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ALfA’s reach is extensive, as it is
available in 30 languages, with
more being added continuously.
Alongside its primary focus on
literacy, ALfA integrates climate
consciousness into its learning
design. Once learners acquire the
skill to read, which typically takes
just four weeks with ALfA, they
engage with storybooks on climate
change and participate in role-
plays centered around citizenship,
connectedness (social-emotional-
mental well-being), and character
development. This holistic
approach ensures that learners
become well-rounded individuals
who are equipped to tackle the
challenges of the current era in
a more effective and informed
manner. ALfA’s pedagogy not only
facilitates skill acquisition but also
nurtures a sense of responsibility
and empowerment in learners,
preparing them to make climate-
conscious choices and contribute
positively to their communities.

Roleplays and stories not only reinforce reading with fluency and understanding, they also build climate consciousness and climate action.
Roleplays are designed to develop citizenship, social-emotional-mental well-being and character.
The disruptive pedagogy of ALfA revolutionizes
the process of learning by employing innovative
techniques and materials. The study materials used
in ALfA consist of simple prompts with visuals that
encourage action between two children working as
a pair. Instead of relying on extensive textbooks and
workbooks, ALfA utilizes thin booklets comprising
only 15 to 20 pages per child, significantly reducing
the volume of materials. This streamlined approach
enables children to learn both reading and writing
skills, starting from zero knowledge of letters and Training of teachers and trainers through Massive
Open Online Training has been a breakthrough
progressing to Grade 3 proficiency in just 30-45 leveraging the power of technology to reach to far
corners of the world. The first MOOT in March 2023
days. Similarly, a few additional pages per child are attracted participation from 53 countries and 26
states and union territories of India.
sufficient to achieve Grade 3 proficiency in numeracy.
Low-to-no cost Mother Tongue Fast-Track Literacy is presently
available in 30 languages (15 Indian and 15 international).

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