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Navnirmiti

Keywords
Resource Group, Resource Center, Science, Maths, Mathematics, Rural, Urban, Toys, Books, Learning Aids, Teaching Aids, Training

Geographical Location
Mumbai, Maharastra

Languages
Hindi, Marathi, English

Objective/Mission/Goals
Navnirmiti started in 1998 and is dedicated to acquiring, developing, innovating, producing and disseminating high quality, low cost/no cost (LCNC) learning methods, tools and systems to bring about universalisation of elementary mathematics and science skills and competencies. Navnirmiti reaches all those who otherwise would not have access to good education. Navnirmiti (NN) conducts a number of mutually complementary activities to achieve the following objectives
  • To provide the world's best science and mathematics education to all those who otherwise could not afford or access it
  • To acquire innovate and adopt best practice for quality education
  • Promote activity based do and discover methods of teaching and learning
  • Provide viable employment opportunities for needy women and youth
  • Build self-reliant social enterprises
  • Reach to every school in the country
  • Disseminate No cost and Low Cost knowledge and learning materials across the country
  • Build scientific temperament in common public and strengthen the people's science movement
Work Description
Navnirmiti has various programs towards universalising and popularising math and science learning and skills. Some of their programs are listed below.

Programs for Schools to improve Math and Science Learning - Navnirmiti has developed a comprehensive 'Universal Active Math' programme and a complete classroom Math kit to teach all primary level school mathematics through joyful methods. The kits are being used in many schools in Mumbai and other places. Navnirmiti provides training to teachers on using the kit. Navnirmiti has also set up math labs in schools in Mumbai, which provide a space for children to learn mathematical concepts using hands on activities. A poster kit for science has also been developed based on the curriculum for class 5, Maharastra state board.

Popularizing science events involving common man and school children - Navnirmiti organizes popular astronomy slideshows, exhibitions and sky shows. Some of the activities organised are around the solar eclipse, the transit of venus, workshops on making simple telescopes, observing various planets etc.

Discover IT store - Navnirmiti is involved in the research and development of innovative teaching and learning methods, materials as well as production and dissemination of low cost learning aids. The stress is on developing low cost learning aids, without compromising on the quality. These learning aids, toys, books and many other materials developed by various groups in India are available at the outlet run by Navnirmiti. The materials are produced and disseminated by local cooperatives which provide viable job opportunities to women and youth.

Resources Available
- Training Workshops
- Learning Aids for Mathematics
- Learning Aids for Science
- Toys
- Books for children and teachers
See www.navnirmiti.org/store/ for more details.

Contact Information
Navnirmiti
Flat No. 2, Lake Site bldg
Opp. SBI Bank, Near Powai Hospital
Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400076
Phone: (022) 2577 3215, 2578 6520
Fax: (022) 2577 3215

Website Links
www.navnirmiti.org


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