The topic/ concept ‘Multiplication’ has been divided into three modules. Each module will be taught in a week. 

1. Week 1 – Understand the concept of equal and unequal grouping as a foundation for multiplication.
2. Week 2 – Understand multiplication as repeated addition of equal groups.
3. Week 3 – understand the concept of multiplication as ‘how many times’ and learn to use the multiplication symbol (x).

The teachers are required to go through the document carefully before they start the class.

Developmental Goals as per NIPUN BHARAT

1. Children Maintain Good Health and Well-being
2. Children Become Effective Communicators
3. Children Become Involved Learners and Connect with their Immediate Environment

Mapping Competencies under Developmental Goal 1

1. Participate actively in movement-based grouping activities (e.g., forming equal groups using their bodies or objects).
2. Develop fine motor skills while arranging objects into equal groups and creating models.
3. Show confidence and enjoyment while engaging in interactive multiplication activities.
4. Demonstrate cooperation and teamwork during group-based tasks.

Mapping Competencies under Developmental Goal 2

1. Use mathematical vocabulary such as equal groups, repeated addition, times, and multiply.
2. Explain multiplication as repeated addition using objects, drawings, and picture cards.
3. Describe situations using “how many times” (e.g., 3 groups of 2).
4. Use the multiplication symbol (×) while expressing simple multiplication statements.
5. Listen to and follow instructions during activities and discussions.

Mapping Competencies under Developmental Goal 3

1. Create and identify equal groups using real-life objects (e.g., arranging fruits, toys, or classroom materials).
2. Relate multiplication to everyday situations (e.g., 2 plates with 3 biscuits each).
3. Explore repeated addition through play, artwork, and hands-on activities.
4. Apply the concept of grouping to solve simple problems.
5. Demonstrate curiosity and problem-solving skills while working with groups and patterns.

Preparation for the activities

Before the session:

1. The teacher has to see the given LTM Videos and practice the correct procedure that has to be introduced.
2. Teachers may download the LTM/ISL videos provided, to either teach or demonstrate them to the children while conducting the given activities.
3. Teachers may ensure that all children can see the video when played and follow the activity as instructed.
4. The teacher can use English and/or the native language while addressing the students.
5. Students can be seated on their chairs/benches or on the floor. The teacher can stand in front of the class, near the blackboard or sit along with the children in a circle or facing them if they are sitting in a semicircle.
6. Teachers go through the suggestions provided for variations and ensure necessary preparations are made accordingly.
7. Teachers keep the required materials ready for conducting the different activities.
8. The teacher plays the role of a demonstrator, facilitator and observer.

Preparing will help you to conduct an effective activity in an inclusive classroom and achieve the goal. 

Setting for an Inclusive classroom

Here are some adaptations that can be made to ensure that activities for enhancing reading and writing skills are accessible and inclusive for all students:

1. Physical accessibility: Ensure that the area used for the given activity is accessible to all students, including those with mobility impairments. This may require rearranging furniture or additional seating options, such as cushions or chairs with back support.
2. Communication: Consider the communication needs of all students in the classroom. Students with speech or language impairments may require Apps like AVAZ. 
3. Visual aids: Teachers can download ‘Flashcards’ and make them embossed as shown in DIY videos, as visual aids benefit those who need visual cues.

Adaptations and Strategies for an Inclusive Classroom

The Variability of an Inclusive Environment needs to address the processing and attention differences of the learners. An inclusive environment may have learners with Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Loco-Motor Impairment and Cognitive Differences.

Learners not only learn in different ways, but they also have unique motivations, interests, personalities and strengths. To address this variability, providing the appropriate adaptation is an effective solution.

To help in this process, some suggestions for adaptations are given here. The teachers are requested to go through the adaptations given and choose the appropriate one/ ones to follow according to the needs of the differences found among the students in a particular class.

‘Number Sense’ Adaptations and Strategies

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‘Organisational skills’ Adaptations and Strategies

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‘Fine Motor skills’ Adaptations and Strategies

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‘Working Memory’ Adaptations and Strategies

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‘Receptive and Expressive Language skills’ Adaptations and Strategies

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Social Narrative

A social narrative is a tool to help individuals with special needs, particularly those on the autism spectrum, better understand social situations and how to respond appropriately. Here is a social narrative, related to the topic.

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Teacher Resource Document

Source and Attribution of images All images used in the above Assets and Aids are originally created.

This digital material has been developed by the Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vahini Inclusive Education Project, a unit of Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, Prasanthi Nilayam, as a collaborative offering in the service of our nation.