Today the teachers started their training in Jolly Phonics. Pioneered in the UK, Jolly Phonics is a fun and child centered approach to teaching literacy through synthetic phonics. With actions for each of the 42 letter sounds, the multi-sensory method is very motivating for both children and teachers, who can see their students learn. This approach to teaching reading and writing will be one more tool for the ROA teachers.
This is far from the standard approach of rote recitation and memorization that is so prevalent in African schools. It is exciting to watch Betty introduce and teach new education techniques to her teachers with the goal of improving student achievements.
Here are some pictures from today's training. It looks like the teachers are having fun!
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