Gaurav Tekriwal's Blog, page 6
December 21, 2015
Launch of the 'Maths Sutra - Blog'
We are writing this to inform all of our readers that there are lot of activities and buzz happening around the book 'Maths Sutra - The Art of Vedic Speed Calculation'. You can follow the buzz and the events at our new "Maths Sutra Blog". You too can now bring the Maths Sutra Workshop to your school in the form of workshops and talks. Mail us your interest on gtekriwal@vedicmathsindia.org or simply call us on 098305-32264.The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
December 11, 2015
From the New Indian Express: It’s Mathe-Magic, Really !
Vedic Maths originated in India, but it disturbs me immensely, when people don’t acknowledge its value and have to be convinced about it, starts off Gaurav Tekriwal, author of Maths Sutra, a compilation of major Mathematical formulae from the Vedic era.
The President of the Vedic Maths Forum and a passionate mathematician, who has taken to it as his profession for the last 15-years, Gaurav, says his book is an “attempt to do away with the Maths phobia experienced by students and make it a fun learning exercise.”
But he does not intend to stop at this. Other than making Maths easy for the students, he believes now is the time to bring major changes in the country’s education system under the genre of numeric studies. “Researches have shown that as many as 75 per cent of the students of Grade V cannot solve a division problem. That is a huge number. To deal with it, a reform is needed. That's why I wrote the book!” says the Kolkata-based educator.
More on The New Indian Express: http://www.newindianexpress.com/educa... Vedic Math Forum India
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10-Day Christmas Camp on Vedic Maths in Mumbai
Vedic Maths Forum India in association with Fun Gurukool Mumbai is organizing an upcoming 10-Day Christmas Camp on Vedic Maths in Mumbai from 24th December to 2nd January 2016. This camp will be taken up by Mrs.Sejal Shah, Proprietor Vedic Maths Forum Mumbai. All interested participants in Mumbai are requested to contact Fun Gurukool 98200 52195 for registration.The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
December 8, 2015
'Maths Sutra - The Art of Vedic Speed Calculation' by Gaurav Tekriwal
It gives me great honor and pride to present to you 'Maths Sutra - The Art of Vedic Speed Calculation' published by Penguin Random House India. Based on the sixteen sutras, vedic maths is practically the only magical principle you need to tackle anything from simple arithmetic to algebra, algorithms, square roots, cube roots and many more mathematical concepts.
I would like to urge all of you to go ahead and visit our new book microsite www.mathssutra.comPlease feel free to purchase Maths Sutra from Amazon.in or Flipkart.comIn this book I have tried to make concepts simple yet very relevant , given students loads of practice exercises and made it fun too! This book is also the result of my travels and workshops conducted at various cities and towns globally.
The rationale for this book stems from the current numeracy standards of India and a desire to help students who struggle with numbers. There can be many ways of looking at a problem and students can have a different perspectives too. This book is a matter of giving the student a choice in terms of the methods they use in the classroom.
Also I often hear in my workshops that why the need for Vedic Maths in this age of computers and calculators? Well computers and calculators is certainly not a replacement of the maths classes and mental maths skills is needed to develop number sense in kids. That's why the need for mental maths programs like Vedic Mathematics.
Well I urge the community at large to take advantage of this book and use it for their various competitive examinations. If any part of this book ever helps anyone to solve a maths problem in an easier way - I would consider my role as a teacher and author fulfilled. Send in your valuable feedback on gtekriwal@vedicmathsindia.org The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
November 11, 2015
Happy Diwali from Vedic Maths Forum United States
Mrs.Ashvinee Naik Greetings to everyone on the festive occasion of Diwali! I would like to share this picture from a recent exhibition held at Pleasanton, California where Vedic Math Forum United States participated.
Mrs.Ashvinee Naik, Director Vedic Maths Forum United States participated in full fervor and enthusiasm.
We wish Mrs.Naik and her team the very best in their endeavors to promote Vedic Math globally!The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
November 10, 2015
Diwali Greetings!
May millions of lamps illuminate your life
with endless joy,prosperity,health & wealth forever
Wishing u and your family a very"HAPPY DIWALI"The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
November 2, 2015
WizIQ Edtech.Now LeaderSpeak
It was absolutely thrilling to be at Edtech.Now, WizIQ's flagship conference recently in New Delhi and learn from so many great experts on Online Education.
Harman Singh, Founder and CEO of WizIQ, shares his views on the emerging trends in education technology and his vision of the future of education.
Dr. Nellie Deutsch, renowned e-learning leader and education technology consultant, shares her views on the role technology can play in education and her own experience of using technology for teaching.
I had the opportunity to share my views on top trends that are transforming education and how I benefited by using education technology.
