Quality education drives progess: Quality experts of India and abroad opine

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Lucknow, 7 December : The four-day International Convention on Students Quality Circles
(ICSQC-2024), organized under the aegis of City Montessori School, Kanpur Road Campus, concluded today with a resounding call from renowned quality experts across the globe emphasizing that the betterment of humanity is possible only through the inculcation of a quality mindset in education. The fourth and final day of ICSQC-2024 at the CMS Kanpur Road auditorium witnessed engaging discussions, where globally acclaimed quality experts shared their profound insights. They inspired students to embrace the quality mindset by sharing their experiences. On the final day, participating students from various countries showcased their knowledge and skills in the ‘Quality Quiz’ competition with great enthusiasm.

               The final day's discussions commenced with an impactful address by Mr. Chamara Bamunuarachhi, Education Secretary, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. He praised CMS for fostering a sense of quality in future generations and guiding them on the right path. Participating in the discussion, Dr. David Hutchins, Principal of David Hutchins International Quality College, UK, stressed that success comes from continuous practice. He encouraged students to persist in improving their quality through consistent efforts. Prof. Vikramaditya Duggal, CEO of Abhivyakti – The Expression, Hyderabad, delivered a keynote address on ‘Empowering Students for Achieving All-Round Excellence’, stating that excellence is not a destination but a journey—a remarkable journey of self-discovery. Similarly, Mr. Kola Ulutimehin, Business Consultant, UK, spoke on the topic ‘Resilience and Quality: Thriving in Times of Disruption’, defining quality and discussing the seven principles of personal and social success in detail.
Dr. Sunita Gandhi, Academic Strategist, elaborated on the ALPHA project for the holistic development of pre-primary and primary school children. The ALPHA project aims to enhance the quality of education and promote learning through observation. Other quality experts, including Mr. Madhukar Narayan from Mauritius and Dr. Purnajit Chatterjee from Bangalore, illuminated the significance of the "quality mindset in education" through their insightful speeches.

                   The afternoon session featured an engaging ‘Quality Quiz’ competition, where participating students from across the globe showcased their exceptional knowledge and intellect. The finalist teams impressed everyone with their quick and precise answers, demonstrating their expertise and skills. Additionally, a workshop on ‘Driving Excellence: A Hands-On Workshop on Integrating Quality Circle Tools and Techniques in Schools and Homes’ was conducted for the guidance of students, teachers, and parents. The session was skillfully led by educationist Ms. Selvi Santosham from Tamil Nadu.

                   The convention concluded with a grand prize distribution ceremony, where winning student teams from various countries were honored. Dr. Vineeta Kamran, Senior Principal of CMS Kanpur Road and Convenor of ICSQC-2024, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the quality experts and participating students from across the globe. She remarked that the participation of students and experts from 13 countries in this convention has added a new chapter to the history of Quality Circles.

 

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