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Testimonials. When public education undergoes a transformation!
Parents, pupils, senior figures within the national education system… those who have experienced the rollout of the pioneer schools are witnessing the metamorphosis of Morocco’s public education system. Excerpts.
“Developing the school’s learning environment”
“The pioneer schools have helped improve pupils’ attainment, particularly in core subjects such as Arabic, French and mathematics, with noticeable progress in reading and comprehension skills and a reduction in learning difficulties. We aspire to further develop the school environment by providing internet access and interactive whiteboards, while continuing to organise training sessions for teachers and implementing pedagogical and psychological support programmes for pupils.”
A.R., Headteacher of a pioneer school
“Transforming teaching methods”
“The pioneer schools project was designed to transform teaching methods and strengthen pupils’ learning outcomes. At the beginning of the school year, we conduct an initial assessment to identify pupils’ actual levels, and on the basis of these results we guide each pupil towards the pathway that corresponds to their level. We provide intensive support of around one month (or 24 days) to overcome learning difficulties, so that pupils reach a solid level before moving on to the structured teaching phase. After this stage, we carry out another assessment to measure the effectiveness of the support provided, and then proceed to the phase of structured or explicit teaching.”
C.Z., Teacher
“The level has improved significantly”
“I used to notice a certain stagnation in my daughter’s level. But since she joined a pioneer school, I have seen a marked improvement. Her level in French, Arabic and mathematics has improved considerably. Moreover, seeing this significant progress herself has made her enjoy school much more. And that makes all the difference!”
R.S., Parent
“Helping to understand rather than memorise”
“The pioneer schools stand out because they care about pupils and help them to understand rather than simply memorise. This project has helped me to understand the lessons better and to participate more in class.”
H.N., Pupil
“Knowing pupils’ levels in real time”
“Digital resources play an important role in making lessons easier and increasing pupils’ engagement and activity, which has a positive impact on their results. Digital tools also help us with instant assessment, enabling us to know pupils’ levels in real time and determine which questions to ask.”
F.T., Teacher
“Teachers encourage us”
“My relationship with teachers has improved. They encourage us to participate and listen to our opinions in class. There are group activities and educational games that allow us to learn and collaborate with our classmates. What we like most is the way lessons are explained and the classroom activities, because they help us understand the lesson easily and in an enjoyable way.”
J.K., Pupil