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Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Southern Africa: Management Perspectives

This review examines the management of ADHD among children in Southern Africa, highlighting significant gaps in teacher training, resources, and inclusive education practices. It emphasizes the need for ongoing educator support and contextually relevant interventions in schools.

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Partnering with Sesame Workshop to Support Young Children Affected by Crises

This document outlines Sesame Workshop's 'Welcome Sesame' initiative, which provides inclusive, playful early learning, foundational skills, and psychosocial support for young children and families affected by crises and displacement globally, featuring case studies from Kenya, Colombia, Bangladesh, and Ukraine.

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Managing Functional and Innovative Education in Teachers’ Training Institutions in Rivers State, for Global Competitiveness

This study examines the management of functional and innovative education in teacher training institutions in Rivers State, Nigeria, focusing on providing student teachers with practical skills, modern resources, and up-to-date knowledge for global competitiveness.

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Report on Accreditation and Monitoring of Private Education Institutions and Private Assessment Bodies (2022/23)

This report details Umalusi's quality assurance, accreditation, and monitoring processes for independent schools and private colleges in South Africa for the 2022/23 period. It outlines regulatory frameworks, evaluation procedures, and compliance outcomes relevant to school standards.

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AU Continental Strategy on Education for Health and Well-Being of Young People in Africa

This African Union continental strategy outlines a comprehensive framework for integrating health, nutrition, and well-being into education systems across member states. It addresses key risk factors, child rights, and institutional capacities to improve learning and development outcomes for young people in Africa.

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How-To Guide: Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL)

This practical guide outlines the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) methodology, focusing on assessing and grouping children by learning level rather than age to improve foundational literacy and numeracy. It details implementation steps, preconditions for success, and scaling strategies used in Nigeria.

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Community Based Rehabilitation for Resilience Building and Sustainable Development: Leave No One Behind

This volume collects conference proceedings and papers from the 6th CBR Africa Network Conference, focusing on disability-inclusive development, community-based rehabilitation, inclusive education, and early childhood development across African contexts.

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Inclusive Early Childhood Development and Education in Kenya: Perspectives of Parents, Teachers, and Children

This qualitative study explores the perceptions and experiences of parents, teachers, and children regarding disability-inclusive early childhood development and education (ECDE) in two Kenyan districts. The findings highlight positive attitudes toward mainstream inclusion alongside significant challenges related to resources, training, and poverty, informing ongoing national intervention models.

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Mapping and Roadmap of Disability-Inclusive Education in Eastern and Southern Africa

This UNICEF report maps progress, challenges, and recommendations for disability-inclusive education across Eastern and Southern Africa. It examines policies, financing, teacher support, curriculum adaptation, and socio-cultural barriers to promote inclusive learning environments.

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Mapping and Synthesising African Early Childhood Education and Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Research

This study maps and synthesizes early childhood education and foundational learning research across Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting the importance of indigenous pedagogical strategies and context-appropriate interventions.

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Early Childhood Care and Education: A GPE KIX Scoping Study Working Paper

This scoping study explores global and regional trends in early childhood care and education (ECCE), focusing on access, quality, inclusion, and foundational learning, with specific insights from Africa and other regions.

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South Africa's 2030 Strategy for Early Childhood Development Programmes

This national strategy outlines South Africa's comprehensive plan for early childhood development up to 2030, covering service delivery models, early learning programmes, workforce development, and resource requirements.