
Reflections on MBUST: A Visionary Institution with Room to Grow
by ND Lama, February 14th, 2025 Introduction Visiting Madan Bhandari University of Science and Technology (MBUST) was an exciting and eye-opening experience. It was inspiring […]
by ND Lama, February 14th, 2025 Introduction Visiting Madan Bhandari University of Science and Technology (MBUST) was an exciting and eye-opening experience. It was inspiring […]
By ND Lama Introduction: A System in CrisisNepal’s education system has long been dominated by the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), a high-stakes, centralized test that […]
by ND Lama, December 1st, 2024 At the 3rd International Conference organized by PABSON, key leaders in Nepal’s education sector—Education Minister Vidya Bhattarai and Ammar […]
Note by ND Lama, November 29th, 2024 At the 3rd International Education Conference organized by PABSON, Ari Pokka, a distinguished Finnish education expert and CEO […]
Building a Christian Study Center: A Practical Alternative to Establishing a University
Establishing a university is a resource-intensive endeavor, often unattainable due to constraints like time, finances, and human capital. However, creating a Christian study center offers a practical and impactful alternative. This model provides accredited teacher education programs through strategic partnerships with organizations such as ECEC Nepal, EQUIP (KISC), TeachBeyond, ITEEN, and DAI.
The study center can draw from ITEEN’s pilot undergraduate program and DAI’s Master’s in Organizational Leadership as templates, offering accessible and flexible education that integrates Christian principles. By focusing on teacher education, leadership development, and early childhood education, the study center equips educators to influence their communities with credibility and a strong Christian worldview.
This approach balances practicality with vision, meeting immediate educational needs while investing in the development of future leaders. Through collaboration, tailored curricula, and globally recognized accreditation, the study center becomes a hub for transformative education, uniting faith and learning to make a lasting impact.
In recent years, the debate over enforcing a unified textbook policy across all schools in Nepal has intensified. Advocates argue that a standardized curriculum can promote educational equity and strengthen national identity, ensuring that students across the country have equal access to quality education. However, critics warn that such a policy may stifle teacher autonomy and limit the flexibility needed to adapt lessons to local contexts.
Looking at global practices, countries like South Korea and France use centralized textbooks to create uniform educational standards, while countries like Finland and the United States allow more flexibility, enabling educators to choose materials that suit their students’ needs. For Nepal, a hybrid approach—combining core national standards with options for localized content—could provide the best balance between consistency and adaptability, fostering a cohesive yet diverse learning environment.
By ND Lama, Merodesh Academy for Better Nepal Introduction In a vibrant jungle, a harmonious community of animals thrived together. Monkeys, Elephants, Eagles, Fish, and […]
The content emphasizes the importance of missionaries adopting a supportive role rather than always leading initiatives. By empowering local leaders, missionaries can foster sustainable growth and respect cultural contexts. Emphasizing humility and collaboration not only strengthens communities but also enhances the impact of their missions, advancing the collective goal of building His Kingdom.
विद्यार्थीको मनमस्तिष्कमा स्याउ (बानी) र हातमा सुन्तला (सीप) फलाउनु शिक्षा हो। जुन फलले विद्यार्थीहरूलाई संसार अवलोकन गर्न, यसको वास्तविकता बुझ्न र मूल्याङ्कन गर्न सक्षम बनाउँछ। […]
मानकीकृत परीक्षणहरू प्रजातन्त्रको विपरीत मानिन्छन् किनभने तिनका सिद्धान्तहरू र प्रभावहरूले लोकतान्त्रिक शिक्षाका मूल्यमान्यताहरू—समता, व्यक्तिगत विकास, र सहभागितात्मक सिकाइ—सँग बाझिन्छन्। यहाँ मानकीकृत परीक्षणहरू प्रजातान्त्रिक आदर्शहरूको विपरीत […]
“The War on Kids” is a 2009 documentary directed by Cevin Soling that critiques the American public school system, arguing that it suppresses students’ individuality […]
“The Test & The Art of Thinking” (2017) is a documentary that explores the culture and impact of standardized testing in the U.S., particularly focusing […]
“Standardized: Lies, Money, and Civil Rights: How Testing Is Ruining Public Education” (2013) is a documentary directed by Daniel Hornberger that critiques the high-stakes standardized […]
“Waiting for ‘Superman’” (2010) is a documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim that examines the failures of the American public education system. The film follows the […]
“Race to Nowhere” (2009) is a documentary directed by Vicki Abeles that critiques the American education system’s intense pressure on students. The film addresses how […]
Street preaching, also known as open-air preaching, public evangelism, or street evangelism, has a long and varied history across different cultures and religious traditions. It […]
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