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ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION

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As parents seek admission in schools for their children, they need to pick up the prospectus, fill in forms, seek information, even go through long tests. All for the elusive `perfect` education for their child... Is it possible to have both—academic skills as well as a free and happy childhood?

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Related Links
Sri Aurobindo International Center of Education
This is the official web site of Sri Aurobindo Society, Pondicherry,India. Includes information on and the educational philosophy behind SAICE. More....
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AERO, an NGO founded in 1934, is concerned with education as a more empowering and holistic form. It also has a magazine, Education Revolution, FAQs, message boards besides providing a list of other related sites. More....
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine offers Masters and Doctoral degrees in acupuncture and oriental medicine, and programs in Oriental Body Therapy. The website gives detailed information about the institute and its courses. More....
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