By Enos Masereka,
Parents and teachers in Kasese District have welcomed the Education Ministry’s decision to allow learners to bring digital devices to school.
However, many have expressed concerns about affordability and infrastructure, urging the government to support schools with necessary ICT equipment and expand electricity coverage in hard-to-reach areas to facilitate digital education.
Last month, Education Minister Janet Museveni announced that laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other ICT devices would be permitted in primary and secondary schools, provided they are strictly regulated by school authorities.
Oliva Biira, a resident of Kyalhumba Town Council, appreciates the modernization and value of ICT for young people but highlights the financial strain on many parents. Ms. Olivia speaking….
Bwambale Moses, a teacher in Kyalhumba Sub County, acknowledges the importance of ICT but emphasizes the need for government subsidies to reduce the cost of equipment. He also advocates for investment in solar power to provide electricity to communities without wired connections.
Mr. Moses speaking…..
Brian Basisa, another parent in Kasese Town, urges the ministry to specify age brackets for ICT device usage in schools, fearing that phones might distract younger pupils from their studies. Mr. Basisa speaking…
Ali Kusemerere, a secondary teacher in the district, believes that with appropriate rules and regulations, parents should not worry excessively about the use of digital devices. End.
