Anoop Bishnoi - Entrepreneur - Promoter at Bisco Ltd

Social media has transformed the way we connect and communicate with one another both in our personal and professional lives. Teachers and administrators have recognized the value of social media in education. The best teachers are now embracing social media’s role in the classroom. If you ask what impact does social media have on education? The most significant advantage is engagement. “Many of us did not have to learn how to use social media safely and effectively as children. However, it is a reality for today’s children. The power they now wield did not previously exist. And that comes with awesome responsibilities as well as awesome consequences, which is why they need to be taught the ins and outs of the internet world.” Says Anoop Singh Bishnoi . Furthermore, the majority of social networking sites and resources are free! This is especially useful if you are a teacher with a limited budget for materials. It's not just beneficial to students. Social media can aid in the dev

What matters most when looking for work’ is a debate as old as higher education itself. Higher education is caught in a perplexing quandary. On the one hand, employers have expressed growing concern about the gap between education and employability. On the other hand, the cost of higher education is rapidly rising. It should come as no surprise that public perception of higher education in India has deteriorated in recent years, and academic institutions are embroiled in an increasingly polarized debate. The health of many academic institutions in India is precarious, indicating that structural issues are deeply ingrained. “One thing is certain: we are entering an era in which education is a lifelong endeavor. With today’s rapid pace of change, there are fewer and fewer jobs where you can expect the knowledge you gain in school or university to last you until retirement.” Says Anoop Singh Bishnoi, Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun. “The point I want to make is that the people w

  The fight for women’s rights dates back centuries, with movements of various sizes and shapes spanning generations of activists from every country around the world. One constant, however, has been the importance of education in driving progress for women’s and girls’ rights. Today, nearly two out of every three girls attend secondary school, compared to one out of every two in 1998, and two out of every three countries worldwide have achieved gender parity in primary education. Despite these gains, over 130 million girls worldwide are currently out of school. When girls do make it through the school gates, they are far too often the first to drop out, the first to be let down by the system. “To advance gender equality, a radically new and gender transformative approach to education is required. Gender equality in education is about more than just getting girls into school and keeping them there for a certain amount of time; it’s about what happens once they’re there, allowing the

Education has been recognised as a fundamental human right in a number of international conventions – A powerful tool for individual freedom and socioeconomic development. Despite a number of initiatives and significant progress over the years, many girls around the world continue to be denied the right to education. Globally, nine out of ten girls complete primary school, but only three out of four complete lower secondary school (roughly 9 years of education). Less than two-thirds of girls complete primary school in low-income countries, and only one-third complete lower secondary school. No country can advance without equal participation of women in social, political, economic, and other development initiatives. Female labour force participation rises as a result of education, resulting in faster economic growth. When women have equal access to quality education, they actively participate in business and economic activities, which helps to close the long-standing gender pay gap. “

Asia dominates the global market for private student coaching. Private tuitions account for more than 12% of annual household income in India. After-school private tuition is now as much a desi thing in India as chai. More and more people are choosing to do that extra bit of academic work in order to earn six-figure salaries, for the same reason children are being pushed into a system that emphasizes on grades and competition. The pressure to perform better, the skyrocketing cut-off marks for universities, and the overall increase in the number of people doing the same thing provide parents with an impetus to push their children harder to excel, to stay ahead of the pack. In a recent conversation with The Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, Anoop Singh Bishnoi , he shared his thoughts about why he thinks private tuition is a necessity in our country. He said, “We all know that 30 students in each class is the ideal number for a good academic experience, however, with classroom siz

Everyone would want to invest in education if it were like a stock market. In today’s market, investors are content if their stocks return 5-10% per year…the return on investment in public education is more than anyone can imagine and probably cannot be put into numbers! For some reason, we have no problem understanding the long-term benefits of investing in bridges, roads, and other infrastructure, but we balk at the cost of investing in the next generation. The current positive trend in education financing is the result of decades of efforts by government bodies, bilateral and multilateral agencies, donors, civil society, and the private sector to improve access and quality of teaching and learning, allowing children and the youth to thrive in work and life. “Education must be seen as part of the solution to the economy’s rebuilding. Countries with more highly skilled workers fare better in tech-based, knowledge economies. The challenge is to help schools with the transformation

The education of adolescent girls is a major concern around the world. For far too long, millions of girls have been denied the right to education simply because they are female. Despite significant progress in closing the gender gap in primary education, significant barriers to adolescent girls’ education and empowerment still remain. The developing world’s adolescent girls are at the center of today’s global learning crisis. Globally, 600 million adolescent girls continue to face significant obstacles in gaining access to their right to education, while 130 million girls remain out of school. These are staggering figures that represent missed opportunities and broken dreams. Adolescence is a critical transitional period in a girl’s life as she approaches adulthood. According to Anoop Singh Bishnoi , “Adolescence magnifies the gender gap and entrenches norms that disproportionately create negative experiences for girls.” Many parts of the developing world, including India, have cult

