Issue identification: Teacher Professional Development (TPD) for Pre-Service and In-service using ICT infrastructure in TTCs?

Proposed Roadmap for TPD in Tanzania ICT-TPD Framework ICT-TPD Matrix ICT-TPD Implementation Plan

ICT –TPD Vision The vision statement looks to the future and is written in broad terms. This will form the basis of the ICT-TPD framework and thus needs be thought out carefully. How will the framework fit within other national policies and reforms in progress?  The vision should be strong and shared  Aligned to the overall National Visions (Vision 2025; for ICT Development, in Education)

Tools to Assist in Developing the ICT-TPD Vision Vision 2025 – The National Development of the Government of Tanzania The National Education Plans The National ICT in Education Policy Country Programme Analysis - Tanzania ICT-TPD Matrix This matrix toolkit provides guidelines and a progression development path for national institutions and schools Models for Teacher Professional Development This document presents examples of models and best practices in Teacher Professional Development (TPD) for ICT in Education

Vision 2025 Tanzania would brace itself to attain creativity, innovativeness and a high level of quality education in order to respond to development challenges and effectively compete regionally and internationally, cognizant of the reality that competitive leadership in the 21st century will hinge on the level and quality of education and knowledge. The education system must instill a science and technology culture from its lowest levels, giving a high standard of education to all children between the age of 6 to 15. Basic sciences and mathematics must be accorded significant importance in keeping with the demands of the modern technological age Science and technology education and awareness of its applications should permeate the whole society through continuous learning Creation of a well educated nation, equipped with the knowledge needed to competently and competitively function in the 21 st Century a learning society creativity and innovation

Suggestions for a framework outline Rationale/Purpose of Framework Vision Goal(s) Objectives Pre-conditions/Critical assumptions Programmes, Activities and Strategies Resource requirements Expected Outcomes M&E mechanisms Recommended next steps –Principles underpinning the framework (coordination, accountability, sustainability, consultation)