Dr Shradha Vasisht’s Post

The recent statistics from Lok Sabha regarding the education crisis in Uttar Pradesh are alarming. With over 11.7 million children across India out of school, and Uttar Pradesh alone contributing approximately 785,000 of these students, we stand at a critical juncture. Education is not just a fundamental right; it is the foundation of empowerment. Without it, we risk losing dreams and potential that could shape our future. The Ministry of Education's acknowledgment of this issue emphasizes the urgency of action.At DEVI Sansthan, we are committed to tackling this crisis through several key initiatives:1. Training Educators as Leaders to foster innovative teaching practices.2. Developing Community-Centered Learning Models to ensure inclusivity.3. Utilizing Technology to make quality education accessible for all.4. Advocating for policies that prioritize Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN).The time for action is now. Together, we can transform the landscape of education and ensure every child's right to an empowered future. #EducationCrisis #FoundationalLiteracy #CommunityLearning #TechInEducation #ChildRights #Empowerment #EducationForAll

The Alarming Education Crisis in Uttar Pradesh! Recent data from the Lok Sabha reveals a distressing scenario—over 11.7 million children across India are not enrolled in schools. Uttar Pradesh alone accounting for a staggering 7.85 lakh out-of-school students. States like Jharkhand and Assam are also grappling with thousands of children missing out on education. These numbers are more than statistics—they represent dreams deferred, potential lost, and futures at stake. Parliament's Education Minister Jayant Chaudhary responded to the question of Telugu Desham Party MP Mathukumili Shri Bharat from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh that more than 11 lakh 70 thousand students across the country are deprived of admission in schools. At DEVI Sansthan, we believe that education is the cornerstone of empowerment. By equipping young learners with Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) skills, we can transform not only individual lives but also the trajectory of our nation. Our Contribution to FLN: 1️⃣ Training Educators as Leaders – We empower teachers with innovative teaching methodologies, fostering a culture of lifelong learning. 2️⃣ Community-Centered Learning Models – Bridging the gap between schools and communities to create sustainable and inclusive education ecosystems. 3️⃣ Tech-Enabled Learning Resources – Leveraging technology to make quality education accessible to every child, regardless of their socio-economic background. 4️⃣ Policy Advocacy for FLN – Engaging with policymakers to prioritize foundational literacy and numeracy as a national imperative. It’s time for collective action to ensure every child’s Right to Education becomes a reality. Together, we can rewrite the future for these young minds and drive impactful change. P.S. Reshare if you feel these numbers are concerning. #YogiAdityanath #EducationNews #UPNews #RightToEducation #FLN #ChildEmpowerment #FutureOfIndia #ABPNews #EducationMatters #SocialImpact #UttarPradesh #UttarPradeshNews

📚 This is a bold step towards building a stronger, more resilient education system, but challenges like resource allocation and parental resistance remain. #EducationReform #IndiaEducation #NoDetentionPolicy #LearningOutcomes #SchoolReforms #GlobalEducation #AcademicSuccess #StudentFocus #EducationalGrowth #OutcomeBasedLearning #FutureOfEducation #CentralSchools #KendriyaVidyalaya #NavodayaVidyalaya #SainikSchools #EducationMatters

The Central Government has scrapped the no-detention policy for Classes 5 and 8 in central schools, effective this academic session. 🚸 This change impacts over 3,000 schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Sainik Schools, and Eklavya Model Residential Schools. The move aims to ensure better accountability, stronger foundational learning, and improved academic outcomes for students. 💡 Key Highlights: ✅ Students will no longer be promoted without meeting academic standards. ✅ Regular assessments and remedial support will help struggling students. ✅ A step towards outcome-based education and reducing learning gaps. 📚 This is a bold step towards building a stronger, more resilient education system, but challenges like resource allocation and parental resistance remain. 🔗 Read the full article for detailed insights: https://lnkd.in/gjwGdKnA Ministry of Education, Government of India, New Delhi #EducationReform #IndiaEducation #NoDetentionPolicy #LearningOutcomes #SchoolReforms #GlobalEducation #AcademicSuccess #StudentFocus #EducationalGrowth #OutcomeBasedLearning #FutureOfEducation #CentralSchools #KendriyaVidyalaya #NavodayaVidyalaya #SainikSchools #EducationMatters

Students from Rajasthan participate in the Youth Parliament session organized at the Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha to represent the voices of students and the education system. They highlight the conditions, problems, challenges, and other issues that students face in the current education system and institutions. The way they raise their voices and issues is remarkable and astonishing. This points out that if these students are aware of such issues, changes should be made, and new policies should be implemented for the betterment of education quality and the education system. The government is going to take corrective measures against unethical practices and create new policies in the education system so that students receive fair and quality education, and their exploitation is stopped. All students should be treated equally, without any discrimination based on intelligence, marks, or other factors. #education #educationpolicy #educationsystem #parliamentrysession #kota #rajasthan #students #neet #jee #competitiveexams #educationalinstitutions

