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UNVEILING THE HAPPINESS CURRICULUM: A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY IN DELHI'S SCHOOLS

Arti Vyas , Professor, Department of Psychology, SOSS, IGNOU, New Delhi, India

Abstract

This research paper presents a comprehensive assessment of the "Happiness Curriculum," a pioneering positive psychology intervention implemented by the Government of Delhi in its schools. The study examines the impact of this unique educational approach on students' well-being, academic performance, and overall personal development. Through a combination of surveys, interviews, and academic data analysis, this research sheds light on the effectiveness of the Happiness Curriculum and its potential as a model for promoting holistic education. The findings reveal significant insights into the integration of positive psychology principles in the school system, providing valuable lessons for educators and policymakers.

Keywords

Happiness Curriculum, Positive Psychology, Education Intervention

References

Government of Delhi, Directorate of Education. (2021). Happiness Curriculum. Retrieved from https://www.edudel.nic.in/welcome_folder/Happiness_Curriculum.htm

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Arti Vyas. (2023). UNVEILING THE HAPPINESS CURRICULUM: A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY IN DELHI’S SCHOOLS. International Journal of Pedagogics, 3(10), 01–06. https://doi.org/10.37547/ijp/Volume03Issue10-01