RESEARCH OUTPUTS FOR YEAR 3
Cross country Synthesis of Out of School Mapping Studies across Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Nigeria
The report presents a synthesis of the findings of the out of school mapping study across Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. It highlights the magnitude of the OOS challenge, what the solutions have been over the period and what the prevailing issues are.
Ghana Working Paper on the Impact of Accelerated Education Models on Girls’ and Girl’s Education
This paper provides evidence on the impact and effectiveness of AEPs/GFMs in addressing the challenges of out-of-school children (OOSC) and youth across West Africa, using a gendered transformative approach. It explores the impact of these models on girls, particularly, on girls’ empowerment, transition and retention in school and general life outcomes based on evidence from an IDRC funded ‘out-of-school’ mapping and effectiveness study.
The Impact and Effectiveness of Accelerated Education programmes in Nigeria: the impact on Girls and Girls’ Education
The purpose of the working paper is to collate selected evidence from the OOSC mapping study and qualitative effectiveness study to highlight the impact of accelerated education programs (AEP) on girls’ education in Nigeria. It attempts to take a direct slice of the instrument data to answer the research questions on Girls Education which are imbedded in the study.
Effectiveness Study Report - Sierra Leone
Policy Brief on Effectiveness Study - Ghana
This policy brief aims to synthesize key findings and provide evidence-based recommendations to enhance quality education for vulnerable children and youth in West Africa, particularly within the context of accelerated education programs (AEP) and girls’ empowerment models (GEM). The study focuses on assessing the effectiveness, adaptability and scalability of these programs and models in addressing barriers to education and empowering vulnerable children and youth in rural, extreme poverty and fragile environments.
Research Brief on Effectiveness Study - Sierra Leone
The research brief seeks to highlight the key findings from the Effectiveness study and the impact of Accelerated Education Programs on learning outcomes, transition, retention and completion and gender transformation.
Research Brief on Effectiveness Study - Nigeria
Effectiveness of Accelerated Education Programmes in Nigeria
Context Analysis for Scale Up of AEPs in Sierra Leone
Lessons Learned- Scaling of AEPs_Sierra Leone
The brief highlights the importance of a favorable policy environment, committed leadership, flexible learner-centered approaches, and long-term funding mechanisms for the success and scalability of AEPs. The document emphasizes the need for inclusive education, community involvement, and the transition of AEP beneficiaries to formal schooling. In addition, the brief provides valuable insights into the key factors influencing the effectiveness and sustainability of AEPs in Sierra Leone.
Lessons Learned from the Sustainability and Scalability of Complementary Basic Education Program in Ghana
The brief focuses on the Sustainability and Scalability of the Complementary Basic Education (CBE) Program in Ghana. It emphasizes the importance of investing in basic education to achieve broader developmental objectives in the country. It further highlights the lessons learned from the implementation of the CBE program, including the significance of monitoring, evaluation, and community participation.
The Nigerian Political Economic Analysis
This study delves into an examination of the impact of relevant government policies, institutional frameworks, and political structures in galvanizing support for accelerated education programs.
Cost Effectiveness Study Report Ghana
This report is based on the cost effectiveness of Accelerated Education Programmes in Ghana.