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EdTech for Contexts of Forced Displacement: A Rapid Evidence Review

Barnes, K., & Katrin, L. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This Rapid Evidence Review provides a synthesis of recent evidence relating to the implementation of EdTech programmes, platforms, and devices for learners in contexts of forced displacement. The main aim of the review is to provide education decision-makers, funders, and implementers (among others), with a clear picture of which interventions may be the most effective in these contexts and, crucially, which implementation decisions facilitate or hinder this effectiveness. We reviewed...

EdTech for Education in Emergencies: A Rapid Evidence Review

Barnes, K., Ramesh Vasudevan, S., & Flam, R. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This Rapid Evidence Review (RER) provides a synthesis of recent evidence relating to the implementation of EdTech programmes, platforms, and devices in emergency contexts. The main aim of the review is to provide education decision-makers, funders, and implementers (among others) with a clear picture of ‘what works’ regarding EdTech in emergencies. Crucially, it also aims to create an understanding of the conditions necessary to ensure the effectiveness of these interventions. Accordingly,...

Improving school systems at scale and provide empowering employability and careers services to young people and adults.

EdTech Policy Rapid Scan for Sub-Saharan Africa (Helpdesk Response No. 196)

Flam, R., & Oyedele, O. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This rapid scan presents a curated list of EdTech policies in sub-Saharan Africa, compiled in response to a request from the World Bank. Based on desk research from mid-2024, it highlights that most policies predate COVID-19, with few new ones emerging post-2020. Many countries lack dedicated EdTech policies, instead relying on broader ICT or education strategies. Common themes include digital infrastructure, distance learning, and teacher training, while gaps remain in support for...

Leveraging Existing Technology in Low-Resource Settings: Conceiving and developing implementation plans for schools [Guidance Note]

Hayat, A., Flam, R., & Handigol, A. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org/

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Rapport de l’échange de connaissances [Technical Report]

Koomar, S., Rasolohery, H., Oojorah, A., & Udhin, W. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is a report on a knowledge exchange visit between the Ministry of National Education of Madagascar and the Mauritius Institute for Education. The visit focused on sharing lessons and discussing ongoing projects related to technology in education. Key objectives included presenting successes and challenges of distance learning, discussing pedagogical design and digital platforms, and exploring long-term collaboration. School visits provided insights into technology integration in...

Note de conseils sur la plateforme numérique [Rapport Technique]

Messa, A., Koomar, S., & Mitchell, J. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This document is a guidance note on digital platforms, specifically focusing on e-learning and the use of Opale and Moodle software. It aims to support the implementation of a digital learning platform in Madagascar. The report addresses questions and challenges faced by the Ministry of National Education in developing and deploying digital educational content. It covers various aspects of e-learning, including evaluation methods, content structuring, accessibility, interactivity, and...

Sierra Leone launches first-ever National Digital Learning Strategy The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) and the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) are pleased to announce the launch of Sierra Leone’s first-ever National Digital Learning Strategy (NDLS) — a groundbreaking framework aimed at leveraging educational technology to improve teaching and learning in Sierra Leone. Developed through a collaborative and consultative process with representatives from the MBSSE,...

EdTech for Girls’ Education: A Rapid Evidence Review for the Southeast Asian Region [Report]

Mitchell, J., D’Rozario, J., Thinley, S., … Hinks, J. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This publication is one part of a series of Rapid Evidence Reviews (RERs) that has been produced by EdTech Hub as part of the ASEAN-UK Supporting the Advancement of Girls’ Education (SAGE) Programme. The programme aims to enhance foundational learning opportunities for all by breaking down barriers that hinder the educational achievements of girls and marginalised learners. The purpose of the RERs is to provide education decision-makers with accessible, evidence-based summaries of good...

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Equality of Usage of Personalised Learning Software: Key Findings from EdTech Hub and EIDU’s Sandbox in Kenya

Rahman, A., Tanveer, R., Olwala, T., … Munialo, I. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org/

Guide pour les utilisateurs de la tablette et de la plateforme Formation À Distance [Technical Report]

Ranaivosamoelina, T., & Rasolohery, H. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is a practical guide for users of a tablet for the distance learning platform (FAD), specifically for 2000 primary teachers in Madagascar. It covers: Tablet Basics: How to use the tablet, buttons, screen, touch controls, navigation, and settings. Accessories: Information on the solar charger / power bank and mini-speaker. Communication: Instructions on making calls, sending SMS and emails, and accessing the internet. Applications: Guides for using applications for training content and...

