E-LEARNING FOR ALL “BRIDGING THE EDUCATIONAL GAP

CAUSED BY COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN UGANDA”

PLAN
INTERNATIONAL
UGANDA
ADDRESS
NECA HOUSE, KAMPALA
TEL: +256762510536
+ 2563123050000
EMAIL: Uganda.co@plan-international.org

WEBSITE: plan-international.org

DATE OF SUBMISSION: 20TH OCTOBER 2023

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TABLE OF CONTENT

CONTENTS
SECTION 2.....................................................................................................................................................................2
Table of content..........................................................................................................................................................2
SECTION 3.....................................................................................................................................................................3
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY........................................................................................................................................3
SECTION 4.....................................................................................................................................................................4
PROBLEM STATEMENT:.......................................................................................................................................4
SECTION 5.....................................................................................................................................................................5
5.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................................................5
5.1 GOAL...............................................................................................................................................................5
5.2 OBJECTIVE....................................................................................................................................................5
5.3 PROJECT ACTIVITIES:.................................................................................................................................5
5.4 RESULT..........................................................................................................................................................6
5.5 PROJECT TIMELINES...................................................................................................................................7
TABLE 1................................................................................................................................................................7
5.6 MONITORING AND EVALUATION...........................................................................................................8
5.6.1 LOG FRAME................................................................................................................................................8
TABLE 2:...................................................................................................................................................................9
5.7 RISK AND ASSUMPTION:.........................................................................................................................10
5.8 RISK ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS......................................................................................................11
5.9 RISK MITIGATION:....................................................................................................................................11
5.10 SUSTAINABILITY:....................................................................................................................................11
Section 6:......................................................................................................................................................................12
BUDGET..................................................................................................................................................................12
TABLE 3..............................................................................................................................................................12
SECTION 7...................................................................................................................................................................13
7.2 Introduction....................................................................................................................................................14
7.3 Mission...........................................................................................................................................................14
7.4 Aim.................................................................................................................................................................14
7.5 Organization's Objectives..............................................................................................................................14
7.6 Our key priority..............................................................................................................................................14

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The global outbreak of covid-19 pandemic has greatly disrupted education systems forcing learners and
some school to shift to virtual learning to curb the spread of the pandemic. While the pandemic has
caused a drastic shift to digital learning spaces for most urban and children from well-to-do families, it
has excluded he majority especially those learners from rural areas, without access to electricity and the
internet. In Uganda the covid-19 pandemic saw more than 73,200 schools and institutions closing forcing
over 15 million learners to stay home in 2020 and 2021. The heart of this issue is a stark contrast
between students who possess the necessary tools for effective e-learning and those who do not.
Access to devices, reliable internet connectivity, user-friendly e-learning platforms, and effective
instructional strategies is grossly unequal. As a result, educational disparities have been
magnified, impacting students' academic performance, emotional well-being, and future
prospects. Vulnerable students, particularly those from underserved communities, face the brunt
of this divide. They often lack access to digital infrastructure and are burdened by socio-
economic barriers, intensifying the educational gap.

The project "E-Learning for All," takes a comprehensive approach to address this multifaceted
challenge with the identified four core strategies which includes Access provision which will
ensure that students in underserved communities have access to the necessary devices and
reliable internet connectivity. This step aims to remove the initial barriers that hinder
participation in e-learning, User-friendly e-learning platforms though develop and implement
intuitive, user-friendly e-learning platforms that cater to various learning styles and capabilities.
This approach will make online education accessible and engaging for all students, teacher’s
training that will empower teachers with the training and resources required to deliver effective
and engaging online instruction. This effort enhances the quality of e-learning by ensuring that
educators can effectively teach in a digital environment. Tailored educational content: Our
project will produce educational content specifically designed to meet the unique needs of
diverse learners. This approach empowers students to thrive academically, regardless of their
background or learning style.

Our project stands out unique due to its holistic approach to the e-learning gaps existing
between well to do family and the poor. By addressing access, usability, educator preparedness,
and tailored content simultaneously, we offer a solution that targets the root causes of the
educational gap. This holistic strategy ensures that no student is left behind in the transition to e-
learning. The project is estimated to be successfully operated on a budget of $184,000 generated
from both the donors and other government agencies who are willing to support the programs

Our team is uniquely suited to carry out this project. With the diverse set of skills, including
educational expertise, technical ability, and community outreach experience. Moreover, we have
established partnerships with local educational institutions and technology providers, allowing us
to leverage resources and support networks effectively. Our commitment to addressing the
educational gaps goes beyond a desire to make a difference; it is backed by our experience,
expertise, and a deep understanding of the communities we aim to serve.

