NaCCA has directed all pre-tertiary schools in Ghana to stop using unapproved assessment items and mock exams, warning of regulatory sanctions for non-compliance.
Crackdown on Unapproved Materials Begins
NaCCA has reminded schools, publishers, and all stakeholders that only learning materials approved by the Council are permitted for use. This move comes as a warning to schools that continue to use unapproved materials, with NaCCA stressing that any document not approved by the Council can never be used in any school in Ghana.
The directive affects all pre-tertiary schools in Ghana, including primary and junior high schools. Schools have been instructed to stop administering externally developed assessment items or tasks unless they have first been vetted and approved by NaCCA. This means that schools will no longer be allowed to use unapproved mock exams or assessment materials.
Unapproved Textbooks and Logo Use Also Targeted
NaCCA has also raised concerns over the unlawful use of its logo on some learning materials that have not been assessed or approved. Publishers have been warned to desist from producing and distributing such materials, which are deemed to be in contravention of the Council's regulations.
The use of unapproved textbooks and learning materials has been a long-standing issue in Ghanaian schools. These materials often lack the necessary educational standards and can lead to poor academic performance among students.
Reactions and Next Steps
The Ghanaian education sector has been left reeling in the wake of NaCCA's directive. Many schools and educators have expressed concerns over the implications of this move, with some questioning the feasibility of implementing such a directive.
However, NaCCA remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring that only approved learning materials are used in Ghanaian schools. The Council has stated that it will be working closely with schools and publishers to ensure compliance with its regulations.
The next few weeks will be crucial in determining the success of NaCCA's crackdown on unapproved materials. As schools begin to implement the directive, it remains to be seen whether the use of unapproved materials will come to an end.
Source: 3News
