Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Kiwix4School Phase 2 Program (ID: 22801252)

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Applicant Details

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Pellagia Njau

Organization

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Main Proposal

1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.

Kiwix4School Phase 2 Program

2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.

2024-12-01 - 2024-12-31

4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)

Tanzania

5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)

Not applicable

6. What is the change you are trying to bring? What are the main challenges or problems you are trying to solve? Describe this change or challenges, as well as main approaches to achieve it. (required)

The Kiwix4Schools program introduced the Kiwix Offline tool as a solution to bridge the digital divide in schools located in parts of Tanzania, where access to internet services is limited. By offering an offline repository of learning materials, Kiwix allows students and educators to access critical online resources without the need for an active internet connection. This initiative aims to enhance educational opportunities and provide valuable learning tools to institutions that would otherwise face challenges in incorporating technology into their curriculum. Statistics from the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TRA, 2017) reveal that only 40% of the Tanzanian population has access to and uses the Internet . The lack of widespread internet coverage, coupled with issues of accessibility and the high cost of connectivity, has severely impacted educational institutions across the country. Many schools are unable to leverage online resources for academic purposes, restricting students from conducting independent research and accessing alternative study materials. This lack of access to supplementary educational resources has hindered students' academic progress and limited their ability to fully explore broader learning opportunities. To address the challenges of limited internet access and restricted academic resources, the Kiwix4Schools Wikipedia Pilot Project was conducted in Kisutu Girls Secondary School, Jangwani High School, and Nala Secondary School in Tanzania(https://meta.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Kiwix_Tanzania).

The objective of the study was to determine how Wikimedia learning resources could enhance students' academic performance.

Before the project rollout, only 20% of respondents had heard of Wikipedia, and a mere 6.5% had used any of Wikipedia's platforms, highlighting a significant digital knowledge gap. The pilot study revealed that students found Wikipedia to be more informative, easier to navigate, time-saving, and less expensive compared to traditional learning materials. This feedback emphasized the potential of Wikipedia as an accessible, valuable educational tool for students, especially in regions with limited internet connectivity. To overcome the challenges posed by limited internet penetration, which prevents many students from accessing Wikipedia, the Kiwix4Schools program will be expanded to high schools in rural areas across Tanzania. This initiative aims to provide students with offline access to Wikipedia content, ensuring that educational resources are available even in regions with poor internet connectivity. By extending the program, Kiwix4Schools seeks to empower students with the tools they need to enhance their learning experiences, conduct independent research, and access a wealth of knowledge without reliance on internet access.

7. What are the planned activities? (required) Please provide a list of main activities. You can also add a link to the public page for your project where details about your project can be found. Alternatively, you can upload a timeline document. When the activities include partnerships, include details about your partners and planned partnerships.

Community Engagement and Awareness: Organize awareness campaigns in rural schools to introduce the Kiwix4Schools program. Engage local communities, teachers, and educational stakeholders to explain the importance of Kiwix for offline learning. In-person training Sessions: Provide training for teachers and students on how to use Kiwix to access offline Wikipedia and other educational resources. Train school staff on maintaining and troubleshooting Kiwix devices. Monitoring and Support: Regular follow-up visits to monitor the program's progress, gather feedback, and address any challenges. Offer ongoing support for schools using Kiwix, including updates and additional training if needed.

Evaluation and Reporting: Conduct periodic evaluations to measure the program’s impact on students’ learning outcomes. Prepare reports on the success, challenges, and future improvements of the program.

8. Describe your team. Please provide their roles, Wikimedia Usernames and other details. (required) Include more details of the team, including their roles, usernames, Wikimedia group, and whether they are salaried, volunteers, consultants/contractors, etc. Team members involved in the grant application need to be aware of their involvement in the project.

User:Pellagia Njau: Project lead, and a Wikimedian from Tanzania, who joined Wikipedia in 2017 as a Swahili editor.She participated in organizing different campaigns across Tanzania, including WikiForHuman Rights,Shesaid Campaign,Wikiloves Women,1Lib1Ref, Wiki Loves Africa, and Wiki Loves Monuments.She is also a Certified Kiwix trainer.

