Play-based learning project reaches 4,455 teachers
More than 4,455 teachers have been trained under the Play Acceleration Project to strengthen their skills in using play-based approaches to improve teaching and learning in Ghana. The 18-month project, implemented by Right To Play Ghana in partnership with the National Teaching Council (NTC), seeks to address gaps in the implementation of the Standard-Based Curriculum … The post Play-based…
An 18-month Play Acceleration Project in Ghana has trained over 4,455 teachers in using play-based approaches to improve teaching and learning. Implemented by Right To Play Ghana in collaboration with the National Teaching Council (NTC), the initiative aims to address shortcomings in the Standard-Based Curriculum and promote play-based methodologies in classrooms.
The project covers three regions — Greater Accra, Volta and Northern — with five districts in each, and includes an offline version for teachers with limited internet access. Out of the participating teachers, 2,565 have completed the eight-week course, with demonstrable improvements in applying play-based approaches in their classrooms.
Education Specialist Mr Kwabena Gao emphasized the importance of sustained coaching and mentoring to help teachers translate their new knowledge into classroom practice and enhance learning outcomes. The NTC's Director for Higher Education, Dr Lawrence Sarpong, acknowledged the relevance of the training but highlighted the financial challenges in providing access to all teachers.
The Council is exploring options like staggered access to learning platforms to make professional development financially sustainable while ensuring teachers continue to benefit from ongoing opportunities for skill enhancement.
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