Visual intelligence is an inherent, learnable skill that reflects a cognitive ability in humans to perceive, process, and manipulate visual information along with spatial relationships. This skill includes pattern recognition, visual memory, and the ability to mentally alter images to address problems or navigate through environments. Depending on the context, the term can have three different meanings: Cognitive Psychology: Often referred to as visual-spatial intelligence, i

The United Nations proclaimed World Bicycle Day (June 3) is being observed since 2018 to urge the use of bicycles as as a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport as well as a part of positive life style. During the current pandemic crisis, bicycle is is considered to safe means to move around. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), safe infrastructure for walking and cycling is also a pathway for achieving greater

SHORT NOTE The Bhagavad Gita emphasizes a meditative existence while keeping the concept of Atman - the essence of the soulfulness - at the forefront of every action. This approach transforms life and work into a form of worship. It is essential to infuse our daily activities and professional endeavors with a sense of soulfulness and divinity in order to engage in worldly tasks with a sense of detachment. Redirect your focus towards the supreme soul, allowing each action to b

The 2027 ASE Annual Conference with the theme Shaping the Future of Science Education Together is going to be held on 07 January 2027 - 09 January 2027 in Northampton, UK The University of Northampton's Waterside Campus is going host the UK’s largest gathering for everyone involved in science education with a huge range of sessions packed with keynotes, expert speakers, and hands-on workshops, state the organizers As usual, the conference will have a lively exhibition feat

The Global Day of Parents is celebrated annually on June 1 to honor and appreciate parents worldwide for their selfless commitment, lifelong sacrifices, and vital role in nurturing children. Designated by the General Assembly in 2012, the observance provides an opportunity to appreciate all parents for their "selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship." According to the UN, we must emphasize the 'critical role of parents i

In India, The multi-grade and multi-level schools organisation are successful in the NGO sector, According to A UNESCO-Sponsored study by this blogger, in most NGOs, the initiatives on Multi-Grade Teaching (MGT) are effective as far as the learner achievement is concerned. Rishi Valley Satellite Schools are a highly systematic and well performing cluster of MGT schools with cultural inputs into the curriculum, well-established time and learning material use routines, vertic

Technical language competence of science instructors: A Sketch note and ABC verse Sketch note ABC Verse A: Attend consciously to the form of technical writing B: Be aware of the science discourse organization C: Communicative competence attainment level of reasonable quality D: Development of oral text to speak technically well E: Environment that is technical-language rich

Bhagavad Gita's lessons for holistic life management: A poem The Bhagavad Gita, our sacred book, Offers a path for living whole and deep. With wisdom's light and action, we can look To manage lives, while inner truths we keep. Three lessons bloom, a foundation strong, First, duty's call, detached from what may be. Focus on deeds, where true efforts belong, And let results flow, setting your spirit free. Perform with care, each task a selfless art, Let go the grasp of winning

The World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed annually on May 31. The 2026 campaign theme is "Unmasking the appeal – countering nicotine and tobacco addiction." The World Health Organization (WHO) is focusing on exposing how the tobacco industry targets children and adolescents with flavored vapes, synthetic nicotine, and slick digital marketing. The WHO has stressed the need for 'bringing together governments, health organizations, civil society and youth from around the world

Towards micro-science strategy for resource constraint primary schools to promote STEAM education In the modern times, STEAM education is being promoted and supported by educational reforms in most countries. STEAM is an educational framework that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics. It blurs the lines between traditional subjects to encourage experiential, project-based learning. The "Arts" include visual design, language arts, humanities,

POEM When fields get so narrow and deep, Your thoughts start to slumber and sleep. With one single view, And biases true, Your knowledge, it's hard now to keep. But learning both wide and so grand, Lets visions expand through the land. With minds open wide, And nothing to hide, True wisdom you'll surely command. Kishore's (2026) poem contrasts the limitations of narrow specialization with the advantages of integrated, whole-brain education. It emphasizes that holistic learnin

Kishore’s 2009 [1] paper, "Stepping into Science in Small Schools: Together with Tools, Techniques and Toys", advocates for cost-effective, toy-based pedagogy in resource-constrained schools. Published at the epiSTEME 3 conference, the research emphasizes hands-on, activity-oriented STEM learning. By utilizing easily accessible household materials and affordable micro-science kits, Dr. Kishore demonstrates how educators can cultivate scientific temper, improve conceptual und

Bhagavad Gita Verse श्रेयान्स्वधर्मोविगुणःपरधर्मात्स्वनुष्ठितात्। स्वधर्मेनिधनंश्रेयःपरधर्मोभयावहः॥ (Bhagavad Gita 3.35) 'The Bhagavad Gita As It Is' translation of the verse is as follows It is far better to discharge one’s prescribed duties, even though faultily, than another’s duties perfectly. Destruction in the course of performing one’s own duty is better than engaging in another’s duties, for to follow another’s path is dangerous. Message: The Gita emphasizes Swadharma

World Otter Day is being celebrated on May 27, 2026, by the animal and nature lovers marking the 10th global anniversary of the event established by the International Otter Survival Fund. This awareness day highlights the need to protect otters and their fragile wetland habitats from river pollution, climate change, and habitat loss. The day is often celebrated by zoo visit, classroom experiential learning and webinars. Watching the the playful Asian small-clawed otter is gre

Academia.edu informed on May 26, 2026, via e-mail premium@academia-mail.com that the name "Lalit Kishore" is mentioned by a well-known author on their website which prompted Google AI search to get more details and get new citations and references. The Google AI prompt prompt 'Write the summary of the paper: teaching marginalized children at primary schools: teachers professional development through collaborative action research' by Abdullah Haruna along with its bibliograph

Id-ul-Zuha (Bakr-Id), which is also known as Eid al-Adha or Id-ul-Adha, is a festival that Muslims celebrate with special prayers, greetings and gifts. It is a gazetted holiday in India and is also referred to as the festival of sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's obedience to God. This year, the festival falls on May 27 which is also known as the 'Feast of the Sacrifice' or 'Festival of the Sacrifice' to honour the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son

Paper Airplane Day is celebrated every year on May 26 to honor the fun craft of making paper airplanes and the science behind flying. These folded paper toys are believed to have originated in Asia about 2,000 years ago, right after paper was invented. Later on, in the western world, people started using paper models to explore early ideas about aerodynamics. In schools, this day is a fun learning opportunity, usually filled with folding lessons and competitions that focus on

The theme for the 2026 observance of World Football Day, May 25, established by the UN is "Be Active," a global campaign led by FIFA and the World Health Organization to inspire daily physical activity. For the broader UN-backed celebrations,the guiding ethos centers on "Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers. According to the UN, football's broad appeal and accessibility make it a potent tool for promoting health and well-being. It has also served as a vital platform for

The Academia Reader Alert informed via updates@academia-mail.com that Kishore's paper 'Stepping into Science in Small Schools: Together with Tools, Techniques and Toys' has been read by Birungi Francis (https://independent.academia.edu/BirungiFrancis) Citation The Google AI prompt 'Write a summary in 200 words of the paper 'Stepping into Science in Small Schools: Together with Tools, Techniques and Toys' by lalit kishore for a researcher with bibliographic reference' provided

The Gita's Harmony Precept Comprises of Universal Goodwill and Social Unity: A Poem A world torn, in pieces it lies, By skin colour, wealth, beliefs that rise. But the Gita's thought, a whisper sweet, Good will for all, a shared heartbeat. For every soul, a spark the same, Equality's light, a burning flame. This truth we know, makes peace take hold, Global citizens, brave and bold. With humans kind, who truly care, Compassion's touch, a weight to bear. From talking hearts, wh