Curiosity: Usman Gani

Curiosity is a quality related to inquisitive thinking such as exploration, the investigation, and learning, evident by observation in humans and other animals.  Curiosity is heavily associated with all aspects of human development, in which derives the process of learning and the desire to acquire knowledge and skill.

The term curiosity can also be used to denote the behaviour or emotion of being curious, in regard to the desire to gain knowledge or information. Curiosity as a behaviour and emotion is attributed over millennia as the driving force behind not only human development, but developments in science, language, and industry. Curiosity in kids can be seen as when they get to learn new things they are very excited. The kids when they are given a new topic we can see the emotions and excitement on their face. As per the word curiosity, it can be seen in every age group of people and it’s not only for learning new things but in various ways for example cooking, washing, reading, etc.

Like other desires and need states that take on an appetite quality curiosity is linked with exploratory behaviour and experiences of reward. Curiosity can be described as positive emotions and acquiring knowledge; when one's curiosity has been aroused it is considered inherently rewarding and pleasurable. Discovering new information may also be rewarding because it can help reduce undesirable states of uncertainty rather than stimulating interest. 

Usman Gani

ugi4fab@gmail.com

The Fabindia School, Bali

Writing Skill:Usman Gani

Students who learn to write a complete sentence at a young age are more likely to apply that knowledge and develop that skill into writing complete paragraphs as they age. Mastering writing at an early age is associated with higher outcomes on standardized testing and overall performance in school. Good writers are good readers. Writing gives voice to our inner thoughts and allows us to share them. As a form of communication, writing can transcend time and is a way to pass stories from generation to generation. 

It has been said that the best way to improve anyone’s reading is to have them write. Writing focuses students on phonics, comprehension, mechanics, developing their voice or perspective, and communicating this perspective to others. Gone are the days of diagramming sentences.  

Balanced Literacy focuses on developing the many skills that good readers and writers possess, in an authentic method of communication. Writing makes for better readers and improves comprehension and critical thinking.  

Usman Gani #HappyTeachers

The Fabindia School, Bali

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Importance of Writing in our life: Byju Joseph

We can express our own ideas and opinions in different ways. It is possible by expressions, by signals, by communication, by writing or by speaking. It is not necessary to select only a particular way to express them but perfection is important. Writing is one of the powerful modes of expressing ideas. Writing helps us to communicate better.  If we want to become a good writer we must be a good read which will help us to improve vocabulary, sentence structures and grammar.

We all have ideas but the way of presentation of them will lead to identifying the personality. It is not an easy job for everyone because a lot of mental exercises are needed for writing. It is the work of our brain to analyze and arrange our own ideas, imagination, feelings, knowledge and information to present before others. When we write anything most of the parts of the brain involve accomplishing it. This will help to improve memory which will lead our imagination into reality.  Writing helps to stimulate the brain especially the left hemisphere which is the dominant part that controls all the related activities. Both the hemispheres have lobes, out of which the frontal lobe mostly regulates writing and speaking in association with other lobes.

As the human brain develops at an age of early childhood it is very important to teach the children how to write everything properly. The first step in this regard is to write and learn alphabets and then to words. Gradually they attain the knowledge of forming sentences. Developing a writing skill will help them to gather and analyze their ideas in an effective manner. Children should get the freedom to write whatever they want to. More and more interest will develop and that will direct them to form creative ideas. Creativity will surely lead to better output in their academic areas. Handwriting is another aspect which improves by continuous practice. By seeing the handwriting we identify the nature and confidence level of children.

The overall writing is a skill which should be practised and improved by all.

Byju Joseph

bjh@fabindiaschools.in

Welcome Protima Sen Associate Learning Forward India

Mrs Protima Sen has been in the learning profession for almost 17 years  as a Teacher, Founder Principal, Teacher Trainer, Education Officer and  Director of Education in various CBSE  schools in
India. Prior to this her administrative skills were honed while working in a Senior HR position in a Multinational Pharmaceutical for two decades. These HR skills helped her in active involvement with schools mentoring and exam related work, through the Sahodaya  Complexes. 

Voluntary work with the Ramakrishna Mission, Dehradun and IQF (Indus Quality Foundation) in the field of Value Education Skill Development, Leadership Training Workshops (In school for Teachers) and Assessment for Learning Outcomes.

A graduate of Isabella Thoburn College and Post Graduation from Lucknow University. Her core competencies include skill and value education in the school curriculum and the development of Assessment feedback systems for Personality Development and Professional Growth of Teachers using the Finnish model.

Learning Forward India is an affiliate of Learning Forward, we show you how to plan, implement, and measure high-quality professional learning so you and your team can achieve success with your system, your school, and your students. Learning Forward hosts conferences, publishes articles, facilitates individual and group learning opportunities, and provides consulting services.

Learning Forward hosts conferences, publishes articles, facilitates individual and group learning opportunities, and provides consulting services. Members usually include teachers and school administrators, they are given access to publications, an online community, and get discounted rates for some services, such as bookstore purchases.

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Welcome Dr Jayanta Biswas Associate Learning Forward India

Dr Jayanta Biswas has been in the teaching profession since the last 30 years and has been the Head of various schools all over India since the last 20 years (mainly CBSE affiliated schools). His administrative skills have been honed by active involvement with several CBSE Mentoring and Exam related work, Inter-school involvement through Sahodaya complexes, Inspection work, serving on Management Boards of schools, including KVS, Voluntary work in the fields of skill development and Leadership training workshops (in-school for teachers) and Assessment of Learning Outcomes. Graduate and Post-graduate from St. Stephen's College, Delhi, he has recently been awarded an Honorary D.Litt from the International Economics University Madurai, for his contribution to the field of Education. Dr Biswas is passionate in the area of developing and implementing SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for educational development. His core competencies include the integration of skill and value development in the school curriculum and the development of assessment/ feedback systems for personal professional growth of teachers.

Learning Forward India is an affiliate of Learning Forward, we show you how to plan, implement, and measure high-quality professional learning so you and your team can achieve success with your system, your school, and your students. Learning Forward hosts conferences, publishes articles, facilitates individual and group learning opportunities, and provides consulting services.

Learning Forward hosts conferences, publishes articles, facilitates individual and group learning opportunities, and provides consulting services. Members usually include teachers and school administrators, they are given access to publications, an online community, and get discounted rates for some services, such as bookstore purchases.

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