Santosh Avvannavar’s creative workshop is inspired by the acclaimed author Peter H. Reynolds’ book, “The Dot.” Hosted by Dayananda Sagar Public School’s CBSE wing in Bengaluru, this workshop, conducted by educationist, artist and author Santosh Avvannavar, is a magical exploration of the creative potential hidden within the humble dot.
Creative Workshop, “The Power of Dots,” drawing inspiration from Peter H. Reynolds book, “The Dot.” This captivating workshop was designed to kindle creativity and imagination, utilizing storytelling & engaging activities to do so.
It proved to be an unforgettable experience for the Grade 6 students in attendance.The workshop centered around the concept that even seemingly simple dots possess immense creative potential.
Santosh Avvannavar’s guidance took participants on a journey into the intriguing realm of dot artistry, offering them the opportunity to unlock their artistic abilities and delve into novel forms of self-expression.
Drawing inspiration from Reynolds’ work and other dot-based art forms, attendees were guided through the intricacies of using dots to craft their own unique artwork.”The Power of Dots” went beyond the realms of drawing and art; it sought to enhance creativity in all aspects of observation. Participants were encouraged to think outside the box, create, and share with others. The hands-on interactive sessions allowed them to create their own dot art pieces under Santosh Avvannavar’s expert guidance, instilling a profound sense of accomplishment and joy in their newfound abilities and self-belief.This workshop promised to be a transformative and enriching experience, catering to anyone eager to explore their creative potential.
Its primary goal was to ignite a passion for art and encourage participants to perceive the world through the lens of dots.
Divya Reddy, a devoted mother of two, offers a heartfelt glimpse into the world of elementary education in the USA. Listen to her as she shares her personal experiences, valuable insights, and candid observations about the American education system.
Santosh Avvannavar was invited to address educators of Vishwa Vidyapeeth Group of Schools Bengaluru for a #creativity workshop. The podcast is the outcome to of the session to help other educators to use creative aspects in classroom. We thank the podcast participants, principal and management of the school for the opportunity.
Dr. Brij K. Dhindaw discusses the implications for subject educators as more graduates make the transition to IT careers. Professor Brij K Dhindaw was bestowed with the ‘LifeTime Achievement Award’ by the largest and the oldest IIT from the IIT system, IIT Kharagpur at the last convocation held in December 22 during the 68th Convocation.
Prof. Brij K. Dhindaw, Distinguished Alumnus and Emeritus Professor of IIT Kharagpur.
Santosh Avvannavar, the author argues that allowing students to fail in the classroom can lead to creative growth. The author presents ten creative aspects of failure in the classroom, including creativity being hardwired, marks being a bad indicator of creativity, immersive learning, classic stories, routine learning, trying little untried things, moving from bedtime stories to wake-up stories, appreciating errors, humility, and allowing time for growth. The author presents these aspects through personal anecdotes and activities for the reader to reflect on their own experiences.
Santosh Avvannavar in conversation with Mrs. Vineetha Anil if its time to have – one education board for India of K12/ schools. We explore the following thoughts –
1. Is it an interesting proposition to have one education board for India?
2. What does it mean to have same syllabus/ curriculum and exams?
3. Will such standardisation of education across the country eliminate the disparities that currently exist between different boards?
4. Is it feasible to implement such a system, given the diversity of our country?
5. What would be the benefits of having one board for India?