Shot to fame at Chicago’s Parliament of Religions in 1893
Died in 1902 at a young age and left a treasure of writings
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Life & beliefs
Revolted against the imposition of the British system of education in India
He renounced the world after his guru’s death
Had a great compassion for the Indian people
He presented a philosophy for man-making
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Philosophy
Doctrine of divinity
Patriotism
Humanitarianism
Service
Equal position to women
Sat chit ananda
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Vedanta
Comes from the Sanskrit words veda (wisdom) and anta (end) and signifies supreme wisdom
We are primarily consciousness and the individual soul is part of the cosmic consciousness
Our real nature is divine
We are born in this world to realize this divinity
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“ We want that education by which character is formed, strength of mind is increased, the intellect is expanded and by which one stands on one’s own feet”.
Quoting Swamiji
“ Education is the manifestation of the divine perfection already in man”.
All knowledge is within the individual, it requires only an awakening.
Educational Philosophy
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Education for self-development
Character formation
Should build self-reliance and confidence
Service to mankind
Promotion of universal brotherhood
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Curriculum
Cultural heritage in terms of History, Poetry, languages, Vedantic studies
Scientific knowledge & technological studies
Vocational studies
Subjects for girls
Games, Sports & Physical education
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Methods of Teaching
Lectures, discussions, self-experience
Developing the mind by concentration & meditation & yoga
Individual guidance by the teacher
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Role of the teacher
To motivate, demonstrate, and persuade individuals to discover their own potential, intellect and to properly understand their mind, body and spirit.
Love, affection & empathy
Dedication, commitment, understanding of the scriptures and value-based life
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Contribution to education
Revived the spirit of humanism in education Free and compulsory mass education