CLEAN : Liberia education minister tackling system in decay

The video discusses Liberia's history of conflicts affecting its education system, leading to setbacks over 30 years. It highlights a partnership with Bridge International Academy aimed at improving education through a pilot program. Additionally, it covers reforms in teacher enrollment, including biometric registration, to address staffing shortages, especially in science and math subjects.

What has been a significant consequence of the conflicts in Liberia over the past 30 years?

• Increased foreign investment

• Targeting and killing of professionals in the education system

• Rapid technological advancement

• Improved educational infrastructure

What is the role of donors in the partnership with Bridge International Academy?

• They provide funds directly to the government

• They give money directly to Bridge International Academy

• They only support non-educational projects

• They have no involvement

What is one of the key reforms being implemented in Liberia's education system?

• Introduction of virtual classrooms

• Free education for all students

• Reduction of school hours

• Biometric enrollment of teachers

What happens to teachers who do not show up for biometric enrollment?

• They are considered 'ghosts' and removed from the payroll

• They receive a warning

• They are given a bonus

• They are transferred to another school

What is the current teacher shortage in Liberia's public school system?

• A shortage of 10,000 teachers

• A shortage of 4,000 teachers

• There is no shortage

• A surplus of 4,000 teachers