For creativity over conformity in classrooms

For creativity over conformity in classrooms: Do schools kill creativity, asks Ken Robinson in the much-watched TED talk. I am inclined to say, they do. Of course, educational systems do notwork in a vacuum, but are a reflection of the society t



Excerpts:

"A nation’s educational system can unfold from its innate strengths, and uniqueness. India can take inspiration from its days of educational and intellectual excellence. Learning was infused with music, art and poetry. Higher-order thinking, self-awareness, deep inquiry, aesthetics, intuition, discussions and debates were integral to education. Creativity in many ways was pervasive in the goals, methods and content of education.
The draft of India’s new education policy is expected. What direction will India take in the journey? Will it conform to the familiar path, or create its unique path?"

That was from the concluding paragraphs...

M G Warrier

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