Empowering Girls Through Digital Learning: Aveti Learning and C3’s Partnership in Nayagarh

In an effort to bridge the educational gap and support young girls in their academic journey, Aveti Learning has partnered with the Center for Catalyzing Change (C3) to provide high-quality digital educational content across 16 After-School Community Learning Centers in Nayagarh district, Odisha. Covering all 8 Blocks of the district, these centers cater to students from grades 8 to 10, offering academic support, digital learning tools, and holistic development opportunities.

Transforming Learning Through Digital Innovation

The After-School Community Learning Centre initiative is designed to enhance the educational experience of rural and semi-urban children. These centers provide a flexible and personalized approach to learning, ensuring that students receive targeted support in subjects like Mathematics, Science, and English.

Each day, girl students spend two hours at their respective centers, receiving homework assistance and engaging in interactive activities focused on wellness, arts, science, and culture. The digital learning resources provided by Aveti Learning are an integral part of this program, helping students access quality educational materials beyond traditional textbooks.

Himanshu Singh, Education Program Manager at C3, highlighted the broader vision of the initiative: “Education is the most powerful tool to empower girls. Through our partnership with Aveti Learning, we are ensuring that these students receive the best possible resources to enhance their learning experience.”

Role of Aveti Learning in the Program

Aveti Learning plays a crucial role in this initiative by providing high-quality digital content and training facilitators for seamless integration of technology into the learning process. The key contributions of Aveti Learning include:

• Content Development: Aveti Learning delivers digital educational content aligned with the Odisha State Board curriculum, ensuring accessibility and relevance.
• Technology Enablement: The organization supplies digital tools, including tablets, projectors, and internet-enabled devices, to facilitate interactive learning.
• Capacity Building: Aveti Learning conducts training sessions for facilitators, equipping them with the necessary skills to effectively utilize digital resources in teaching.
• Student Engagement: By incorporating engaging multimedia resources, Aveti Learning fosters a more immersive and enjoyable learning experience.
• Continuous Monitoring and Support: The organization provides ongoing support to facilitators and students to maximize the impact of the program.

Training Facilitators for Maximum Impact

To ensure the seamless integration of digital tools, Aveti Learning organized a central training session for the Community Learning Center facilitators. The session focused on equipping educators with the necessary skills to effectively implement digital content and engage students in interactive learning.

Bikash Swain, who led the training program, emphasized the role of technology in education: “Digital learning is not just about access to information but about making education engaging, interactive, and relevant for students. The enthusiasm of the facilitators was truly inspiring.”

Facilitators who attended the training expressed their appreciation for the program. One facilitator shared: “The digital content has made it easier for us to explain complex topics. The students are excited about learning in a new and interactive way.” Another facilitator noted: “We see a significant change in how students are engaging with their lessons. They are more confident and eager to participate in discussions.”

Steps of Implementation

To ensure the successful execution of this initiative, the following steps were undertaken:

1. Needs Assessment: A thorough need assessment was carried out by 3C to identify the educational needs of students in the target villages.
2. Content Development & Curation: Aveti Learning has created digital educational materials aligned with the Odisha State Board curriculum. All the content is delivered on a digital platform compatible over various display mediums.
3. Technology Deployment: The learning centers were equipped with necessary digital tools, such as LCD TV.
4. Facilitator Training: 3C organized a central training session for facilitators to enhance their digital teaching skills. The session was facilitated by Aveti personnel, who explained the process of using digital content for classroom engagement. The facilitators had sessions of hands-on experience.
5. Implementation at Learning Centers: The facilitators start the program across 16 centers, ensuring students receive structured academic support.
6. Student Engagement: Integrated interactive learning sessions, including wellness, arts, and science activities, to foster holistic development.
7. Monitoring & Feedback Mechanism: The Aveti Support team engages with the Facilitators on a regular basis to gather feedback and address any technical issues.

Looking Ahead

With 16 centers now operational, the initiative is already making a tangible impact on students’ academic performance and confidence. As Aveti Learning and C3 continue their collaboration, the goal remains to expand opportunities for young girls to access quality education and unlock their full potential.

By integrating digital tools and fostering a dynamic learning environment, this initiative is paving the way for a brighter future — one where education becomes a source of empowerment for every girl in Nayagarh.