Kobi Hemaa Osisiadan Bekoe, Director for Corporate Affairs at the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE), has called for a greater emphasis on technological inclusivity to transform Ghana’s educational landscape, especially for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs).
Kobi Hemaa made her remarks during a training session for the Technology-Enabled Open School Project (TeOSS) at the Akropong School for the Blind.
She explained that the TeOSS initiative, supported by UNESCO, Huawei, and the Ghana Education Service (GES), aims to create an inclusive learning environment for students nationwide.
“This project is part of a global initiative to leverage technology in developing a learning atmosphere that accommodates all students, particularly those with disabilities.
It directly contributes to Ghana’s efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 4, which emphasizes quality education for everyone,” she stated.
She noted that the TeOSS project is making significant strides by training over 2,400 students, including those with disabilities.
“This initiative empowers both teachers and students to effectively utilize technology in their classrooms, enabling them to deliver inclusive and engaging lessons,” she emphasized.
Bekoe described the TeOSS project as a remarkable example of how technology can be harnessed to create equitable education systems by providing access to essential digital tools and preparing students for a future where technological literacy is vital.
Veronica Dong, headmistress of the Akropong School for the Blind, echoed the importance of ongoing digital training to enhance the integration of technology into their curriculum for both students and teachers.
She stressed that continuous training will improve the professional development of educators and contribute to the sustainability of the project.
“We request additional training sessions to refine our teaching methods and ensure effective technology integration in the classroom,” Dong noted.
She expressed her satisfaction with the TeOSS project, highlighting its focus on bridging the educational gap for marginalized groups, including students with disabilities.
Dong assured that she and her team are committed to equipping visually impaired students with essential technological skills and providing access to tools that empower them in today’s digital world.
Students involved in the TeOSS project at the Akropong School for the Blind praised the initiative, emphasizing that the training they received will serve as a strong foundation for their future learning.
They expressed optimism about the opportunities that enhanced technological skills will bring.