Three Kovai schools win award for best performance in adult literacy programme
Three Kovai schools win award for best performance in adult literacy programme The New Indian Express
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Three Schools Declared Best in The New Indian Literacy Programme
By Express News Service
Introduction
Three primary and middle schools have been declared as the best by the school education department based on their performance in The New Indian Literacy Programme (NILP) during the last academic year. These schools will be awarded trophies and certificates for their achievements.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The New Indian Literacy Programme aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations, including:
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Schools Recognized
The following schools have been chosen for recognition:
- Panchayat Union Middle School (PUMS) at Kalappanaicken Palayam in Periyanaickenpalayam block
- Panchayat Union Primary School (PUPS) at Sugunapuram in Perur block
- PUMS at Kondampalayam in Karamadai block
Impact of the Programme
Valarmathi, the Headmistress of PUPS in Sugunapuram, shared the impact of the programme. She stated, “We provided basic education in foundational literacy and numeracy to 50 individuals above 50 years of age through Ilam Thedi Kalvi volunteers. Additionally, our volunteers accompanied them to the post office and taught them how to fill out applications. Now, they are able to independently carry out their transactions.”
The selection of these schools was based on the evaluation of teaching methods by block-level officers. In the last academic year, the volunteers taught foundational literacy and numeracy, as well as life skills, to a total of 20,840 individuals across 1,225 schools that were converted into learning centers in 15 blocks within Coimbatore district.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 4.1: By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes.
- SDG 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
The article does not explicitly mention any indicators to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, the following indicators can be inferred:
- Number of schools providing foundational literacy and numeracy education
- Number of people above 50 years who received basic education through the program
- Number of learning centers established in Coimbatore district
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.1: By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes. | – Number of schools providing foundational literacy and numeracy education – Number of people above 50 years who received basic education through the program |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status. | – Number of learning centers established in Coimbatore district |
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Source: newindianexpress.com
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