In a bid to revolutionize education accessibility and bridge the gap between traditional learning methods and the digital era, the Government of Ghana, under the leadership of the Ministry of Education, unveiled the ambitious “1 Student 1 Tablet” policy. Launched at the prestigious Accra International Conference Center under the theme ‘Education without boundaries,’ the initiative aims to equip Senior High School students with digital tools essential for modern learning.
Julius Gyimah, a prominent communication member of the National Patriotic Party (NPP), has called for a strategic partnership between the government and private firms to ensure the efficient distribution of tablets under the newly introduced policy.
Speaking on Original FM‘s “Adwenekasa” program hosted by Kwaku Owusu Adjei, Gyimah emphasized the need for collaboration, citing its potential to generate employment opportunities and alleviate the country’s unemployment crisis.
Gyimah underscored the urgency for Ghanaians to embrace digital transformation, advocating for a departure from traditional methods towards adopting digital solutions.
He highlighted the benefits of the tablet policy, including reducing the workload on both students and teachers. The tablets, equipped with educational resources such as course notes, practice questions, and past exam papers, are poised to streamline the learning process, making it more efficient and accessible.
While acknowledging the challenges facing the education sector, Gyimah expressed optimism that the implementation of the 1 Student 1 Tablet policy could address some of these pressing issues. By leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences, the initiative stands as a beacon of hope for educational reform and progress in Ghana.
The call for private-public partnership in the distribution of tablets echoes a broader strategy of collaboration and innovation to propel Ghana’s education sector into the digital age, paving the way for a brighter future for generations to come.
Source: Mills Thomas Obo II Metrotvonline.com II Ghana
