“Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.”
-Albert Einstein
Dr Koushalya Varadarajan an alumna of IIM Calcutta’s Leadership Program, firmly believes that education serves not only to impart information but also to instill values in students. With a PhD in Hindi literature and an M.Phil in Political Science, she brings a wealth of teaching experience spanning from middle school to postgraduate levels. She is a passionate educator and an avid learner.
In today’s age of abundant information facilitated by AI, the true challenge lies in teaching students how to effectively and efficiently utilize this information. She emphasizes that education plays a pivotal role in molding individuals into socially responsible global citizens, nurturing critical thinking, empathy, cultural awareness, and a sense of responsibility towards the global community.