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Learning from a Barefoot Movement

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Discover the inspiring story of the Barefoot College in Rajasthan, India, through this 19-minute TED Talk. Explore how this extraordinary educational institution empowers rural women and men, many of whom are illiterate, to become solar engineers, artisans, dentists, and doctors within their own villages. Learn about the innovative approach and philosophy behind this grassroots movement as founder Bunker Roy explains the college's unique methodology and its impact on rural communities. Gain insights into alternative education models that challenge traditional notions of learning and development, and witness how this barefoot movement is transforming lives and fostering sustainable change in rural India.

Syllabus

Bunker Roy: Learning from a barefoot movement


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