Induction Programme

A walk through the premises, absorbing and understanding how each space contributes to the learning experiences of children is an initial connect made by a facilitator in Shikshantar. Further, to deeply understand the process and build linkages with the philosophy and practices, an Induction Programme is facilitated for new facilitators every academic year in the months of April and May. The fresh perspectives and open interactions is a welcomed learning for old team members also.

Sessions included educational philosophies and work of educators and thinkers such as Erikson, Piaget, Vygotsky, His Holiness Dalai Lama, Aurobindo and the Mother. Sharing of classroom experiences, interactive discussions, group work, case vignettes and power point presentations guided the facilitators to reflect on the application of theories and philosophies in classrooms. Children’s anecdotes and observations shared by the facilitators helped in widening the understanding. Experiences of resources such as art, music, dance and sports also provided them an understanding of the importance of integral education and holistic development of children.