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Learning by Doing: Discovery Through Application at Ashish Foundation

Based on training inputs by Mrs. Viveka Chattopadhyay Summary: At Ashish Foundation, learning is designed as an experience—rooted in exploration, participation, and real life—rather than a set of instructions. Through the Discovery Method, or learning by doing, children with autism and developmental disabilities engage with concepts through hands-on, multi-sensory, and visually structured learning, moving beyond […]

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Reimagining Education for Children with Developmental Disabilities

Children with developmental disabilities in India continue to face an education system that often underestimates their abilities and aspirations. A UNESCO report (2019) highlights that nearly 75% of children with disabilities in India do not attend regular schools, and among those who do, many encounter low expectations, restricted roles, and limited participation in community life. […]