Having prior knowledge of the language helps in developing literacy skills in languages. The primary components in Foundational Language and Literacy are:

• Oral Language: Includes improved listening comprehension, oral vocabulary, and extended conversation skills.

• Decoding: Involves decoding written words by comprehending the relationship between symbols and their respective sounds.

• Reading Fluency: Refers to the ability to read a text with accuracy, speed, expression, and comprehension that allows children to make meaning from the text. 

• Reading Comprehension: Involves extracting and constructing meaning from a text and thinking critically about it.
• Writing: Includes the competencies of writing words and writing for expression.

Foundational Numeracy refers to the ability to reason and utilise numerical concepts to solve problems in everyday life. The significant aspects and components of early mathematics are:

• Pre-number concepts: Learn counting and understand the number system.

• Numbers and operations on numbers: Learn conventions required to master Mathematical techniques.

• Shapes and Spatial Understanding: Perform simple computations and apply these to their day-to-life activities.

• Measurement: Comprehend and use standard algorithms to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on numbers that consist of up to three digits.

Data Handling: Identify & extend simple patterns.

LEAD, an ed-tech organisation, has developed a range of resources and strategies to support the implementation of foundational literacy and numeracy skills under the NIPUN Bharat program. 

Some of how LEAD is equipped to implement this programme are:

1. LEAD LMS Solutions: LEAD has a team that develops digital content aligned with the NIPUN Bharat program’s foundational literacy and numeracy objectives. This content is available on LEAD’s learning management system, accessible to teachers and students across India.

2. Activity-Based Learning: LEAD’s platform enables activity-based learning, allowing students to learn things in a fun and engaging way. This approach can be particularly effective for teaching foundational literacy and numeracy skills, as students have different learning needs and styles.

3. Digital Classrooms: Technology is also integrated with education to enhance learning outcomes. LEAD’s Digital Classrooms and audio-visual content also play a pivotal role in realising FLN objectives.

4. Real-time Data Tracking: LEAD’s platform tracks student progress in real-time, enabling teachers to identify areas where students may need additional support.

5. Teacher Training: LEAD provides teacher training programs to ensure that school teachers are equipped with the necessary skills to teach foundational literacy and Numeracy effectively. 

Hence LEAD is well-equipped to support the implementation of foundational literacy and numeracy skills under the NIPUN Bharat program. So, bring the evaluation of FLN in NIPUN Bharat to your school by moving forward with LEAD!