A beacon of hope At a time when schools have become giant factories churning out kids who must fit into the present order, who cooperate smoothly, and who consume more and more, Summerhill, which has been in existence since 1921, has shown the world that a school could abolish fear of teachers and adults and, deeper down, fear of life, writes Arvind Gupta.
Reading for learning To enable children to expand their experience of words, language and ideas, it is necessary to read texts with them and to them every day.
British Chevening scholarships 2008 British Chevening scholarships are offered in over 150 countries, across the globe to study in the UK. Up to 100 Indian professionals receive financial assistance each year for the duration of their studies.
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Frenzied fluency Too often we mistake a fluent flow of words as a sign of command over the language. It is not. The advocates of fluency today utter the same mantra...
Suicides of two brilliant researchers in three months at a prestigious institute in Bangalore point to the pressures of various kinds the students face today. What remedial measures are needed to prevent such tragedies?
Deccan Herald had invited its readers to send their views. Commenting on the overwhelming academic and peer pressure encumbering students, readers suggest that understanding and support from parents and teachers can ease children to confide their problems and find a workable solution.
