About GURU PURASKAR


Dear Esteemed Educators,


We invite you to embark on a journey of recognition and celebration through Guru Puraskar, an esteemed awards program dedicated to honoring excellence in education. At Guru Puraskar, we believe in the power of acknowledging the tireless efforts and remarkable contributions of teachers like you who shape the minds of tomorrow.

Why should you apply? Because Guru Puraskar offers a unique and transparent system of selection that puts you in the spotlight based on your merit and dedication.


Here's how it works:


  1. Quick and Convenient Application: Applying for Guru Puraskar is a breeze. Simply visit www.gurupuraskar.com and fill out your self-assessment form online. It only takes a few minutes of your time, and with a nominal fee of Rs.100, you'll set the wheels in motion for your journey towards recognition.


  2. Active Reward Points: Upon completing your self-assessment form, you instantly earn 1000 Active Reward points. These points serve as the currency of recognition in the Guru Puraskar ecosystem, indicating your active participation in the program.


  3. Peer Review System: But here's where it gets even more exciting. By reviewing the self-assessment forms of at least 10 other teachers, you have the opportunity to issue up to 100 Reward points to each of them. In turn, you stand to be reviewed by your peers, earning Reward points based on their assessments of your contributions to education.


  4. Transparent Leaderboard: Your Reward points determine your position on the Guru Puraskar Leaderboard. This transparent ranking system showcases your standing among your peers and propels you towards the next level of the award process.


  5. Path to Recognition: As you climb the leaderboard, you unlock access to various levels of the Guru Puraskar award process. From workshops and interactions with fellow educators to national and international travel opportunities, each step brings you closer to the pinnacle of recognition as a Guru Puraskar awardee.


  6. Unique Selection Process: What sets Guru Puraskar apart is its emphasis on peer nomination and review. It's not just about self-assessment; it's about recognizing and celebrating excellence as identified by your fellow educators. This inclusive and democratic approach ensures that the most deserving teachers receive the acclaim they rightfully deserve.


So, why wait? Seize this opportunity to showcase your passion, dedication, and expertise in the field of education. Join us at Guru Puraskar and let your light shine bright for all to see.


Apply now at www.gurupuraskar.com and take the first step towards becoming a beacon of inspiration in the world of education.

 


Honoring Excellence in Education: The Guru Puraskar Initiative


This awards program is a celebration of outstanding teachers across all educational realms, be it schools, colleges, universities or academies.


At the heart of Guru Puraskar lies a profound belief: when we appreciate the good, the good appreciates. The program champions the idea that exceptional teachers deserve acknowledgment, not just for their subject expertise, but for the qualities and traits that transcend the classroom.


One might ask, who is best suited to judge the best among teachers? The answer, Guru Puraskar believes, lies within the fraternity of educators themselves. While involving students in the selection process might seem ideal, practical constraints often intervene. Thus, teachers, who intimately understand the nuances of their profession, are entrusted with the task of identifying excellence among their peers.


The journey to becoming a Guru Puraskar awardee is a multifaceted one, marked by self-assessment questionnaires, group discussions, workshops, activities, outdoor sessions, interviews, and presentations. Through these diverse avenues, teachers not only reflect on their own practices but also engage with fellow educators, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.


Central to the selection process is peer nomination. Participating teachers nominate their colleagues based on their demonstrated excellence and contributions to the field of education. The program operates on a meritocratic basis, where each teacher has the opportunity to review and score their peers, with a maximum of 100 reward points allocated per review. This transparent scoring system forms the foundation of the

Guru Puraskar leaderboard, showcasing the exemplary efforts of educators.


Those who ascend the leaderboard are invited to various workshops, where they engage in enriching discussions and interactions with fellow teachers. These gatherings serve not only as a platform for professional development but also as an arena for peer recognition. Through this collective appraisal, the best among them emerge, earning the prestigious title of Guru Puraskar recipient.


The accolades of Guru Puraskar extend beyond mere recognition. Awardees are bestowed with the honor and acclaim they rightfully deserve, affirming their invaluable contribution to the field of education. Additionally, they are offered opportunities for both national and international travel, through the Swadesha Yatra and Videsha Yatra respectively. These journeys not only serve as a reward for their dedication but also as a means of broadening their horizons and enriching their perspectives.


However, the impact of Guru Puraskar transcends individual teachers. By celebrating excellence in education, the program uplifts the entire fraternity, inspiring others to strive for greatness. Moreover, it reinforces the societal importance of education, highlighting its transformative power in shaping communities and nations.


In essence, Guru Puraskar is not merely an awards program; it is a testament to the unwavering dedication of teachers and a celebration of their profound impact on society. As we honor the torchbearers of knowledge, we pave the way for a brighter and more enlightened future.

 

Guru Puraskar is an initiative to honor and celebrate Effective Teachers in our educational institutions (schools, colleges and universities).


Outstanding Teachers are chosen to go on International and National Educational Tours! (Videsha and Swadesha Saikshanika Yatras)


By rewarding them with Educational Tours in India and Abroad, we not only want Teachers to have an enriching experience, we want them to share and learn about education systems across the states and countries.


Guru Puraskar is an annual event in which Teachers look forward to participate. It's uniqueness is that participation is rejuvenating while everyone stands a chance to be a winner.


Bharat Ratna Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam while addressing Guru Puraskar Teachers said:


“True success lies in celebrating others success.”    Every teacher participating in Guru Puraskar feels such.



Why Guru Puraskar


To Celebrate Educators.  To Appreciate Gurus.  To Honour Teachers.


Guru Puraskar's objective is to engage teachers by identifying, appreciating and honoring Outstanding Teachers. Through this honor, we want the Teachers fraternity to feel community's recognition for their contributions. 


Guru Puraskar is based on the principle: When You Appreciate the Good, the Good Appreciates!


PURPOSE

To encourage continuous improvement in learning-teaching.  To actively engage Teachers in Nation-building.


VISION

To regain the glory and respect of the GURU for those in Education!


Selection Process


Ideally students are the best judges of Teachers. The second-best judges are teachers themselves. Guru Puraskar selection process is designed to consider self-assessment, expert evaluation and peer nomination; thus making it almost scientific in its approach to choose the best teachers. Knowledge, qualification and experience for teachers are a given. What distinguishes an Effective Teacher from an Ordinary Teacher is their Attitude. Hence the focus of Guru Puraskar is to identify Teachers with the Right Attitude that make them Extra-ordinary.


The Application form for participation in Guru Puraskar, the format of the workshops and the various activities in which the teachers participate are designed to reflect their attitudinal traits. After many years of organizing, we have arrived at a robust selection process that ensures the truly deserving Teachers are selected and honored.


In the first stage, Teachers interested in participating are solicited to submit their Self-Assessment Application Form.  On completing their Self-assessment form, they will be reviewed by other Teachers.  Simultaneously every Teacher gets to review other Teachers who have applied too.  While reviewing Teachers shall award Reward-points to the Teachers being reviewed.  Each reviewing Teacher can award upto 100 Reward-points to the reviewed teacher.  Each Teacher can review upto 10 Teachers; and hence every Teacher gets reviewed by atleast 10 other Teachers.  Based on the Reward-points scored by the Teachers, they will be listed on the leader-board at www.gurupuraskar.com.   In the process of reviewing and being reviewed Teachers begin to understand about their traits, qualities and potential.


Five Winners of this year's Guru Puraskar will be rewarded with Videsha Yatra and Ten winners will be rewarded with Swadesha Yatra!