Teaching at the Right Level Africa

We are excited to be collaborating with partners like Busara Center for Behavioral Economics and VVOB at #CIES2025! Our collective goal is to drive impactful discussions and share insights on how we can enhance education through behavioral science, teacher empowerment, and sustainable systemic change. With a focus on foundational learning, we’ll explore how to support teachers, leverage technology, and improve pedagogical practices to ensure every child masters the basics. Join us as we share evidence-based approaches, learn from each other, and collaborate on creating a stronger, more equitable education system worldwide. Looking forward to connecting at CIES! #FLNAfrica #TaRLAfrica #BusaraGlobal #VVOB #CIES2025 #FoundationalLearning Stefaan Vande Walle Morgan Kabeer Sharon Schroen Hafsatu Hamza Amos DEMBELE Daniele Ressler Ashleigh Morrell Pumza Ndamase

As we strive to improve educational outcomes globally, it's crucial to recognise the transformative power of local language instruction in foundational learning. Research consistently shows that children learn best when they are taught in their mother tongue, especially during the early years. This approach not only enhances literacy and numeracy skills but also fosters a deeper understanding of cultural heritage and identity. The impact of local language instruction includes: 👉Improved academic performance: Studies have demonstrated that students who begin their education in their native language tend to perform better academically and have higher retention rates. 👉Cultural preservation: By using local languages in education, we help preserve cultural traditions and values, enriching the learning experience. 👉Increased accessibility: Local language instruction makes education more accessible to marginalised communities, bridging the gap between home and school environments. From Ghana to Kenya, local language instruction has been a game-changer. In Ghana, for instance, the introduction of local languages in primary education has led to significant improvements in reading comprehension and overall academic achievement. How can we support scale this? 👉Provide educators with the tools and training needed to effectively teach in local languages. 👉Create educational materials that are culturally relevant and accessible. 👉Encourage governments to adopt policies that support local language instruction in schools. What other strategies can we use to improve learning outcomes with the use of mother language? Share with us in the comments below 🌟 #FoundationalLearning #LocalLanguages #EducationForAll #EmpowermentThroughEducation

🇨🇮 En Côte d’Ivoire, moins de la moitié des élèves savent lire et compter convenablement à la fin du primaire. Ce retard d’apprentissage creuse les inégalités et complique la tâche des enseignants. Pour y remédier, Teaching at the Right Level Africa (TaRL Africa) déploie le Programme d’Enseignement Ciblé (PEC) : une approche innovante qui adapte l’enseignement au niveau réel des élèves plutôt qu’à leur âge ou leur classe. 📚 Grâce au soutien du FID, le programme est déployé depuis 2023 dans 269 écoles du nord du pays, permettant à plus de 40 000 enfants de renforcer leurs compétences fondamentales en lecture et en mathématiques. Et les résultats sont là : dans les classes concernées, la réussite à l’examen de passage en 6ème est passée de 75 % à 98 %. 📺 Découvrez ce projet en vidéo dans la série Nouvelles d'Afrique sur TV5MONDE Afrique, produite par Nangadef Productions.

TaRL Africa is thrilled to be part of the #CIES2025 conference, where we will be exploring the intersection of foundational learning, technology, and system change in education. Dive into our blog for a sneak peek at our sessions and the important conversations we'll be driving. Don’t miss out—read more here: https://lnkd.in/dhbXEkgC #FLNAfrica #TaRLAfrica #CIES2025 #EdTech Ashleigh Morrell Daniele Ressler Pumza Ndamase Shirlyne Ingolo

#FoundationalLearning interventions are most successful when they are backed by strong data sets and rigorous monitoring. More countries are creating innovative monitoring systems to support teachers and their students. For example, Nepal and Senegal are putting administrative learning data to good use to monitor student performance and adjust foundational learning interventions so that students can receive more targeted support and instruction.    Though this progress is encouraging, there is more to be done. Support from ministries, districts, and sub-districts is key to monitor students’ learning and ensure interventions are being effectively implemented.     Read more from Clio Dintilhac on using data to improve learning and teaching practices.  https://lnkd.in/dBswV4aN  Global Partnership for Education #ApprendrePourDemain 

📢 What does it take to scale innovations across the Global South? For 30 years, Pratham has tested, adapted, and scaled solutions to improve education and livelihoods. But innovation doesn’t stop — it thrives on continuous learning, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing. Join us for an in-person event on the sidelines of the Skoll Forum, where we bring together colleagues and partners from across sectors to explore what truly drives sustainable, scalable interventions. 📅 Date & Time: Wednesday, 2 April 2025 | 13:00 - 16:00 BST 📍 Location: Christ Church College, Oxford 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gzHimxCX #30YearsOfPratham #ScalingWhatWorks #GlobalSouthInnovations #SkollWeek #Prathamat30 #WeAre30 #EveryDotCounts #JoyfulLearning #EducationTransformation Pratham Education Foundation | Pratham UK | Pratham USA | Pratham Sweden | Pratham Australia

We are proud to have Milly Asio attending the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) advanced course which is ongoing in Nairobi, Kenya on behalf of VVOB. This training is for governments, partners, and organisations already implementing TaRL and is aimed at strengthening teaching practices, classroom management, and data-driven decision-making. Milly delivered a presentation on UCatchUp, which is the contextualised government-led, school-based TaRL model that we are implementing in Kasese district and municipality. We look forward to benefiting from Milly’s expertise after the training especially as we continue to partner with the Ministry of Education and Sports towards scaling UCatchUp nation-wide. Teaching at the Right Level Africa #TaRL #UCatchUp #Scaling #CapacityBuilding

Strong evidence shows that approaches such as structured pedagogy and teaching at the right level can boost learning in low- & middle-income countries. Join our #CIES2025 panel on March 25 to explore key insights and innovations on effective implementation! 📢 Core components of effective implementation: Unpacking successful educational interventions 🗓️ Tue, March 25, 2.45pm to 4pm (CST) 📍 Palmer House, 7th Floor, Clark 9 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euZRyAqH RTI International | Innovations for Poverty Action | Room to Read | Room to Read India | What Works Hub for Global Education | Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford #education #evidence #CIES

President Hakainde Hichilema said it best his article in The Africa Report: “we must hold ourselves and each other accountable for our children’s learning.” Government prioritization is crucial to improving education systems so that every child can develop foundational reading and math skills from an early age.     We can see the benefits of government support in implementing #FoundationalLearning interventions – in Zambia, the national Catch-up program, which uses a TaRL (targeted instruction) approach to engage learners, has shown a 30% increase in learning outcomes at the foundational level. And similar success stories have been shown in other countries across the continent. With continued collaboration between governments and education stakeholders, strong data monitoring, and accountability - we can improve learning and development outcomes for millions of African children.    Read more from President Hichilema: https://lnkd.in/dT4VTwf2