Tactile Teaching Learning Material (TLM): Stars and Hearts Game 2.0 (an adapted version of the traditional ‘Snakes & Ladders’ Game)

TLM Details
TLM Name: Stars and Hearts Board Game 2.0 (Revised Version)
Educational Setting: Special School
Focus Group: Children with Visual Impairment
Class/Grade: Primary
Subject: Mathematics
Topics: Numbers (1 to 100), Addition and Subtraction
Method: Play-Way

Video

 

Q. Is there any scope for improvement ?

Ans. Yes, there is a good scope for improvement. Please feel free to adapt or modify the design.  

Suggestions:

1. To avoid the use of food items in preparing a TLM, instead of using cumin seeds (jeera), you can use anything (like ball bearings) that will produce an audible output for preparing the dice.
2. You can also place the reference sheet that will be used by the kids to understand the tactile markings on the left hand side of the chart.


Credits/Sources
Idea: Based on the traditional Indian Snake and Ladders Board Game.
Code used for writing numbers: Nemeth Braille Code.   
Background Music: Tunes created on my keyboard.

Acknowledgement
The above game was revised and updated based on the suggestions given by my Professor (Swati Sanyal Ma'am). Thank you ma'am for your valuable suggestions and guidance.

With Hope.

Aravindante Athidhikal (2018)

 One day ! Either we pursue or we wait !

Reflection
On one hand, How difficult is it to let go of your loved ones ?
And on the other hand, How difficult is it to be the one who was left behind ?
A heartwarming tale of grief, love and hope.

Movie Details
Name and Year: Aravindante Athidhikal and 2018
Director: M. Mohanan
Producers: Pradeep Kumar, Pathiyara and Noble Babu Thomas
Writer/Screenplay: Rajesh Raghavan     
Music: Shaan Rahman
Cinematographer: Swaroop Philip
Editor: Ranjan Abraham
Genres: Comedy, Drama and Family
Country: India   
Language: Malayalam

Movie Plot
A young boy, found in an old temple, is raised by a lodge owner but yearns to see his mother who left him.

Movie Trailer

 

(Movie and Trailer Credits: Original creators and artists for creating a heartwarming family movie.)

Soundtrack Lane
Raasathi performed by Vineeth Sreenivasan and Liya Susan Verghese:

Kanne Thaai Malare performed by Vineeth Sreenivasan: 

 

Post Sources
Movie Poster: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Aravindante_Athidhikal_film_poster.jpg
Movie Details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aravindante_Athidhikal
Movie Plot: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7557024/   
Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YIThlVcjbU

 

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Tactile Teaching Learning Material (Tactile TLM): Flash Cards - Constellations

TLM Details
Educational Setting: Special School
Focus Group: Children with Visual Impairment
Subject: Science
Class/Grade: VIII
Topic: Constellations (Ursa Major, Orion and Cassiopeia)
Classroom Transaction: Discussion/Exploration 

Video

Credits/Sources
N. C. E. R. T. Science Textbook for Class VIII.

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Honest Candidate / 정직한 후보 (2020)

 Be careful what you wish for !

Reflection
A politician's biggest weapon is at stake. A funny take on what it takes to become and sustain a political career.   

Movie Details
Name and Year: Honest Candidate (English)/ 정직한 후보 (Korean) and 2020
Based On: O Candidato Honesto (a 2014 Brazilian film) by Roberto Santucci
Director: Jang Yu-jeong
Producer: Song Jung-min
Writers:  Jang Yu-jeong and Heo Sung-hye     
Music: Lee Jae-jin
Cinematographer: Park Yong-soo
Editor: Jung Ji-eun
Genres: Comedy and Drama
Country: South Korea    
Language: Korean

Movie Plot
A third-term congresswoman who is running for the fourth time is suddenly unable to lie a few days before the elections are about to take place. The problem is that her whole political career is based on lies. 

Movie Trailer

(Movie and Trailer Credits: Original creators and artists for creating 'Honest Candidate'.
 

