Government to launch One Student One Tablet Initiative on March 25

In a bid to enhance digital learning and access to educational resources, the government of Ghana has announced its plans to roll out free tablets to Senior High School (SHS) students starting Monday, March 25, 2024.

This initiative, known as the Ghana Smart Schools Project, aims to provide teaching and learning management systems, digital learning content, and electronic devices to all senior high and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools across the country.

According to Nana Gyamfi Adwabour, the Executive Director of the Centre for National Distance Learning and Open Schooling, a total of 503 public SHS and TVET institutions will benefit from the project.

However, the distribution will be carried out in phases, with each phase covering 30 schools until all schools are equipped. Adwabour emphasized that this phased approach is crucial for effective implementation and monitoring of the project.

“All Senior High School and TVET students, including those in Form 1, Form 2, and Form 3, will be included in the distribution,” Adwabour confirmed.

The tablets, which have already arrived in the country, boast a four-inch screen, four gigabytes of RAM, and a long-lasting battery capable of lasting seven to eight hours. A

dditionally, they are equipped with a solar-based battery pack and are water-resistant, making them durable for student use.

Adwabour highlighted that these tablets will complement traditional textbooks and prepare students to effectively utilize digital tools for learning.

He expressed optimism that this transition to digital learning will not only improve access and quality but also enhance the global competitiveness of Ghanaian students.

“We are blessed that our President sees education as a public good… He wants every child to receive education irrespective of your location or your disability,” Adwabour stated, emphasizing the government’s commitment to providing quality education for all.