Tech Valley

Google for Education
Center of Excellence

Transforming Education in Pakistan

The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Google for Education, Tech Valley Pakistan, and Allied are proud to launch the Google for Education Center of Excellence at an IMCG Girls' school in Islamabad. This initiative empowers Pakistani educators and students with advanced digital literacy tools.

Bridging the Digital Divide, Empowering Educators and Students

The Google for Education Center of Excellence is designed to be a central hub for Google for Education for Education training in Pakistan. Here’s how it will transform.

Educators

Comprehensive Workshops: Teachers will receive in-depth training on leveraging Google for Education Classroom, Chromebooks, and other tools to enhance their teaching methodology. Learn how to:

  • Create engaging and interactive lessons.
  • Foster collaboration and communication among students.
  • Provide personalized learning experiences for diverse learners.
  • Utilize online assessment tools for efficient evaluation.

Professional Development: The GCOE will offer ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers, keeping them updated on the latest advancements in Google for Education for Education tools and best practices in teaching with technology.

Students

Interactive Learning: Students will benefit from engaging activities and lessons facilitated through Google for Education for Education tools like:

  • Google for Education Classroom: Streamlined platform for assignments, resources, and communication.
  • Google for Education Forms: Interactive quizzes and assessments.
  • Google for Education Docs & Slides: Collaborative document creation and presentations.
  • G Suite for Education: A suite of apps for creativity, communication, and collaboration

Enhanced Learning Outcomes:  The interactive and collaborative learning environment will foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy skills – essential for success in the 21st century.

Partnership

Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training

Provides policy support and facilitates nationwide scalability of the program, ensuring its impact reaches schools across Pakistan.

Google for Education

Delivers cutting-edge educational tools and resources through Google for Education for Education and Gemini Academy, a platform for self-paced teacher training modules.

Tech Valley Pakistan

Acts as the local project partner and enabler, leveraging their expertise in education technology and extensive network within the country. They will coordinate training programs, workshops, and provide ongoing operational support.

Allied

Contributes valuable expertise in chrome books and technical support ensuring smooth implementation and maintenance of the GCOE.

A Brighter Digital Future for Girls

The Google for Education Center of Excellence is not just about technology; it’s about empowering future generations with the skills needed to thrive in a digital world. By equipping girls with digital literacy and closing the digital divide, the Google for Education Center of Excellence aims to unlock their potential and create a more inclusive learning environment.

The launch of the Google for Education Center of Excellence marks a significant step towards transforming education in Pakistan. This collaboration sets a strong precedent for future initiatives and paves the way for a future where technology empowers both educators and students, fostering a more vibrant and tech-savvy learning landscape for girls across Pakistan.