ABOUT US
We, a group of academics, got together and observed how students learn. We observed that most of students consider learning as a cumbersome task. Some students are very stressed. Some learn due to social pressure. We, then, realized
the need for a drastic change in our education system. Another reason for our realization was the difficulties that would face by students in facing the challenges in the 21st century. We started working on innovative learning
approaches and instruments with one principle in mind.
That is “the learning must be fun”. A study after study has shown that playing improves learning.We started working on developing innovative learning tools, techniques, activities, and curriculum and introducing proven and joyful
educational instruments. The Soma Cube is one of them. This was started by one of our member. While reading for his PhD in the University of Stockholm, Sweden, he had an opportunity to attend a conference in Prague, Czech Republic.
He saw this amazing “Soma Puzzle” at a science museum for children in Prague. Thereafter, he decided to reintroduce Soma Cube with more information. Today, you can get Soma Cube with an informative and easy to follow web site
- www.vidumaga.com
At this moment The Soma Cube Project furthers its scope of activities as a social entrepreneurship initiative.Many people worked behind the scenes to bring this Soma Cube to your hand. The order was made without noticing that one
piece of Soma cube is not included. Luckily, we found a Sri Lankan carpenter who made the missing piece in wood. Thank must go to those who volunteered to get an experience of Soma cube with their families and write testimonies.
It was difficult to understand certain concepts behind the Soma Cube. Our team spend hours to present the difficult concepts in a more simple and easy to understand manner. This was not a success without a one man who drew all
figures and contributed to develop the web site.