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Islamabad, Pakistan – 2nd November 2023: Tech Valley Pakistan, a
leading Google for Education Partner in Pakistan, has joined forces with the Private Education Institutes Regulatory Authority (PEIRA) to
provide extensive digital skills training to private school teachers
across the country. This collaboration marks a significant step towards
enhancing the capacity of the private education sector and fostering a
digitally literate teaching workforce.
The partnership was formalized through an MOU signing ceremony
held today in Islamabad, attended by representatives from PEIRA,
Tech Valley Pakistan, and Google for Education ANZ/PK. During the
ceremony, Paul Hutchings, Regional Head of Google for Education
ANZ/PK, emphasized the importance of empowering teachers with
digital tools to effectively navigate the evolving educational landscape.
Under the MOU, Tech Valley Pakistan will spearhead the training of
private school teachers on Google CS First and Be Internet Awesome,
two flagship programs under Google’s Digital Safar initiative. These
programs aim to introduce students to the fundamentals of computer
science and equip them with essential online safety skills.
“We are delighted to collaborate with PEIRA to empower private
school teachers with the digital skills they need to prepare students for the future,” stated Umar Farooq, CEO, Tech Valley Pakistan. “This initiative aligns perfectly with
our mission to transform education through technology and build a digitally empowered society.”
The training program will be conducted in phases, covering a wide range of topics, including:
Google CS First: Introducing teachers to the basics of computer science and computational thinking through engaging and hands-on activities.
Be Internet Awesome: Equipping teachers with the knowledge and resources to effectively teach online safety to their students.
The training program is expected to benefit thousands of private school teachers across Pakistan, enabling them to integrate digital tools into their teaching practices
and enhance the overall quality of education.
“Building a digitally competent teaching workforce is crucial for the growth and sustainability of the private education sector,” remarked Dr. Sayeda Zia Batool,
Chairperson, PEIRA. “This collaboration with Tech Valley Pakistan will significantly contribute to achieving this goal.”
The MOU signing ceremony marks a pivotal moment in the journey towards transforming the private education sector through digital empowerment. By equipping
teachers with the necessary skills and resources, Tech Valley Pakistan and PEIRA are paving the way for a future where technology plays a central role in shaping the
minds of the next generation.
