WES Foundation Education Program

Computer Literacy At School

Learning how to use laptop

CLAS, an initiative by WES Foundation ( Wazir Education Society) aims to provide computer literacy and basic education to rural and tribal children in India.
It focuses on addressing the critical need for computer literacy and basic education among children in these underserved communities, fostering a fun learning environment to bridge educational gaps and empower future generations.

key objective

  • Familiarity & Ability to use a computer.
  • Gain Basic but functional computer skills.
  • Mastery of the alphabet and its pronunciation.
  • Proficiency in the Hindi alphabet (क से ज्ञ | अ से अः | वर्णमाला).
  • Competence in counting numbers from 1 to 999.
  • Ability to recite and understand multiplication tables from 1 to 20.
  • Development of reading and writing skills.

The CLAS Curriculam

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Why CLAS Matter

In India, access to Education remains a pressing issue, especially in rural and tribal areas.

  • Where only 4% of the rural population have access to computers. (TOI Survey)
  • Where only 9% of the students had a computer. of which 85%said they could use it (ASER)
  • Where only 21% of ST 3 students can read ST 2 level text (ASER)
  • Where the attendance rate is just 56.8% (ASER)
  • Where 30% of schools have less than 60 students. (ASER)
  • MP has most number of single teacher primary schools responsible for teaching fives classes together.
  • MP has most of the primary schools has >45 students, averaging 5-8 students per class.
  • In MP most of the Govt Primary School Teachers were reported to be engaged in Non-Teaching activities. 
  • In MP within Govt Primary School effective utilization of SMC (School Management Committee) is questionable.

How do we do it

Time (min) Activity Details
5
Start with a fun activity to engage students. Use a video and encourage participation.
5
Show a 2-minute rhyming video, then explain in 3 minutes. Focus on वर्णमाला (alphabet).
5
Play a 2-minute rhyming video, followed by a 3-minute explanation. Focus on phonics and words
5
Use a 2-minute rhyming video, then explain for 3 minutes. Cover numbers 1-10 and basic operations.
8
Show 3-4 minutes of basic computer clips, then explain the concept in simple terms.
8
Q & A Session
Allow students to ask questions. Provide detailed answers and encourage participation
20
Best performing students play video games. Use this as a motivational tool and let others watch.
2
Mindfulness
Conduct a brief mindfulness exercise and recap the session.
2
Closing
End with final thoughts, assign optional homework, and greet students as they leave.

the outcomes

  1. Improved school attendance rate
  2. Reachable fun fun-driven learning
  3. Tribal kids introduced to computers
  4. Enhanced computer literacy
  5. Improved Literacy & Numeracy
  6. We try to develop employable skills with global connect
  7. Reduced child labour

THE CHALLANGES

  • Lack of Government Stakeholders Support.
  • Head master or govt school teacher motivation and willingness to help implementation.
  • Lack of community outreach.
  • Single teacher school and its side effects.
  • Social constructs of the village (caste/community).
  • Lack of availability of qualified teachers in a village.
  • Unavailability of the resources/funds.
Children Drinking Water Through Handpump
The Key Takeaways From ASER Test

Our CLAS project aligns with multiple SDGs, addressing foundational literacy, economic upliftment, equitable access to education and fostering partnerships to amplify impact in marginalized communities.

SDG 4: Quality Education – CLAS is primarily centered on enhancing foundational literacy and digital learning for marginalized children, aiming to improve engagement and retention in school.

SDG 1: No Poverty – By equipping students with essential educational and digital skills, CLAS addresses poverty at its roots, empowering students for future self-sufficiency and upward mobility in economically challenged areas.

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – CLAS emphasizes collaboration with other organizations, enhancing resources, training, and outreach to ensure broader impact and sustainability.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – The project supports equal learning opportunities for tribal and rural students, many of whom are first-generation learners, thereby reducing educational disparities in underserved communities.

SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions – CLAS fosters inclusivity and civic engagement by strengthening the educational foundation within tribal and rural communities, contributing to long-term resilience and social cohesion.

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See The CLAS in Action

Energizer Fun Activity

Hindi

English

Maths

Computer

Video Games