Source: https://pixy.org/4445495/ Visit Is Giving Credit Hard? Introduction As an educator, I always face the dilemma of whether to penalize my students when they copy someone’s work in an assignment. Recently, my colleague failed one of the students who had some academic challenges, even though he had cited the source—the only mistake he committed was … Continue reading Navigating the Complex World of Plagiarism in Education: Understanding Its Impact on Struggling Students
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Shaping Tomorrow: Teachers Outshine Technology in Educating Our Children
Recently, I visited Parariya, my village situated in Sarlahi, Nepal. Yes, I am from Madhesh. We have a school called Madhur Kunti Maya Secondary School, fondly referred to as Ma-Ku-Ma by the students and alums. This institution, a legacy of my grandparents, who dreamt of educating the children of their village, stands as a testament … Continue reading Shaping Tomorrow: Teachers Outshine Technology in Educating Our Children
When Experience Isn’t Enough: Navigating the Canadian Teacher Recruitment Maze
Canada, a nation celebrated for its top-tier education system, faces a teacher shortage. As schools scramble to fill classrooms with educators, one would think experienced teachers would be welcomed with open arms. Yet, an unsettling irony has emerged in the recruitment process. I recently sat for an interview for a teaching position in Canada. My … Continue reading When Experience Isn’t Enough: Navigating the Canadian Teacher Recruitment Maze
Re-Engineering Nepal’s Education: The Imperative of Social Justice Integration and AI-Assisted Pedagogy
Image Source: onlinekhabar Recently, I came across the article in Nepali Times, "Nepal’s hard working students overseas." It claimed that "At a recent graduation ceremony of one Australian university, 300 students paraded across the stage to receive their diplomas. All were Nepalis, except one." Should I be shocked? Amused? On my recent visit to Nepal, … Continue reading Re-Engineering Nepal’s Education: The Imperative of Social Justice Integration and AI-Assisted Pedagogy
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