🌟 Exciting News for Education in Bihar! 🌟 The Bihar Education Department has taken a monumental step towards inclusive education by launching online admissions for the RTE Act, Section 12(1)(c) - the largest affirmative action in the elementary education system of the country. This initiative opens doors for children across the state to access quality education in ~11,000 private unaided schools, with over ~1.25 lakh seats available! A heartfelt thanks to Indus Action for their pivotal role as a non-financial technical partner to the Government, ensuring the smooth implementation of this process. The first-round lottery has successfully placed 23,000 students for the 2024 academic year. This milestone is a testament to the power of collaboration and commitment to creating equitable education opportunities. Here's to a brighter future for our young learners in Bihar! 🌱📚 It may be the perfect time for the Governments of West Bengal, Punjab, Assam, and Jharkhand to follow Bihar's example and ensure an equitable space for every child in elementary education, irrespective of their background. #EducationForAll #InclusiveEducation #RTE #BiharEducation #IndusAction #TransformingEducation #EqualOpportunity

In Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar district, the Pardhi community is grappling with the possible closure of their only school under the National Education Policy 2020. This critical institution serves a nomadic community that already struggles with access to education. With over 14,000 schools in the state potentially impacted, this could further marginalize children who depend on local schools for primary education. Read more about this important issue affecting rural education in India: In Nagar: Denying Schooling to the Deprived https://lnkd.in/eRX57Xew #EducationForAll #RuralDevelopment #NationalEducationPolicy #InclusiveEducation

Exploring in #Education in #India - 7 #PrimaryEducation in #India Primary education in India is divided into #LowerPrimary (Class I-V) and #UpperPrimary (Class VI-VIII). Targeting #children aged 6 to 14, the #government emphasizes #elementaryeducation under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009, which mandates free education up to Class VIII and bans #child labour to keep children out of unsafe work environments. Despite efforts, enforcement is challenging due to economic disparities and social conditions. About 80% of elementary schools are government-run, making it the largest provider of #education. As of 2011, India had approximately 5.8 million #elementary #school #teachers and 2.1 million #secondaryschool teachers as of March 2012. However, many #students #graduate with poor #literacy and #numeracy skills, with only 50% of fifth-graders in rural areas able to read a Standard II-level text, and only 29% able to do basic division as of 2019. Challenges in the #educationsystem include high pupil-to-teacher ratios, inadequate #infrastructure, and insufficient #teachertraining. Efforts like the District Education Revitalisation Programme (DERP) aim to improve primary education by funding school construction and alternative education, but issues like #corruption hinder #progress. Notably, Kerala achieved 100% primary education in January 2016 through its Athulyam literacy program. The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (Education for All) initiative has led to high gross enrollment ratios of 93-95% in recent years and increased female enrollment. Nonetheless, quality issues persist, largely due to teacher absenteeism and negligence, with significant percentages of teachers absent or not teaching during inspections. #learning

Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform teaching-learning classrooms in primary schools, and that, too, at scale? 👉 Besides training teachers, strengthening teacher trainers and mentors in government schools is crucial for improving foundational literacy and numeracy outcomes. This enables them to conduct classroom observations and share meaningful feedback with teachers to improve teaching learning practices in #FLN. 🎯 In line with this objective, a two-day supportive supervision workshop was organised for government stakeholders- State Resource Groups (SRGs) and Academic Resource Persons (ARPs) in the Bhadohi district, Uttar Pradesh. The workshop aimed to enhance the capabilities of SRGs and ARPs in developing strategies for effective communication, classroom observation, spot assessment and collaborative supervision. Led by our academic expert team, it witnessed active participation from attendees.  👉This workshop was conducted under our project, which is being implemented in collaboration with district administration in Bhadohi and IndusInd Bank to improve learning outcomes of Grade 1 to 3 students. An increased focus on improving teaching-learning processes, strengthening academic support by block and cluster officials for teachers, implementing structured pedagogy in classrooms, and improving student assessment and remediation are the salient features of the project. MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA| Government of Uttar Pradesh | Avinash Kuldeep | Diana S. Fernandes | Matilda Lobo #FLN #NIPUNBharat #LLF #LanguageandLearningFoundation #foundationalliteracy #qualityeducation #sdg4 #UttarPradesh

A Step Forward for Special Education in Maharashtra The recent announcement by the Maharashtra government to regularize over 3,000 special teachers is undoubtedly a positive step towards improving the landscape of special education in the state. This move not only provides much-needed job security to these dedicated professionals but also signifies a growing recognition of the importance of inclusive education. Furthermore, the government's plans for additional appointments of special teachers demonstrate a commitment to addressing the existing gap in support for students with special needs. By ensuring the presence of these educators in each taluka, the state is taking steps to make specialized education more accessible to students across the region. However, while these developments are commendable, there are areas where further clarity is needed. The article falls short in providing specifics about the qualifications and training requirements for the additional appointments. Additionally, it remains unclear how the government plans to address the potential backlog of students awaiting specialized support. A comprehensive strategy for ongoing recruitment and training of special education teachers is also essential to ensure the sustainability of these efforts. Ultimately, while this is a significant step forward, it's crucial to monitor the implementation of these plans closely and advocate for continued investment in special education to create truly inclusive classrooms for all students. #specialeducation #inclusion #Maharashtra #education #disabilityrights https://lnkd.in/ghvVp28N.