Higher Purpose
Other Responsibilities
Time Management
Student Engagement
100
Name three different goals Bal Mukund strives to achieve in teaching young children.
1. Inculcate the highest value system in children - KRIPALU Values.
2. Sow the seed for a life of devotion of tomorrows adults.
3. Children will develop a deep appreciation for their Indian Culture.
(Increase students' emotional quotient, teach Hindu values, learn Vedic wisdom, etc.)
100
What are other aspects of Bal Mukund teaching seva in addition to delivering the lesson weekly?
Important aspects are:
- Taking attendance
- Grading/assessing students
- Participating in workshops
- Ideas for improvement
- Publicity of Bal Mukund
- Communication with parents
- Attending workshops
- Knowledge of Bal Mukund books/ additional resources
100
Scenario 1: In your upcoming class you have allotted 20 minutes to playing a game of Kahoot. What is the maximum number of questions you may prepare to ensure its completion?
It depends on the following:
- Type of question (multiple choice takes longer than true/false)
- Length of question
- Difficulty level
100
What are some ways you can ensure all students participate and feel included in each class?
- Recalling a past moment when a student has given a brilliant answer e.g. Last time, Meera has given examples of how she practices respect at home. Would you like to try this question today, Meera?
- Trying out different styles of asking questions in class e.g. spinning the wheel, choosing a number (using slides deck), multiple choice questions, having the question written on the slides (visual), asking others to piggyback/add on to the answer.
- Trying our different styles of sharing out answers - e.g. annotate the screen, daily point system for raising hands, timed questions, calling on a friend. etc.
- Praise children's efforts - e.g. sharing what they did well instead of 'good job' or 'well done', give credit for trying, encourage children to ask if they did not understand the question, giving opportunities to ask for hints.
200
Before joining the zoom on your scheduled class day, what are some motivational affirmations you can practice for yourself?
- God is seated in the hearts of these children
- My seva is so important that it can impact a child's entire worldview
- I am so grateful for this opportunity to use my skills to serve God and Guru
- This seva is dear to God and Guru. Let me do it to the best of my ability.
200
What are effective ways in ensuring administrative functions get done in a timely manner?
Some others are:
- setting a reminder / calendar alert
- setting aside time to work on it with other teachers
- Clarify the expectations timely
- See the importance of those duties in the overall success of Bal Mukund.
200
Scenario 2: You have 10 minutes of class time remaining, and you have planned to complete a short quiz (5 questions) along with watching a 5-minute video to recap the lesson.
How do you proceed with the time you have?
To think about:
- Do I wish to review the quiz with everyone?
- How important is it to discuss the video today?
- Can I assign something for homework?
200
How do you make your class enjoyable for children while delivering the prepared content?
- Having a riddle/spontaneous activity embedded in the content
- Voice modulations when you are telling a story
- Invite students to read dialogues in story telling sessions.
- Bringing up current events e.g. asking how everyone spent their Hanuman Jayanti or share something exciting over the week.
300
Scenario: Your Guru decides to visit your upcoming Bal Mukund class.
1. How will you prepare for the class?
2. What are some strategies you will use to ensure this in all classes?
Preparing for the Class: Review the materials (modify if needed), plan an activity with kids, collaborate with other teachers if needed, plan to manage your time well, etc.
Strategies for long term Preparedness: Set aside a dates/times each week to prepare for your upcoming class, being abreast with class schedule/calendar, plan ahead, asking for assistance, learn new skills and tools to implement etc.
300
Share ONE or more suggestions you may have to ensure Bal Mukund seva is done more efficiently in the 2025-2026 year.
Thank you for sharing!
300
Share ONE or more ways you practice time management in the class you teach. What makes it an effective strategy?
Thank you for sharing your best practices!
300
Share your best way in ensuring your Bal Mukund students find your class engaging!
