Over seventy five (75) English teachers in the Asuogyaman district of the Eastern Region, have been schooled on a new Literature book which has been introduced by G. E. S for study at Junior High School level.
‘Cock Crow’ the book subsequently is included in the Basic Education Certificate examination (B. E. C. E) with the purpose of introducing literature at the J. H. S level curriculum, is to improve reading comprehension and critical thinking skills among the J. H. S graduates.
The training was conducted by Connecting Kids Education Foundation (CKEF) which is an N GO in collaboration with the Asuogyaman district education service. At the ceremony, the Executive Director, Ellen Blamires, explained that the two days training workshop is part of the organization's contribution to strengthen the capacity of teachers on a broader basis within the district to teach literature in schools.
He reiterated that it will indeed help the teachers to adopt the strategies from the workshop to improve their effectiveness in the classroom.
Over the past two years, the organization has invested in various educational projects to improve the learning experience of children in Ghana.
They are currently on the construction of a library and an I. C. T lab for the Anum Anglican primary A & B Schools.
The building is expected to be completed before the end of April. The district director of education, Madam Mavis Yirenkye commended the NGO for their effort in supporting education in the area.
She also urged teachers to read themselves to encourage their children to also adopt the culture of learning and reading. Michael Akrofi
Source: Michael Akrofi
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