EP14 - Exploring Learner's Autonomy with Sharmila Govande

While we were gathering stories for our podcast project, a guest and well-wisher of Project Nomad Sharmila Govande conducted an interview with the founders of Project Nomad to document the origins of their efforts towards education.Nomad Podcast's adventure will undoubtedly continue, but with fresh tales and inspirations centred around education. For all of our supporters' numerous forms of assistance, we will always be grateful.

In this podcast we took a deep dive into the world of raising gifted children with our guest, Ketika Kasetwar – a devoted mother and seasoned expert in the field. Join us as Ketika shares her personal journey and professional expertise, offering valuable insights, practical tips, and heartfelt stories about nurturing the unique needs and talents of gifted children. From navigating educational challenges to fostering emotional well-being, each section in this podcast explores the joys and complexities of parenting gifted kids. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance or just curious about the extraordinary world of giftedness, this podcast is your go-to source for inspiration and support. Tune in for engaging conversations and discover a community that understands the nuances of raising gifted children.

Take a listen to this audio as we explore the distinctive educational concept of Waldorf. Discover creative thinking, child-centered methods, and holistic learning. Explore important ideas such as imitation, rhythm, creativity, and experiential learning. As we explore the fascinating realm of Waldorf education, join us for thought-provoking discussions with Shefali & Shyam, the founding parents and teachers of Pune's Swadha Waldorf School. Ideal for anyone looking for attentive, alternative methods of teaching and raising children. Listen in for a comprehensive viewpoint that transcends the confines of the classroom. Visit https://swadhaawaldorfschool.org/ to learn more about Swadha Waldorf School.

Psychological research says that autonomy is a basic human need which motivates learners and nourishes their interest in the world around them. In this episode of Nomad Podcast we had a long chat with Sharmila Govande from Pune, who is an educator and mother of 3 unschooling children, to understand how children learn on their own and how we as parents & adults need to be in the process with them without reinforcing our conditioned mind. During the podcast you will also listen to Hasmukh Sapnawala who got curious enough to ask a few questions to Sharmila as we went deep into understanding how Sharmila along with her family is on a wonderful journey of learning from each other and the environment around them.

In this episode you will hear Swati who is mother to a wonderful boy diagnosed with autism. She shares her journey of parenting, breaking the myths of normal and her work into creating her own home based child centered program. She also talks about a holistic healing approach that includes both mind and the body. She shares about creating a deeply, loving respectful environment enabling both child and parent to build a joyful connection of learning and growing along with the role of physiological well being. To connect or know about her and the program you can reach her at: [email protected]

Join us on a wonderful journey through the world of homeschooling with our host Sulbha Shantwan - a determined mother who enthusiastically embraced the homeschooling path. We cover the ever-changing landscape of home education in this episode, from adjusting pedagogies to your child's particular needs to the joys and challenges of learning as a family. Discover how a remarkable homeschooling mother founded 'The Sandbox' - a caring community, and get practical tips on choosing the best curriculum or educational board for your homeschooling adventure. This podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, ideas, and helpful suggestions to make your homeschooling journey an enriching and gratifying experience, whether you're an experienced homeschooler or just starting out.

In this episode of Nomad Podcast, we chat with Urmila Samson, a pioneering unschooling parent who has embraced this unique educational philosophy for over 30 years. Join us to explore her remarkable journey, the evolution of unschooling, and the enduring power of self-directed learning. Discover invaluable insights and inspiring stories that challenge conventional education norms, empower independence, and celebrate the beauty of unscripted life, learning and being what and who you are.

Hasmukh founded Sapna Ranch in 2014, which is located in Terdi Village near Mandangad, around 160 kilometres by road from Panvel in Maharashtra. In this episode, Hasmukh recounted his personal story, as well as his perspective on education and life. He also discussed his larger community design, which will centre on living and learning together. It will also be the centre for environmental sustainability. The motto - PLAY, LEARN, SHARE - will help children learn. At the end of the show, Hasmuskh will unveil some extremely fascinating intentions. So don't pass it up. Visit www.ebhle.org to get in touch with Hasmukh.

In search of new ideas on education we recently came across Aditya Jhunjhunwala, also known to many as Adi, from Pune. Grooming young learners for the future with an Entrepreneurial Mindset is what he is doing currently. He has created programmes that encourage young minds to learn by doing, collaborating, and making a difference. As an IITian, he believes in applying business concepts in real world and then comprehending them through theory. This conversation will undoubtedly spark ideas and help us reconsider education in the context of an ever-changing world. For additional information, contact Aditya at [email protected]

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Montessori pedagogy and try to comprehend the spirit of its idea of spontaneous learning and all conceivable elements of the same as we continue our conversation with Amukta Mahaparta. This episode is critical for knowing 'how children learn' as a human being and how we as adults must comprehend the process of being a guide to the growing adult. We also investigated numerous common myths about Montessori methodology. To know you can connect with  SchoolScape - Centre for Educators.