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Ekya / August 01, 2019 Posted by : administrator
Nandini Yadalam is an art therapist who practices in Jayanagar, Bengaluru. Taking a detour from her IT career, she chose to pursue Art Therapy in the UK. She is passionate about the emotional well being of all and sees it as a necessity for life. As she has practiced this, she has found art to be a powerful media and tool for the same.
  
Wikipedia – Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses art materials, such as paints, chalk, and markers. Art therapy combines traditional psychotherapeutic theories and techniques with an understanding of the psychological aspects of the creative process, especially the affective properties of the different art materials.

Ms. Nandini in her talk explained how art can be a representation of the state of mind. She emphasized that art is evolving as a medium in psychological healing and emotional well being. The children could understand and consider their options in that particular field. The session was very interactive as the topic of discussion triggered many new thoughts in young minds.
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Ekya / March 14, 2024

Strategies to help students focus on their studies

The famous quote by Bruce Lee, “Concentration is the root of all the higher abilities in man,” aptly describes the importance of concentration. When it comes to students, concentration plays a major role in their overall performance. From understanding the concepts in the classroom to solving advanced mathematical problems or playing their favourite sports, everything is directly related to the power of concentration. Many of them wonder how to stay focused on their studies. For them, it is advisable to take small breaks in between their study sessions. Also, students should make an effort to participate in an extracurricular of their choice, be it playing guitar or making goals in the field. Activities of their choice would not only give them a break from studies but would also boost their dopamine level.

As per American psychological society, there is a decline in student's attention for 10 to 15 minutes. However, there is a need to look out for strategies for boosting productivity and focus among students

Here are some tips to concentrate on studies and boost focus:

Prepare short summaries of the lessons:

After completing the lessons, preparing a summary of it will help students to get a good hold on the topic. Short summaries will also be useful during the revision before final exams. Sticky notes to write important points will also help

Take periodic breaks:

A small break after a study session is one of the learning tips for children given by many experts. Small breaks help students refresh their mind and focus on the topic. Students can also use the Pomodoro technique which includes 25 minutes of study and 5 minutes of break or 50 minutes of study and 10 minutes of break.

Encourage them to finish tasks faster:

Setting a time limit will help students to channel their energy in one direction. This is a good way to increase their concentration. Children should also be advised to divide the bigger tasks into smaller pieces and solve them one by one. This technique will teach students the lesson of time management and will enhance their concentration.

Try to make learning sessions fun:

It is one of the best tips for studying. As it will engage the students in the most fun manner. For this, various learning toys can be used to make them understand complex topics. Including memory games would also be a good option to increase their concentration.

Implement Ed-Tech learning:

Involving Ed-Tech learning is one of the best ways to keep the students engaged, as it captivates their attention. Ed-tech learning methods are designed in a way to not just boost the student's interest but also help improve their concentration.

Take the feedback seriously:

Always encourage the students to take the feedback given by their teachers seriously as this way they will get to know more about their weaker areas and work over them. It is a good way for students to channel their focus on the areas that demand more attention.

Understand the student's potential:

This point is very important for teachers and parents to consider. Every child is blessed in some or the other way. Comparing them with other students not just demoralises them but also lowers their confidence. So it is essential to understand the true potential of every student. This way they can excel in their desired career fields.   Ekya School is among the best schools in Bangalore, if you are seeking a school with an ICSE curriculum, this is the place for you. It is also among the CBSE schools in Bangalore, that provide students a holistic approach by innovative curriculum design based on the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework. With over 30 years of education legacy, it has excelled not only in academics but also outperformed in co-curricular activities. Ekya’s experienced teachers help students concentrate on studies through different methods of teaching, clearing doubts, and revision sessions, pedagogy method of teaching is applied for better outcomes. Moreover allowing students to take breaks, participate, and enjoy their personal activity time. Ekya promotes the importance of co-curriculum activities such as physical health, sports, school clubs, music, dance, coding, debating, and more. All these approaches help in concentration and focus, also these are elements that demand variety and quality breaks in between everything we do. Furthermore, students are offered excellent opportunities here in Ekya that help them grow in a safe and supportive environment.  

Ekya / March 04, 2024

Teachers, The Unsung Heroes

In the vast tapestry of society, there exists a group of individuals who are shaping futures, nurturing minds and instilling values but continue to remain unsung heroes. Their efforts and contributions often go unnoticed despite the indispensable role they play in society. Despite their pivotal role, teachers are most often undervalued and underappreciated. It’s crucial to recognise and acknowledge their efforts. Acceptance of their importance motivates them to continue their noble work.

Beyond the confines of books and teaching teachers play a significant role in shaping the lives of their students. They serve as mentors, confidants and role models guiding young children through challenges and opportunities. With their role comes great responsibility as they not only impart education but also nurture character, empathy, and resilience. Teachers have the power to ignite passion, unlock potential, and instil a lifelong love and learning.

