Districts of Teaching Excellence: Sierra Leone

The Districts of Teaching Excellence demonstration project explored how middle-tier education officials in Sierra Leone can strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) instruction. Using a rapid 'test-and-learn' methodology over six months in Port Loko and Kono districts, the project tested strategies to support School Quality Assurance Officers (SQAOs) as instructional leaders. Key findings indicate that a precise shared understanding and alignment between pedagogy and EdTech are critical for consistent, district-wide instructional improvement. The study also highlights the importance of ongoing support, digital skills development, and stability in SQAO roles to sustain impact. The report provides actionable recommendations for leveraging EdTech to strengthen instructional leadership at a district level. An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org/

DOI: 10.53832/edtechhub.1090 ZenodoArchiveID: 14794031 ZenodoArchiveConcept: 14794030