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PROBLEM STATEMENT:

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated a rapid shift to e-learning due to the closure of
educational institutions. this transition has unveiled a profound educational divide marked by
unequal access to essential resources for effective e-learning, including devices, reliable internet,
user-friendly e-learning platforms, and effective instructional strategies.

This issue has been exacerbated by the pandemic and continues as e-learning remains a primary
mode of education in many regions. Immediate action is crucial to mitigate long-term
consequences.

such educational gaps have affected students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, with a
significant impact on vulnerable populations, including those with limited resources and
marginalized backgrounds.

While this is a global challenge, our project focuses on addressing the problem in a specifically
in Uganda where a critical need for intervention has been identified given the significant rates of
drop outs in the city and high level of poverty.

Ensuring equitable access to e-learning resources is not just about addressing a temporary crisis;
it is a matter of providing equal opportunities for personal growth, academic achievement, and
future success. Failing to address this problem perpetuates cycles of inequality, affecting the
most vulnerable students who are essential to building a brighter future for society. Our project,
"E-Learning for All," is founded on the belief that education is a fundamental right, and
everyone, regardless of their circumstances or backgrounds, should have access to quality
learning resources.

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5.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
5.1 GOAL

The primary goal of the project I to bridge the educational gap created covid-19 pandemic btu
ensuring equitable access to quality e-learning resources for all students, regardless of the socio-
economic background.

5.2 OBJECTIVE

 Access provision: to provide devices and internet connectivity to underserved

communities, ensuring that all students have the tools needed for effective e-learning
 User friendly e-learning platforms: to develop and implement user-friendly online
learning facilities that caters to diverse learning styles and capabilities.
 Educator training. To empower educators with training and more resources required to
diverse learning and engaging online instruction.
 Tailored educational content: to create educational content specifically designed to meet
the unique needs of diverse learners

5.3 PROJECT ACTIVITIES:

1. Needs assessment (month 1-2)

 Conduct surveys and interviews to identify communities and students in need

 Assess existing infrastructure and technology gaps

2. Access provision (month 3-6)

 Procure devices like laptops, tablets and establish wi-fi access points in
identified underserve communities.
 Distribute devices to student in need, prioritizing marginalized and
vulnerable population.

3. User-friendly e-learning platforms (month 7-10)

 Collaborate with tech partners to develop intuitive e-learning platforms.

 Test and refine the platforms for usability and accessibility.

4. Educator training (month 11-14)

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  Develop training programs and resources for educators to effectively teach
online
 Conduct training sessions for educators to enhance their e-teaching skills.

5. Tailored educational content (month 15-18)

 Develop curriculum materials and resources that are adaptable to various

learning styles.
 Creating content for specific subject areas and age group.
5.4 PROJECT RESULT

 Students in rural communities have access to computers, tablets, phones,

and reliable interest connectivity.
 Intuitive online learning platforms for training to succeed are accessible to
all student
 Teachers are trained and equipped to deliver effective and efficient online
instruction to support student’s success.
 Educational content tailored to diverse learners is available to ensure that
needs and preference are catered for different learner.
 A significant reduction in the educational gap created by the pandemic
between the poor and the rich.

5.5 PROJECT TIMELINES

The project timeline is designed to designates the time frames and specific periods in which each activity
will be carryout summarizing the estimated project durations.

TABLE 1

ACTIVITIES DURATIONS

 Needs assessment: project teams carry month 1-2

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 out surveys and outreach activities

 Access provision to devices like month 3-6

computers, and Wi-Fi services

 Creating, testing and implementation month 7-10

of intuitive E-learning platform.