Many young people in India drop out of school after the primary level. Although providing good education to young people is an important goal for all countries, India is struggling to meet this goal. Some of the obstacles stem from insufficient resources allocated to educational systems by the country’s central and state governments. Furthermore, the resources expended by the government, parents, and students themselves are not being used effectively to achieve the best possible results. Here's what Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, thinks is missing from India’s education system. He said, “Education leaders, families, teachers, and students, all have a very different idea about the purpose of their school system. Any attempt at transformation will fail unless there is a broadly shared vision within and outside of the education system. We must concentrate more on what students are expected to learn rather than how that content is delivered, and we must pay spec

Education is heavily reliant on government-run/aided schools and non-governmental organizations for the vast majority of the rural population. However, rural areas continue to face a number of challenges that have a direct impact on the country’s literacy rate. To begin with, low incomes cause education to take a back seat. Parents frequently regard education as a cost rather than an investment. They would prefer that their children work and earn money. When it comes to higher education, the lack of good institutes nearby forces students to consider moving to cities, which increases their expenses. As a result, enrollment rates are low and dropout rates are high. In a recent conversation with Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, he shared his opinions about this and stressed on why rural education in India needs a comprehensive digital boost. He said, “The problem with rural education is that children have rarely seen adults who studied hard and succeeded, due to wh

In comparison to last year, the overall allocation for the education sector in the Union Budget 2023 has increased by around 8.3% to Rs 1.13 lakh crore. The Union Budget 2023-24, which places a strong emphasis on digitization and upskilling, appears to have overlooked several aspects that are thought to be critical to the growth of the education industry. Even though the budget for school education has increased by 16.51% to 68,804.85 crore in 2023, the ed-tech sector, which boosted learning during the pandemic has been completely ignored this year. “The lack of education technology in the Union Budget is a missed opportunity. Emerging technologies such as Ametaverse, augmented reality, and virtual reality (VR) have the potential to revolutionize education when used by ed-techs. By including the sector in the budget, the government would have demonstrated its commitment to providing students with access to cutting-edge technology.” Anoop Singh Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Deh

The digital age’s explosion of career options has made it exciting, but also difficult for India’s 12 million secondary school graduates and 37 million university students to choose between new career pathways and vocations. Choosing a career was not as difficult and complex two decades ago and now, following the Covid-19 pandemic’s popularization of WFH (work from home) and gig employment, a slew of futuristic professional and vocational options have emerged. Despite the fact that there is a career choice bonanza in the twenty-first century, there is little awareness of new-age fast-track professions among Indian parents and school/college leavers. Here’s what Anoop Singh Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, has to say about it, “Though Indian parents and students are becoming aware that there are numerous career options available these days, the majority of them are unaware of the educational qualifications required, as well as the growth and rapid advancement prospects

School-aged children enjoy using the internet to watch videos, play games and communicate with friends and family. They could be using the internet for schoolwork and homework as well. But because school children are becoming more independent online and may go online unsupervised, they face more internet safety risks than younger children. Here's what Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, suggests we can do to teach kids how to be safe online. He said, “Inform your children that digital devices require special consideration. One approach is to make it a must that kids should always ask before going online or using a device, just as they would before walking over to a neighbor's house. A simple step like this can make a child aware of what they're doing; Create a schedule so that kids use their devices during times when you can provide the most oversight. One thing that many children don't realize about the online world is that it isn't private — tha

COVID-19 has exacerbated existing systemic gender inequalities, with estimates indicating that up to 10 million more girls may become child brides globally as a result of the pandemic. In India, the prevalence of child marriage varies greatly from state to state (There are eight states currently with higher than the national average). Girls from lower-income families, living in rural areas, and with little or no education are more likely to marry as children. In a recent conversation with the well-known entrepreneur and educationist, Anoop Bishnoi , he expressed his concern about this and said, “To eradicate child marriage, a multifaceted, and collaborative action is required. Parents, community members, teachers, local authorities, and youth, both boys and girls, must all be consulted and involved in the effort to end child marriage so that, in the near future, all young people can choose whether, when, and with whom to marry. The greater a girl's education, the less likely she

