This case study examines an intervention by Yuva Unstoppable (YU), an NGO in India. YU has worked in Indian schools since 2006, previously focusing on programmes that enhanced hygiene and sanitation (WASH), as well as mentoring of students, and recently implemented a Technology-based Education (or EdTech) initiative called the Smart Classroom programme, which is aimed at upgrading schools with state-of-the-art learning technology. The Smart Classroom programme presents a unique and successful case of intervention by an NGO in the Indian education sector. We analyse the context in which it is deployed, study its outcomes and offer insights into the factors that have facilitated its success.
The case study methodology allows us to use offer both quantitative and qualitative insights, with an interdisciplinary focus. The use of the digital medium allows us to present information in a more in-depth format, with Yuva’s operational documents, Impact assessment reports and Video interviews with members and teachers being made available to all. We hope this case study will serve as a rich resource for students, practitioners and researchers working on development, education and India.