The initiative seeks to bridge the educational gap between rural and urban schools | File Photo
A $100 million digital learning project aimed at improving the quality of teaching and learning in Senior High Schools across Ghana has been launched at the Awudome Senior High School (AWUSCO) in the Volta Region.
The initiative seeks to bridge the educational gap between rural and urban schools by providing access to modern digital tools and internet connectivity.
The project, which is a collaboration between the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (NCPTA) and Celltel Networks, will supply students with Android phones, tablets, and laptops, which parents can purchase through flexible payment plans spanning one to three years.
Teachers, on the other hand, will benefit from a longer payment period of up to five years to acquire the devices.
According to an adomonline.com report, as part of the initiative, Celltel Networks will provide free internet connectivity to participating schools, ensuring both teachers and students can access digital learning resources.
The project is expected to significantly improve access to information and promote effective teaching and learning in under-resourced areas.
Speaking at the national launch, NCPTA President, Christian Aikins Atsu, described the project as a major step in the council’s collaboration with the government to promote quality education.
He reiterated the NCPTA’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for academic excellence and student development.
Atsu highlighted the vital role parents play in supporting education and praised the government for recognising this partnership.
He encouraged parents to take advantage of the flexible payment options to equip their children with the necessary digital tools for learning.
“I am encouraging all parents to take advantage and make good use of the flexible payment options so that your children will be equipped with the necessary tools for learning”, the report stated.
Director of Celltel Networks, Dr Prince Kofi Kludjeson, reaffirmed his company’s dedication to closing the digital divide in Ghana.
He stressed on the importance of technology in driving national development and urged churches and community leaders to promote ICT education among their members to keep pace with global trends.
The Headmaster of AWUSCO, Courage Meteku, expressed gratitude for the initiative, noting that his school has already been connected to the internet.
He said the digital access has opened new educational opportunities and expressed confidence that the project will further boost the school’s strong academic performance.
“Digital access has opened new educational opportunities. I have confidence that the project will boost the school’s strong academic performance,” the report indicated.
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