IMPROVING LEARNING THROUGH
Multi-Dimensional Learning Spaces
India Literacy Project (ILP) designed a unique learning framework and pedagogy via our Multi Dimensional Learning Spaces (MDLS) that transforms schools into learning spaces that create capable and confident students by equipping teachers with purpose built tools (hands on/experiential science kits, digital content) and techniques to increase student learning and classroom engagement.
Approach
ILP acknowledges the central role of teachers in schools and our interventions are built around teachers as the key facilitators of in-school learning. Guiding stars of all our learning interventions are
- All subjects are equally important
- Learning doesn’t start or end at school
- Teachers are critical in facilitating the learning process
- Varied teaching and learning methods motivates a wider range of students
We leverage technology to improve learning by combining traditional teaching with interactive experiences, and help the teachers use multiple teaching methods to cater to varied styles of learning.
We create innovative learning resources and process frameworks that are easy to use, open source and can be owned and modified by the teachers that use them.
The MDLS program is designed for students in grades 5 through 10. We also have programs focused on improving learning in Primary Schools and Preschools.
Resources
Science Kit developed using low cost, easy to use and easily available components encourage experiential learning and kindle curiosity. Covering 200+ concepts from Grades 5-10 with feedback from teachers and an advisory team from Karnataka Department of State Education and Training, our science kit promotes tinkering in 1000+ schools across 6 states
We create digital lessons which are open source, editable, powerpoint based digital teaching resources to enable visual and experiential learning for grades 4th to 10th covering Maths, Science and Social science. Reviewed by members from Karnataka Department of State Education and Training experts, our content engages teachers and students in over 4000+ schools in Karnataka
Exploratory, immersive content on history and geography for classed 5 to 10, built using maps, satellite images, 3D images and streetviews in collaboration with Google Earth brings the the world inside the classroom
Through child friendly books and a structured framework and monitoring process, our library programs bring the joy of reading to the classroom and help improve reading in native and English language.
Our Reach & Impact
We have implemented our learning framework MDLS to increase classroom engagement across 1,100+ schools across 7 states. These have been done through direct implementations and through partnerships with other Non-Profits, CSR teams and Government.
2,000+ teachers trained and using the learning resources
265,000 children learning through hands-on and audio visual methods
100% of teachers feel that digital content helps children understand concepts better
50% improvement in student understanding of math and science concepts