The Executive General of the National Centre for Distance Learning and Open Schooling (CENDLOS), Nana Gyamfi Adwabour, has hailed Ghana’s progress in educational technology (EdTech) following the launch of Asanka, an offline learning platform developed by TECHAiDE.
Asanka is designed to store and distribute educational content offline. The aim is to bridge the digital divide by ensuring that students and teachers in remote areas can access the same high-quality materials available in more connected regions.
Launching Asanka’s new features in Accra on Friday, he highlighted the platform’s importance in addressing educational challenges, especially in underserved communities.
He noted: “Asanka is a game changer. It provides solutions to students living in areas with limited internet connectivity, ensuring that no one is left behind in accessing quality education.
Mr. Adwabour stressed the importance of collaboration in the EdTech space and highlighted the potential synergies between Asanka and existing CENDLOS solutions such as the iBox, an offline learning system, and its software counterpart iCampus.
He acknowledged the infrastructural challenges of the Ghanaian education sector and called for continued collaboration between the public and private sectors to expand connectivity. He went on to commend TECHAiDE and other Ghanaian EdTech companies for their growing global reputation and called on stakeholders to support TECHAiDE and its Asanka platform, stressing the importance of scaling up such innovations to maximize their impact.
TECHAiDE’s Head of Business Operations, Thomas Eghan Ekuban, in his presentation outlined the innovative updates to the platform, designed to improve accessibility and educational outcomes across the country.
He said, “Today we are here to witness the updates and additions to Asanka. This platform aligns perfectly with the Ghana Education Service (GES) curriculum, ensuring that every interaction a teacher or student has with it has a positive impact on learning in Ghana.”
He added that the Asanka platform, which was initially introduced to provide offline learning resources during the COVID-19 pandemic, has undergone significant transformations, stating that “When the pandemic hit, Asanka ensured that students could continue learning from home and since then we have localized content and developed tools to assess student progress on the platform.”
Mr. Ekuban further noted that Asanka’s new features, a revamped interface that is more child-friendly, engaging and welcoming to both students and teachers. Additionally, the platform now offers enhanced features to address the challenges faced by educators, providing resources tailored to the needs of the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders. The updated Asanka platform, he said, has also undergone a visual transformation, including a new logo and color scheme. “Everything about Asanka used to be red, but like a transforming butterfly, we have evolved to a sophisticated teal,” Mr. Ekuban explained.
“The redesigned logo includes elements that symbolize Asanka’s role as a hub for digital learning, with Wi-Fi signals representing accessibility across Ghana. Wherever Asanka is, learning happens,” he stressed.
In addition, he explained that the updated platform introduces robust tracking and analytics tools. Teachers can track students’ progress in real-time and identify areas where they may need additional support. Analytics also provided detailed insights into video engagement, learning patterns, and content comprehension.
“The enhanced platform also prioritizes inclusion, providing features that accommodate students with a range of disabilities, including visual and hearing impairments. We are committed to ensuring that Asanka is accessible to all learners, regardless of their circumstances,” said Ekuban.
Source: ghanaiantimes
