recognizes, identifies, and fosters the unique capabilities of each student, to promote each student’s holistic development in both academic and non-academic spheres; reaches out to individual learning styles through the arts
achieves Foundational Literacy and Numeracy by all students by Grade 3; through the related concept to each main concept, foundational literacy and numeracy is linked to the lesson plan
incorporates flexibility, so that learners have the ability to choose their learning trajectories and programmes, and thereby choose their own paths in life according to their talents and interests; through the Act and Unify steps of Technopoeisis which opens the minds of the children to what exists outside their environment and strives to make them global citizens.
does not separate between the arts and the sciences, between curricular and extra-curricular activities, between vocational and academic streams, etc. in order to eliminate harmful hierarchies among, and silos between different areas of learning; multidisciplinary and a holistic education across the sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, and sports for a multidisciplinary world in order to ensure the unity and integrity of all knowledge.
emphasises conceptual understanding rather than rote learning and learning-for-exams through experiential learning
enhances creativity and critical thinking to encourage logical decision-making and innovation through learner-centric lesson plans, the learner is allowed to experiment and arrive at a solution. The stimulate step gives ample scope for the child to use his critical thinking skills and intelligences.
inculcates ethics and human and Constitutional values like empathy, respect for others, cleanliness, courtesy, democratic spirit, spirit of service, respect for public property, scientific temper, liberty, responsibility, pluralism, equality, and justice through the collaborate, act and unify steps of Technopoeisis
promotes multilingualism and the power of language in teaching and learning through seamless teaching in dual languages: English and the Native Language
develops life skills such as communication, cooperation, teamwork, and resilience through the lesson plans that address these areas and the 360-degree assessment that assesses these areas as well.
focusses on regular formative assessment for learning rather than the summative assessment that encourages today’s ‘coaching culture ’; 360 degree assessment in each plan
extensively uses technology in teaching and learning, removing language barriers, increasing access for Divyang students, and educational planning and management; Technopoiesis includes digital learning
inculcates respect for diversity and respect for the local context in all curriculum, pedagogy, and policy, always keeping in mind that education is a concurrent subject;
promotes full equity and inclusion as the cornerstone of all educational decisions to ensure that all students are able to thrive in the education system; Technopoiesis addresses social justice issues
maintains synergy in curriculum across all levels of education from early childhood care and education to school education to higher education; Technopoiesis can be used at all levels of education
Points 10-14 are addressed through the Technopoeitic structure of the lesson plans at various stages of the lesson plan
recognises teachers and faculty as the heart of the learning process – their recruitment, continuous professional development, positive working environments and service conditions;
maintains a ‘light but tight’ regulatory framework to ensure integrity, transparency, and resource efficiency of the educational system through audit and public disclosure while encouraging innovation and out-of-the-box ideas through autonomy, good governance, and empowerment;
utilises research as a co-requisite for outstanding education and development;
continuously reviews progress based on sustained research and regular assessment by educational experts;
inculcates a rootedness and pride in India, and its rich, diverse, ancient and modern culture and knowledge systems and traditions;
maintains that education is a public service; access to quality education must be considered a basic right of every child;
invests substantially in a strong, vibrant public education system as well as the encouragement and facilitation of true philanthropic private and community participation
Points 15-21 are addresses in the following manner:
Administrative personnel and Teachers are thoroughly trained in the various components of lesson plans and in 360-degree assessment which assesses both cognitive as well as human skills.
The Technopoeitic lesson plan gives ample scope for the teacher to contribute his/her own intellect and creativity to the lesson.
Resources are acquired from the environment.
The teachers have weekly meetings for training and review of sessions.
SarvaPrathamik
Learner’s holistic Skill development
Age group 3 to 10
Technopoiesis learning method and process
BCPT English E-teach content
Eco- Friendly teaching tools
360° Assessment
Community Connect
NIPUN
Focus on developing capabilities of the child.
Age group 3 to 9
Teaching-learning process: role of a teacher
Digital content
Teaching tools
Learning assessment
Parental and community engagement
In September 2022, LSF approached the District Education Boards of Thane and Palghar with details of the project requesting for written approvals so the project could be officially implemented in all these village primary schools. The District Education Officers were pleased with the project’s concept and scope but guided the LSF team to approach the State of Maharashtra Education Board at Pune, to seek the approvals.
Over three visits made to Pune by LSF team members in November and December 2022, the Core Committee of the English Language Department invited the LSF team and Academic associates to make a presentation at the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) office on December 9th 2022.
A specially designated team of Dr Coomi Vevaina (Ex Head of English Language Dept. University of Bombay) and her close aide, Ms. Donna Reen, (professional trainer and academic expert) along with LSF team members presented the project and its objectives to a large group of English language experts, and received a very favourable response.
A committee of English language officials was sent in mid-January 2023 to some of the schools where SarvaPrathamik project is running, to inspect the actual day-to-day interaction of the LSF facilitators with primary school students.
In the time to come, the LSF team will be preparing to ensure that every aspect of the project is given due attention, so the State Board team is able to recognise the latent potential for pan-India application.