Post Sources
Movie Poster: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Honest_Candidate.jpg
Movie Plot and details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honest_Candidate
Movie Trailer: https://youtu.be/rNJqjSf2QaY


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Tactile Teaching Learning Material (TLM): Stars and Flowers Game

Tactile Teaching Learning Material (TLM): Stars and Flowers Game (an adapted version of the traditional ‘Snakes & Ladders’ Game)

 

TLM Details 

TLM Name: Stars and Flowers Board Game

Educational Setting: Special School 

Focus Group: Children with Visual Impairment 

Class/Grade: Primary 

Subject: Mathematics 

Topics: Numbers (1 to 100), Addition and Subtraction 

Method: Play-Way 

Video

 

Q. Is there any scope for improvement ? 

Ans. Yes, there is a good scope for improvement. 

Suggestions: 

1. To avoid the use of food items in preparing a TLM, instead of using cumin seeds (jeera), you can use anything (like ball bearings) that will produce an audible output for preparing the dice. 

2. You can also place the reference sheet that will be used by the kids to understand the tactile markings on the left hand side of the chart.

 

Credits/Sources

Idea: Based on the traditional Indian Snake and Ladders Board Game. 

Background Music: ‘Cloudy Day’ by Shady Dave (https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/273205/)

 

With Hope.

 

A Little Princess / Gamjjokkateun Geunyeo / 감쪽같은 그녀 (2019)

 🎥 "Princess of Pearls" 

Reflection
Have you ever wondered ... What makes a family 'a family' ?
Heartwarming indeed.

Movie Details
Name and Year: A Little Princess / Gamjjokkateun Geunyeo / 감쪽같은 그녀 and 2019
Director: Heo In-Moo
Producers: Son Gwi-Yong, Kim Jung-Gon and Choi Hyun-Mook  
Writers: Heo In-Moo and Im Hee-Cheol    
Cinematographer: Wang Ho-Sang
Editor: Sun-Mi Heo  
Genres: Drama and Family
Country: South Korea  
Language: Korean

Movie Plot
Mal-Soon is poor 72-years-old granny and enjoys her single life. One day, Gong-Joo and her baby sister appear in front of Mal-Soon. Gong-Joo introduces herself as Mal-Soon's granddaughter. Since then, Mal-Soon's peaceful life changes. 

Movie Trailer

(Movie and Trailer Credits: Original creators and artists for creating a heartwarming family movie. I am sharing it here, as a suggestion, in an attempt to connect people with good stories.)


Post Sources
Movie Poster: https://asianwiki.com/File:A_Little_Princess_(Korean_Movie)-P1.jpg
Movie details and plot:
https://asianwiki.com/A_Little_Princess_(Korean_Movie)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11414492/
Movie Trailer: https://youtu.be/enoCppgASDs

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Jesus (2020)

      📹 Behold, the Lamb of God. 

Reflections
I feel, if there is something common that exists among different religious scriptures and teachings, it is love. The core principles of spirituality, perceived and experienced in  different ways or forms on Earth, revolve around love and forgiveness. Though some of the scriptures hang on to a past and a future and some hang on to living in the present, by making the most of your time (every second, every minute) on Earth.

The life of Jesus, stories and parables shared by Him, also revolves around love and forgiveness. His words, deeds, compassion and selfless love point to a way of living that is built on nothing but true love. I feel God created Love and Man created Religion. And I believe nothing will stand the test of time but Love, because, God is Love (though we see Him/Her in different forms or call Him/Her by different names).     

Movie Details
Name and Year: Jesus and 2020
Director: Josh Enck
Writers: Josh Enck, Kristen Brewer and Lisa Ericson
Technical Supervisor: Glen Brodersen
Art Direction: Jay Petersheim
Production Companies: Sight & Sound Theatres and Virgil Films & Entertainment
Production Manager: Steph Lippi
Genres: Family, History, Musical and Theatre
Animal Coordinator: Billy Shiplet
Costume Designer: Lashonda Alderfer
Country: U.S.A  
Language: English

Movie Plot
From the bustling streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, 'JESUS' is an action-packed musical stage adventure showcasing the life of Jesus Christ.  

Movie Trailer

(Movie and Trailer Credits: Original creators and artists for portraying the life of Jesus Christ in the form of a musical. I am only sharing it here to spread the word and to inspire people all over the world.)

Post Sources
Movie Poster: https://sight-sound.com/shows/branson/jesus/2021
Movie Details and Plot:
https://sight-sound.com/shows/branson/jesus/2021
https://www.moviefone.com/movie/jesus/kdK07cuUM180XIvFQBXVz/main/
Movie Trailer: https://youtu.be/z23TOB-WsrQ


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