Learn English Audio Pilot in Nigeria (LEAPIN)

Nigeria

Learn English Audio Pilot in Nigeria (LEAPIN) is working towards bridging the digital divide in Africa by utilizing an audio unit that is powered by kinetic and renewable energy to help English teachers and learners in the classroom. LEAPIN is currently using a framework designed by the Open University in support of ESSPIN with the specific objectives of supporting teachers with a reliable means of playing suitable audio content and reducing teacher-centered activities, while measuring changes in English usage. The pilot is currently in the evaluation phase; data is being collected and collated from teachers, students, and head-teachers through classroom observation, interviews, and questionnaires.

Project Stage

Proof of Concept

Implementation time

1-3 years

Last update: October 05, 2023

Overview Contributors

Challenge

The project is designed for schools within remote and rural areas with little or no resources (specifically with no or intermittent electricity).

Description

Since the launch of the pilot phase in September 2013, 600 state school teachers have been trained in Kwara and Jigawa States. They have been supported by the State School Improvement Team (SSIT) members and the School Support Officers (SSOs).

Outcomes

The pilot is currently in the evaluation phase. Data is being collected and collated from teachers, students, and head-teachers through classroom observation, interviews, and questionnaires.