In a move to enhance digital learning in rural schools, Open Learning Exchange (OLE) Nepal, in collaboration with Himalaya Hilfe Friburge (HHF), successfully conducted a four-day teacher training program at Shree Dharmathma Secondary School, East Nawalparasi, from December 30, 2024 – January 2, 2025. This initiative aimed to equip teachers with ICT skills and integrate digital learning resources into classrooms.

Bridging the Digital Gap in Education

Technology-driven education is crucial for engaging students and improving learning outcomes. Through this training, 16 teachers (8 male, 8 female) gained hands-on experience in using Raspberry Pi computers, E-Pustakalaya (digital library), and E-Paath (interactive learning modules)—empowering them to deliver technology-integrated lessons.

Training Highlights

📌 Hands-on Digital Learning Integration:

• Teachers explored E-Paath, E-Pustakalaya, Bal-Paathmala, and Hamro Ramailo Kathaharu for interactive teaching.
• Practical sessions focused on curriculum alignment and lesson planning using digital tools.

📌 Technical Skill Development:

• Teachers were trained on Raspberry Pi computers, networking basics, and troubleshooting techniques.
• The school received 20 Raspberry Pi devices, a digital library server, and essential networking equipment.

📌 Building Sustainable ICT Practices:

• Formation of an ICT club to promote peer learning and ongoing digital literacy initiatives.
• The school established a maintenance fund for the upkeep of ICT resources.

Key Takeaways

🚀 Empowered Teachers: Equipped to lead digital learning efforts in their school.
📚 Sustainable ICT Education: Teachers trained to mentor peers and ensure long-term impact.
💡 Community Collaboration: Support from local authorities contributed to furniture, power backup, and infrastructure improvements.

Looking Ahead

This training marks a milestone in rural digital education, ensuring that students and teachers alike benefit from accessible, high-quality learning resources. Moving forward, OLE Nepal will continue providing support, ensuring successful implementation and expansion of digital education in Nepal’s public schools.