USAID Laos Read to Learn Basic Education Activity
ID: 356915Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Thailand USAID-Bangkok (USAID-THA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking feedback for the anticipated "Read to Learn Basic Education Activity" in Laos, aimed at enhancing foundational skills in literacy, math, and science for students in grades 3-5 over a five-year period. This Request for Information (RFI) invites organizations to provide insights on a draft Concept Note that addresses educational challenges in Laos, including low-quality primary education and teacher shortages, with objectives focused on improving instructional practices, developing inclusive teaching materials, and strengthening the local education system's capacity. The program is crucial for addressing the pressing educational needs in Laos and aims to promote community engagement and sustainability of improvements beyond project funding. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 15, 2024, and can contact Suthicha Chussananalin at schussananalin@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Suthicha Chussananalin Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
    (662) 257-3000
    schussananalin@usaid.gov
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    The USAID Laos Read to Learn Basic Education Activity seeks to enhance foundational skills in literacy, math, and science for students in grades 3-5 over a five-year period. This Request for Information (RFI) encourages organizations to provide feedback on a draft Concept Note addressing educational challenges in Laos, particularly the low quality of primary education and teacher shortages. Key objectives include improving instructional practices, developing inclusive teaching materials, and strengthening the local education system's capacity. Specific outcomes aim to enhance literacy curricula, increase teacher training on inclusive education strategies, and promote community engagement. The RFI outlines questions for stakeholders to ensure the proposed program responds effectively to local educational needs and explores strategies to sustain improvements beyond project funding. USAID emphasizes the importance of feedback for refining the program's approach and its alignment with inclusive and climate-resilient education initiatives. The response deadline for interested parties is November 15, 2024.
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