Education via radio launched

By: Jeffrey C. Tiangco - People's Journal

THE Department of Education yesterday announced the launching of “Education for All Through Radio,” a program which seeks to build a network of institutions that will harness radio as an alternative means of education.

Education Secretary Jesli Lapus said EFAR will benefit a huge number of
out-of-school youth. He is optimistic the program will provide wider access to basic education.

According to the program’s proponent, the Foundation Information Technology Education and Development, EFAR will tap content providers, broadcasters, teaching institutions, technology providers, and development organizations in delivering education services to those who have special needs and with little or no access through the traditional system.

“The EFAR provides opportunities for out-of-school children and youth to gain basic education through radio-based instructions,” Lapus said.

Funded by the Coca-Cola Company, EFAR aims to develop curriculum-relevant radio content and enhance existing ones in the areas of Science, Mathematics, English as a second language, health and environment, among others.