 Educator training i.e. training month 11-14

workshops with teachers in most
affected districts in Uganda

 Tailored educational content i.e. month 15-18

assessing learners needs, adapting
training content and adjusting training
delivery

 Project duration: 18months for project completion

5.6 MONITORING AND EVALUATION

For the success of the projects baseline data collections on the initial states of access to the
devices, internet connectivity, technological and educational training of the teachers, usage of
online learning platforms with ongoing monitoring through regular data collection on devices
distribution, feedback for the use of e-learning platforms for students and teachers, checking on
the performance and training levels of teachers and also analysis on each objectives and adjust
activities based on resource availability. The project team will carry out the evaluation of the
data collected with external evaluator carry out the mid and long team evaluation of the project

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5.6.1 LOG FRAME:
The logical frame work will be used to help both the project managers, project team, and the
donors to guide in how the project activities, assumptions and risk, means of verifications,
objective verifiable indicators in relation to the goal, objectives and the outcome of the project as
illustrated in table 2 below
TABLE 2:
Objective summary
Overall To bridge the educational gap
objectives caused by the COVID-19
pandemic by ensuring equitable
access to quality e-learning
resources for all students,
regardless of their socio-
economic backgrounds
Purpose To reduce the educational gaps
by supporting and offering
accessible inclusive and
innovative online learning
solutions, enabling everyone to
acquire knowledges and skills
regardless of locations and
background hence unlocking
their full potential and dreams
for there life
Results 1.Students in underserved
communities have access to
devices and internet
connectivity
Objective verifiable
indicators
1.Students having access to
online learning devices like
computers, phones
2. reliable internet
connections
3. intuitive learning
platforms
4. improve teacher’s
performance on provision of
online lectures
Increase enrollment and
course attendance rates
among the poor
communities and regions,
Demonstrating improved
access to educational
resources.
1.Increasing use of
computers, phones, tablets
and internet connectivity for
both students and teachers.
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Means of verification Important assumptions
1)Data collection from the
schools and students
2) records for the ministry
of education and sports
statistics
3) feedbacks for online
usage by students
4) case studies
1.Data collection for Students and teachers
enrollment history have access to digital
2.class attendance rates devices like computers,
3. surveys by the project internets, smartphones
teams and tablets
- Data Collection and Possible lack of
Surveys on distribution and computers, phones and
usages of digital devices internet connection
and internet
 2. intuitive e-learning platforms 2. Usage metrics and Regular collection of data literacy on usage and
are accessible to all students. feedback on the user- on platform usage and user functionality of e-
friendly e-learning feedback. learning platforms by
platforms. student

3. teachers are trained and
equipped to deliver effective
online instruction.
4. Educational content tailored
too diverse
3.rates of training and assess
for e-teaching skills
improvement
4. - Quantity and quality of
educational content created
and used by students.
evaluations of teachers Unskilled teachers with
training and performance limited resources for
levels online teaching
Regular checks ups on Poor method of
student’s performances and delivering knowledge
skills development and skills to learners

Activities 1.Digital device distributions
like computers, phones and
tablets
2. organizing training
workshops for teachers
3. creating awareness for the
online platforms
4. creating, testing and
implanting new online learning
platforms
1.Stuff working 24/7 . High commitment for
2.Equipments to aids the stuffs and support stuff
running of the projects . cooperation with both
3.printing and publishing students and teachers in
4. other cost like the institutions
Video advertising . planned distribution of
workloads

5.6.2 IMPORTANT OF LOG FRAME

The following are the relevance of log frame in project management and planning

It helps project managers to define clear and specific objectives which are essential for project
success’

It ensures that the fundamental questions are asked and weakness are analysis which enable
decision makers and policy makers to base on the relevant information and criteria.

Log frame work also ensures proper alignment between project activities, output, outcomes, and
goals. This encourage the achievement of intended outputs

It also provides a visual and concise ways to communicate comparative and comprehensive
project details between government and donor agencies and make it easier to undertake both
sectoral and comparative studies.

Log framework also provide a standardized procedure for managers and administrators for
collecting and analysis of information.

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It also helps in risk management, log frame can be used to identify potential risk, uncertainty and
assumptions, allowing project managers to develop, mitigation strategies.

It also ensures proper allocation of resources by clarifying what activities and required resources
to achieve project goals and resources are needed for each activity.

Log frames act as a tool for promoting learning and adapting as the teams can reflect on what is
working and what requires adjustments based on the log frame indicators.

It also facilitates common understanding and better communication between decision makers,
managers, and other parties involved in the project.

Guides systematic and logical analysis of the inter-related key element which constitutes a well-
designed project.

