With the Coronavirus pandemic “lockdown” has become “word of the year”. This is attributed to the Coronavirus and its threat that has completely changed the way most of the world has experienced and lived the year 2020. While Coronavirus did not make it as “word of the year”, has gave the word “lockdown” this place. It has been on everyone’s …
Feedback – fuel for the learning process
A self-driving autonomous car can be expected to have the best set of features for a smooth, comfortable ride. However, what is variable is the experience en route. The real power of the autonomous car is in its ability to capture necessary data and use it to provide “Feedback” to the driving system, using which it adapts to the conditions …
Simulation based training – An ideal setting for achievement of FLOW and Optimal Experience
As per the Flow Model, the optimal experience is wherein the person is completely absorbed in what one does and fully involved in the present moment. The person in this state is considered to be in state of “Flow” wherein there is merging of action and awareness. There is concentration on the present moment wherein the end goal is just …
Lifelong learning and various terms for teachers in Sanskrit
What is Learning? The most basic definition of learning is “change”. Learning involves a change in learner’s competence, ability, understanding, attitude, belief, or whatever. Change is something which occurs over time1. Time therefore is an important aspect of the learning process. One of the most critical competencies to succeed these days is lifelong learning. Learning begins from the very day …