Nivedita Mukerjee
Education consultancy for parents and schools
3-2-1 TUESDAYS WITH MS NIV
Issue # 62, 14th September 2021
Should students learn about different religions while in school? Would it confound the minds of young children? Would it help them grow religious tolerance? In an increasingly connected world, for citizens of the future, where should the understanding of religious beliefs of their family and their friends grow – In the classrooms? with text books? With educators? With devised curriculum? With celebrations and stories of every festival that their classmates’ families celebrate? What is the right balance? What would be considered as education and what would be construed as indoctrination?
Check out the 7th grader’s talk in the video of this week. Subscribe to this newsletter by just entering your email here.
Three Images of the Week
Two Thoughts of the Week
Science without religion is lame, religion without science is blind.
- Albert Einstein
I believe that religious education must be the sole concern of religious associations.
- Mahatma Gandhi
One Video of the Week
Diego Meneses, current 7th grader shares his perspective on why religions should be taught in schools. Individuals these days are afraid of teaching religion. There is a misinformed fear that the teaching of religion will lead to offending one’s culture and spiritual beliefs. However, it is actually the opposite. Teaching religions in schools offers individuals a chance to gain a better understanding of one another and can help build perspective and therefore, acceptance. His talk speaks on this fear and its repercussions. Although Diego was born in Mexico, he has both Peruvian and Mexican citizenship. Diego has had the privilege to live in Mexico, Canada, Brazil, Argentina and will soon be moving to the United States.
And Finally…
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Diego Meneses‘S Tedx talk was very interesting. Appreciate your choosing this to publish in your weekly newsletter. Religion is a very sensitive topic but if handled in the right way will go a long way to develop respect and harmony.
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Sensitive issue with careful attention.
Nice article Nivi Ma’am !
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Should Religion be taught in schools ??
Ms Niv I am so glad you discussed this highly debated subject in this news letter !
We all know the profound impact Religion has on history, politics, society and our culture.
Understanding perspectives from different people, cultures, and schools of thought—are important global competence skills that all students should develop.
I know this is a highly sensitive topic and there will always be diverse views !
A lot amongst us seem to think that a basic knowledge of religion could help . The reasons being …
Religiously motivated hate crimes are on the rise.
Our student body is more diverse.
Religious literacy is key to a well-rounded education.
Diego Meneses speaks with such deep insights .. his thought process is amazing !
🤣🤣That cartoon .. Probiotics & Antibiotics… spouse could not stop laughing !!
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