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=== Learnings ===

=== Learnings ===

The camp was good exposure for both students and facilitators. Many students expressed this camp, as first time experience and shared their experiences with the team members. The first back to school camp at GHS Jayanagar 9th block was a first-hand experience for many of the team members and hence had difficulty in conducting the activities according to the needs of the learners. Later, with initial camp experience and constructive feedback, the activities were modified and more time was allotted for library activities and indoor games, along with other activities. Most of the activities were team-based, which helped the students in a team to build a strong bond with their peers and thus help each other in completing the tasks. The students build self-confidence over the period and also build a good rapport with ITfC team members. Thus the camp encouraged healthy peer interaction and also allowed experiential learning for the students.

 

The camp was good exposure for both students and facilitators. Many students expressed this camp, as first time experience and shared their experiences with the team members. The first back-to-school camp at GHS Jayanagar 9th block was a first-hand experience for many of the team members and hence had difficulty in conducting the activities according to the needs of the learners. Later, with initial camp experience and constructive feedback, the activities were modified and more time was allotted for library activities and indoor games, along with other activities. Most of the activities were team-based, which helped the students in a team to build a strong bond with their peers and thus help each other in completing the tasks. The students build self-confidence over the period and also build a good rapport with ITfC team members. Thus the camp encouraged healthy peer interaction and also allowed experiential learning for the students.

=== Limitations ===

=== Limitations ===

   The camp was a good learning experience for both students and facilitators. There were many difficulties that we faced during the camp at schools. All students at these schools hailed from different socio-economic backgrounds and hence all the sessions had to be conducted in such a way, considering the heterogeneity of the classroom and providing equal opportunities for all students.    Many students worked and then attended the camp sessions, some students did not have interest to attend school, some students had difficulties in travelling to schools and some others needed hostel facilities which was unavailable due to the present pandemic situation. The students also lacked self-confidence and communication skills, due to which they could not express their thoughts or ideas freely, and this also caused an obstacle in performing their activities with ease.

   The camp was a good learning experience for both students and facilitators. There were many difficulties that we faced during the camp at schools. All students at these schools hailed from different socio-economic backgrounds and hence all the sessions had to be conducted in such a way, considering the heterogeneity of the classroom and providing equal opportunities for all students.    Many students worked and then attended the camp sessions, some students did not have an interest to attend school, some students had difficulties in traveling to schools and some others needed hostel facilities which were unavailable due to the present pandemic situation. The students also lacked self-confidence and communication skills, due to which they could not express their thoughts or ideas freely, and this also caused an obstacle in performing their activities with ease.

=== Conclusion ===

=== Conclusion ===

   The camp through joyful learning experiences helped the students to an extent to bridge the long gap in their academic life. It also provided the students with an opportunity for self-expression and thereby helped them to improve their self-confidence. The various activities conducted during the camp developed team spirit, curiosity to learn more, take up responsibilities, construct their knowledge and also provided a hands-on learning experience. Thus, all students were provided with ample resources and opportunities to help them reconnect back to school and academics.

   The camp through joyful learning experiences helped the students to an extent to bridge the long gap in their academic life. It also provided the students with an opportunity for self-expression and thereby helped them to improve their self-confidence. The various activities conducted during the camp developed team spirit, curiosity to learn more, take up responsibilities, construct their knowledge, and also provided a hands-on learning experience. Thus, all students were provided with ample resources and opportunities to help them reconnect back to school and academics.

=== Annexure 1 ===

=== Annexure 1 ===

   The links for camp agenda and other details are given below-

   The links for the camp agenda and other details are given below-

   1. GHS Jayanagar 9th Block

   1. GHS Jayanagar 9th Block