Silent Count is a novel Abacus Project for the Deaf. It is an innovative initiative focused on equipping deaf students in Ghana with mathematical and cognitive skills through the use of the abacus. This project is a unique collaboration between Dada Foundation Ghana, Skai Abacus, the Demonstration School for the Deaf, and Dr Naa Adzoa Adzeley Boi-Dsane as the consultant. Recognizing the need for effective learning tools that cater to deaf students, the project aims to introduce abacus-based learning as a powerful method to strengthen focus, improve calculation skills, and build confidence.
Currently, the project is in its crucial first phase: training teachers. This stage lays the foundation for the entire program, as teachers are introduced to the abacus methodology and learn how to effectively convey it to their students. At the Demonstration School for the Deaf, teachers are working alongside Skai Abacus instructors to understand the tools and techniques that will help their students develop strong numeracy skills. The training will empower these teachers to become proficient in abacus instruction and adapt the approach to suit the unique learning needs of deaf students.
Through this groundbreaking initiative, the Abacus Project for the Deaf envisions a future where deaf students gain the confidence and abilities to excel in mathematics and beyond. By ensuring that teachers are equipped with these specialized skills, we are laying the groundwork for sustainable impact. Dada Foundation-Ghana is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students, regardless of hearing ability, have access to quality education and empowering resources.
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