teachers

Speak of the sad state of education today and people are quick to blame teachers – their lack of motivation, interest in making a quick buck through tuitions, absenteeism, etc. But here’s one organization that does not just appreciate their efforts but increases their motivation to teach. It gives them the tools and support necessary to become problem solvers in a larger movement for the betterment of education.

Nishadbanu Vajifdhar, a 22-year-old woman from Haldharu village in Gujarat, found a wonderful way to honour all the teachers who have taught her right from primary school till college. Not only has she set a great example for many others to follow, but has also inspired young people in the village to pursue higher education.

In an effort to ensure the smooth functioning of schools in the city, the Delhi government has decided not to deploy school teachers for census work. A circular in this respect has already been issued to school principals.

This Teachers' Day, we are honouring some of the most unique teachers from all over the country. They inspire, amaze, enlighten and motivate. Have a look at them doing their brilliant jobs.

The story of a Teach For India Alumni who decided to stay back beyond the two years of his Fellowship to teach in an under resourced school as a full time teacher. Anoop Parik talks about what motivated him and the key stakeholders involved in making Teach For India's vision of "One day all children will attain an excellent education" a reality.

Cinema and its larger than life presence affects each one of us, directly or indirectly. We look up to some characters, act like them and even aspire to be like them. Indian movies have given us some amazing characters in teacher's role. Here is a list of some of the most memorable teachers in Indian movies.

A writer describes his meeting with Sudhanshu Biswas, the 99-year-old freedom fighter from West Bengal who runs schools, orphanages and dispensaries for the poor.