Delhi: In a conference on ‘education is an essential tool for elevating individuals’, marking the occasion of Teachers’ Day, noted author and British Lingua managing Director Dr Birbal Jha said, “Every teacher worth their salt must be able to teach their students in a way that allows them to comprehend the world of subjects they are supposed to be studying. A teacher must avoid teaching to the test, which is a poor teaching style that entails emphasising specific items to assist students in performing better at standardised examinations. How can one call oneself a teacher when the fundamental goal of education is not met? Wearing a teacher’s hat is not sufficient. The delivery of education by its objective is critical.”
“Education is not merely imparting knowledge; it is a profound catalyst for change. It is through education that we unlock the doors to individual potential, enabling people to dream beyond their immediate horizons and achieve greatness.”, Dr Jha held in an interaction with the gathering on the day.
Dr Birbal Jha opined “Teaching is regarded as the highest noble profession since it involves guiding someone down a path and showing them how to do something by providing instruction in the subject. Thus, a teacher is expected to teach ropes, which is explaining or demonstrating to students the fundamentals of how to do a job, task, or activity.”
Adding that Dr Jha said, “Teachers should teach their students to be self-reliant, as the saying goes: “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”
“A teacher is also supposed to inform their students about the established ways of doing things in each occupation. According to an adage, there are tricks in every trade. Students are required to learn professional skills, techniques, and methods that make tasks easier or more efficient.” Pointed Dr Jha.
“Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a towering figure in the realm of education and the second President of India, once said, “The true purpose of education is to enable individuals to become more fully human.” This insightful quote encapsulates the essence of our mission at British Lingua. Our goal is not just to teach English, but to empower our students, to enhance their confidence, and to enable them to participate more effectively in a globalized world.”, Dr Jha put it forward.
“Education, as we understand, is the key to unlocking the full potential of individuals. It opens doors to opportunities that might otherwise remain closed, providing the skills and knowledge necessary for personal and professional growth”, added Dr Jha.
“No teacher worth their salt on earth would deny such a given. However, let’s not try to teach grandma how to suck eggs; an older person is wiser, more experienced, and more worldly than a young person may think—thus, the older person does not need to be taught by the younger” further said Dr Jha.
“Experience is the best teacher. This saying goes well. Experience counts a lot. It means most wisdom is gained by experiencing different things compared to acquiring knowledge through schooling or other means. People who are through the school of hard knocks are seen to be more mature. Everybody has a scope for improvement, whether it is me, you, or someone else. We need to keep updating and improving ourselves. We should not lose hope in case of failure in our endeavour. It allows us to learn and improve the way we do something. Remember a proverb? Failure teaches success”, explained Dr Birbal.