Description: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Teachers by S. Giridhar About the BookTwo classrooms in this school double up as a night hostel for students whose parents migrate seasonally so that they do not miss school.For a large majority of Indian children, their only chance of an education is the government school. For nearly two decades, S. Giridhar has been crisscrossing the country in the course of his work with the Azim Premji Foundation, travelling to remote corners and observing the public education system. In these years, he has met hundreds of government school teachers-profoundly committed to improving the lives of the children in their care. These are teachers who defy all constraints because of a burning belief that every child can learn.Ordinary People, Extraordinary Teachers has emerged from Giridhars in-depth study of these inspirational teachers and the ecosystem they function in. Innovative and creative, dogged and resourceful, firm and kind-the government school teacher wears many a hat. This book is a tribute to their commitment and resilience.About the AuthorS. Giridhar is the Chief Operating Officer of Azim Premji University. One of the earliest members of Azim Premji Foundation, Giridhar joined the Foundation eighteen years ago after over two decades in corporate business management roles. When the Foundation established the Azim Premji University, he became the first Registrar and COO. He has for many years now, been writing regularly, drawing from his rich experiences and observations on the ground. Giridhars other passion is cricket and he has co-authored two acclaimed books on the sport: Midwicket Tales: From Trumper to Tendulkar and From Mumbai to Durban: Indias Greatest Tests. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Details ISBN9395073241 Author S. Giridhar Pages 288 Publisher Westland Publications Limited Year 2022 ISBN-13 9789395073240 Format Paperback Publication Date 2022-09-12 Imprint Westland Subtitle The Heroes of Real India Country of Publication India Audience General ISBN-10 9395073241 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159501523;
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