In an age marked by rapid technological change, shifting cultural paradigms, and growing social complexities, the need for disruptive thinking has never been more urgent. This book, Disruptive Thinking in Society and Education, emerges from recognition that the traditional frameworks through which we understand social structures and educational practices are no longer sufficient to address the challenges of our times. Rather than incremental reforms or superficial innovations, what is required is a radical rethinking disruption of the ways we perceive, interact with and design the systems that shape-human life. The term disruptive thinking is often associated with innovation in business and technology. However, its relevance extends far beyond the corporate world. In both society and education, disruption entails questioning long-held assumptions, exposing entrenched inequalities and envisioning transformative possibilities. This volume seeks to explore these disruptions not as threats to order but as opportunities for growth, liberation, and re-imagination. The chapters in this book draw upon interdisciplinary insights from sociology, philosophy, critical pedagogy, cultural studies, and futures thinking. Contributors have examined how disruptive thinking can challenge dominant ideologies, dismantle systemic barriers and reframe the purpose and practice of education in a pluralistic and interconnected world. From interrogating colonial legacies in curriculum to advocating for digital democratization, from rethinking citizenship to exploring inclusive pedagogies, each essay is an invitation to think differently and act courageously. This work is intended for educators, students, scholars, policymakers, and all those who are committed to social justice, critical inquiry, and the transformative power of ideas. It is not a manual of solutions, but a provocation to rethink what we take for granted and to embrace the discomfort that comes with true intellectual and moral engagement. I express my deepest gratitude to the contributors whose vision and scholarship have enriched these pages, and to the readers who will carry these conversations forward into classrooms, communities, and corridors of policy. May this book inspire critical reflection, courageous dialogue and bold actions that can reshape both education and society for the better.
In a time of rapid change and complexity, Disruptive Thinking in Society and Education explores how bold ideas and critical perspectives can reshape learning, citizenship and social life. This volume brings together diverse voices that challenge conventional boundaries, offering fresh insights from creativity and innovation theories to inclusive pedagogical practices. The chapters address urgent issues in classrooms and communities, from breaking barriers to nurturing accessibility and driving long-term social transformation through creative disruption. Contributors critically engage with systemic challenges, deep-rooted assumptions and the pathways toward equity and progress. Balancing scholarly vision with practical relevance, this book is an essential resource for educators, researchers, students, and policymakers seeking thoughtful engagement and effective action. Whether reflecting on educational change, technological advances, or inclusive social participation, this volume serves as a companion for inspired dialogue and purposeful transformation.
Dr. Sambhu Nath Halder, MLISc, MA, GDCA, DLAD, PhD (Jadavpur University), is a dedicated scholar with more than two decades of academic and professional experience in higher education. He currently serves at Shimurali Sachinandan College of Education, the only government-aided teachers' training college in Nadia district, West Bengal. Nationally recognised for his academic contributions, Dr. Halder is the recipient of five awards from esteemed organisations across India. As President of the LIS Professionals' Association of Bengal and through his affiliations with the University of Kalyani and Netaji Subhas Open University, he remains dedicated to advancing quality education, research ethics, and collaborative scholarship. Author of over fifty scholarly works, including eight acclaimed books; he is a trusted voice in academia. Dr. Halder has organised numerous national and international seminars. His lifelong pursuit is to empower information professionals and students, inspiring them to address the evolving domain of knowledge with competence, vision and integrity.
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