Centre for Learning Resources (CLR)

Play is a child’s earliest and most powerful tool for learning. According to UNICEF (2018), play strengthens cognitive, social, and emotional development, helping children build problem-solving skills, resilience, and confidence (UNICEF, 2018). At Shishuvan, our daycare center in Vinayakpuram, Lucknow, we support 60+ children from an under-resourced migrant community, ensuring they grow through structured learning and play. With the support of HCLFoundation, we hosted a Sports Day, where children engaged in team-based games, building coordination, patience, and teamwork skills. Swipe to see the joy, energy, and impact of play! Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Dr. Sufia Azmat | Mayuresh Bhoyte | Anuj Gopal Dubey(He/Him) [Early Childhood Development, Play Matters, Shishuvan, Learning Through Play, Education For All, Partnership]

Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), in collaboration with 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗜-𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗺𝗙, conducted training for teachers and community educators in the months of January and February respectively. In Abu Road, Rajasthan, 52 primary and upper primary teachers participated in 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 on reading comprehension strategies, applying grammar in meaningful ways, and designing worksheets that distinguish between practice and assessment. Teachers worked with Rajasthan State Board textbooks to apply these strategies in their classrooms. In Mumbai, 30 community mobilisers participated in the 𝗘𝗬𝗘 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺, focusing on activities to enhance their English language skills. They explored listening exercises, pronunciation drills, vocabulary-building tasks, and grammar activities. The sessions also covered LSRW skills, lesson planning with clear objectives, and practical methods for improving communication in English. Centre for Learning Resources (CLR) PMEI-Pratham Mumbai Education Initiative CmF - Centre for microFinance #EnhanceYourEnglish #TeacherTraining #Education #CLR #Pratham #CmF #CLR Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Anurata Tribhuvan | Saurabh Pandkar | Aishwarya Gadgil | Jayesh Shillak | Sana Shaikh

What does it take to ensure that every child in India gets a strong foundation in learning? At the Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), we believe that well-supported teachers and a strong public education system are key to making this happen. We’re hiring an FLN Associate to work directly with teachers, school leaders, and government officials in Maharashtra—helping them improve foundational literacy and numeracy for thousands of children. Swipe through to see what this role is about and why it might be the right fit for you. Browse all careers at CLR here: https://lnkd.in/dZxpCgZu Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Mayuresh Bhoyte | Dr. Sufia Azmat

How do we make professional development practical and impactful for teachers? At the Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), we believe professional development should go beyond theoretical knowledge—it should provide teachers with actionable tools to enhance their teaching practice. Our three-day training program enabled 61 teachers to incorporate crucial topics like environmental awareness, gender equality, and art & culture into their classrooms while improving their English proficiency. The training included interactive activities that ensured a meaningful engagement with the thematic modules from the course. We were able to create spaces for thought-provoking discussions which helped the teachers address critical societal issues in their classrooms. By blending language instruction with topics of global importance, the training encouraged teachers to promote dynamic and inclusive learning environments in their classrooms. Swipe to know more👇 Madhukar Reddy Banuri |Chetan Bhangdia | Anurata Tribhuvan | Saurabh Pandkar | Saket Kakade | Aishwarya Gadgil | Sana Shaikh | Nitin K. | Martina Tigga |Jayesh Shillak | Ganesh Kamble

What does it take to ensure that every child in India gets a strong foundation in learning? At the Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), we believe that well-supported teachers and a strong public education system are key to making this happen. We’re hiring an FLN Associate to work directly with teachers, school leaders, and government officials in Maharashtra—helping them improve foundational literacy and numeracy for thousands of children. Swipe through to see what this role is about and why it might be the right fit for you. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/dZxpCgZu Location: Sangamner Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Mayuresh Bhoyte | Dr. Sufia Azmat [Jobs in social sector, education, careers, hiring, job vacancy]

Key Takeaways from ASER 2024: Driving Progress in Education The latest findings from ASER 2024 highlight significant strides in rural education across India. The preschool enrollment rising for children aged 3-5, over 98% school enrollment for children aged 6-14, and notable learning gains in reading and arithmetic, particularly in government schools. Noteworthy improvements are evident in foundational learning, FLN teachers' training and school infrastructure: Significant Learning Gains: Notable improvements in foundational learning, with reading proficiency rising by 3% (74.8% to 77.7%) and arithmetic proficiency increasing by 4.5%. Better School Infrastructure: Improved access to drinking water (77.7%) and functional toilets (79.0%). Empowering Girls Through Education: Girls showed slightly higher progress in reading proficiency in Std III and Std V. Investing in Education and Infrastructure: ASER’s findings reaffirm that sustained efforts in both improving school infrastructure and implementing targeted educational interventions are crucial for restoring and enhancing foundational learning levels.  ASER 2024 shows that continued investment in both education and infrastructure is key to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.  #ASER2024 #IndiaEducation #RuralEducation #LearningGains #FLN #FoundationalLearning #EducationProgress #LearningOutcomes #SchoolFacilities #SchoolInfrastructure #GirlsEducation #GenderEquality Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Dr. Sufia Azmat | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Kshitij Gawande |

In December 2024, we conducted our second block-level training for 400+ Anganwadi workers in Lucknow under the ‘Kriya Kalap Se Baal Shikshan’ project, with support from HCLFoundation. This initiative strengthens early childhood education for 10,000+ children across five blocks. Swipe through to discover the highlights of our training! Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Dr. Sufia Azmat | Mayuresh Bhoyte | Anuj Gopal Dubey(He/Him) | Saloni Bakshi | Madhu Singh | Jitendra Yadav | Varsha Sharma

In Vinayakpuram, 81 families are rewriting the story of early childhood care. Through hands-on workshops and community collaboration, caregivers nurture brighter futures for children aged birth to three. Swipe through to see how we’re making an impact! #Earlychildhoodcare #Caregivers #BrainDevelopment #ParentingPractices Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Dr. Sufia Azmat | Mayuresh Bhoyte | Anuj Gopal Dubey(He/Him) | Saloni Bakshi

How do we make English learning practical and relevant for teachers? At the Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), we believe that professional development should not just be about theory—it should equip teachers with real, actionable strategies that enhance their teaching. As part of our Enhance Your English (EYE) program, we conducted a two-day training for 79 teachers from Ashram Schools in Kalwan. The training focused on interactive, station-based activities, where teachers practiced speaking, listening, and writing in English through structured activities like drama, games, and conversations. With over 50+ WLE audio lessons already being implemented in classrooms, teachers are seeing students engage with English in a more natural and confident way. Swipe to know more👇 #EnglishLearning #TeacherDevelopment #EYEProgram #EducationForAll Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Anurata Tribhuvan | Saurabh Pandkar | Saket Kakade | Martina Tigga | Jayesh Shillak | Nitin Kumar | Ganesh Kamble

Empowering caregivers to shape nurture young minds through nurturing parent-child interactions! 💡 Our toy-making workshops in PCMC engaged caregivers in crafting age-appropriate toys for holistic child development. #community #impact #childcare #parenting #toymaking #earlychildhoodcareanddevelopment Madhukar Reddy Banuri | Chetan Bhangdia | Ahona K. | Anurata Tribhuvan | Dr. Sufia Azmat | Sharduli Joshi | Rupali Deshmukh