Log frame also provides a better basis for systematic monitoring and analysis of the output of the
project

5.7 RISK AND ASSUMPTION:

Assumption:
 Sufficient and timely funding provided for the project.
 Political and security remains the same.
 No mega-disaster occurs during the implementation period.
 Price of the computer equipment and internet installations does not exceed the budget
ceiling.

5.8 RISK ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS

 Technological challenges or delays in the distribution of devices and training.

 Mega-disaster occurs during the implementation period.
 Prices of the computer equipment and internet installations sharply increased (due to
other reasons) to exceed the project budget.
 Political instability within the country delaying project activation and implementation
 insufficient and late funding provided for the project, which may cause legal action by
the community against the group.

5.9 RISK MITIGATION:

 Timely and proactive problem-solving, proper planning.

 Cooperation with key stakeholders with the government agencies and other bodies for
proper implementation.

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  Exploring cheaper and reliable suppliers for the computer equipment and installation of
internet.

5.10 SUSTAINABILITY:
Based on the group’s experience for implementing community-based disaster
preparedness projects and educational reforms projects in the past 5 years, the group
members have improved its project management skills and knowledges through attending
seminars, international training and exchange visits with other NGOS and government
agencies like minister of education and sports. The project has further been supported by
other groups and evaluation by project managers of different donors
Our vision for the project is to create an enduring and transformative impact of
education not just in Uganda but worldwide, we are committed to sustainability
financially thought innovative revenue models and diversified funding sources, ensuring
our ability to provide accessible, high-quality education for generations to come. We
shall continue to adapt collaborate, and grow, driven by our mission to break down
barriers and empower learners as well as educational institutions globally regardless of
their socio-economic background or situations

SECTION 6:
BUDGET

The professional project team with consultation for the senior principle accountant and other junior
financials officers sat down and estimated the appropriate budget baseline on the project goals and
specific objective to ensure proper management and tracking of the project. The key sources for the
budget financing will be solicited though donors like ministry of education and sports, USAID,
government of Australia and other agencies. Table 3 shows the estimated budget baseline

TABLE 3
Category
Personnel and stuff
Materials and equipment
Technology development
Community engagement
Training and capacity
Descriptions Estimated amount (USD)
Project manager, $65000
educator trainers and
support stuff
Laptops, tablets, $67000
internet connectivity
Online learning tools $30000
development, content
creation tools
Outreach, awareness $5000
drives, consultations
Educator training $10000
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 building programs and regular
reviews on
performances
Monitoring and evaluation Constant survey, $7000
internal and external
evaluators
Total budget $184,000

SECTION 7
ORGANISATION PROFILE

7.1 Organization Information

Information of the Applicant

Name PLAN INTERNATIONAL

Address NECA house, plot 2, Bandali rise, Kampala.

Country Uganda

Legal Status Non-Government and non-profit Organization

Registration Details Registered office of the administrative officer

Website WWW.plan-international.org

Tel +256762510536
FAX: + 2563123050000
Office Email Uganda.co@plan-international.org
address
Contact Person Mr. PHOEBE KASOGA -COUNTRY DIRECTOR

Email address Phoebekasoga21@gmail.com

Alternate Contact Mr. ONEN PATRICK- ASSISTANT COUNTRY DIRECTOR

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Email address Onenpatrick34@gmail.com

7.2 INTRODUCTION

Founded in 2020, plan international Uganda is a development and humanitarian organization that
advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We strive for a just world together with children, youth,
our supporters and partners.

7.3 MISSION
To ensure children and youth especially girls, reach their full potential in the communities that promote
their rights and gender equality

7.4 AIM
Our main aim is to strive to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and youth,
young people, and to secure equality for girls.

7.5 ORGANIZATION'S OBJECTIVES

The main objective is to contribute young generation professional development, implementation and scale
up of evidence-based and cost-effective intervention in young professional and social sector. The specific
objectives are:

• To give young children the best possible start in life through early childhood care and primary
education.
• To keep children safe from all forms of abuse
• To support young people to learn and create good jobs
• Response to disasters and the influx of refugees into the country

7.6 OUR KEY PRIORITY

Plan international is an independent, non-profitable nongovernmental organization (NGOs). It is mainly

concerned with implementing non-profitable social work in the field of youth and economic development.

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We focus on providing opportunities and involvement of young generation and development of
professionalism for creativity, community enhancement and development and prosperity ensuring equal
rights especially for girls in our community.

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