What is Origami
Origami is the art of paper folding which is often associated with Japanese culture.
In modern usage, the word ‘Origami’ is used as an inclusive term for all folding practices, regardless of their culture of origin.
The goal is to transform a flat sheet square of paper into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques.
Why Origami?
- Origami as an Instructional Resource to teach Mathematics betters Visual Memory & Visual-Spatial Motor Skills
- Listening Skills & Writing Skills
- Concentration & Problem Solving
- Eye-Hand Coordination & Spatial Relationship
- Verbal and Visual Memory
- Logical Reasoning
Math Through Origami
Mathematics teacher can use Origami to teach
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
Origami in Science
Science teachers can use Origami to
- build models depicting molecular structure
- build models depicting DNA structures
- To explain birds anatomy
The advantages of paper folding
- Aids hands on activity & Cost efficient
- Perfectly suits the Math Lab & Enables joyful learning
- Scope for research & Improves hands-eye co-ordination in children
- 2-D and 3-D dimensional geometric study
- Promotes inquisitiveness & Easy to Evaluate
- In line with NCF 2005
Teacher Training Programme:
With Math labs being introduced in the curriculum, teachers have a vital role to play in developing and conducting classes in a Math lab. Origami Models will come to their rescue. A quick, efficient and effective TLM can be prepared in a short span of time.
Students Training Programme
We conduct classes for the students in the age group 12-15 years in three levels.
The curriculum that we handle is in line with the board (State board, ICSE and CBSE).
