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Ayush Pratap Singh (BAJMC 3rd sem)
The teaching activity took place over eight days with a group of students from the Human Touch Foundation in Sakipur village, Zeta 1, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. This marked the start of the NGO’s journey. On the first day, I introduced myself and had the students do the same. This activity gave me an opportunity to evaluate their existing knowledge and capabilities. During this initial session, I learned that most students attended school, but two, Afiya and Sonam, were not enrolled. I personally encouraged them to attend school and coordinated with the NGO to reach out to their parents to arrange for their enrollment. I also took time to understand each student’s individual challenges and brainstorm potential solutions.
On the second day, I used traditional teaching methods, which have long been a staple in education. While familiar, these methods lack active learning, which is essential for student engagement. A few students showed interest, but most seemed disengaged. Observing this, I decided to implement more innovative techniques, especially for those who were not attending school.
That day, I requested the organization to organize a poster-making competition to stimulate creativity and give students an outlet for expressing their emotions and aspirations. The competition, held in an open field near the teaching area, aimed to foster emotional development. It brought together both formal and informal social groups, creating a sense of optimism. Every participant received an award, and top performers were given special prizes. I also assigned tasks for the following day.
On the next day, I introduced acting and drama as teaching tools, using role-playing to engage the students. I assigned them roles of famous freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Shivaji Maharaj, and Rani Lakshmi Bai. Introducing these national heroes at an early age aimed to foster nationalism and enhance memory retention, while instilling pride in the country’s history.
The following day, I organized a mini science exhibition to ignite the students’ curiosity. I introduced them to general science and knowledge, using posters of space to capture their imagination. We discussed Earth, its atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and our country’s history. This session was designed to promote active engagement through inclusive learning.
I also conducted a public speaking session, encouraging students to share stories, poems, songs, or anything they wished. This helped them overcome hesitation and build confidence. The session was filled with laughter and joy as students expressed themselves. Additionally, I shared inspirational poems, further contributing to their personality development.
One session incorporated modern ICT tools to enhance learning. Using technology made the lessons more engaging and allowed for more interaction, enhancing cognitive skills like attention, memory, and learning perception. On my final day, I reflected on my journey with the students and provided advice. The students bid me farewell, and I used this opportunity to impart the knowledge and wisdom I had gathered over the years. It was a meaningful and memorable conclusion to my time with them.
