La Forge, a Guinean organization, has officially launched two educational platforms, Deniyaa and Kharandi, designed to support students, parents, and schools in Guinea. These digital tools aim to provide educational resources from early childhood to professional orientation. The platforms were designed and developed in Guinea, with the goal of improving access to educational resources. Deniyaa and Kharandi offer a range of educational content, including audio lessons, stories, rhymes, videos, and educational games.
Deniyaa is designed for children aged 2 to 12 and features 573 lessons, 84 games, and over 3,100 educational cards. The platform's content can be downloaded via Wi-Fi and used offline, making it accessible in areas with limited internet connectivity. Deniyaa's content is designed to support early childhood education, with a focus on interactive and engaging learning experiences. The platform's development is part of La Forge's efforts to improve educational outcomes in Guinea.
Kharandi, on the other hand, is designed for students in grades 7 to 12 and offers 1,920 lessons, nearly 10,000 corrected exercises, and exam subjects. The platform also features an assistant, Karamö, which allows learners to ask questions and receive explanations on exercises. Kharandi's content is designed to support students' academic progression, with a focus on providing interactive and engaging learning experiences. The platform also offers features for parents and teachers, including access to student grades, attendance records, and a free space for teachers.
According to Makèmè Konaté, Director General of La Forge, the platforms respond to a need for educational support from a young age. She notes that children are often comfortable with phones and tablets, and that these tools can be used to support learning. Konaté emphasizes that Deniyaa and Kharandi are designed to be complementary, with Deniyaa supporting early childhood education and Kharandi supporting students' academic progression.
The platforms have been designed to be adaptable to local realities, with Deniyaa functioning offline and Kharandi able to be used with a weak internet connection. Annual subscriptions are set at 150,000 Guinean francs for Deniyaa and 45,000 Guinean francs for Kharandi. The platforms' developers believe that they can make a positive impact on educational outcomes in Guinea, particularly in areas with limited access to educational resources.
Joseph Pelikou Camara, Deputy Director of the National Civic Education Service, emphasizes the importance of using digital tools for educational purposes. He notes that the challenge is to ensure that phones and tablets are used rationally, for education, information, and personal development. Camara believes that Deniyaa and Kharandi can contribute to this objective, by providing interactive and engaging learning experiences.
The Minister of Communication, Digital Economy, and Innovation, Fana Soumah, believes that the platforms can help improve access to educational resources. He notes that they are not just technological solutions, but also reflect a commitment to giving every child, regardless of their background, an equal chance to succeed and thrive. Soumah emphasizes that Deniyaa and Kharandi are part of a broader effort to improve educational outcomes in Guinea, and that they have the potential to make a positive impact on the country's education sector.
Key points
- La Forge launches two educational platforms, Deniyaa and Kharandi, to support students, parents, and schools in Guinea.
- The platforms offer a range of educational content, including audio lessons, stories, rhymes, videos, and educational games.
- The platforms are designed to be adaptable to local realities, with Deniyaa functioning offline and Kharandi able to be used with a weak internet connection.
