Organizer: NCERT
About the Course
- When: February 17 to February 21, 2025 (Monday to Friday)
- Time : 11:00 AM to 11:40 AM
- Free Registration
- Mode: Online- YouTube
- E Certificate Provided
Who Can Participate?
Anybody and everyone interested in learning about basic Indian Sign Language can participate without any prior experience.
Speakers: Prof. Bharti Kaushik, CIET NCERT – Representative ISLRTC
Click Here to Register
Upon successful registration, participants will receive a registration number immediately.
Watch Live Course Sessions: Participants must attend the course sessions, which will be telecast live from 17th February to 21st February 2025, from 11:00 AM to 11:40 AM on PM e-Vidya DTH ISL Channel No. 31 link- https://www.youtube.com/@PMeV31-u9c/streams
Objectives of the Course
After completion of the training series, the learner will be able to:
- Understand Deaf culture, emphasize the significance of ISL, and highlight the rights of Deaf individuals as integral members of society
- Greet and initiate day-to-day conversation in Sign language
- Share daily routine, everyday items, food items, people and relations in sign language
- Describe colour, Shape and size of objects in sign language
- Encourage the incorporation of ISL into mainstream education, workplaces, and public services to build a more inclusive environment
- Motivate participants to advance their ISL knowledge and skills beyond the basic level, encouraging them to make a deeper social impact by fostering inclusivity
The rationale behind the Basic Indian Sign Language (ISL) Course on the PM e-Vidya DTH ISL Channel No. 31 is rooted in the need to bridge communication gaps and foster inclusivity for the Deaf community in India. Despite the recognition of ISL as a medium of instruction under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, and its promotion through the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, there remains a significant knowledge gap regarding ISL among the general population, educators, and public service professionals. By offering an accessible and widely available platform for learning ISL, the proposed course will address the pressing communication barriers faced by the Deaf community. It empowers educators, families, and service providers with essential skills to communicate effectively with deaf individuals, promoting a more inclusive society where the needs of all citizens are recognized and met.
This initiative is a step toward creating an equitable educational environment, in line with the NEP 2020’s vision for inclusive and accessible education. The NCERT-developed ISL course aims to teach fundamental skills, enabling broader awareness of ISL and creating a societal shift toward respect, understanding, and integration of sign language. By making ISL learning available through a dedicated TV channel, the course ensures that people from different backgrounds, including teachers, students, and families, can access high-quality educational content in a convenient, user-friendly format. Ultimately, this initiative helps remove communication barriers, facilitating greater participation of the Deaf community in all aspects of society and contributing to a truly inclusive India.
Session Details
Day 1: Monday 17 February 2025–
- Manners and Etiquettes
- Greeting and Salutations
- Some Polite Useful Phrases
- Understanding the Indian Sign Language Manual Alphabet
- Introducing Oneself (Name, Work, Place, etc.)
- Expressing Likes and Dislikes, Feelings, and Emotions
Day 2: Tuesday 18 February 2025
- People and Relations
- Food Items
- Daily Routines and Everyday Items
- Describing Colour, Shapes, and Size of Objects
- Number Concepts and Memory
- Time and Calendar Items
Day 3: Wednesday 19 February 20254
- Festivals and Celebrations
- Famous Places and Languages
- Country and State of India
- Games and Sports
- Weather and Climate
- Action Words
- Conversation between Mother and Daughter
- Conversation between Teacher and Student
- Conversation between Doctor and Patient
Day 5: Friday 21 February 2025
- Understanding Deaf Culture
- Deaf Gain
- Quiz
Participation in Quiz and Certification
The quiz link will be shared exclusively on the fifth day of the course with only registered participants. Only registered participants can take the quiz by entering their registration number. A certificate will be awarded to those scoring 70% or higher, with one attempt allowed.
Quiz Link – Participate Here
(Link will be activated on 21st February 2025)
Quiz Closing Date – 17th March 2025
Successful participants will receive their certificates via email within 30 days after the quiz closes. If the certificate is not found in the inbox, check the SPAM folder. For issues regarding non-receipt of certificates, inquiries will be addressed 30 days after the quiz closing date.
Responses will only be provided to emails sent to: isl.standardization@ciet.nic.in