The process of unlearning is not about forgetting all that you have learned. Unlearning plays a pivotal part in personal and intellectual growth. While most formal and traditional knowledge is focused on rote memorization and regurgitation, our emphasis is about breaking preconceived notions, biases and stereotypes, fostering a growth mindset that sparks innovation, experimentation and adaptability to change. In a rapidly changing world where knowledge, skills and gadgets become obsolete in no time, discarding concepts or views becomes imperative. One must be ready to update oneself, embracing new technology or skills in order to develop one’s personality, overcome fear and failure.
“Half of wisdom is learning what to unlearn” – Larry Niven
Relearning involves a process of learning something again for retention and practice, to become adept at a skill or task. Practice makes perfect. The process of relearning is also vital in terms of transformation, adapting to new challenges and handling unforeseen or crisis situations. It develops flexibility and management skills by providing opportunities to explore newer perspectives and contexts. One has to update and upskill oneself to modern changes. Relearning is to review, refresh and restructure and align with the new information, change or advancement. It enhances deeper understanding, critical thinking in order to remain relevant. If you learnt the basics well, you can tackle complex situations. From typing on a typewriter years ago, one can adapt to operating a computer or any digital device with a keyboard. Or, if you worked on a pedal sewing machine earlier, you can adapt to a quicker, more versatile automatic electric machine.
“That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you’ve understood all your life, but in a new way.” – Doris Lessing
Learning is not a static process. Learning by doing offers a hands-on approach to progressive learning. It is task-oriented. Effective learning can only happen by active participation and engagement, as opposed to passive learning or receiving information by reading or lectures. The entire process is more experiential and tactile, allowing the mind to reflect on what one is doing and explore newer ways of its application. Once you learn something, it expands the mind to apply that wisdom into creating something useful or sustainable. When you learn a craft, whether it is block printing or repurposing cardboard boxes, you could apply the same skill to make reams of fabric, a saree or a poster or make customized stationery, letter pads, pen holders, corporate gifts, etc. Observing birds in the outdoors helps children retain the knowledge about their appearance, calls, behavior, nesting habits better than just reading or seeing pictures in a book, inspiring conversation, art or activity.
“The whole movement of life is learning. There is never a time in which there is no learning.” – J Krishnamurti
J Krishnamurti once said, ‘School is a place of leisure. It is only when you have leisure that you can learn.’ Ajji’s Learning Centre is a place that underlines the limitless opportunities for learning and personal growth. It is not confined to specific subjects or places. Since acquiring knowledge is a continuous process, the centre hopes to expand the students’ worldview by providing exciting learning experiences through interactions, workshops and exposure to experts from different walks of life. It is a space to create channels of opportunities to share ideas, spark curiosity, and inculcate a spirit of adventure and creativity by working together with students from mainstream schools and dialogue with guest speakers.
“Seeking knowledge is like opening doors. And I know the doors are everywhere.” – Georges St-Pierre
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We’re excited to have you on board! Here are some frequently asked questions to help you get started:
1. How can I register?
Events and Workshops: Reach out to us via email or phone. You’ll find our contact details on our [Contact Us](insert link) page.
Courses: Simply call us directly or visit our centre in person to register.
Volunteering and Internships: Email us your latest CV/resume, and we’ll get back to you shortly.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Courses (Computer Literacy, Tailoring, Arts & Crafts): Our courses are open to students, school/college dropouts, or any interested individuals from rural communities.
Volunteering and Internships: We welcome undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in creative work, experiential learning, rural livelihoods, health, gender, forestry and agriculture.
3. What is the duration of the courses?
Computer Literacy Course: 3 months
Tailoring Course: 3 months
4. ISO Certification
We’re proud to be an ISO-certified organisation!
Certification Number: 221003019102
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow; learn as if you were to live forever.” – Mahatma Gandhi