Description
It gives us immense pleasure to present the first edition of "Nai Talim: An Experiential Learning", designed in alignment with the B.Ed. 1st Semester syllabus. This book is an earnest attempt to reintroduce Gandhiji’s philosophy of education—Nai Talim—which emphasizes learning through productive work and real-life experiences. In the context of teacher education, Nai Talim encourages a holistic development of the learner, blending head, heart, and hand.
The book has been developed with the aim of providing student-teachers a comprehensive understanding of experiential learning approaches, integrating theory with practice. It outlines the principles, pedagogical relevance, and contemporary applicability of Nai Talim, while fostering critical reflection and engagement.
We are grateful to Kalinga University for its support, and to our students whose curiosity and feedback continue to inspire us. We also acknowledge the contributions of fellow educators and scholars whose insights have shaped the structure and content of this volume.
We hope this book serves as a valuable resource for both students and educators and sparks meaningful dialogues in the field of education.
Mr. Gulsan Kumar Behera is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh. He holds two Master’s degrees—one in Zoology from Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, and another in Education with specializations in Educational Administration and Technology from RIE, NCERT, Bhopal. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Sericulture from CSRTI, Berhampore, West Bengal, and qualified the UGC-NET in Education in 2022. A passionate researcher, he has published numerous papers, chapters, and two books, and has participated in various academic events. He has also organized a national workshop and an inter-college quiz competition, reflecting his dynamic academic engagement.
Dr. Lubhawani Tripathi, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, holds a Ph.D. in Education and an M.Sc. in Zoology, with over 17 years of teaching experience. A consistent academic topper, her expertise lies in Educational Technology and Management. She was honored among the top 10 highly effective professors at the National Education Brilliance Awards 2023 and received the India’s Most Dynamic Achiever’s Award 2023. With 15 research papers, 3 books, 6 book chapters, and 2 patents, she also serves on editorial and academic boards. She has guided Ph.D. and M.Ed. scholars, enriching both research and practice.
Dr. Harsha Sharma, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Education, Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, brings over 20 years of rich teaching experience and a strong academic foundation with a Ph.D. in Education, M.Ed., and M.A. in English. Specializing in Guidance and Counseling, she has contributed significantly to projects with SCERT, UNICEF, and various rural and urban skill development initiatives. A published researcher with numerous articles and book chapters, she also holds a patent. Her leadership extends to social service through the Lions Club Raipur Samarpan and Vivid International Public School. Her academic and community work reflects her deep commitment to holistic education.