Before you begin: how to read this guide

How this guide for first-time Indian angel investors is built, where its ideas come from, and the one rule to accept before writing your first startup cheque.

Navigating the Emotional Labyrinth: What IVF Taught Me About Founder Resilience

Last week, I found myself sitting across from a founder who had just experienced a significant setback in his startup journey. His company had hit a financia...

AI Tools Can’t Replace the Genuine Curiosity My Kids Bring to Learning

I've been reflecting quite a bit on the role of AI tools in education, spurred on by my observations of my own children and their learning journeys. While AI...

The Unexpected Rewards of Honest Conversations in My IVF Clinic

I've been reflecting recently on the power of honest conversations in my IVF clinic. It's something that might seem straightforward, but in reality, it’s a p...

School Is Not Education

School is not the same as education. A series on how the conveyor-belt system stifles curiosity, and how Indian parents can help their child learn anyway.

A Note About Eklavya and TeachToEarn

Explore Eklavya and TeachToEarn's educational models for accessible, community-based learning. Evaluate their effectiveness and share your feedback.

Notes & Sources

Access sources to verify educational claims and explore evidence on outcomes, critical thinking, and learning strategies for parents.

The Shift in One Page

Compare traditional education with self-directed learning. Learn about control, support, success metrics, roles, and assessment differences.

Appendix B: A Microschool Design Checklist

A practical checklist for designing a microschool: curriculum and diagnostic assessment, how AI should help, human interaction, measurement and culture.

Appendix A: A Parent’s One-Page Learning Dashboard

Track your child's learning progress with a one-page dashboard. Assess skills, retention, and habits monthly for effective educational insights.