Good Schools of India
Joy of Learning Weekly #22
My Good School
My Good School on Sunday began with Amardeep discussing his visual ethnographic research on Guru Nanak's travels, highlighting cultural understanding and funding challenges while sharing insights about spiritual locations and themes of unity. Amardeep explored concepts of open-mindedness and unconventional truths, encouraging patience and understanding in teaching, while addressing technical difficulties during his presentation. The session concluded with discussions about spiritual journeys, the meaning of various terms related to Sikhism, and Brinda's presentation on how human activities have transformed natural landscapes in Central Europe.
Hearts That Share & Minds That Grow
The students of Lotus Petals Foundation eagerly look forward to My Good School on Sundays, as it's their special time for reflection and joy. They cherish this quiet moment where thoughts are shared, feelings are expressed, and learnings are celebrated. For them, Sunday reflections are not just about looking back, but also about dreaming ahead. They love the warmth, the stories, and the sense of togetherness it brings, making it the most awaited part of their week.
देने का जज़्बा: इंसानियत की असली पहचान
“Those who give freely, live fully.” – Reena Devi, Principal, Arthur Foot Academy.
Enhancing Trust and Learning Culture
Brewing Knowledge Friday: The discussion focused on educational concepts, including constructivism, discovery learning, and the importance of structured teaching methods, with participants exploring various learning approaches and their effectiveness. The session concluded with reflections on the nature of education and knowledge, emphasising the value of deep understanding and authentic teaching methods, as well as discussions about available resources and future meeting plans.
Books of The Week: Saturday, 19th of July 2025
The Greatest Game: Being the Further Adventures of Kimball O’Hara by Stephen Alter
Meet and greet with the author at The English Book Depot.
Stephen Alter is the author of more than twenty books of fiction and non-fiction. Wild Himalaya: A Natural History of the Greatest Mountain Range on Earth, a work of non-fiction, received the 2020 Banff Mountain Book Award in the Mountain Environment and Natural History category. His memoir, Becoming a Mountain: Himalayan Journeys in Search of the Sacred and the Sublime, won the Kekoo Naoroji Book Award for Himalayan Literature. In the Jungle of the Night, a novel about Jim Corbett, was shortlisted for the DSC Prize for South Asian Literature. His latest work includes The Cobra’s Gaze: Exploring India’s Wild Heritage, Death in Shambles: A Hill Station Mystery, and Birdwatching: A Novel, which won the 2023 Greenlitfest Book of the Year.
Productive Failure and Learning Boosts
At the Saturday Masterclass, Sandeep discussed the concept of productive Failure and its cognitive and affective benefits, including the Zeigarnik effect and the idea of enduring progress. He explained the four Assisted Boost Level steps (ABLe 1-4) that help convert productive Failure into unexpected success, using examples from everyday life and the graphic representation of these levels. Sandeep emphasised the importance of completion as a motivator and shared a puzzle challenge to illustrate how curiosity and interest can drive learning. He also mentioned attending a virtual reality summit, highlighting the potential of this technology in the education sector.
The Impact of Productive Failure on Creative Problem-Solving: A Study of Student Learning Outcomes
Productive Failure, a concept introduced by Manu Kapur, suggests that Failure can be a valuable learning experience, leading to increased creativity and improved problem-solving skills. This study explores the impact of Productive Failure on student learning outcomes, particularly in the context of creative problem-solving. Read Amit Mittal’s post on our blog.