The commitment of teachers transcends mere profession, it’s a lifelong dedication. Despite facing numerous challenges, from limited resources to societal pressures, they remain committed to their pursuit of providing quality education. The impact they create in the lives of individuals is unfathomable. The smile they bring to the faces of young children is something that only they are capable of and that’s what brings joy and fulfilment in their lives.

As we reflect on their profound impact, let’s celebrate and honour their invaluable role in shaping the world we live in. This tribute to teachers is a recognition of their transformative power in shaping the destiny of individuals and communities. Let’s cherish and support them in their noble endeavour to enlighten minds and build a brighter future for generations to come.

Sreepriya Unnikrishnan Head of School Ekya School, JP Nagar

Ekya / March 04, 2024

Education, the essence of life

Education is the most beautiful creation, be it in nature or human life. I choose to do the Cambridge International Diploma course to enhance my understanding of how to teach effectively. This course enabled me to accept challenges and think outside of the box. It helped me develop critical thinking in my students, motivating them to revolutionize their thought processes as they are taught “How to think?”, not “What to think?”.This course has helped me improve my teaching skills creating a better learning environment for my learners. The use of active learning strategies like think-pair-share, brainstorming, class discussion, and Socratic Questioning has helped widen their horizon, as the students develop problem-solving skills and communicating and collaborating skills. As a teacher, following my passion has been enriching and rewarding. Written by, Shalini Joshi
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Nurturing future leaders — Encouraging inquiry in children by  Mr. Ankit Agrawal

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” – John C. Maxwell. There is a budding leader in every child and it is our responsibility to guide them in the right direction so that they evolve as true leaders. Mr. Ankit Agrawal, parent of Avani, Mont-E5-Seniors at Ekya School JP Nagar shares this interesting blog on why leadership qualities are important for a child and how to nurture future leaders.

Nurturing future leaders — Encouraging inquiry in children

'Leader' is a word that has such a deep significance to it. A leader is a person who guides or shows others the way of success. A leader needs to inspire and work relentlessly to put people ahead. A leader commands when needed, guides when necessary and mentors all the time. Leadership today is missing its significance as people are self-declaring as leaders. The art of leading and inspiring others is disappearing. A leader needs to be respectful and at the same time harsh if required. A very complex combination that kids these days are required to be nurtured with. There are four crucial characteristics of fostering a future leader. 1. Being Fearless 2. Ask Why? 3. Respect Time 4. Accountability Being Fearless Being Fearless meaning not to be afraid of failing. We need to make children believe that there are no failures but only learning. No matter how challenging the task is, no matter how absurd an idea is, just do it without the worry of the end result. Every situation gives something to learn, and that will make one better and tougher. If you fear the failure then you will never take risks, if you never take risks then you will not go beyond your comfort zone and if you will not go beyond your comfort limit then you will not grow. A kid needs to be encouraged to not fear failure. Parents should inspire when they do not accomplish the goal and focus on the developments to conquer the obstacle. Ask Why? Always ask for justification if you do not understand any decision. Ask for reasons, ask as many questions as it may take for you to get convinced or to understand a judgment. A kid should always be encouraged to ask questions and should not be repressed from questioning. This gives them a clear explanation and a wider perspective to a related subject. This will help them in making similar choices on their own in the future. Respect Time Respecting someone’s time is that fading tradition that needs to be fostered from childhood. Kids need to be taught the significance of time. It starts by getting up in time and being ready in time to arrive at school before doors are closed. Once cultivated you will be astonished to see the self-organizing capability they develop. Accountability No Blame game, kids needs to be very meticulously taught how to accept a mistake and admit to that. They need to be taught to take full responsibility for whatever they do. Whether success or failure a leader should take complete ownership of the task. A leader is not born but conceived, it's just right set of components that are required to be taught at the right time. Kids are very quick in picking up things, so why not teach them today to be the leader of tomorrow?
A short profile of  Mr. Ankit Agrawal:
Mr. Ankit Agrawal is the Senior Project Manager at DevOn, a software engineer by profession but a cook and reader at heart. He loves to travel and explore local cuisines of different places and he is an amateur food photographer too.
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Grandparents Talk

Grandparents Talk for Montessori To address some questions and curiosities of our children, we organized an interactive session with the grandparents of a student in Montessori. Mrs. Presteena Pereira and Mr. Josy Pereira shared childhood stories about their schooling days, the fun they had playing outdoor games with friends and the excitement they had while listening to the radio (one of the very few sources of entertainment, as they mentioned). They encouraged students to learn, experiment, and participate as much as possible in school as well as respect their teachers and fellow mates. Our students eagerly listened to all their stories and asked them questions like how they played if they didn't have cell phones, computers or any sort of electronic gadgets. Our students presented a plant as a token of affection to our guests who took time off to visit the school and share their experiences with the little ones.
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