Learning Forward Saturday
Final and closing discussion for “Wanted Back-bencher and Last-ranker Teacher.”
Key Takeaways
The group will read the final chapter (pages 233–32) of “Wanted Backbencher and Last Ranker Teacher” to conclude the book club.
Participants will write and submit book reviews for potential publication, building on the previous week’s reflection assignment.
Sandeep Dutt is leading a project to publish teacher blogs and a book, “Experiencing the Joy of Learning,” which will include these reviews.
Book Reading Finale
Book: “Wanted Back-bencher and Last-ranker Teacher”
Focus: The final chapter, covering pages 233–32.
Goal: Conclude the story of Roma’s journey in school.
Recommendation: Brinda Ghosh suggested that schools add 2 copies to their libraries, noting its value in understanding adolescents.
Project Context: Last Week’s Session
Brinda Ghosh summarised the previous session to provide context for the final discussion.
Focus: Roma’s last day at school, including experiences with basketball, group presentations, and student interactions.
Sandeep Dutt’s Announcement: An upcoming project to publish teacher blogs and a book titled “The Courage To Teach.”
Assignment: Participants were asked to write personal reflections connecting the chapter to their teaching experiences (Hindi or English).
New Assignment: Book Reviews
Task: Write a book review for “Wanted Backbencher and Last Ranker Teacher.”
Purpose: To define the book’s meaning from each participant’s perspective.
Outcome: Reviews will be published as part of the “Experiencing the Joy of Learning” project.
Next Steps
All Participants:
- Read the final chapter (pages 233–32).
- Write and submit a book review for potential publication.
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