Research and Articles
Nanubhai Fellows conduct on-going research about our communities and use their research to inform the continued development of our programs. Nanubhai also works with partner schools and organizations to do additional research, as needed.
Poor Health, its Implications on Students’ Educations and an Initiative Towards a Solution – Author: Eric Huh
Abstract: Research conducted by several foundations, such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has linked poor health to a number of psychosocial aspects of an individual’s or community’s life. One such area that has proven to be heavily impacted is education. When a community suffers from chronic illnesses and systemic diseases, all types of resources, [...]
Effectiveness of Including Supplemental Interactive English Activities in the Gujarat State English Curriculum – Author: Emily Richardson
Background: Although India has made significant progress in primary and secondary education, there are still many challenges and high school graduation rates remain low. Education in rural India, especially in the state of Gujarat, is particularly weak. The Gujarat State curriculum focuses on rote learning and memorization. In rural high schools, like Madhi High School, [...]
Women’s Education: An analysis of current, pressing issues in Kadod, Gujarat and suggestions for improved women’s participation in the sciences. – Authors: Apeksha Dave, David Tse, Adarsh Dave
1. Abstract With the development of India’s economy, there are increased opportunities for Indians to excel globally, especially those entering science and technology streams. However, due to lack of knowledge, guidance, and information, many talented youth in rural areas like Kadod, Gujarat are unable to take advantage of these opportunities. While this is true for [...]
The Bija Project – Author: Zachary Hindin
Abstract My project aims to lay the foundations for a longterm program that would supplement Nanubhai’s flagship Teaching Fellowship. My point of departure in designing this program is that several attributes of the Teaching Fellowship make it an effort which is necessary, but ultimately insufficient to empower rural Indian schools towards selfsufficiency. This project is [...]
Career and Higher Education Guidance for Secondary and Higher Secondary Students in Rural Gujarat – Author: Milly Egawa
Introduction …Everybody gets confused while selecting one’s career in any field. The field of career education and employment is also not spared. Many times this situation is very difficult for class 10 and 12 teenage students and their unaware or busy parents. There is lack of help and guidance regarding education or career in our [...]
Causes Behind Low Female Enrollment in Computer, Technical & Science Streams – Author: Priya Garg
Overview Educational choices made by females in surrounding high schools (Madhi, Mandvi, and Vankal) and their causes Educational choices made by females at Kadod High School and their causes Suggestions for closing the gap between female and male enrollment in the computer, technical and science streams Download the Article
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