Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)
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Strengthening classrooms and teachers by providing needed resources, training, and skills.
WHY THE ACCELERATED LEARNING PROGRAM?
ONLY 65%
of teachers have the minimum required qualifications in rural Africa (UNESCO)
LIMITED ACCESS
Youth in rural areas lack access to and knowledge of digital tools
ONLY 28%
of the Sub-Saharan population are connected to the internet
Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) strives to meet the needs of access to education while ensuring high quality learning with a focus on reading, numeracy, and digital literacy. Needs and merit-based scholarships address education access. ALP accelerates learning in the classrooms through hands-on training, leveraging digital tools and localized learning resources enabling high-quality outcomes.
OUR IMPACT IN 2021
22 youth were trained as EdTech Interns!
In addition training expanded to:
571
teachers
81
school administrators
6740
students
129
schools
Across the 129 schools, 1,075 digital devices were distributed for the
use of rural learners and EdTech Interns.
WHAT MAKES THE PROGRAM UNIQUE?
Using technology in the Accelerated Learning Program is an integral part of linking teachers to their students. In this digital age the importance of understanding technology will become key to the success of students.
Digital & Low-cost Resources
Digital and Low-cost Resources
Since 2012 we have been bringing digital resources and materials into the classroom to support teachers’ curriculum development and after-school clubs. Digital resources and tools are a low-cost and high yield solution, where students develop the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st century.
Intensive Teacher Training
Intensive Teacher Training
We provide intensive teachers training that develops highly engaging learning environments for students to thrive. Training introduces solutions and skill development for teachers to create curriculum designed for todays digital age.
Learner-Centered Model
Learner-Centered Educational Model
We focus on skills that students need to succeed. It is not just about math and traditional education. We focus on building student confidence, leadership and communication skills, as well as, digital literacy training.
“The most important lessons I have learned from my students is that, by using digital tools they are more interested in learning. There are pictures and maps which help learners to understand better.” – Faith, Kenya
LEARN MORE about how our Accelerated Learning Program transforms a
teacher-centered class into a learner-centered class.