Examining Integral Education

In many fundamental ways, we are experiencing the most decisive moment in human history. Our identity as a human species is undergoing a technological transformation, from real to artificial and from conscious to smart. 

So, where are our children in all this? Where is our education thinking and schooling in all this? Whilst disruption sweeps our world, we as parents, educators, and school leaders firmly remain insulated and fossilized. Integral education encompasses the entirety of human life and the human being. We are at a decisive moment in human history where we must choose between a conscious future and an artificial one.

The talk explores (amongst other agenda that may pop up during the conversation) the following points:

• What does education mean?
• Exploring education from an Indian, yogic, and Dharmic perspective
• An Indian yogic approach to what it means to be human, including possibilities and potential
• Various perspectives on education and a deep dive into the limitations of existing learning paradigms
• The role of an educator, parent, and education leader
• How we can create learning spaces and work towards creating a learning commune

The talk will be organic and largely guided by the need of the moment, dialogue, and questioning. We do not intend to offer any structure or pre-set learning outcomes. Although it is an introduction to education, self-reflection will be crucial, focusing on examining our own beliefs, knowledge, and understanding.

THE SPEAKER

Lavlesh Bhanot is a Researcher and an Analyst. His research and commentary are on topical issues such as Education and learning, Technological changes, cultural and social changes, Political and Geopolitical amongst other trends that are shaping our world.

Lavlesh is a Chairman Trustee at The Integral School, Co-Founder, Anaga Life Commune, Professor of Practice (POP) and a visiting faculty at IIT-Delhi. He carries twenty-three years of corporate experience with him.

He is a student of Vedanta and an advocate of traditional wisdom. The first thirteen years of his education and upbringing transpired in the guiding light and inspiration of teachers and facilitators at the Mirambika School, Delhi, Sri Aurobindo Ashram.

Know more about his work at www.lavleshbhanot.com

WHO MAY ATTEND

Parents, educators, researchers and anyone seriously interested in education and individuals interested in exploring an alternative to mainstream education.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

• The talk is intensive, we therefore expect full concentration and attention during the session
• Participants would be expected to switch off their mobile phones
• It is mandatory to be seated by 3:25 pm to allow the session to start and finish as per the scheduled time