Journal: Notes from the Beyond 8 tribe

We write for families and educators who are thinking carefully about what school can be after Grade 8. Here you’ll find clear viewpoints, lived stories, and practical lenses on learning, adolescence, and choice, written by our founders, mentors, and occasionally, our learners.

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Smarten up your teaching with CAFE model

Is there a way to assess the learning of students other than pushing them to compete for better marks and ranks? Sarala Ramalingam describes a smarter way to teach.

Sarala A

Sarala A

10 October 2021

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5 simple steps to truly understand your teenager

It is crucial to have a healthy relationship with your teenager. Raaji Naveen, co-founder of Beyond 8, shares parenting tips to empathetically bond with your teen.

Raaji Naveen

Raaji Naveen

3 October 2021

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4 keys to long lasting happiness at work

What can you do to improve your focus, happiness and productivity at work? Shankaran Nair, a veteran business leader shares how to have a personally meaningful career.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

28 September 2021

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4 step guide to choose the perfect college

Picking the right college after school can get confusing. Our 4 step guide will help you make the best decision for higher education and college admission.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

9 September 2021

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A smarter outlook on work and happiness

Work doesn't have to feel stressful all the time. It simply comes down to understanding the pursuit of happiness a little deeper. Dr Malati Raghunath shares her views and experiences in this post.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

5 September 2021

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Frequently asked questions about liberal education in India

Not quite sure what liberal education is? Or if it's the right fit for your child? In this blog, we address Google’s most searched questions on liberal education to shed light on the topic.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

3 September 2021

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Best careers to pick after IGCSE / AS & A sociology

Sociology is an academic subject that is immensely valuable in the real world. Let’s explore different career options in this interesting and impactful field.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

31 August 2021

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How can you find happiness at work?

Is the pursuit of happiness a goal or a journey? Sriram Kalyanaraman, Founder of Amaidhi School of Transformation shares his tips for anyone seeking happiness at the workplace.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

23 August 2021

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Understanding happiness to thrive in the workplace

During our Masterclass with Sriram Kalyanaraman, the founder of Amaidhi School of Transformation, we delved into better understanding happiness.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

23 August 2021

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