Rapport d’Observation du Testing BETA [Technical Report]

Ranaivosamoelina, T., & Rasolohery, H. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is a report on the Beta testing of a digital learning platform and applications developed for the Ministry of Education in Madagascar. The project aims to train 16,000 teachers, with 2,000 utilising distance learning via tablets. The Beta user testing focused on the pedagogical relevance, usability, and ergonomics of the platform and two offline applications. Twenty-one teachers participated, evaluating tasks like launching applications, navigating content, accessing multimedia, and...

Rapport d’Observation du Testing Alpha [Rapport Technique]

Ranaivosamoelina, T., Rasolohery, H., & Koomar, S. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This document, details the Alpha user testing of a digital learning platform and educational applications for the Ministry of National Education of Madagascar, aimed at training 2000 teachers. Conducted in July 2024, the testing focused on functionality and accessibility. Twenty-nine testers, primarily web developers and instructional designers, used a Google Forms questionnaire to evaluate the platform and applications. The results showed that while the platform was generally functional,...

Enquête nationale sur la possession et les usages des technologies parmi les enseignants du primaire [Rapport Technique]

Rasolohery, H., & Mitchell, J. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This document presents a report of a national survey on technology ownership and usage among primary school teachers in Madagascar, conducted in 2023. The survey, a collaboration between EdTech Hub, the National Institute of Pedagogical Training (INFP), and the Ministry of National Education, aimed to gather reliable data on ICT deployment across Madagascar's 23 regions. Data was collected through quantitative surveys and qualitative focus groups involving 1403 educators. Key findings reveal...

Guide pour les administrateurs de la plateforme Formation À Distance [Technical Report]

Rasolohery, H., & Ranaivosamoelina, T. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is a practical guide for administrators of the Formation À Distance (FAD) platform in Madagascar. The guide provides instructions on managing the platform, with a focus on evaluations and forums. It covers topics such as setting up different types of evaluations (quizzes, assignments), configuring forum settings, managing discussions, and moderating forums. It also includes best practices for both evaluations and forums, as well as security considerations. The document provides...

Designing Digital Notifications to Support Teacher Uptake of Data Dashboards (Evidence Brief No. 4)

Sun, C., Daltry, R., Major, L., & Friedberg, A. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is the fourth in a series of evidence briefs, reporting on four A/B/n tests which explore different features to enhance digital personalised learning (DPL) tools. This brief investigates the extent to which the provision of notifications to pre-primary teachers to view data dashboards impacts learner device usage and learning outcomes. The A/B/C test found no impact on device usage and negligible impact on learning outcomes. This suggests that accompanying data dashboards with...

Investigating the Impact of Content Repetition on Digital Personalised Learning Tools for Early Grade Learners (Evidence Brief No. 3)

Sun, C., Daltry, R., Major, L., & Friedberg, A. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is the third in a series of evidence briefs, reporting on four A/B/n tests which explore different features to enhance digital personalised learning (DPL) tools. This brief investigates the impact of repeating learning content for pre-primary learners on learner device usage and learning outcomes. The A/B test found that content repetition had an impact on literacy and numeracy outcomes for PP2 learners. PP2 learners’ usage of the DPL tool was significantly reduced with content...

Testing Digital Timer Tools to Support Early Grade Lesson Delivery (Evidence Brief No. 2)

Sun, C., Daltry, R., Major, L., & Friedberg, A. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is the second in a series of evidence briefs, reporting on four A/B/n tests which explore different features to enhance digital personalised learning (DPL) tools. This brief investigates whether introducing a timer alongside digitised lesson plans impacts upon teachers’ lesson plan usage. The A/B test found that providing a timer did not influence how much time teachers spent on digitised lesson plans. While, on average, teachers in the timer group tended to spend less time on lesson...

Optimising Session Duration on Digital Personalised Learning Tools for Early Grade Learners (Evidence Brief No. 1)

Sun, C., Moustafa, N., Daltry, R., … Friedberg, A. - 2025 - EdTech Hub

This is the first in a series of evidence briefs, reporting on four A/B/n tests which explore different features to enhance digital personalised learning (DPL) tools. This brief investigates the optimal number of minutes for pre-primary learners on a classroom-integrated digital personalised learning tool to optimise learning outcomes. The A/B/C test found different levels of session duration impacted on literacy and numeracy outcomes, with the findings for numeracy dependent on grade level....