The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
Harman Singh, Founder and CEO of WizIQ, shares his views on the emerging trends in education technology and his vision of the future of education.Dr. Nellie Deutsch, renowned e-learning leader and education technology consultant, shares her views on the role technology can play in education and her own experience of using technology for teaching.
I had the opportunity to share my views on top trends that are transforming education and how I benefited by using education technology.
The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
October 20, 2015
2015 edition of WizIQ EdTech
At WizIQ Edtech.now2015 edition of WizIQ EdTech was recently organized on 15th October at Le-Meridien, New Delhi.It was a grand success considering it was the first time an event of this scale organized by WizIQ.com
It was a pleasure being there interacting with the Who's Who of the industry.
Lot of perspectives of online education were discussed. Highlight of the day was that whether its online or offline - value has to be added to the student.
The session with investors and online education was an interesting one. Moderated by Harman Singh, it was interesting to see Shantanu Prakash from Educomp, Gaurav Mehra from Kaizen Capital, Rishi Kapal and Harman Singh discuss their thoughts on the topic.How to engage learners in an online world - moderated by Dr Nellie Deutch saw an interesting mix of thoughts echoed by the panelists ( including your's truly) . This discussion ended with the thought that sooner or later the whole of India will learn on WizIQ!
Here's wishing the very best to WizIQ....and will see the team again next year at Edtech.now 2016.The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
October 15, 2015
Meet Neshni Naidoo, Director VMF South Africa
Meet Neshni Naidoo, Director Vedic Maths Forum South Africa :From Chemical Engineering to Maths Champion.
Mrs.Neshni NaidooMrs.Neshni Naidoo, a chemical engineering graduate and the Director of the South African Vedic Maths Forum, illustrates how numbers and compassion can go hand in hand.
Careers, Choices and Complications
30 years ago I would never have imagined that I would be where I am today! Back then, career choices were simple – doctor, lawyer or accountant. These were safe career choices if you were one of the ‘brighter’ students and were guaranteed to see you financially secure.
Although I enjoyed all the subjects I studied at school, the sciences fascinated me because I wanted to know how and why things work. I eventually ended up studying Chemical Engineering at the University of KwaZulu Natal in Durban.
It was an unusual career choice in a male dominated environment, but a challenging one that enabled you to create new processes, designs, equipment etc. using your knowledge of Science and Maths.
Work Experience, Problem Solving and Project Management skills
Over the next 8 years, I was fortunate to work at a number of companies, Sasol (Sasolburg), NCP (Johannesburg), CPUT (Cape Town) and SANS Fibres (Cape Town).
The work I did during this time included the following:
Research and Development
Plant Support
Conceptual Design
Troubleshooting
Project Management and
Educational Material Development.
Although the type of work was different, there was a common thread that ran through each of them – each was project based and involved finding solutions to problems, documenting and sharing them.
With each project, I developed new skills, gained knowledge of different processes and was continually challenged.
Meaning, Maths and Priorities
I had always assumed that I would be a career person, but with the arrival of my children, my priorities changed.
I felt that it was more important for me to be at home with them in their first few years. During this time at home, I realised my passion lay in Education.
However, I did not want to teach in a traditional schooling environment or use traditional techniques but rather take my love of learning and translate this into creative teaching that would inspire and motivate students rather than turn them away.
In 2010, I bought a franchise with EXPERI-BUDDIES ™ where I taught Science as a fun Extra-mural class to children between the ages of 6 and 9. During interactions with parents and teachers and from my own experience with my son, I became aware of the problems associated with Maths and Science Education in our country.
In an attempt to help my own child by finding more creative ways of teaching him Maths, I came across Vedic Maths. This is a system of Mental Maths that originated in India in the early 1900’s and was developed by the Mathematician and Scholar, Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji.
Becoming a Vedic Maths Champion
Upon completing a Vedic Maths Training Course through Vedic Maths Forum India, I was offered the opportunity to promote this in South Africa.
In October 2013, the Vedic Maths Forum South Africa was established with the purpose of supporting and developing Maths Education in South Africa through Online Tutoring in Regular School Maths and Vedic Maths and workshops for teachers, parents and learners.
When I realised that this is where I was meant to be, I knew I had reached a turning point .
Through our work with learners – we are able to inspire a love for Maths. However, this needs to be supported by teachers and parents. This is why the workshops with them are an essential part of the equation – reducing their Maths anxiety is crucial to reducing Maths anxiety in the learner.
What I love about the work I do, is that I am constantly creating – more creative ways of helping learners understand Maths and content to support teachers and parents and inspire a love of Maths.
Reducing parents Maths anxiety is crucial to reducing Maths anxiety in the learner.
