Jodo Gyan Jodo Gyan is a non-profit organization working to introduce new curricular practices in accordance with the psychology of learning
Resources •
Formation of resource groups to support teachers and monitor the implementation of the program
Area of Intervention
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Development of custom-made Maths tool-kit costing Rs 3,000- 5,000 for about five years
Advancement program reaching out to preprimary and primary mathematics ensuring its application in real life
Key Geography Punjab, Meghalaya, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Sikkim, Kerala, Rajasthan, Orissa and Bihar
Need for the initiative Problem •
Widespread occurrence of Math-phobia
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Poor understanding of concepts
Situation Before •
Absence of deep conceptual understanding
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Lack of understanding about the usage of Math in everyday life
Intervention Overview Introduction of engaging activities in a planned and phased manner following a trajectory to lay the foundation for further development of mathematical thinking
Steps •
Implementation of literacy program to improve numeracy skills
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Development of customized assessment and learning tools
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Updated periodic workshops for better pedagogical practices
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Working with government system to adopt the program design for scale up
Impact and Key Learning Achieved so far Jodo Gyan has been able to remove the fear and help children connect to Mathematics and develop deep conceptual understanding, showcasing massive improvement
Key Learning •
It is essential to demonstrate efficiency of new practice in project school before floating it on a large scale
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Readiness to link the resource group to ensure sustainability before launching a large-scale program
