VOICED : In Kenya a digital classroom in a box

Children at Nairobi's Grace Academy are using tablets to learn subjects like math and English. The tablets, part of a digital classroom kit, offer stories, games, and interactive lessons. A Kenyan company provides the technology, aiming to make education accessible in remote areas. Despite a $5000 price tag, the designers believe it's affordable for schools. Kenya lags behind South Africa in tablet adoption, but efforts are underway to expand usage.

What subjects are the children at Nairobi's Lighthouse Grace Academy learning with tablets?

• Math and English

• Science and History

• Music and Physical Education

• Geography and Art

What is the KEOKE digital classroom?

• A traditional classroom setup

• A mobile app for students

• A digital classroom in a suitcase

• An online learning platform

How does the KEOKE digital classroom benefit teachers and students?

• It eliminates the need for teachers

• It reduces the need for textbooks

• It offers interactive stories and games

• It provides a distraction-free environment

What is a major concern regarding the implementation of this technology?

• Lack of interest from students

• High cost of $5000 per kit

• Insufficient internet bandwidth

• Limited availability of tablets

How does Kenya's adoption of digital learning tools compare to South Africa's?

• South Africa has not started yet

• Kenya lags behind South Africa

• Both countries are at the same level

• Kenya is ahead of South Africa