What does it take for a child with visual impairment to truly experience science? For sighted students, science is taught through diagrams, charts, and demonstrations. But for a child who cannot rely on sight, learning must be different. It must be accessible, inclusive, and experiential—using sound, touch, and movement to...
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Inclusive STEM education in Kerala: Ajwed’s story Inclusive STEM education is changing how students like Ajwed experience learning. Born in Muthiramparambu in Malappuram, Ajwed faced vision challenges from infancy. Despite multiple medical consultations, his vision did not improve, but his parents remained committed to his education. The background: Systemic gaps...
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Inclusive STEM education in practice: Gopika’s story Inclusive STEM education is transforming how students like Gopika learn and experience the classroom. A Class 10 student at Tiruvannamalai, Gopika comes from Kolavoor and has complete vision loss. Despite financial constraints—her father is a coconut vendor and her mother a tailor—her parents...
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The two-day Pragya Teacher Training Program in Khordha equipped educators with practical tools in STEM education, digital literacy, and assistive technologies to create more inclusive and engaging learning environments for students with visual impairment. Through hands-on sessions and exposure to tools like Subodha audiobooks, teachers strengthened their ability to support...
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