Gabon has enacted a draft ordinance to govern the digitisation of its education system. General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the President of the Republic, presided over the Council of Ministers on Sunday, January 5, where this decision was made.
With the goal of incorporating digital technology and educational platforms into teaching and learning methodologies, it represents a significant milestone in the reform of the country’s educational system.
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Aims of the initiative
This program coincides with Gabon’s increased efforts to update its educational system.
The government’s evident aim to democratise access to digital tools is demonstrated by the interministerial cooperation that was established last December to connect schools to the Internet.
The shortcomings of conventional teaching approaches have also been brought to light by the health crisis, underscoring the need for reform to guarantee that learning continues even during emergencies.
The press release reads, “The draft ordinance aims to strengthen the legal and regulatory framework governing the transformation of teaching and learning methods through the integration of digital technologies and educational platforms. This reform is all the more urgent given that the health crisis linked to COVID-19 has highlighted the need to develop alternatives to face-to-face teaching.”
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Benefits of the initiative
As a result of this decision, the education system is expected to be more resilient in the event of a crisis, disparities between urban and rural areas will be lessened, teaching practices will be modernised, and a skilled workforce prepared to support the nation’s economic transformation will be trained.
African nations are taking steps to update their educational systems in an increasingly digitalised environment.
In order to address today’s educational issues and guarantee more equitable and accessible education, digital technology integration has become crucial.