From the Desk of Principal
HOW CAN WE DEVELOP 21ST CENTURY SKILLS?
In a world that is advancing at a pace unimaginable a few decades ago, a world that thrives in so much of information available at a mere click or a swipe, it is obligatory to develop the 21st century skills, not only to survive as Darwin would put it, but to live and make a difference. Considering the socio - economic changes taking place globally and the technologies that are evolving, it is necessary to develop effective problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills in students so that they may take rational decisions based on true knowledge and experience. The big question is How to develop critical thinking? While the list of strategies is long, to name a few, this can be done best by giving students real life problems and question their opinion and prospective solutions they may have to offer. But it doesn't stop there. It is imperative to know the rationale behind the inferences made, especially if it requires to challenge the trust worthiness of social media posts. The engagement of students can be enhanced further by giving
Regards,
Mr. Jai Prakash Pal
Principal