Pallikkutam October issue is focussed on importance of creating new instructional design and leadership in schools and colleges. Teachers are at the heart of the educational system despite all the technological disruptions and advent of online learning due to pandemic. India has always honoured teachers and given them due respect and that tradition continues in modern times. September 5 is celebrated as Teacher's Day when innovative teachers are honoured by the President of India. The present issue delves deepeer into what makes an adorable teacher and stories of innovation done by some outstanding teachers. The issue also takes a look at Gandhian thought and philosophy and its relevance in 21st century. Other issues covered include changing attitudes or outlook on respect, appreciation, the challenges of parenting the digital natives, a profile of mom-daughter duo capturing the hearts of people with their lovely dance numbers and a first generation entrepreneur, a banker who took to marathon at the age of 45 sharing their motivational or inspirational stories and regular columns such as Arena (sports), Lifestyle (psychology), Playskool (gamification) etc
Pallikkutam is an education magazine in English published by Rajagiri Media Trust. It has articles on teaching, learning, policy issues, parenting and columns by leading writers and academicians