Childhood is a critical stage for mental health, it’s a period of rapid growth and development in the brain. Children and adolescents develop cognitive and social-emotional skills that shape their future mental health and prepare them for adulthood. The environment in which children and adolescents grow has an impact on their well-being and development. Early negative experiences in homes, schools, or digital spaces, such as exposure to violence, a parent’s or caregiver’s mental illness, bullying, poverty, and sexual abuse all increase the risk of mental illness. Here’s what Anoop Bishnoi , the Chairman of the Doon School, Dehradun, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, has to say about it, “In today’s world, the burden on children is increasing all the time. From academics to extracurricular activities, children are constantly pressured to excel in everything they do. Creating healthy habits that help our children feel stronger, happier, safer, and more in control of their lives is on

Those days are now gone when the students used to take notes hurriedly while the teachers delivered lectures. Technology for schools is a driving force in education in the twenty-first century and schools are rapidly adjusting to it as well as embracing this change. Smart boards in the classroom, projectors, smart tables, and integrated learning systems are being developed. These technological advancements in education are required to prepare students for their future careers. Here’s what Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, has to say about it, “New technology opens up new possibilities in all aspects of life. Implementing technology in schools is a prime example of such a chance. The use of technology promotes collaboration between students and teachers by incorporating rapid learning. Smart boards, smart tables, and projectors are examples of tools that improve the learning and teaching experience. The use of an integrated learning system ensures that the curricu

How often do we become consciously aware of the feelings and perspectives of those with whom we interact on a daily basis, whether they are familiar or strangers? In today’s increasingly diverse world, the classroom is often the first place where students are exposed to people from a variety of different backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. Social and emotional learning (SEL) aims to help students better understand their thoughts and emotions, become more self-aware, and develop more empathy for others in their community and the world around them in order to account for these differences and help put all students on an equal footing to succeed. Here’s what Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, has to say about why social and emotional learning is essential for students. He says, “Future jobs will surely demand SEL skills as well as the ability to adapt to change. As we have seen and experienced, there has been a greater emphasis on our students’ and our own mental

Inequalities in access, completion, and quality plague India’s education system. Class, linguistic background, gender, ethnicity, and place of birth all influence children’s educational experiences in India. These, in turn, lead to knowledge inequalities in Indian society. In a recent conversation, Anoop Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School Dehradun, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, shared his views about how India’s education system escape can the vicious cycle of inequality and discrimination. He said, “The fact that India has a high tolerance for inequality and a fairly widespread belief that the poor, marginalized communities and PWDs are somehow responsible for their own situation is at the heart of the problem. As a result, teachers, government officials, communities, and parents frequently have low expectations of girls and children from marginalized communities, which are frequently internalized by students, creating an intergenerational cycle. Simultaneously, parents, teache

India is one of the few countries where formal education includes environmental education. However, it, like moral science, is at the bottom of the priority list. Education is a critical tool for advancing climate change action, but its full potential has yet to be realized. Teachers and students in a country heavily impacted by climate change must better understand the threats and opportunities. “Climate Literacy is critical for developing the next generation of innovative thinkers, It should be made a part of school curricula.”, said Anoop Singh Bishnoi, Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He further added, “It’s important for children to learn about the impact of unsustainable growth, it’ll make them more sensitive towards adopting an environmental-friendly lifestyle.” Climate change is an intergenerational issue, and discussions about it should not be limited to adults. As a result, it is critical that we educate children about climate change a

Who knows if the next pandemic could occur as early as next year. Or in 2033. Or 2052. It could be one of the hundreds of known coronaviruses, or it could be a newly mutated strain of the flu. On Earth, there is no shortage of evolving microbes capable of producing a new human scourge. What, if anything, should schools do to prepare for another pandemic in the future? What lessons have been learned in order for schools to do a better job the next time—assuming there is a next time? The lessons learned during this pandemic are numerous, ranging from the fragility of schools as social-safety nets for working families to our systematic ability to advance technological equity when compelled, to teachers’ frontline worker status, despite being underpaid and undervalued, to the direct correlation between classroom sizes and culture effectiveness. We’ve learned a loud lesson through these times, and that lesson is that schools frequently only know about students and families in the context

The Indian teaching community is descended from a long line of educators. However, teaching, like most other endeavors, is a two-way street. Students often end up teaching their teachers too. Here’s what Anoop Singh Bishnoi , Chairman of The Doon School, Dehradun, has to say about the same, “India has a long history of being recognized as a welcoming environment for teachers to be honored and empowered. In recent years, the indomitable spirit of India’s children has grown stronger alongside the country’s teaching community. When Covid-19 altered the course of our lives a few years ago, children as young as three were adjusting to a completely new way of learning. Children from all over the country arrived at their new normal of learning with their trademark curiosity. This gave Indian teachers the motivation to try out new teaching methods and the drive to do their best for their students. Being a good teacher is ultimately about being a good learner. We must be lifelong learners in