The Multiple Learning Experiences Model (M-LEx)the Tata ClassEdge instructional frameworkis based on the premise that students

learn better through a variety of multisensory experiences and

instructionally sound activities, including A good teacher knows that teaching is the art of helping students discover things. And the best way to do this is to get them involved in the learning process. Tata ClassEdge, a holistic educational Interactive understanding solution Systems, of the from reflects Tata this hands-on activities, discussions, debates, creative and critical thinking activities, collaborative research, field trips and multimedia. The aim is to help create an active learning environment with an effective blend of innovative classroom and outdoor activities, projects and multimedia.

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learning process. Tata ClassEdge is designed to help teachers deliver high quality instruction, with an effective blend of classroom activities and interactive multimedia. Based on the Multiple Learning Experiences Model (M-LEx), an instructional framework developed by Tata social Interactive and Systems, skills, Tata while We dont just rely on multimedia, because for us, teaching is not just about making a subject interesting. Its about making students realise how each subject is interesting in itself. To achieve this, its not enough to introduce multimedia along with the traditional chalk and talk method. If we want our students to actively participate in the process of learning, we need to combine the use of media with effective pedagogy. ClassEdge aims to enhance students thinking ensuring a thorough understanding of the curriculum content. The instructional strategies recommended by Tata ClassEdge are expected to help students engage actively with the curriculum

Beyond Just Multimedia

content. Students participate in mastering key topics through a variety of activities.

Power to Teachers
Tata ClassEdge provides teachers with effective instructional support. Teachers will now have access to well-designed lesson plans that they can use to make their classes engaging and memorable. These plans provide several tips to elicit student participation, including reinforcement activities for struggling learners and challenging assignments for high achievers. The lesson plans also incorporate several interesting facts, called Plug Points, to correlate subjects with one another.

Teachers can make use of multimedia assets that are embedded in these lesson plans to visually illustrate complex concepts and utilise other interactive tools on the portal, such as geometry constructions, algebra tiles, mirrors, lenses and maps to maximise efficiency in classrooms.

The lesson plan framework is flexible and easy to use. Teachers can add notes or upload any resources, from a PowerPoint presentation to a lesson plan. They can even share these notes and resources with other teachers in the school. In short, Tata ClassEdge doesnt just provide instructional support to teachers; it also enables them to develop a collaborative knowledge network for the teaching community.

The School The teacher accesses Tata ClassEdge web portal to:

Activity-Based

Tata ClassEdge Server

Paper-Based Projector-Based

Projects Individual/Group Activities Extensions Worksheets Handouts Assessment Interactive Tools Multimedia Quizzes

Dierent Facets of Tata ClassEdge

Activity-oriented Lesson Plans
Research shows that students benefit from, and appreciate well-structured lessons. And thats why Tata ClassEdge Lesson Plans have been carefully designed by instructional design experts with a wide exposure to Indian and international teaching methodologies.

We call this instructional framework the Multiple Learning Experiences Model (M-LEx)a model designed by Tata Interactive Systems.

When students use multiple senses and are involved in a variety of carefully planned activities, they tend to get more involved with learning and retain concepts better. Therefore, Tata ClassEdge makes use of distinct types of activities that promote diverse skills in students. As a result, each lesson plan makes use of well thought-out individual and group activities, field trips and projects.

Multimedia A true differentiator!

Students today are more attracted to the visual medium than just textual information. This is why multimedia is one of the main facets of Tata ClassEdge. That said, research has proven that students comprehension level reduces when the visual assets are of longer durations. Therefore, Tata ClassEdge makes use of short-duration multimedia assets to: Briefly explain concepts that are difficult to visualise Arouse curiosity about a topic Generate discussions in classrooms Provide opportunities to interact with the medium and receive feedback Tata ClassEdge also makes use of more immersive multimedia formats like Virtual Labs and Games.

