In celebration of National Education Day, the conference brought educators together to explore innovative, engaging approaches for today’s classrooms
New Delhi, [India], 28th November 2024: On the occasion of National Education Day, ARISE (Association for Reinventing School Education) in collaboration with FICCI ( Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) hosted a seminar on the topic The “Infusing Joy in Learning” curated by IAAT a not for profit organization founded in 2014, by Harvard University alumni. IAAT has over the years built a relevant and rigorous practice-based model for teacher education in the country. The seminar brought together a distinguished lineup of school principals, academic heads and education leaders who interacted with global education experts from Havard University, USA and Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom who presented transformative insights into using play-based learning and technology to shape more engaging, student classrooms.
The conference showcased an array of visionary perspectives, including those from Mara Krechevsky, Research Director at Harvard’s Project Zero; Yvonne Liu-Constant, Professor of Education at Harvard University; and Ward Mailliard, Chairman of the Education Committee at Mount Madonna School, USA. They emphasized the role of play and technology in fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and student agency, crucial components in reimagining the future of education and encouraged all the attendees to contribute to the sector.
Reflecting on the event’s success, Manit Jain, Co Founder, ARISE. This event designed to make a significant impact for the Indian school education sector. We believe that School leaders are now more equipped with practical strategies to create a more vibrant, meaningful and learning environments. By combining play-based approaches with innovative technology, educators now have actionable tools to shape classrooms that genuinely inspire and engage students. This conference has sparked new possibilities for making learning a joyful and transformative experience for students and teachers alike.”
Said Vinesh Menon, Director General, ARISE “ This seminar is reflective of one of the purposes of ARISE’s pillar to enable Impact across its member and non-member schools. ARISE has in collaboration with FICCI brought marquee experts in the field of education from around the globe to share best practices with the Indian academia. With the new ARISE 2.0, such initiatives will get more impetus and every program, seminar or conference that are curated will resonate with the end beneficiaries, be them school promoters or the regulators or the parents or teachers or the student. We thank IAAT for putting this short but highly informative seminar together and FICCI for supporting the initiative”
Key outcomes of the conference included strategies to enhance teacher education programs to prepare educators for 21st-century classrooms, enabling schools to cultivate skills and values essential for future success. Participants discussed how technology can enable personalized learning, making lessons more relevant and accessible. The event also offered a deeper understanding of play’s role in strengthening curiosity and resilience among students, underlining its value in fostering lifelong learning.
The “Infusing Joy in Learning” conference provided school leaders with the practical tools and insights necessary to bring about transformative change. Attendees left with renewed commitment and a set of innovative strategies designed to cultivate a culture of joy, curiosity, and growth in their schools.
About ARISE
Incubated under FICCI’s guidance in Year 2016 and relaunched in March 2024 as an independent autonomous industry body, ARISE continues to advance K-12 education reform, advocating for policy changes, conducting grassroots research, and creating a collaborative platform for education leaders. Through events like this conference, ARISE remains steadfast in its mission to help schools navigate the evolving educational needs and drive holistic development that equips students for success in the modern world.
About FICCI
Established in 1927, FICCI is the largest and oldest apex business organisation in India. Its history is closely interwoven with India’s struggle for independence, its industrialization, and its emergence as one of the most rapidly growing global economies.
A non-government, not-for-profit organisation, FICCI is the voice of India’s business and industry.
From influencing policy to encouraging debate, engaging with policy makers and civil society, FICCI articulates the views and concerns of industry. It serves its members from the Indian private and public corporate sectors and multinational companies, drawing its strength from diverse regional chambers of commerce and industry across states, reaching out to over 2,50,000 companies.
FICCI provides a platform for networking and consensus building within and across sectors and is the first port of call for Indian industry, policy makers and the international business community.
