Class Eight - Colonial Education by GRACY ESTHAR https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m Rabindranath Tagore's Unique concept of Education en-us 2022-09-15 17:40:56 UTC 2023-09-29 17:43:53 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f603.png Watch this video and share your thoughts gracy10 https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2298736461 2022-09-15 17:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2298736461 Question to reflect: gracy10 https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2298738834 1. What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
2. What's unquie at Shantiniketan?
3. Share your thoughts about Tagore's Unquie concept of Education]]> 2022-09-15 17:44:45 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2298738834 Anwita https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2713020157 1. What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Ans: He defined education as that which is one with life, and he believed that only education can give us real freedom. It is therefore essential that in the process of education, we achieve the all-round development of the individual for harmonious adjustment to reality 

2. What's unique at Shantiniketan?
Ans: In other schools, the classes were held in the classroom but in Shantiniketan, classes were held under the tree. They believe that students have to learn on the lap of nature. In other schools, free food and free education were not provided however, these facilities were provided in Shantiniketan

3. Share your thoughts about Tagore's Unquie concept of Education
Ans: Personally, Tagore's concept of education emphasized holistic development, creativity, and freedom, nurturing individuals to think independently and connect with nature and society.]]> 2023-09-20 15:19:04 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2713020157 - Samvit https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2715713617 1. What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Tagore said that education refers to 'that which is one with life'. He believed that only education could give us complete freedom in terms of freedom of mind, freedom of heart and freedom of will. 

2. What's unique at Shantiniketan?
Shantiniketan followed a unique way of education. The elder students served and looked after the younger ones. The students learnt many languages such as Bengali, Chinese, French, etc. The students had many extracurricular activities to choose from, such as textile printing, modeling, leatherwork, drawing and painting, etc. We could see that many of the students in the video were very happy doing what they were, leading to the title 'the abode of peace'.

3. Share your thoughts about Tagore's Unique concept of education.
This school in Shantiniketan offers many opportunities for young boys and girls. The students get to choose what they would like to do, many options being put before them. I would sure like to go to a school with so many possibilites.
]]> 2023-09-22 04:10:44 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2715713617 Ruhaan https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2717655906 Q1 What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Ans:Rabindranath Tagore, the renowned Indian poet, philosopher, and Nobel laureate, had a profound and unique perspective on education. He believed that education should not be confined to the narrow boundaries of classrooms and textbooks but should be deeply intertwined with life itself. Tagore's views on education were rooted in his broader philosophy of life and freedom.

Q2 What is unique at Shantiniketan?
Ans: It is a non-communal school for boys and girls. Where education is held in close communion with nature. To build close relationship of student and teacher classes were kept very small and informal. Various languages were taught in the Cheena Bhavan such as Chinese, French, Tibetan, Sanskrit, Bengali. Different arts were taught in the Kala Bhavan such as textile printing, modeling, leather work, Rangoli, Fresco, wood cut, embroidery, weaving. A variety of dance forms were taught in the  Sangeet Bhavan such as Manipuri dancing. Then they had to bath at 11 am. After that there was lunch time at 11:30 where the older kids served the younger kids which taught them a valuable lesson " There is no such thing as degrading work. ". They had to do manual work for hand and eye coordination. They encouraged hobbies such as bird feeding. In the late evenings there were entertainment programs organized by the kids like dance performance. Every Wednesday morning all the students have to gather at the shrine to worship god in all his glory without and picture or sculpture. All the seasons are welcomed with songs.

Q3 Share your thoughts about Rabindranath Tagore's unique concept of Education.
Ans: Rabindranath Tagore's concept of education is a rich tapestry of ideas that emphasizes holistic development, creativity, and a deep connection with nature and culture. It challenges conventional educational paradigms by placing life at the center of learning and striving for the true liberation of the individual. Tagore's ideas continue to inspire educators worldwide and offer a refreshing perspective on the purpose and nature of education.]]> 2023-09-24 07:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2717655906 Saanvi.Rao https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2718062132 1. What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
A-Rabindranath Tagore had a unique and profound perspective on education. To him, education was not limited to the conventional classroom-based learning or rote memorization of facts. Instead, Tagore believed that education should be a holistic and liberating experience that nurtured a person's mind, body, and soul. He emphasized the importance of creativity, imagination, and self-expression in the educational process.

