How Digital Simulations Strengthened Biology Learning” “Nothing happened!” That was the reaction from a few students as they looked at their balloons after the yeast fermentation experiment. While some groups watched their balloons inflate, others were puzzled by balloons that remained completely flat. Instead of giving them the answer, I asked: “Why do you think …
I am Anjali Hotchandani, a passionate French language educator dedicated to making language learning engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable. As a teacher, I am deeply interested in exploring innovative pedagogical approaches that transform students into active learners. My passion lies in simplifying language acquisition through creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking while fostering confidence and cultural awareness. …
Teaching Arabic to non-native speakers requires more than introducing new vocabulary and grammar; it requires creating opportunities for students to use the language in meaningful and enjoyable situations. While teaching the Grade 7 lesson “Camping,” I wanted my students to move beyond memorising words and begin using Arabic naturally and confidently. To achieve this, I …
“संवाद से सजीव अधिगम तक: ‘राम-लक्ष्मण-परशुराम संवाद’ में रोल प्ले की भूमिका” रोल प्ले गतिविधि द्वारा ‘राम-लक्ष्मण-परशुराम संवाद’ का प्रभावी शिक्षण कक्षा-कक्ष में यदि शिक्षण को केवल पाठ पढ़ाने तक सीमित न रखकर उसे गतिविधि-आधारित बनाया जाए, तो कठिन विषय भी विद्यार्थियों के लिए सरल और रुचिकर बन जाते हैं। इसी उद्देश्य से मैंने कक्षा …
Watching my son grow at DPS Sharjah has been one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences of my life as a parent. When he first joined the school, there was excitement, curiosity, and, of course, a little nervousness. Looking back, I realise that the little boy who walked into school with so many questions …
For the past ten years, parenthood has been one of the most cherished parts of my life. Being a mother to two wonderful children has taught me lessons that no classroom, book, or mentor ever could. They have taught me patience, empathy, self-care, and the importance of remaining an individual rather than becoming a perpetually …
As parents, we often measure our children’s growth through visible milestones – certificates, awards, performances and achievements. Yet, some of the moments that shape a child most deeply are the ones that never make it into a certificate. They are the moments when a child faces the unexpected, takes a breath, steps forward and says, …
“We often say, “Our children have everything we never had, so why are they struggling so much?” But perhaps the real question is: “Do they have what they need most from us?” As millennial parents, we sometimes forget that our children are growing up in a world vastly different from the one we knew. We …
A few days ago, my child came home with a test paper. The marks were lower than usual. Nothing dramatic happened, but I could see a little disappointment on their face. “Not happy with the marks?” I asked. “No. I thought I would do better.” Instead of immediately asking, “Why did you get so few …
As parents, we all aspire to see our children grow into confident, compassionate, responsible, and successful individuals. While academic achievement is important, true success goes beyond marks, grades, and qualifications. It is equally important for children to develop strong character, positive attitudes, and the ability to make responsible choices. At the heart of this development …
