TeacherPhilosophy
Computer Masti believes that teacher is not somebody who teaches, but merely acts as a facilitator who facilitates students learning. Computer Masti curriculum is based on following Philosophy:
- Three Pillars:
Computer Masti Curriculum is based on three pillars which are:
- Learning pillar: This pillar has namely 3 areas like - Thinking process skills which are needed in the everyday life of an average person. The thinking process skills that this curriculum focuses on are: algorithmic thinking, problem-solving skills, systematic information gathering, brain storming, analysis and synthesis of information, multiple representations and divergent thinking. Spiral curriculum which is when there is an iterative revisiting of topics across themes throughout the course. Each successive encounter of the topic builds on the previous one and aims to deepen the knowledge of that topic. There is continuity from one stage of the curriculum to the next and vertical integration between the different stages. Thematic integration views learning and teaching in a holistic way and reflects the interactive nature of the real world (Hanlon & Ayer, 2005). Developing countries such as India, where resources are constrained, and computers are mostly implemented as a separate school subject. To address their needs, we suggest a thematic integration for IT curriculum that involves reinforcing what is taught in other subjects while learning computer science.
- Computer literacy pillar: This pillar stands for acquisition of skills to become efficient user of the technology. This includes become fluent in computer operations, usage skills, skills to use applications, information literacy. Another aspect of this pillar is building competency to write computer programs so as to become efficient creators of the technology. This includes acquiring proficiency in programming concepts - their functions and applications.
- Scalability pillar: Use of free applications ensures maximum reach, particularly to resourced constrained groups of developing countries. It has been recognized that unless an attitude and aptitude of knowledge creation is established in developing countries, they will continue to remain as mere consumers of technology. Use of FOSS facilitates a culture of freedom and builds confidence in the user to be in command of technology. It also brings down the implementation cost drastically.
- Learning pillar: This pillar has namely 3 areas like - Thinking process skills which are needed in the everyday life of an average person. The thinking process skills that this curriculum focuses on are: algorithmic thinking, problem-solving skills, systematic information gathering, brain storming, analysis and synthesis of information, multiple representations and divergent thinking. Spiral curriculum which is when there is an iterative revisiting of topics across themes throughout the course. Each successive encounter of the topic builds on the previous one and aims to deepen the knowledge of that topic. There is continuity from one stage of the curriculum to the next and vertical integration between the different stages. Thematic integration views learning and teaching in a holistic way and reflects the interactive nature of the real world (Hanlon & Ayer, 2005). Developing countries such as India, where resources are constrained, and computers are mostly implemented as a separate school subject. To address their needs, we suggest a thematic integration for IT curriculum that involves reinforcing what is taught in other subjects while learning computer science.
- Pantanjali yoga sutra:
Computer Masti follows the Patanjali's Yoga Sutra for facilitation of learning in classroom and outside. The 'sutra' on education is Pratyaksha, Anumana, Agama, and Pramana. 'Pramana' or right knowledge can be attained by:
- 'Pratyaksha' or direct experience. For example; learning what skills are reinforced through the games by directly playing them
- 'Anumana' or reasoning. For example: Learning by analysis, the difference and similarity in usage of Open Office and MS Office
- 'Agama' or information through authentic source Learning happens best when the learner is directly involved in the learning process, i.e. through 'Pratyaksha'.
