Unlocking every student’s potential through the Eduten project
Read how "100 vjetori" school in Kamza has embraced the platform
A few days ago, we visited “100 vjetori” elementary school in Kamza, a suburb of Tirana, where students are redefining how math is learned. Thanks to the Eduten platform, recently introduced by UNICEF, math has gone from intimidating to exciting. The math teacher, Fatbardha, explained how the program works and how it has sparked a new passion for learning among students. She has taught math for 13 years and calls Eduten a "game-changer." For her, it’s not just about teaching math; it’s about transforming how children engage with learning. She admits she was initially hesitant to use classroom technology, but now sees it as a necessary tool.
Take Egli, for example. He is a 10-year-old who has always enjoyed math but never imagined it could be this much fun. With Eduten’s game-based approach, he is not only learning faster but also enjoying every moment. He even practices at home. While he dreams of becoming a football player, his backup plan is to study architecture.
Then there is Gresi, also 10, who has found a new level of independence in her studies. She can now help her younger sibling with homework, and her parents no longer need to spend hours on it. But Gresi’s dream is to become a doctor. With her newfound confidence, she is well on her way.
The school director, Maide Uka, who has dedicated 30 years to education, is equally enthusiastic about the program. She sees Eduten as a way to make learning effective and enjoyable. However, she acknowledges the challenges: the need for more laptops (the school currently has only 16) and additional tech training for teachers to fully embrace this innovative approach.
The newly introduced platform Eduten is helping teachers realize the dream of making math simple and fun for every student at school. “As with anything new, there are challenges ahead, such as overcoming initial fears of technology and resource limitations. But the impact is undeniable-Eduten is building confidence, fostering a love of learning, and showing that education can be both innovative and inclusive,” says the school director.
Following the visit and observations of the children’s progress, Murat Sahin, UNICEF Representative, encouraged teachers to embrace innovation and learn from best practices around the world, noting:
“When we are open to new techniques, we unlock powerful solutions. By learning from what works globally and adapting it locally, we can transform classrooms. UNICEF remains committed to supporting the Ministry of Education, so every child has the tools they need to succeed.”
Implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Agency for Quality Assurance in Pre-University Education, the National Agency for Pre-University Education, and the UNICEF Global Learning Innovation Hub, this initiative is in line with the National Education Strategy 2021–2026, contributing to the advancement of digital competencies and inclusive practices in teaching.