You Have Career Choices if You Are A Lifelong Learner
For some people, the career choice is simple – they may have known at a young age.
For me, it was a journey of discovery – a 30-year journey.
I firmly believe that the experiences I have had were all designed to help me get where I am today and that they have made me who I am today.
I also believe that as we grow and as our priorities change, our career choices should also evolve. It is important therefore to be a lifelong learner for a skill you develop now, may become relevant at a later stage in life.The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
Mrs.Neshni NaidooMrs.Neshni Naidoo, a chemical engineering graduate and the Director of the South African Vedic Maths Forum, illustrates how numbers and compassion can go hand in hand.Careers, Choices and Complications
30 years ago I would never have imagined that I would be where I am today! Back then, career choices were simple – doctor, lawyer or accountant. These were safe career choices if you were one of the ‘brighter’ students and were guaranteed to see you financially secure.
Although I enjoyed all the subjects I studied at school, the sciences fascinated me because I wanted to know how and why things work. I eventually ended up studying Chemical Engineering at the University of KwaZulu Natal in Durban.
It was an unusual career choice in a male dominated environment, but a challenging one that enabled you to create new processes, designs, equipment etc. using your knowledge of Science and Maths.
Work Experience, Problem Solving and Project Management skills
Over the next 8 years, I was fortunate to work at a number of companies, Sasol (Sasolburg), NCP (Johannesburg), CPUT (Cape Town) and SANS Fibres (Cape Town).
The work I did during this time included the following:
Research and Development
Plant Support
Conceptual Design
Troubleshooting
Project Management and
Educational Material Development.
Although the type of work was different, there was a common thread that ran through each of them – each was project based and involved finding solutions to problems, documenting and sharing them.
With each project, I developed new skills, gained knowledge of different processes and was continually challenged.
Meaning, Maths and Priorities
I had always assumed that I would be a career person, but with the arrival of my children, my priorities changed.
I felt that it was more important for me to be at home with them in their first few years. During this time at home, I realised my passion lay in Education.
However, I did not want to teach in a traditional schooling environment or use traditional techniques but rather take my love of learning and translate this into creative teaching that would inspire and motivate students rather than turn them away.
In 2010, I bought a franchise with EXPERI-BUDDIES ™ where I taught Science as a fun Extra-mural class to children between the ages of 6 and 9. During interactions with parents and teachers and from my own experience with my son, I became aware of the problems associated with Maths and Science Education in our country.
In an attempt to help my own child by finding more creative ways of teaching him Maths, I came across Vedic Maths. This is a system of Mental Maths that originated in India in the early 1900’s and was developed by the Mathematician and Scholar, Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji.
Becoming a Vedic Maths Champion
Upon completing a Vedic Maths Training Course through Vedic Maths Forum India, I was offered the opportunity to promote this in South Africa.
In October 2013, the Vedic Maths Forum South Africa was established with the purpose of supporting and developing Maths Education in South Africa through Online Tutoring in Regular School Maths and Vedic Maths and workshops for teachers, parents and learners.
When I realised that this is where I was meant to be, I knew I had reached a turning point .
Through our work with learners – we are able to inspire a love for Maths. However, this needs to be supported by teachers and parents. This is why the workshops with them are an essential part of the equation – reducing their Maths anxiety is crucial to reducing Maths anxiety in the learner.
What I love about the work I do, is that I am constantly creating – more creative ways of helping learners understand Maths and content to support teachers and parents and inspire a love of Maths.
Reducing parents Maths anxiety is crucial to reducing Maths anxiety in the learner.
You Have Career Choices if You Are A Lifelong Learner
For some people, the career choice is simple – they may have known at a young age.
For me, it was a journey of discovery – a 30-year journey.
I firmly believe that the experiences I have had were all designed to help me get where I am today and that they have made me who I am today.
I also believe that as we grow and as our priorities change, our career choices should also evolve. It is important therefore to be a lifelong learner for a skill you develop now, may become relevant at a later stage in life.The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
September 15, 2015
Awarded the Youth Star Award
Awarded the #YouthStarAward by Radio One 94.3 FMJust got awarded the #YouthStarAward by Radio One 94.3 FM at the Park Hotel, Kolkata.I want to thank the Radio One 94.3 FM team for bestowing this honor upon me. Feels good for our efforts to be recognized. I also thank my parents,my wife and our team at Vedic Maths Forum India for their support and encouragement.
Our Vision by 2020 is to make every school in India exposed to Vedic Mathematics. Lets join hands in this endeavor.Thank you!The Vedic Math Forum India
Worlds Fastest Mental Math System
http://www.vedicmathsindia.org
