Day of the African Child: EdoBEST methodology raises hope of better learning
Access to basic education is a fundamental right that should be prioritized in the development of the African child. The Edo State government through the EdoBEST methodology, ranked by Nobel Laureate, Professor Michael Kremer as delivering impressive learning outcomes, has taken the lead in the provision of basic education services by using a methodology. When […]
How EdoBEST is delivering excellence through methodology that works
When Governor Godwin Obaseki adopted the standardized teaching technique underpinning EdoBEST as a measure to drastically improve learning outcomes and boost the confidence of parents in the public-school system, not many individuals understood what he was doing. Back in 2018, Governor Godwin Obaseki noted that the foundation must be set right for children in Edo […]
Nobel Prize winner canvasses adoption of NewGlobe methodology to boost learning
A seasoned scholar, Prof. Michael Kremer, has canvassed the adoption of NewGlobe’s teaching and learning methodology across the nation’s public schools for greater efficiency and effectiveness. Kremer, a Nobel Prize winner in economics, in an independent study, said children living in underserved African communities could receive 5.3 per cent more learning in schools supported by […]
‘EdoBEST: A sterling example of public-private collaboration in education’
Innovation in unlikely places Imasabor Primary School is located in the small, sleepy town of Ologbo, 54 kilometres from Benin City, Edo State. The school is not big because it caters for a small population, but it attracts several pupils aged between 3 and 11 who are taught the full basic education curriculum in readiness […]
Edo Govt, EdoBEST, World Bank Perfectly Aligned In Education Initiatives – Commissioner
The Edo State Education Commissioner, Dr. Joan Osa Oviawe, has reaffirmed that the state government-led by Governor Godwin Obaseki, has perfectly aligned with the World Bank and new thinking in the global education ecosystem. She disclosed this while addressing CNBC Africa at a one-day workshop on education, which was organised by the World Bank in […]
SDG-4: EdoBEST Achieving Excellence Through Cutting-Edge Technology
What makes an education intervention successful? Is it the workforce, curriculum or the processes involved? While some might argue for or against either of these factors, EdoBEST has been found to use a combination of all three leading with technology to deliver excellent learning gains for its students both in primary and secondary schools. Implementing […]
Education as poverty alleviation strategy
Last week, President Muhammadu Buhari charged Nigerian youths to seek education and equip themselves with skills to fight poverty. The call, which was made at the Emir of Daura’s Palace, comes at a time when Nigeria is grappling with several challenges including rising inflation, low gross domestic product (GDP) growth, and high youth unemployment. In […]
Education as a poverty alleviation strategy
Last week, President Muhammadu Buhari charged Nigerian youths to seek education and equip themselves with skills to fight poverty. The call, which was made at the Emir of Daura’s Palace, comes at a time when Nigeria is grappling with several challenges including rising inflation, low gross domestic product (GDP) growth, and high youth unemployment. In […]
