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Parental Empowerment and Engagement Baseline Report

This baseline report by the Regional Education Learning Initiative Africa (RELI-Africa) examines parental empowerment and engagement across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. It evaluates communication, collaboration, capacity sharing, and resource mobilization between parents and schools to improve foundational learning outcomes.

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What Works in Pre-Primary Education Provision: A Review of Evidence on Achieving Equitable Access and Quality in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

This UNICEF evidence review examines pre-primary education interventions in low- and middle-income countries. It analyzes strategies across planning, curriculum, workforce development, and family engagement to improve equitable access and quality.

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Capacity Building in Teacher Education: A Dominion to Professional Development

This paper examines capacity building and professional development approaches within teacher education institutions. It discusses strategies such as integrating digital tools, promoting life-long learning, and enhancing pedagogical competencies for educators.

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Leadership for Foundational Learning in Africa: Evidence and Considerations for the Future

This report examines the critical role of school leadership in driving foundational literacy and numeracy across Africa. It highlights evidence-based strategies such as instructional leadership, teacher professional development, and community engagement to improve student learning outcomes.

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The Foundational Learning Starter Pack: A Guide for Ministers and Educational Leaders in Africa

This guide supports African ministers and education leaders in improving foundational literacy, numeracy, and socio-emotional skills. Developed by ADEA and Human Capital Africa, it offers strategies, case studies, and an implementation roadmap to address learning crises across the continent.

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Mauritius' National Curriculum Framework for Pre-Primary (3-5 Years)

This document outlines the National Curriculum Framework for pre-primary education in Mauritius, focusing on the development of children aged 3-5 years. It emphasizes the importance of early childhood education and provides a framework for teachers and stakeholders to promote holistic development, literacy, and numeracy skills. The framework is aligned with the Nine Year Continuous Basic Education reform and the SDG Target 4.2.

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South Africa’s 2030 Strategy for Early Childhood Development Programmes

This document outlines South Africa's 2030 strategy for early childhood development programmes, focusing on improving access and quality of ECD services. It presents a new service delivery model, key milestones, and resource requirements. The strategy aims to address the gaps in ECD programmes and promote inclusive economic growth.

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Study on Child Participation in Development Frameworks in Africa

This study examines the extent of child involvement in national, regional, and global development frameworks across Africa, such as Agenda 2040 and the SDGs. It evaluates current child participation mechanisms, identifies gaps, and provides recommendations for promoting child rights in the region.

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4 Steps to Register an Early Childhood Development Centre

This practical guide outlines the four-step process for registering an Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre, detailing requirements for health certificates, social development documentation, and operational compliance.

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Study on Application of Adaptive Management in EOL Project Implementation in the Horn, Eastern and Southern Africa

This report examines the application of adaptive management and the Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) framework in Education Out Loud (EOL) projects across East and Southern Africa, focusing on risk mitigation, civil society engagement, and educational program implementation.

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Education Opportunities for Out-of-School Children in Nigeria

This UNICEF briefing examines the out-of-school children crisis in Nigeria, highlighting key data, barriers to education, and strategic responses focusing on early childhood care, basic education, and foundational learning.

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Kenya Equity in Education Project II (KEEP II) Endline Evaluation Report

This endline evaluation report assesses the impact, effectiveness, and sustainability of the Kenya Equity in Education Project Phase II (KEEP II), focusing on learning outcomes, teaching quality, attendance, and transition for marginalized girls in Kenya.