Q1. Why implement Soroban in schools?
• Improves academic performance and numerical fluency
• Encourages focus, discipline, and cognitive development
• Supports measurable outcomes for engagement and test scores
Q2. How to implement effectively?
• Integrate into math or enrichment programs
• Train teachers in Soroban pedagogy
• Allocate class time for physical and mental exercises
• Monitor progress using speed, accuracy, and engagement metrics
Q3. How does Soroban support overall student development?
• Strengthens working memory, attention, and executive function
• Develops multiple intelligences through multisensory engagement
• Enhances collaborative skills and peer learning
• Builds confidence, motivation, and academic achievement
Q4. What privileges are offered to GAJSMA members?
Members can access the online portal for:
• Student practice modules (digits & beads)
• Homework submission and evaluation
• Teacher-student communication
• Administrative control and inventory management
• Accounts management
• Updates on competitions and activities
Q5. How does Soroban complement the math curriculum?
Supports multi-digit calculations, strengthens attention and memory, and provides hands-on experiential learning for abstract concepts.