Characters Teach
Primary school children relate very well to characters who are somewhat like them, which is why we have characters like Jiggy, Jiya, Aisha and Pasha who bring out various learning concepts through interesting conversations and contexts.

We have also created a group of friendly animals who will introduce pre-primary children to the world of numbers, letters, stories and rhymes.

Lets play a Quiz. Whos got the answer?

Using quizzes is a great way to elicit student participation. We have interesting quizzes after every lesson, which help students recall the main points. It serves as a quick revision to increase their understanding. These quizzes test the students' comprehension, application and analytical skills.

Interactive Tools. Quick Solutions.

Teachers can easily plot line graphs, bar graphs or histograms, thanks to the Tata ClassEdge Data Representation Tool. We have in place several other interactive tools like Solid Shaper, Number Line and Periodic Table. These tools enable better utilisation of teachers time.

Collaborative Platforms. A common source for information.

We live in a networked world where collaboration is key. Tata ClassEdge provides a platform for teachers to collaborate with each other. They get the flexibility to add their notes to a lesson plan and upload their presentations or other relevant media to the School Resources section on the portal. They can also share their notes or resources with other teachers in the schoola feature that is aimed at developing a collaborative knowledge sharing community of teachers within each school.

GAME BASED LEARNING

Reports User Management Solid Shaper Algebra Tiles Periodic Table Lenses Maps And more... Teaching Strategies Activities Multimedia Worksheets & Handouts Quizzes Plug Points Extension Question Bank Test Paper Creator Add Notes Share Notes Add Resources Share Resources Innovative Game Formats Reinforces Concepts Across Multiple Subjects

Infrastructure.
Taking care of everything necessary.
Without the right resources, even good intentions fail. Thats why, we provide best-in-class infrastructure including ultra short-throw interactive projectors and efficient power back-up systems. We also make suitable arrangements to provide internet connectivity to schools to access the Tata ClassEdge web-based portal and online educational content. An EdgeCentre will be set-up in schools to enable teachers to have access to the content and prepare for their classes. MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) connectivity to schools enables new content to be immediately uploaded onto the school server. The connectivity allows schools to collaborate through a secured network and build a knowledge sharing community.

Teacher Training and Support. A team effort.

Teaching methods should be simple and easy to follow. We help teachers adopt our solutions smoothly through a comprehensive training on conducting classes using Tata ClassEdge. This includes how to maximise the use of the recommended teaching methods provided in the lesson plans and demonstrate efficient use of multimedia. We also take them through the different ways in which they could make use of our interactive tools. In addition to this, we provide two TeacherEdge sessionsour proprietary teacher training service on innovative teaching methodsper academic year. Thats not all, the Edge Coordinator, an educational consultant, is just a call away. The Edge Coordinator will provide teacher support whenever required.

Why Tata ClassEdge?

Offers well-designed lesson plans, mapped to state boards, CBSE and ICSE curricula. Based on the multiple learning experiences model, these plans help teachers provide multisensory learning and develop social and thinking skills in students. Provides effective, short-duration multimedia elements and worksheets designed to promote critical and creative thinking. Integrates differentiated Extension Activities for struggling and gifted students. Enables efficient use of teacher time through interactive teacher tools. Utilises non-obtrusive, advanced technology projectors that can convert even a classroom wall into an interactive white board.

About Tata Interactive Systems (TIS)

Tata Interactive Systems (TIS) is the global leader in e-Learning Solutions and Simulations. Its learning solutions are designed to enable the success of key organisational initiatives and have proven their effectiveness at more than 60 Fortune 500 companies worldwide. TIS is the only learning solutions organisation in the world to be assessed at Level 5 in both the SEI-CMM and P-CMM frameworks. Its solutions have won nearly 50 prestigious international awards over the last 10 years. TIS has development centers in Germany, Switzerland, and India. Its sales and marketing operations span the US, Canada, the UK, mainland Europe, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East and India.

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