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Education Minister Unveils Plan to Distribute 1.4M Tablets to Ghana’s SHS Students by April

21st February 2024

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Ferdinand | EducationGhana | February 21 |Education Minister Unveils Plan to Distribute 1.4M Tablets to Ghana’s SHS Students by April

“Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum announces a bold initiative to provide over 1.4 million tablets to Senior High School students in Ghana by April, aiming to revolutionize education through digital integration.”

Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum has unveiled plans to distribute more than 1.4 million tablets to Senior High School (SHS) students by April. This ambitious initiative, part of the government’s free SHS policy, aims to enhance teaching and learning through digital means.

The announcement came during a speech and prize-giving ceremony at Wesley Girls Senior High School, where Dr. Adutwum outlined the government’s vision to fully integrate technology within the education sector. “Within the next two months, every single student in this school will have a tablet computer,” he declared, envisioning a future where digital learning tools become central to the educational experience.

The rationale behind the Education Minister’s move goes beyond mere distribution of digital devices; it encompasses the creation of a comprehensive digital learning environment. Dr. Adutwum emphasized the development of a learning management system alongside the tablet distribution, facilitating online homework and class activities. This initiative also entails training teachers to effectively adapt to and leverage these new tools.

The push towards digital education in Ghana aligns with the broader digitization agenda advocated by the government. Vice-President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia previously hailed the distribution of free electronic tablets to all SHS students as a “game-changing” development. This initiative builds on the existing provision of free WI-FI access across SHSs nationwide, laying the foundation for a technology-driven educational framework.

Dr. Adutwum’s call for additional support in acquiring smart boards underscores a vision for a comprehensive technology-driven educational environment. The distribution of tablets to SHS students by April aims not only to equip them with modern learning tools but also to enhance the overall quality of education by integrating technology into everyday learning processes.

This holistic approach to digital education promises to redefine how students learn, offering access to a wealth of information and interactive learning methods beyond traditional classrooms. It acknowledges the importance of keeping pace with global educational standards and prepares Ghanaian students for the digital age’s challenges and opportunities.

With the tablet distribution set to commence within the next two months, there is palpable excitement among students, educators, and stakeholders about its potential impact on education in Ghana. By empowering students with the tools they need to thrive in a digital world, the government takes a significant step towards creating a more inclusive, effective, and future-ready education system.