Free Thinkers: The Beyond 8 Blog

The world we live in today needs more problem-solvers, debaters, critical thinkers and global citizens than it needs convention. At Beyond 8, we want to nurture a generation of children to go against the grain by pushing the boundaries of traditional education. Free Thinkers is an online magazine that puts the spotlight on the latest and greatest in the field of liberal education and beyond. Stay tuned for insights and analysis from the experts and young learners too!

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Parents, it's time to look at careers differently. Here’s why!

Facing parental pressure when it comes to career choices is common. Helping and guiding your child is necessary, but there is a clear difference between that and pressuring them to follow your plans

Raaji Naveen

Raaji Naveen

9 August 2021

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Biology careers for IGCSE / AS & A students : top 5 picks

Does a career in biology and life sciences excite you? In this post, we dig deeper into how learners can build a solid foundation in the subject as part of their IGCSE / AS & A levels.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

2 August 2021

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Valuable career tips from India's first Child and Maternity Photographer

Considering a career in photography after college? Amrita Samant, India's first child and maternity photographer dishes out her expert advice on pursuing the art of photography.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

30 July 2021

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5 surefire ways to lead your people to success: lessons from the top!

Insights from the CEO of Apollo Hospitals on what makes a ‘people’s leader’

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

29 July 2021

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5 exciting careers to pursue after studying maths in IGCSE / AS & A

Can pursuing math during IGCSE / AS & A Level open up exciting career opportunities for young learners? Of course.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

26 July 2021

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Relocating to India with your child? 4 things to know about shifting schools

Moving back to India with your family can be an exciting adventure. But are your children ready for the transition?

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

9 July 2021

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Competition Vs. collaboration: which will get you further in the future?

What do you think will matter in future jobs - competition or collaboration? Well, if you ask someone who comes from a traditional education background, they will say competition.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

5 July 2021

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The place of pure sciences in liberal education

Do intangible, invisible things matter? If so, how does liberal education celebrate it? Let’s find out!

Pugazh Arasu

Pugazh Arasu

30 June 2021

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How do I pick subjects in IGCSE / AS & A Levels? 4 Easy Steps

It is not easy to pick subjects in IGCSE / AS & A levels. That is why we decided to share our 4-step process to guide your decision when it comes to opting for the right set of subjects.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

17 June 2021

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