Who is this useful for?

Learners with deafblindness, parents and teachers

Date of publication
April 2025
Created by
Sense International Uganda
Acknowledgements
National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC), Minister of Education, Science, Technology and Sports and Kyambogo University

Acquiring beading skills prepares the individual to engage in income-generating activities and the world of work. Therefore, the learner will develop skills in beadwork such as handling materials used in beadwork, beading and finishing items for sell. 

Interventions

  • Introducing the beading materials to the learner
  • Supporting the learner to manipulate materials and equipment used in beadwork
  • Supporting the learner in sorting beads
  • Demonstrating to the learner how to make bead items
  • Guiding the learner to string beads
  • Supporting the learner to make desired bead items
  • Supporting the learner to finish the beading
  • Guiding the learner in storing and selling finished items
  • Recording progress and achievements of the learner,
  • Reinforcing positive behaviour

Achievement Indicators

The learner can:

  • observe safety precautions.
  • identify beading items.
  • manipulate materials and equipment used in beadwork.
  • sort beads.
  • develop eye-hand coordination.
  • improve fine motor skills.
  • make and complete beaded items.
  • participate in improving income levels.

Resources/Materials

  • Assorted beads
  • Fishing line
  • String
  • Thread
  • Pair of scissors
  • Razorblade
  • Candles
  • Matchbox
  • Sorting containers
  • Storing containers
  • Needles
  • Mats
  • Assistive devices
  • Stoppers
  • Hooks And eyes
  • Recording materials
  • Varnish 

The Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Sports (MoEST&S) through the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) recognise the fact that learners who are deafblind and not in school require a specialised curriculum and support materials.
Kyambogo University, a public institution in Uganda, boasts an inclusive education system that prioritizes the well-being and development of learners with deafblindness.

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