Education for Peace and Empowerment

 My Experience at the Second Phase Curriculum Framework WorkshopOver the past two days, I had the privilege of participating in the second phase curriculum framework workshop held in Hyderabad, jointly organized by UNICEF, Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, and Vigyan Ashram. Today marks the final day of this enriching event, which brought together experts from various domains, including officials from UNICEF, consultants from Raspberry Pi, academia from pijam organization, tech field officers from Vigyan Ashram Pune, and a select group of tech-enthusiast teachers from Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. .         Mr Sheshagiri KM Rao Education expert from unicef observing work of teachers The workshop commenced on December 11 with an introduction and keynote address by Mr. Sheshagiri KM Rao an academic expert from UNICEF. He laid the foundation by discussing the urgent need for technological integration into the Indian education system, stating that ...

AI is already transforming industries, and in the next five years, its impact on jobs will be even more significant. Some jobs will decline, new ones will emerge, and different countries will experience gains or losses based on how well they adapt to AI-driven changes. Jobs That Will Decline (Collapse) AI will replace roles that involve repetitive tasks, pattern recognition, and data processing. Key areas of decline include: 1. Customer Support (Basic Queries) – AI chatbots and virtual assistants will handle most customer inquiries. 2. Data Entry & Clerical Work – Automation will eliminate the need for manual data entry. 3. Manufacturing & Assembly Line Jobs – AI-powered robots will replace human workers in factories. 4. Retail Cashiers – Self-checkout systems and cashier-less stores (like Amazon Go) will reduce cashier jobs. 5. Basic Graphic Design & Content Writing – AI tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT will automate simple creative tasks. 6. Telemarketing & Sales Cal...

CARE: Child Active Resourceful Education System Reforms for Successful and Sustainable Learning Author: Ramesh Vanapalli (M.Sc., M.A., M.Ed) Institution: Z.P.H. School, L.Kota, Vizianagaram Presented at: National Teachers’ Science Congress 2013 Abstract Education in the modern era demands a shift from traditional teacher-centered models to learner-centered frameworks that encourage creativity, autonomy, and lifelong learning. The Child Active Resourceful Education (CARE) system addresses these needs by proposing comprehensive reforms in curriculum, pedagogy, resource utilization, and evaluation methods. CARE emphasizes individualized attention, accountability, and the integration of multi-disciplinary approaches to create a more effective, engaging, and sustainable learning environment. This paper presents an analysis of the CARE system, including its theoretical basis, practical implementation, and outcomes, along with recommendations for its integration into existing educational fram...