About Us

Home of the Centre for Inclusive Abacus Education (CIAE)

Enable · Enlighten · Empower

The Centre for Inclusive Abacus Education (CIAE) is dedicated to advancing inclusive numeracy education through innovation in abacus teaching, research, and accessible learning methods. Our initiatives focus on learners of all ages and abilities, including children, young adults, and older learners with visual impairments and other diverse disabilities.

CIAE builds on nearly seven years of experience in inclusive abacus innovation, combining co-designed research, teaching, and assistive technology exploration to support learners worldwide.

Vision, Mission & Values

Vision

A world where every learner—regardless of disability or circumstance—can access empowering, creative, and evidence-based numeracy education that bridges cultures and generations.

Mission

We exist to enable inclusive numeracy learning through the innovation of the abacus—transforming a UNESCO-recognised heritage tool into a modern method for education and lifelong learning.

Values

Enable – opening access to education for all

Enlighten – sharing knowledge through research and collaboration

Empower – equipping learners, educators, and communities with lasting skills

Our Team

CIAE is led by a dedicated team committed to inclusive abacus innovation and education:

Pei-Ling Tsao – Founder & Director, CIAE

• Leads the vision, research, and development of inclusive abacus programmes and international collaborations.

Advisors

Our advisors provide expertise across education, visual impairment, mathematics, and strategy, strengthening our mission and international collaborations:

Dr Lin, Ching-Jen

• Director, Center of Education and Rehabilitation for the Visually Impaired, National University of Tainan

• Director, Service Center for High School Students with Visual Impairments, K-12 Education Administration, Ministry of Education, Taiwan

Liao, Hui-Wan

• Convener of National Mathematical Group, Taiwan Chamber of Commerce

Susan Parsons

• ESOL Lecturer, Dundee and Angus College