ABOUT CHETAN BANSAL

I have been teaching for the last 30 years. As a child, I always loved to explain answers to my classmates. It’s a great profession and I learn something new every day. I started teaching at the age of 16 as a nursery teacher and until today, I feel excited about the new concepts of changing times.

My teaching style is about involving everyone in teaching and inculcating curiosity in young minds. I always try to be mysterious with my students. Students always wait for me anxiously, because they know something unique is going to happen in the class.

We conduct lessons with innovative teaching methods, allowing students to experiment with these to see whether it is beneficial for the students. I am always accessible to my team and students, and they feel free to discuss problems, but always with a set of solutions.

I design my staff meetings and workshops in such a way that after attending the first meeting, my team waits for the next session. An essential feature of my workshops is that I always include self- help or self-improvement tips. I try to find exciting things for teachers to know and explore.

Over time, we went through the whole process to see the difference. A surprising yet important fact that came to light was that everything is available on Google to support your idea, but it is vital to have a plan before going to Google. Thinking and penning down the thoughts brings out the creativity of teachers.

We need to prepare our children for a very advanced level of technology where jobs are fast disappearing. Therefore, we have to concentrate on life skills. We should teach curiosity and a sense of awareness among children. Our students should be able to accept any challenge thrown at them.

Teachers are still the most trusted community on earth and have a responsibility on their shoulders. They should be passionate about their subjects and dedicated to their profession. A child who is about to experience this world needs a companion and guide, and a teacher can become all of that.