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By Ms Sonia- B. Ed. Second Year Student Mentor: Dr Jyotsna Kohli, Assistant professor, Satyam College of Education The power of positive thinking can change your life-Devin McCourty Positive thinking refers to a mental attitude and mindset that focuses on seeing the bright side of situations, emphasizing optimism, and maintaining a constructive outlook on life. It involves consciously choosing to direct one’s thoughts and perceptions toward positive and empowering interpretations of events, rather than dwelling on negativity or limitations. Positive thinking doesn’t involve denying or ignoring negative emotions or difficult situations. Instead, it encourages individuals to acknowledge and address them while actively seeking positive solutions and responses. It involves reframing negative thoughts into more empowering and constructive ones, focusing on strengths and possibilities, and developing a mindset that is resilient in the face of adversity. Positive thinking has a rich history rooted in ancient philosophical traditions and spiritual teachings. Philosophers like Aristotle and Eastern traditions like Buddhism emphasized the significance of cultivating a positive mindset for a fulfilling life. In the 19th century, the New Thought movement emerged, focusing on the power of positive thinking, affirmations, and the law of attraction. Key works like “The Sermon on the Mount” by Emmet Fox and “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill further popularized the idea that thoughts can shape one’s reality and influence success. Norman Vincent Peale’s book “The Power of Positive Thinking” reinforced the notion that optimism and faith lead to personal fulfillment. In the late 20th century, positive psychology emerged as a scientific discipline, exploring human well-being and positive behavior. Today, positive thinking remains a vital aspect of self-improvement, with its impact seen in various fields, including psychology, business, health, and spirituality, as people continue to recognize its importance in achieving resilience, success, and overall well-being. Why it’s important...

By, Ms Pooja Yadav- Student Mentor: Dr Jyotsna Kohli Satyam College of Education Step into a world where beauty abounds, Where the extraordinary in the ordinary is found. In these poetic lines, we dive, Unearthing the aesthetics in moments alive. Welcome to a journey of rediscovery as we explore the aesthetics of everyday life. In this blog, we challenge the belief that beauty is confined to grand art and majestic landscapes. Ralph Waldo Emerson suggests that the beauty we seek in the world around us is not solely dependent on external circumstances or physical locations. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of carrying an appreciation for beauty within ourselves. It implies that our ability to recognize and experience beauty is a reflection of our mindset, perspective, and inner state. We strive to discover beauty in the mundane and overlooked aspects of life. Often, we disregard the small wonders that can transform our everyday existence into something extraordinary. Engrossed in our fast-paced lives, we tend to overlook the significance of the little things surrounding us, which can offer profound experiences akin to those found in breathtaking landscapes, scenic views, or tranquil hill stations. Our innate inclination toward such encounters is undeniable, yet we frequently fail to recognize that we need not venture far or engage in extravagant activities to unearth that sense of wonder. It merely requires mindful observation and a deep connection to the present moment, for the beauty encompassing us is unrivaled and invaluable. Regrettably, in our hurried lives, we have taken it for granted. However, by slowing down, paying attention, and appreciating the intricate details, we can unveil the extraordinary within the ordinary. What is Aesthetic? Aesthetics, a chapter of philosophy, scours nature and fondness of magnificence in art and nature. As John Keats said, “Beauty is truth, truth...

By Varsha singh, Student  Satyam College of Education, Noida  “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think “ —– ALBERT EINSTEIN About two months ago, I attend a webinar of Dr.BARBRA OAKLEY – Learning how to learn. After attending her webinar, I got an idea to write this blog. Nowadays, it is very important for teachers, parents, students as well to know about the training of the brain for learning. It was believed that as humans grow, their brain connections and learning capacity become fixed, slowly as they age it becomes faded. But recent researches denies such believes as they showed learning has no limitations of age and brain connections can never be fixed. The brain is a very complex part of the human body made up of a network of muscles which can grow according to individuals training (training includes physical exercises, yoga, meditation, learning new skills/languages/things, etc.) which triggers our brain cells to make neural pathways according to the learning. LEARNING : It is a process of acquiring new knowledge, skills, behavior, values, etc. through study, observations, experience, or being taught. It involves all five senses i.e., vision, hearing, touch, smell, or taste. “Learning is a process which leads to behavioral changes as a result of some experience, observation, activity, etc.” ——- H.J. KLAUSMEIR   BRAIN DURING LEARNING When we learn something our brain cells (neurons) communicate (sending signals) with each other through electrical and chemical signals. These neurons transfer the information from one cell to another. Neurons convert chemical signals into electrical signals which trigger the release of neurotransmitters from the axon into the synapses. The neurotransmitter crosses the synapses and binds to special molecules on the other side of the receptor in the form of chemical signals. These receptors...

By Vani Anand, Student  Mentor: Dr Jyotsna Kohli Satyam College of Education, Noida    “By LEARNING You will TEACH By TEACHING You will LEARN.”   WHAT DOES LEARNING MEANS? It ne’er implies that learning is merely done by the learner and teaching by the teacher. In the classroom, both teachers and learners explore new facts and information mutually. Teaching and learning both are integral parts of the education process, and can’t be considered as an isolated segment.   LEARNING CHIEFLY LEADS: –  Change in behavior Acquiring new knowledge and skills Updating previous knowledge Retrieval of something once needed   MODELS OF LEARNING:- As an educationalist, we should be aware of different models proposed for acquiring learning and how a better opportunity could be provided to the learner to acquire learning. Two of the learning models, the ‘objectivist learning model’ and the ‘constructivist learning model’ are generally used to educate students.   The objectivist learning model: It supports Skinner’s stimulus-response theory, which states that learning could be a modification in behavioural disposition which will be formed by selective reinforcement. The premise of the objectivist model is that the most effective way for a student to learn subject matter is to “efficiently transmit knowledge from the expert to the learner” i.e. the transmission of knowledge.   The constructivist learning model: John Dewey, Jean Piaget & Lev Vygotsky are some of the promoters of constructivism. The primary goal of constructivism is the application of learning in a creative way. Constructivism focuses on the process of learning and through this, the outcomes are produced. In constructivism, students have many opportunities to construct their knowledge and express their understanding.   “Knowledge is CONSTRUCTED Not transferred.” -PETER  SENGE   “CONSTRUCTIVISM proposes that acquisition of knowledge occurs amid four assumptions: Learning involves active participation. Learning is adaptive. Learning is subjective rather than objective. Learning involves both social and individual processes.”   TEACHERS IN CONSTRUCTIVIST CLASSROOM:  In constructivism, learning...