FROM THE DIRECTOR'S DESK

 

We, at Indraprastha GLOBAL SCHOOL Noida, believe that through Experiential Learning our students will learn ‘how’ to think rather than ‘what’ to think while gaining important real-world experience that leads to character-building. My alma mater, Stanford University, is famous for its motto “Die Luft der Freiheit weht” (“The winds of Freedom blow”), interpreted as a clarion call for innovation; that world-class institutions like Stanford stand ready to change and innovate with the times while also maintaining a core set of values. 

I will take this opportunity to give you a brief glimpse into the three broad areas of innovation that we are implementing here: subject innovations (innovation in what is taught), pedagogical innovations (innovations in how a subject is taught), and interpersonal innovations (innovations in how the school community connects within and without).For the middle school, we have recently started the Coding Curriculum, as we believe that coding will be as fundamental a skill in the 21st century as Mathematics was in the 20th century. In terms of pedagogical innovations, our parent community is aware of the changes we have made to the pedagogy of teaching and learning in the midst of this academic session like the introduction of Montessori Lab, Reading Programme etc.

Lastly, but most importantly, I will turn to interpersonal innovations which we have initiated like Coffee morning with school authorities to implement an open-door policy between students, parents and the teachers. On the interpersonal level, I am sure our parents are excited about virtual international student exchanges and seminars for our parent and student community with international experts.
 
Overall, I would like to especially emphasise here that all these innovations can only succeed with the co-operation of parents. Only if we come together as a community can we make sure that our students are equipped with the critical thinking, tools, skills, and values to deal with the challenges of the 21st century. I invite parents, students, teachers, and staff to be a constructive part of this journey! Welcome!

 

Mohit Thukral