"Dream, Dream, Dream! Conduct these dreams into thoughts, and then transform them into action."
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
8 Mar 2023
Mythili, a science teacher in a government school in Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, is making waves with her innovative teaching methods. With her passion for science and music, she transforms complex scientific theories into catchy movie songs, turning her classroom into a lively music class.
Her aim is to make her students ambitious and world-renowned scientists, and she goes the extra mile to ignite their interest in science. She uses various strategies, including ARloopa, FXguru, and other science-related materials as teaching aids. With her innovative teaching ideas, Mythili has equipped her students to attend various competitions and win awards.
Mythili's commitment to her students came about after she realized that many of them struggled academically as a result of their parents' neglect. Instilling fundamental education with discipline, she opted for practical teaching techniques above book reading. Her students started cooperating with her after two years of strenuous effort.
Her efforts have paid off, and she has received numerous awards, including the Inspire Awards, Innovative Teacher Award, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Award, Innovative Woman Achiever Award, and Best Exhibitor Award.
Mythili's dedication has inspired her students, many of whom have excelled in science competitions and received scholarships. She has even coached them to participate in the Guinness World Record event, conducted by the India International Science Festival.
Her students testify to the impact she has had on their lives, with many crediting her for their interest in science and the prizes they have won. With her innovative teaching methods and dedication to her students, Mythili is sowing the seeds for a future generation of scientists.