Using Technology to Support Inclusive Learning: A Pilot Program for Teachers in Burkina Faso

Significant progress has been made in fostering innovation and advancing educational accessibility in recent years. Accomplishments include the development of Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Guidelines, advocacy materials, and multilingual learning resources, which have enriched the global repository of educational materials.

During discussions, participants unanimously agreed that training on accessible content production should be extended to all teachers. Anecdotal evidence suggests that these efforts have had a significant impact on visually impaired students, providing them with real-time access to the same textbooks as their sighted peers.

Through the use of technology, teachers with disabilities in Burkina Faso are not only gaining essential digital skills but are also becoming catalysts for a more inclusive educational landscape. This aligns with the principles of the Recommendation on OER, which emphasizes equitable access to quality educational materials for all learners.

Looking ahead, the lessons learned in Burkina Faso should serve as inspiration for similar initiatives around the world, fostering a future where education transcends boundaries and is accessible to all.