American teachers impressed by Delhi edu model
A delegation of 15 American teachers visited the Rajkiya Sarvodaya Kanya Bal Vidyalaya in West Vinod Nagar here on Wednesday, as part of the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classroom programme of the US government.
This visit aimed to provide the American teachers with first-hand experience of Delhi’s education model and its innovative practices.
The teachers were welcomed by Atishi, the Delhi Education minister, who highlighted the significance of the visit. During their time at the school, the delegation had the opportunity to engage with the students, attend the renowned Happiness Class, and experience the Entrepreneurship Mindset Curriculum. These interactions allowed the American teachers to gain invaluable insights into the curriculum and teaching methodologies employed by Delhi government schools, which have garnered worldwide admiration.
Atishi, in her conversation with the American teachers, emphasised the AAP government’s commitment to ensuring quality education for every child in Delhi. She acknowledged the divide between public and private schools and expressed the government’s determination to change this scenario.
Atishi highlighted the significant investments in teacher training, improvements in school infrastructure, and the development of three unique mindset curriculums aimed at fostering responsible citizenship among students. Alex Pajares from Brooklyn, New York, shared his experience, stating, “The visit to this Delhi government school and witnessing the Delhi education model firsthand has been truly eye-opening. The innovative approaches and the state government’s commitment to excellence in education are truly inspiring.”
Marilyn Pryle from Pennsylvania expressed her amazement at the transformative impact of the Delhi education model, particularly the implementation of the Entrepreneurship Mindset Curriculum. She remarked, “Developing an entrepreneurship mindset among students is an important part of education in the current scenario, and the Delhi government is implementing it in its schools in a unique way through EMC.”
Katerina M Johnson from Aurora, Colorado, commended the Delhi model, stating, “The Delhi education model is a shining example of how prioritising education and investing in teacher training can lead to remarkable changes in the lives of students. I am excited to implement the lessons learned during this visit in my own teaching practice.”
Atishi also emphasised on the significance of international teacher exchange programs like Fulbright Teacher Exchanges, stating that they foster global collaboration and promote the exchange of ideas and best practices in education. She applauded the cohort of American teachers for their excellence and leadership in their home school districts and expressed her delight at welcoming them.
