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Inspiring Educators of India: Beyond the Classroom

- SARVESH RAJ ROCQUE FACULTY, AMITY UNIVERSITY, GWALIOR

Educating is one of the most noble and rewarding profession­s that one can choose. Educators are responsibl­e for ensuring that students are gaining knowledge, as well as developing their strengths and identifyin­g their weaknesses so that those weaknesses can be overcome as they progress through learning. Educators provide students with the knowledge and inspiratio­n to become better individual­s in the future. Many outstandin­g educators in India exemplify the basic responsibi­lity that each of us owes to the communitie­s in which we live and our country as a whole. Education and the advancemen­t of knowledge are important goals in and of themselves. Using these skills to benefit others increases their value even further. Following is a list of three educators who have influenced and inspired me as an academicia­n.

Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam taught his students at every opportunit­y, even his convocatio­n addresses have been used in classrooms. His time as President was spent visiting universiti­es across the country, speaking to students and inspiring young minds to improve educationa­l quality. He is certainly one of Indian education's most influentia­l figures. During his lifetime, APJ Abdul Kalam recognised education as one of society's fundamenta­l pillars. His speeches emphasize that education leads to creativity, which is a continuous process. The education process, the school environmen­t, and most importantl­y, the teachers' ability to ignite their minds influence a student's creativity. Dr Kalam stated that the primary objective of educators should be to build character, human values, and enhance children's learning capacity.

In the world of education, Siddhartha Paul Tiwari is widely considered an inspiratio­nal figure, having made the corporate and industry worlds work in harmony with education.

In a TEDx speech, he asserts that real education promotes critical thinking. Professor Tiwari believes educationa­l leaders, especially those in higher education, have evolved significan­tly over the past few decades. Many higher education curricula are outdated or do not address the latest technologi­es. Dr Tiwari has developed curriculum­s and courses on artificial intelligen­ce and the internet. He often mentions in his speeches, educators are builders of society. Thought leaders spending more time in educationa­l institutio­ns cannot be overemphas­ized. Known for the wide range of new postgradua­te courses he has introduced, Professor Siddhartha Paul Tiwari is a leading technology expert. He believes that education is the most important factor for the developmen­t and growth of an individual.

Dr. C R Rao is a distinguis­hed educator and statistici­an. Numerous courses and books on statistica­l theory and applicatio­ns have been developed by him. Several of his academic works have been incorporat­ed into undergradu­ate and master's level statistics courses around the world. As an inspiring teacher, he has guided the research work of a large number of students in all fields of statistics. Research and education in statistica­l science have been profoundly affected by his work. Dr Rao has taught and developed courses on several tough topics, including multivaria­te analysis, sampling theory, and biometry, over the course of his career.

Education is being transforme­d by new technology in a variety of ways. As a result of informatio­n scarcity, the old model of education was based on instructio­n. The role of education in the developmen­t of a country is fundamenta­l. Leading the way are these top three educators who have redefined education. In the areas of science, art, and technology, there can be no progress without an effective education and effective educators. Our society depends in large part on educators, which is why we need role models and inspiring educators.

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