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Effective Reading Instruction in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: What the Evidence Shows

Endorsed by the GEEAP, this report synthesizes global evidence on effective reading instruction in low- and middle-income countries. It outlines core components of foundational literacy—such as phonics, fluency, and comprehension—and offers implementation strategies for classrooms.

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Critical Early Numeracy Outcomes: Supporting Foundational Numeracy Attainment

This report outlines critical early numeracy outcomes (CENOs) for Grades 1-3, focusing on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It provides pedagogical guidance on representations, place value, and calculation strategies to improve foundational learning.

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Exploring Teachers' Perceptions of Self-Regulated Learning in Primary Schools: Insights from Intermediate-Phase Teachers in South Africa

This study investigates intermediate-phase primary school teachers' knowledge and beliefs regarding self-regulated learning (SRL) in South Africa. Findings indicate that while teachers value SRL, limited training and knowledge hinder its effective implementation, highlighting a need for targeted professional development.

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The Future of Education in Africa: UNICEF Leading Minds Conference 2025 Outcomes Report

This report outlines outcomes from the 2025 UNICEF Leading Minds Conference in Nairobi, focusing on foundational learning, teacher development, education policy, and integrating digital technology and AI into African education systems.

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Continental Assessment Framework for Africa (CAF-Africa)

This document outlines the Continental Assessment Framework for Africa, developed by the African Union and partners to establish comparable learning data and proficiency standards in reading and mathematics across African countries.

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Accelerating Progress for School-Age Children and Adolescents through Integrated School Health and Nutrition Programming

This UNICEF and WFP report examines the intersection of health, nutrition, and foundational learning crises among school-age children in Eastern and Southern Africa. It highlights how integrated school health and nutrition programming supports educational outcomes, learning poverty reduction, and child development.

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Parent and Caregiver Engagement in Kenya: Gaps, Opportunities, and Emerging Questions for Future Research

This helpdesk brief explores how educational technology can enhance parent and caregiver engagement to support learning continuity in Kenya, particularly in hard-to-reach and crisis-affected communities. It examines barriers, gender dynamics, and potential approaches for capacity building and home-based learning.

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Foundational Learning Action Tracker 2025: Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Brief

This UNICEF regional brief monitors government progress on foundational learning and numeracy across Eastern and Southern Africa using the RAPID framework, tracking policy actions and systems strengthening in early grades.

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Foundations First: Insights from the Global Foundational Learning Action Tracker 2025

This UNICEF report presents global findings from the 2025 Foundational Learning Action Tracker (FLAT), monitoring government policies across 124 countries using the RAPID framework. It highlights progress, gaps, and teacher support systems needed to address global learning poverty.

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Foundational Learning Action Tracker 2025: Results for Africa

This report monitors government actions across 52 African countries to improve foundational literacy and numeracy using the RAPID framework. It highlights regional progress, leading indicators, and critical gaps in early grade education policies and interventions.

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The Policy Landscape for Preventing Violence Against Children in Africa’s Schools

This report examines the legislative and policy frameworks surrounding violence against children in schools (VACiS) across Africa. It analyzes implementation challenges, highlights regional best practices, and offers recommendations for creating safer learning environments.

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The Role of Phonics Instruction in Developing Early Reading Skills in Public Primary Schools in Ikungi District, Tanzania

This study examines the impact of phonics instruction on early reading skills in rural Tanzanian primary schools. It highlights how systematic phonics improves decoding, fluency, and comprehension, while also addressing implementation challenges such as teacher training and resource constraints.

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