Supportive MTB MLE policy
Preliminary research
Realistic implementation plan
Supportive partnerships
Monitoring & evaluation
Essential components of successful MTB MLE programmes
Awareness raising & mobilization
Acceptable alphabets
Teacher recruitment & training
Reading & learning materials
Curriculum & instructional materials
The Booklet for Policy Makers and the Booklet for Implementers describe the activities related to each of the components in the diagram above. Community members who want to support MTB MLE for their children can use those booklets to learn more about the process of implementing strong programmes. The short sections below describe the parts of the programme that especially need support from the community.
Preliminary research
Before beginning an MTB MLE programme for their children, local leaders collect information from parents and other community members. These questions are especially important:
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What language( s) do small children in this community hear and use at home? What language( s) do they hear and use in the community?
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Are people proud of their language and culture and committed to passing it on to future generations?
•• Do people recognize a problem with the education provided by their local school?
•• Do they want to work together to improve the situation?
Booklet for Community Members
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