Embracing the Future of Education: Let’s Get Adaptive to the New World and Expand Learning Horizons

Education is an ever-evolving field, and as an academician, I believe in constantly adapting to this rapidly changing world. The world of education has undergone many changes in the last decade. These changes include integrating technology to enhance the learning experience, empowering students, and preparing them for challenges in both their personal and professional lives. There are many critical aspects to embracing the future of education. I would like to share my opinion on how all of us – teachers, parents, and staff – have come together to make a smooth transition to success in this highly competitive digital age.

Contrary to widely held opinion, technology in education is not all bad. Multimedia presentations, educational videos, simulations, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) provide immense learning experiences to attract students’ attention and make complex concepts accessible to the entire classroom. Classrooms have become mini-worlds in their own way, enabling online discussions via video conferencing tools and collaborative platforms to connect and exchange ideas globally.

The amount of collaboration and cultural exchanges our children engage in beyond the classroom often surprises me. One of the aspects that are easily facilitated is constructive feedback and assessment of each child by the teacher and providing timely assistance. At SSVM™ Group of Institutions, access to global knowledge, lifelong learning, and skills development is encouraged from a very young age to inculcate digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that play a significant role in this century and beyond. We as teachers and parents should be open to expanding our horizons and developing a global mindset while staying rooted in our morals and values to foster an everlasting passion for learning and personal growth.

As we move forward, we shall embrace more sudden and surprising innovations in education. It is time we all accept the potential of this phenomenon to empower the next generation and successfully navigate the challenges and opportunities with confidence.

Dr Manimekalai Mohan

Founder & Managing Trustee

SSVM™ Group of Institutions