The Podcast
Episode 2: Geshe Lharampa Jampa Khasang
About the Guest
Geshe Lharampa Jampa Khasang is a graduate of Sera Jey Monastic University and an experienced teacher of Tibetan language, Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and Buddhist science. Having studied within the traditional monastic education system and later received extensive modern language and teaching training, he has taught international students at Esukhia and currently teaches at Sarah College for Higher Tibetan Studies, where the Tibetan language program incorporates CEFR-aligned curriculum, flipped-classroom methodology, customised learning materials, and level-based assessment.
Episode Summary
Drawing on his experience of both traditional and modern educational approaches, we discuss the differences between the two systems, as well as methods such as the CEFR framework, flipped classroom, learning and test cards, and adapting teaching to students' individual needs and capacities.
We also explore what should be preserved in traditional monastic education, particularly logical debate, and how traditional Buddhist principles such as the four means of gathering disciples can be integrated with modern teaching methods. Geshe-la reflects on the changing role of teachers in the age of AI and easily accessible information, emphasizing the importance of personal experience, teacher self-reflection, effective communication, and helping students develop genuine understanding, certainty, and conviction.
He also shares his experiences of teaching students from different countries and backgrounds, the importance of time management and teacher training, and how modern teaching experience can contribute to the development of Buddhist education.