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Science & Math Orientation Programme - 2021
Year: 2021
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Education & Skill Development
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,00,000
Budget Used
2,870
Total Reach
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574
Direct Beneficiaries
2,296
Indirect Beneficiaries
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1 : 4
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Science & Math Orientation Programme (2021) was initiated by The Dream Welfare Society to address severe conceptual learning gaps among school students following prolonged COVID-19 school closures. With a focused budget of ₹1,00,000, the programme provided hands-on, low-cost, experiment-based learning to 400 academically vulnerable students from low-income communities. By using practical demonstrations, curiosity kits, and Vedic Math techniques, the programme transformed fear and disengagement into curiosity and confidence. The intervention directly impacted 574 individuals (students and peer learners) and indirectly influenced 2,296 community members through household-level knowledge transfer, demonstrating a strong educational multiplier effect.
Key Findings
- Hands-on, experiment-based learning significantly improves concept clarity
- Low-cost science models are effective alternatives to formal laboratories
- Peer teaching amplifies educational impact
- Girls demonstrate strong engagement when learning environments are supportive
- Scientific thinking extends beyond classrooms into daily household practices
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Science & Math Orientation Programme - 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,00,000 |
| Direct Impact | 574 |
| Indirect Impact | 2,296 |
| Total Reach | 2,870 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Language barriers in understanding English scientific terminology
- Severe learning loss due to prolonged school closures
- Math anxiety and lack of confidence among students
Learnings
- Teaching concepts in vernacular languages improves comprehension
- Gamification significantly increases student engagement
- Visual and tactile learning methods outperform rote instruction
- Linking math to real-life scenarios increases relevance and interest
Methodology
- Audit of workshop logs and kit distribution registers
- Verification of programme expenditure records
- Field verification with 10% of participating students
- Parent and community interviews to assess knowledge transfer
- Observation-based assessment of classroom participation
Impact Analysis
- Increased use of low-waste, recycled learning materials
- Promotion of “Green Science” and waste audit exercises
- Improved understanding of environmental responsibility
Conclusion
The Science & Math Orientation Programme (2021) proved that quality STEM education is achievable even with limited resources. By investing ₹1,00,000, the programme empowered 400 students to think critically, learn joyfully, and aspire confidently—directly impacting 574 individuals and indirectly influencing 2,296 community members. This initiative successfully transformed fear into fun and positioned scientific thinking as a tool for long-term social mobility.
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