The Ministry of Education has established a seven-member committee to investigate the poor performance of teachers in the licensure examination and recommend measures to address the issue.

The Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, explained that the committee’s focus includes ensuring that preparatory materials are provided to candidates and examining the alignment of the licensure exam with the National Teacher Standards and curriculum.

The committee will also assess the quality of students admitted to teacher education institutions and examine the selection process. Additionally, they will study global best practices and advise the minister based on their findings.

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has expressed support for the ministry’s initiative, stating that it is unacceptable to have a high number of teachers failing the examination.

Mr. Thomas Tanko Musah, the General Secretary of GNAT, emphasized the importance of discussing the committee’s report and taking appropriate action to address the issue.

The move follows the National Teaching Council’s revelation that approximately 83.5% of candidates failed the teacher licensure exams held in May 2023.

The NTC announced that those who failed would be given another opportunity to re-sit the exams, as the licensure examination is undergoing reform.

GNAT called for transparency in the committee’s work and stressed the significance of understanding the educational background and qualifications of those involved in the examination process.

Mr. Musah highlighted the seriousness of the situation and the need to address it effectively.