The government of Osun state on Tuesday commenced the
distribution of free computer tablets otherwise known as ‘Opon Imo’
(tablet of knowledge) to students in the state’s Senior Secondary
Schools.
The distribution kicked off at Ataoja School of
Science in Osogbo, the state capital, where about 387 students in SS 2
were given the mobile device.
The ‘Opon Imo’ contains apps such
e-book library, integrated test zone and 17 virtual classroom subjects
to enhance e-learning for the students.
The tablet with its
technology enhanced learning platform is expected to complement efforts
of the teachers and students for better performance in learning and
teaching.
Opon Imo also contains past questions and additional
traditional subjects, as well as the West African Examination Council
(WAEC) and National Examination Council (NECO) syllabuses.
Speaking
to Channels Television, elated students and teachers admitted that the
Opon Imo will go a long way in preparing the students for external
examinations.
The government has said the learning device would be given to students in SS 1 to SS 3 in all its secondary schools.

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