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DICARA: Music, sports, and computing in the Amazon rainforest

22 July 2016 · 6 min · 259 views · Amazon rainforest

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The DICARA project provides music, sports, and computer literacy education to youth living in Amazonian riverine communities. Participants receive instruction in guitar, including reading musical notation and chords, alongside training in basic computer skills such as photo editing and software navigation.3:10 The curriculum extends beyond technical skills to include lessons on life skills and environmental awareness, intended to foster personal development and community cohesion.2:22 Students attend four distinct modules, which facilitate interaction between different riverine settlements and encourage social integration.3:30 Instructors emphasise the importance of consistent practice and perseverance, noting that initial difficulties in learning instruments or technology are overcome through structured study.2:15 The programme aims to empower young people by providing them with practical tools for their future and encouraging them to share their knowledge with others in their respective communities.4:15

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