We don’t need no education We don’t need no thought control No dark sarcasm in the classroom Teachers leave them kids alone Hey! Teachers! Leave than kids alone! All in all it’s just another brick in the wall. All in all you’re just another brick in the wall. – Extract from Pink Floyd. Another Brick […]
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“Another Brick In The Wall” (Pink Floyd): Meaning and Education Message
“Another Brick In The Wall” written by Roger Waters and music by Pink Floyd. Here’s the real message of the song. Roger Waters wrote the lyrics of the song “Another Brick In The Wall” (music by Pink Floyd); in the song, he pens his thoughts about the formal education prevalent in the 70s and 80s. […]
“Pedagogy of the Oppressed”: Paulo Freire
Paulo Freire, Brazilian educator is the author of “Pedagogy of the Oppressed”, a book that focusses on critical consciousness. In the book, Freire says that our society is a dynamic, ever-evolving system that creates situations of power. This power, at times, intentionally or unintentionally, creates social structures, provides power to some, and oppresses some other […]
Mobility of Humans (Doreen Massey)
Doreen Massey, a British social scientist and geographer, says that if history is about time, geography is about space, not ‘outer space’ but the space within which we all live. And in this space, there are lots of stories being weaved at any point in time, at every point in the space there is some […]
Diana George Changing The Face Of Poverty: Analysis
“Changing the Face of Poverty” is an article written by Diana George that examines how poverty is represented by nonprofit organizations, such as Habitat for Humanity hose aim is to help people in poverty. George argues that such organizations perpetuate a misleading image of what poverty looks like. By using black and white dismal images […]
‘Learning How to Die in the Anthropocene’ by Roy Scranton: Summary
“Learning How to Die in the Anthropocene” by Roy Scranton is a thought-provoking book that explores the challenges of living in the Anthropocene, a geological epoch defined by the significant impact of human activities on the planet. Scranton reflects on the existential and environmental crises humanity faces, including climate change and the potential for global […]
‘Wilderness Letter’ By Wallace Stegner: Summary
Wallace Stegner’s “Wilderness Letter” explores the importance of preserving wilderness and natural landscapes. Stegner argues that wilderness is not just a place of recreation but is essential for the human spirit. He emphasizes the need for unspoiled, undeveloped land as a source of inspiration, a refuge for wildlife, and a means of maintaining ecological balance. […]
Black Mamas Lives Matter by Jada Jones: Summary
Jada Jones’s article “Black Mamas’ Lives Matter” addresses the racial disparity in maternal mortality rates and focuses on the challenges faced by Black mothers. The article provides alarming statistics that reveal Black mothers are dying at a significantly higher rate compared to their white counterparts, emphasizing the urgent need to address the maternal health crisis […]
“Guns and Cars Are Different” by Jacob Macleod: Summary and Response
Here’s a summary of “Guns and Cars Are Different” by JACOB MACLEOD and a response to it. Jacob MacLeod’s response to Nicholas Kristof’s New York Times column, “Our Blind Spot about Guns,” titled “Guns and Cars Are Different,” focuses on the comparison between firearm and vehicle regulations. Kristof argues for sensible gun regulations, drawing parallels […]
Sociology Project Topics and Materials
Sociology is the study of society and its people. It further studies the social structure, social behavior, and relations of people living in the society. Sociology studies society through the lens of human activity, how it is influenced by the needs, interests, attitudes, and values of people. Theories such as conflict theory are used to […]
Interview a Vegetable Vendor (School Project)
Here’s a school project where kids had to wear the hat of a journalist and interview a local entrepreneur. This child interviewed a local vegetable vendor. Mahesh Kaka is the vegetable vendor from whom our family buys all their vegetables. He has his vegetable stall on the road outside our building, just a stone’s throw […]
Everybody’s Water: ICSE Class V English literature
Everybody’s Water is a play included in the syllabus for Class 5 English literature subject for ICSE students. This play was scripted by Maraa, a media collective, for the Schools Water Portal, a platform for sharing knowledge on water as a resource among teachers, students, school management, and parents. Everybody’s Water: Questions and Answers Reference […]
Top 100 GK Questions on Mahatma Gandhi
Top 100 GK (General Knowledge) questions on Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation, and one of the most revered leaders not just in India, but the world over. Lets see how much you know about Bapu. Q) Gandhi ji’s full name?Answer: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi Q) Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on which date? Answer: […]
Tales of Young Gandhi – Notes, Questions & Answers
Tales of Young Gandhi is a chapter in English Literature for ICSE Class V students. “You must be the change you wish to see in the world,” Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Tales of Young Gandhi: Question and Answers Quick Answers Question: When was Gandhi born? Answer: Gandhi was born on 2nd October 1869 CE Question: Where […]
Gopal Krishna Gokhale, the man who guided Mahatma Gandhi
Gopal Krishna Gokhale was famously a mentor to Mahatma Gandhi in latter’s formative years. In 1912, Gokhale visited South Africa at Gandhi’s invitation. By 1920, Gandhi emerged as the leader of the Indian Independence Movement. In his autobiography, Gandhi calls Gokhale his mentor and guide. Gandhi also recognised Gokhale as an admirable leader and master […]
ICSE Class 10 Economics Applications (Projects)
ICSE Class 10 Economics Applications (Projects). ICSE Class 10 Economics Board Project: Evaluation Criteria Here are the criteria for Evaluation, when assessing the project for ICSE Class 10 Economics projects. Preparation of the material Procedure followed Observation of the various facts Inferences drawn Style of Presentation Instructions: Economics Board Project Index is important.Write Acknowledgement and […]
ECONOMIC APPLICATIONS: ICSE Class IX
ECONOMIC APPLICATIONS: ICSE Class IX Aims: To familiarize students with the basic concepts of economics and economic phenomenon. To develop their analytical skills. To provide students with hands-on-experience in analyzing economic problems that they normally come across. There will be one theory paper of two hours duration of 100 marks and Internal Assessment of 100 […]
Financial advice by Professor of Economics
The best piece of financial advice was given to me by my professor of Economics. Situation 1: It is late night and you are walking home from office after a long and tiring day. You are thirsty but your water bottle is empty. Your house is still far and you know that if you don’t […]
Indian Economy: Characteristics
India is a lower middle-income country situated in South Asia that has been growing at over 5 per event per annum since 1991. Here we take a look at India’s growth story and the problems its economy faces. India became an independent country in 1947. It was a British colony for over 200 years. The […]
Here’s What Kids Should Learn in Kindergarten (K.G.)
Kindergarten children (aged 5 to 6 years) are at a stage where they are developing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical abilities. Here are the topics that kindergarten children should ideally learn. Kindergarten (abbreviated as K.G.) literally means “garden for the children” in German (‘garten’ means ‘garden’ in German language). Kindergarten (K.G.) is the year in […]
