Asha for Education

The key areas of the organization are:

1) Teacher Education and Consultation: The organization offers teacher trainings for the elementary group in language (English and Bengali) and mathematics, across West Bengal, to government and non-government school teachers and also to other organization working in similar fields. The trainings facilitate teachers in dealing with pedagogy practices that contributes to quality education and addressing individual differences through the curriculum. It helps teachers locate teaching within a larger social change. Trainings that are currently offered are- Accelerated Reading, Creative Writing, Foundation English, Primary Mathematics- Bridge and Art and Craft. Along with training, consultation is also offered to children and teachers regarding coping strategies, school management techniques and more.

2) Library: The organization library runs programmes for children of age group 8-15years by offering activities that supplement their school education and enhance their creativity. Art holds a significant place here. Through various activities like drawing their thoughts on paper, watching films, reading, story-telling, discussions and reflection, children enjoy the library time. The objective here is to offer resources to children which will supplement their learning.

3) Production and Publication: Design and production of teaching learning materials for mathematics and language has been a core area of the organization since it adds more interest to teaching and learning, adds to quality enhancement of the process and makes the classroom less textbook centric. The materials are designed and produced in-house. There are also publications in English, Bengali and mathematics for teachers, education practitioners and children.

Shikshamitra is a consolidation of ideas and a small group of people. There is room for ex-students, visitors and well wishers. Together, the organization moves forward to bring about a desirable change in society.