Unite for Quality Education - Tools and Materials for Quality Teaching and Learning

Most of the proven modern effective teaching and learning methods and tools are attributed to ICT: computers, animation, social networking and interactive learning processes, to name a few. The computer and internet technology should be embraced and they should be part and parcel of the teaching and learning processes and able to adapt to the changes in the whole society as well. Even developing countries must strive to integrate the modern teaching and learning tools in schools to reduce the digital divide between the North and South. This requires, among other things, very important efforts in relevant teacher training, significant investments in school infrastructure and equipment and energy equipment, among others. ICT must not be used as a replacement for a teacher or to reduce investment in education.

Studies show that the teacher factor generates maximum learning and interest of the learners excited to be in school hungry for knowledge, to acquire and develop skills and values in life. The effectiveness of qualified and trained professional teachers could be further enhanced by equipping them with the necessary tools inside and outside of the classroom. Governments and employers in the education sector must invest more in infrastructure and tools to effectively make education a national priority without which equal opportunity for all citizens remains a mirage.