2. What's unquie at Shantiniketan?
A-Shantiniketan stands out for its harmonious blend of education and nature, with a campus surrounded by lush gardens and open spaces. It follows a gurukul system, fostering close teacher-student relationships. The institution places a strong emphasis on the arts, encouraging creative expression in music, dance, and literature. Shantiniketan maintains an international outlook, attracting students and scholars worldwide for a multicultural environment. It celebrates cultural festivals and follows an alternative approach to education, nurturing individuality and critical thinking. Above all, it carries the rich legacy of Rabindranath Tagore and his profound contributions to literature, making it truly unique.

3. Share your thoughts about Tagore's Unquie concept of Education.
A-Tagore's unique concept of education is unique. Instead of just books and classrooms, he believed in learning from nature, arts, and life itself. He thought students should connect with nature and express themselves creatively. It's about nurturing each person's individuality, making them thoughtful, kind, and responsible. Tagore's idea is like a breath of fresh air in a world sometimes too focused on exams and grades. It reminds us that education is not just about facts but also about becoming a better person and understanding the world in a deeper way.

]]> 2023-09-24 17:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2718062132 Hemit Kayani_18 https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2719677402 Q.1 what does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Ans-> Rabindranath Tagore believed that education is the way of freedom to seek potential and freedom from both heart and mind.

Q.2 Whats unique at Shantiniketan?
Ans-> Shantiniketan is unique as the way of they're lifestyle is different where the older student serves for and takes care of the younger one.

Q.3 Share your thoughts about Tagore's unique concept of education.
Ans-> Rabindranath Tagore's concept of education is unique as where the child/student gets to do whatever he/she desires to do. The student also gets a chance to do activities such as painting, dancing, leatherwork etc. Side by side. It also encourages and teaches you to learn different languages like Chinese, French, Bengali, etc.]]> 2023-09-25 16:43:52 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2719677402 Kieshaa Shethia https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2719755721 1)What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Ans) Tagore’s philosophy of education emphasized the importance of a learner-centered approach that encourages creativity, imagination, and critical thinking. He believed that the purpose of education should be to inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity in learners, rather than simply imparting information.
In his view, education should also foster a deep appreciation of nature, the arts, and culture. He believed that true education should help individuals develop a love for learning and cultivate a sense of empathy and social responsibility towards others.

2)What is unique at Shantiniketan?
Democratic values,Spirituality,Artistic expression,Nature-Based Education,Multicultural education,The importance of experiential learning,The Gurukul System,Creative Learning are taught to the children so,this is  unique about Shantiniketan.

3.Share your thoughts about Tagore unique path of education.
I think that this way of learning will be quite efficient for students as they are learning a lot of Multicultural education and this way of creative learning might also make the students very bright and most importantly learn to be down to earth.
]]> 2023-09-25 17:34:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2719755721 Pearl Vora_09 pearlvora https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2726392854 Q1. What does education mean to Rabindranath Tagore?
Ans. Rabindranath Tagore believed that students should be free and happy while learning and should have some exposure to the natural environment thus there were no classrooms. He also believed that true education should help individuals develop a love for learning and cultivate a sense of empathy and social responsibility towards others.

2. What is unique at Shantiniketan?
Ans. Rabindranath Tagore set up an educational institution called Visva-Bharti at Shantiniketan ('abode of peace'), near Calcutta. The school started with only five students and aimed to bring the learning process closer to Nature . as opposed to the strict rote learning of British schools, where creativity was encouraged. Classrooms in Shantiniketan were under the skies, so even if a student's mind wanders, it would dwell in the cosmos. Also, The Gurukul system, creativity, and spirituality were taught to them in Shantiniketan.

Q3, Share your thoughts about Tagore's Unique concept of Education.
Ans. I think this way of making children learn will be really helpful as they are learning many things and a lot of multicultural education was taught to them. They also get a chance to do activities in art and culture. etc. They also learn many languages. Thus this is a really great way of teaching.]]> 2023-09-29 17:43:41 UTC https://padlet.com/gracy10/lbjvw1sggppyih3m/wish/2726392854