The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has outlined programmes to improve digital literacy across the country, particularly in deprived communities.
Iddrisu made this known on the floor of the House when he answered a question on programmes being implemented to improve digital literacy in deprived regions.
He said the Ministry was expanding the iBox digital learning initiative, which had already been piloted in some basic schools, to increase access to electronic curriculum-based learning content.
He added that teacher training in digital pedagogy was being intensified to equip educators with the skills needed to effectively use digital technologies to support BECE preparation and improve overall learning outcomes.
He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to ensuring that learners in deprived communities have access to the digital skills and learning resources needed to compete fairly in national examinations and thrive in an increasingly digital world.
In another development, the Members of Parliament for Atwima Kwanwoma and Takoradi constituencies, Kofi Amankwa- Manu and Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah have called on the government and educational stakeholders to strengthen investment in quality, inclusive and values-driven secondary education.
They said this while making a joint statement on the150th Anniversary of Mfantsipim School on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, November 10.
They highlighted Mfantsipim’s contribution to national development through its alumni, who have distinguished themselves in politics, public administration, education, science, religion, security, business, sports, diplomacy and other professional fields.
