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Our focus is on liberating and empowering the learner students to transition from the factual to the conceptual
through an education that is inspirational, practical, and level of thinking. This orientation calls for a distinctive shift
futuristic. The contours of the new learning paradigms will in mindset of the teacher and the taught. All involved in the
show how children educate themselves through inquiry- curriculum design and instruction will need a blueprint for
based and concept-based learning, the model of learner transformation and developing in children such critical
agency, the emphasis on learning that transfers, the competencies. Then only, they will be able to move forward
primacy of disruptive thinking in classrooms, and so on. into a promising future with confidence and the required
And, it has always been our endeavour to keep the entire skill sets.
DAIS community abreast of the highlights of our evolving
pedagogical principles and practices. In a world driven by algorithms and with the phenomenal
rise of artificial intelligence, the domain of cognitive
Inquiry-based and concept-based learning promotes processes are witnessing a revolution. Teaching
deep understanding and teachers' roles are increasingly metacognitive skills - the process of thinking about one's
getting redefined to be a facilitator, and moves teaching own thinking and learning - to students has become an
and learning beyond facts and skills. When we prompt and educational imperative. Experiential learning strategies
support students to inquire into the concepts and study the including simulation and gamification are gaining in
VICE-CHAIRPERSON’S relationships between them, using guiding questions, the importance. A digital mindset is a critical catalyst for the

MESSAGE learning and assimilation move to a new level. future of education. Beyond the one-size-fits-all system of
education, differentiated instruction and personalised
When we integrate student voice into the learning process,
learning are the new order. All this necessitates the critical
it will unleash their creativity and transform the entire
need for any school to be a research-oriented organisation
learning experience. Adopting the learner agency
that incorporates contemporary research in its curriculum
approach to learning will cultivate personal responsibility and pedagogy.
“ DAIS is now a candidate school for IB PYP and IB MYP, and have started teaching for their learning and motivate students to take an agile and As we are preparing to launch the Nita Mukesh Ambani
adaptable role in their learning,. It will encourage them to
students by following these frameworks. This flexible and futuristic curriculum
be decision-makers. It ignites a drive for deeper learning
Junior School and add new wings to our dreams, let's
builds on the traditional strengths of DAIS, and our new pedagogical practices and will equip students with the skills and orientation continue to reflect on our key learnings and work towards
are going to transform the way children will engage with their learning. required to succeed in the future. It can inspire in children a transforming the way teachers teach and children learn.
” genuine love of learning. Let's impart an education that places children at the cutting

The genesis and growth of any institution, with focus on DAIS journey through multiple lenses. DAIS is a case study In a fast-evolving world, accentuated by technology, we are edge of artificial intelligence, while fully embracing
emotional intelligence. Let them be curious and engaged
preparing children for a future that we can't visualise, or
how it envisioned its future and traversed the multiple of how emotions - the emotional connect to an institution - learners, always. Let them be willing to take risks and try
they can't predict. Therefore, going forward, the focus
pathways, always serves an important case study. can engender excellence and create magic, way beyond its new things. Let them be inquisitive and analytical. And most
should be on learning that transfers. The learning they
Educational institutions are uniquely placed as they are brick-and-mortar structure. How this emotional connect
receive today should enable them to unpack learning importantly, let them be well-rounded.
meant to be role model organisations. The emergence of and exceptional commitment are more powerful than
Dhirubhai Ambani International School on the horizon intellectual prowess. How team effort and co-creation are standards, develop competencies, unlock new situations, As DAIS celebrates its 20 years, may I take this opportunity
20 years ago was the leap of faith of one person- my superior to individual brilliance. How hands-on work can ask questions, and explore new solutions. This means, while to express my sincere gratitude to our Founder &
we need to harness the time-tested building blocks and
mother Nita Mukesh Ambani. And, what this young win over hands-off approach. How cardinal institutional Chairperson Smt Nita M. Ambani, our leadership team,
institution has accomplished is her labour of love. For me, principles can serve as resilient pillars. approaches to learning, we must also equally focus on teachers and staff, our alumni, our parents, and all our well-
building students' capacity to transfer their learning to new
her foremost synonym is 'educationist'. I have always seen wishers for building this iconic institution. One that has
in her a teacher - a passionate teacher - in everything she As DAIS stands at the threshold of a new development and challenging situations and solving complex problems. impacted the lives of so many in such a short time. Let the
does, whether it is school or higher education, sport or art, phase and is all set to spread wings as a mother institution, This calls for more open-mindedness and flexibility on the culture of excellence, children's holistic development and
philanthropy or healthcare. I have experienced how a we have much to look ahead and accomplish. We are very part of every educator, and more receptibility on the part of well-being of all continue to be our watchwords for the
teacher can be an inspirational leader, can instil a growth much on track in our transition to the new curriculum the learner to navigate and interpret those situations. future. Together, let us build a school of the future, a
mindset in children, and can make a huge positive impact in pathways. DAIS is now a candidate school for IB PYP and IB timeless institution.
the lives of children. MYP, and have started teaching students by following these Another important and indispensable part of education is to
frameworks. This flexible and futuristic curriculum builds on future-proof learning for all children by creating a culture
As a student, as an alumna, and now as an institutional the traditional strengths of DAIS, and our new pedagogical and practice of disruptive thinking in our classrooms My best wishes to all our children!
leader, I have had the opportunity to experience the DAIS practices are going to transform the way children will and beyond. Conformity won't stir their creativity and
story in multiple roles. This has enabled me to look at the engage with their learning. imagination. Constructing thinking classrooms will enable Isha Ambani Piramal

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