UNESCO expands ICT skills training to accelerate digital education in Tanzania
UNESCO has trained 52 teachers in Tanzania as part of an initiative to strengthen the use of digital technologies in education. The programme focused on helping educators integrate ICT tools, digital learning resources, and online assessment methods into classroom teaching.
UNESCO, with support from the Republic of Korea and the Government of Tanzania, has trained 52 teachers in Dodoma to improve the use of digital technologies in classroom teaching and learning.
The four-day programme focused on implementing Tanzania’s 2025 ICT Competency Standards for Teachers through digital learning modules developed by the Tanzania Institute of Education. Teachers specialising in ICT, physics, mathematics and chemistry received practical instruction on digital teaching tools, online assessment techniques, educational technologies and open educational resources.
Participants highlighted the value of learning platforms and tools such as video recording applications, interactive quiz systems and collaborative digital learning environments. The programme aimed to help teachers use technology more effectively to improve classroom engagement, teaching quality and student learning outcomes.
Why does it matter?
Digital skills are becoming increasingly important across education systems worldwide. By equipping educators with practical ICT competencies, Tanzania is strengthening its ability to deliver modern, technology-enabled education.
The UNESCO initiative also supports broader efforts to reduce digital divides and build national capacity in education, particularly as countries increasingly integrate technology into teaching, learning and workforce development strategies.
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