aureliusfarstad/refugee-literacy-project

Official repository for the app being developed by refugeeliteracy.org

Refugee Literacy Project

Introduction

"Refugee Literacy Project" is a project aimed at addressing the pressing issue of limited literacy skills among some refugees in Europe. The project recognizes the critical role that literacy plays in a person's life, influencing integration, access to opportunities, and overall well-being. Through this initiative, we aspire to develop a highly accessible digital resource to support analphabetic adults in acquiring fundamental literacy skills, thus enabling them to rebuild their lives with confidence in a new and unfamiliar environment.

Features

• Multilingual Learning: Access learning materials in various languages commonly spoken by refugees in Europe, ensuring an inclusive learning experience.
• Alphabet and Phonics: Master the alphabet, letter sounds, and blending through interactive exercises, crucial for foundational literacy skills.
• Vocabulary Building: Expand vocabulary with essential words related to daily life, using interactive flashcards and audio pronunciation.
• Culturally Relevant Content: Learn from culturally sensitive examples and stories that resonate with the experiences of refugees in Europe.
• Accessibility: The app provides audio recordings and an intuitive visual design to ensure accessibility for learners with varying literacy levels. Getting Started
• Access: The app is completely free, has no mandatory sign-up, and works offline.

Prerequisites

Before setting up the project, make sure you have the following installed:

• Node.js: Make sure you have Node.js installed. If not, download and install it from the official website.
• Expo CLI: Install the Expo CLI globally using npm.

npm install -g expo-cli

Installation

Follow these steps to set up and install the project:

1. Clone the project repository from GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/AureliusFarstad/refugee-literacy-project/ cd refugee-literacy-project

2. Install project dependencies using npx:

npx expo install

3. Start the Development Server:

expo start

This will start the Expo development server.

Contributing

We welcome contributions! If you'd like to contribute to the project, please contact us at [email protected]

License

This project is licensed under [The MIT License] - see the LICENSE file for details.

refugee-literacy-project's Issues

Static Assets Folder

Create static asset folder starting with letter assets: name audio, sound audio, svg assets.

See pre-existing resources: https://github.com/AureliusFarstad/refugee-literacy-mvp/tree/main/static

Consistent naming scheme and file formats.

Structure enabling future assets.

Letter Animations

See here for letter vectors: https://github.com/AureliusFarstad/refugee-literacy-mvp/tree/main/raw_resources/letter_vectors

Animate SVG paths in order. Animation API or change line to dashed - increase dash length to imitate animation.

Listen and Select Game

Develop audio button
Develop game states: incorrect -> choose again -> correct -> celebrate.

Module In-App Navigation / Page File Structure

Develop react-navigation frame for seeing pages in app.

Initial file structure for module pages and sub-pages.

User Metadata - Progress on Modules

Conceive store location and structure for storing a user's progress through content/screens.

Consider how will this data be used on each module screen and the Home Screen.

Falling Letters Game

Animation for letters falling.
State storing falling numbers and possible options.

(Game functionality needs more clarification.)