts. By examining how theoretical concepts manifest in global events, students grasp the practical implications of their learning. This connection between theory and practice encourages active participation and a sense of agency, motivating students to take an interest in global issues beyond the classroom. Moreover, fostering an appreciation for current events instills a habit of lifelong learning, as students develop the skills to stay informed, critically analyze evolving situations, and adapt to a rapidly changing world.

In a world marked by interdependence and constant change, the integration of world affairs and current events into the classroom emerges as a powerful tool for nurturing informed, empathetic, and globally aware individuals.

Educators play a pivotal role in shaping future leaders and citizens by equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to navigate the complexities of the modern era.

By fostering critical thinking, empathy, cultural awareness, and a sense of global citizenship, educators empower students to become active participants in shaping a more just, equitable, and interconnected world. In the context of Indian education, where tradition meets modernity, the integration of world affairs into the curriculum becomes a visionary step towards preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

It is therefore requested to Start your Everyday Speech and activities to teach global awareness and promote social emotional learning in your classroom.

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