From classrooms to coding, and from chalkboards to digital opportunities, another generation of teachers is being equipped with the skills and confidence needed to prepare learners for a rapidly evolving digital world.
Today, the Frontier Counties Development Council (
@FCDCKenya ), in partnership with the
@RaspberryPi_org , the @EduMinKen and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), officially launched the Year 3 County-Level Teacher Training for the Advancing Computing Skills Project in
@Garissa County.
The training marks another important milestone in the project's journey to strengthen computing education and digital literacy across Kenya's frontier counties. This year, a new Cohort 2 comprising 13 teachers drawn from primary and junior schools across Garissa County has joined the programme, accompanied by two experienced teachers from the previous cohort who will support peer learning, mentorship, and sustainability efforts within participating schools.
The training was officially opened by TSC Regional Director, Mr. Stephen Ajanga, who commended the strong partnership between FCDC, RPF, MoE, and TSC in expanding access to quality digital learning opportunities. He emphasized the critical role of technology in enhancing teaching and learning outcomes and challenged teachers to become champions of digital transformation within their schools and communities.
Facilitated by Mr. Ibrahim Farah (CQASO) and Mr. Abdullahi Mohamed (County ICT Coordinator) using the approved Year 3 training curriculum, participants engaged in hands-on learning sessions covering computing education, digital literacy, and effective integration of technology into classroom practice. The training also incorporated Online Child Safety resources and awareness materials, reinforcing the importance of creating safe, responsible, and inclusive digital learning environments for all learners.
A major highlight of the Year 3 programme is the introduction of
@Ontumeducation Kits—innovative offline digital learning solutions designed specifically for schools operating in areas with limited internet connectivity and unreliable power supply. The kits will enable schools to access quality digital learning content without an internet connection, helping bridge the digital divide and ensuring that learners in remote and underserved communities are not left behind.
Since its inception, the Advancing Computing Skills Project has continued to build teacher capacity, expand access to computing education, and strengthen digital learning ecosystems across participating counties. The Year 3 training represents another significant step towards institutionalizing computing education and ensuring long-term sustainability through local ownership and teacher leadership.
As the training progresses, FCDC and its partners remain committed to empowering teachers with the knowledge, skills, and tools required to nurture the next generation of innovators, critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and digital leaders.
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