User:Husseyn Issa: Kiwi4school Certified Trainer,with technical skills to support installation of the Kiwix Software and workshop Facilitator.

User: Killy95- he has been an active Wikimedian for the past 5 years with editing and organizing skills in the Wikimedia movement. He participated in different Campaigns such as WikiForHuman Rights,1Lib1ref, WikiLoves Africa, Wikiloves Women, Arts and Feminism Campaign also Kiwix4Schools project. He is also a mechanical engineer with certified skills in water management.

9. Who are the target participants and from which community? How will you engage participants before and during the activities? How will you follow up with participants after the activities? (required)

This project targets a diverse group of participants to ensure its success and sustainability. The primary participants are students from secondary schools, particularly those in rural areas with limited access to the internet and educational materials. Teachers are also key participants, as they will use offline resources from Kiwix to enhance their lessons and improve the learning experience. School administrators, including headteachers and principals, play an important role in overseeing the integration of Kiwix into the curriculum. Lastly, technology partners, such as local IT professionals or volunteers, provide the necessary technical support for setting up and maintaining Kiwix devices in schools. By involving these groups, the program aims to create a supportive ecosystem for improving education in rural Tanzania.

10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)

No

10.1. Please provide a link to your Youth Safety Policy. (required) If the proposal indicates direct contact with children or youth, you are required to outline compliance with international and local laws for working with children and youth, and provide a youth safety policy aligned with these laws. Read more here.

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11. How did you discuss the idea of your project with your community members and/or any relevant groups? Please describe steps taken and provide links to any on-wiki community discussion(s) about the proposal. (required) You need to inform the community and/or group, discuss the project with them, and involve them in planning this proposal. You also need to align the activities with other projects happening in the planned area of implementation to ensure collaboration within the community.

I have informed my community about this project through WhatsApp and Telegram groups. Also Conducted pilot demonstrations in schools, showcasing how Kiwix works and its benefits. Teachers, students, and school staff find it crucial to implement for future access their educational resources like Wikipedia, Khan Academy, and other relevant content offline.

12. Does your proposal aim to work to bridge any of the content knowledge gaps (Knowledge Inequity)? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)

Geography

13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)

Education

14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)

Geographic

15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)

Innovate in Free Knowledge

Learning and metrics

17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)

1.How will students in rural areas access and navigate educational content without internet access using Kiwix? 2.How will the use of Kiwix impact students’ academic performance, critical thinking, and overall learning outcomes? 3.How will teachers and the broader school community utilize Kiwix as an educational tool, and how will it enhance teaching methods and knowledge-sharing? 4.What strategies can help schools sustain the use of Kiwix, and does it promote self-directed learning and local knowledge creation over time? 5.What are the long-term sustainability and scalability prospects for Kiwix in rural schools, and how can it be expanded to reach more communities while maintaining its effectiveness?

18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)

Number of participants, editors, and organizers
Other Metrics	Target	Optional description
Number of participants	150	Students from Rural Schools
Number of editors	30	Students will be trained on how to edit content after accessing Wikipedia offline
Number of organizers	4	Certified Kiwix trainers to train students

Number of content contributions to Wikimedia projects
Wikimedia project	Number of content created or improved
Wikipedia	50
Wikimedia Commons
Wikidata
Wiktionary	20
Wikisource
Wikimedia Incubator
Translatewiki
MediaWiki
Wikiquote
Wikivoyage
Wikibooks
Wikiversity
Wikinews
Wikispecies	20
Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia

Optional description for content contributions.

N/A

19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)

No

Main Open Metrics Data
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20. What tools would you use to measure each metrics? Please refer to the guide for a list of tools. You can also write that you are not sure and need support. (required)

Event Registration tool Dashboard Google form

Financial proposal

21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1URwjTWq391ISieUXwMDNMq2s36VTeQIeuLf14eyt9o0/edit?usp=sharing

22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)

12150000 TZS

22.2. Convert the amount requested into USD using the Oanda converter. This is done only to help you assess the USD equivalent of the requested amount. Your request should be between 500 - 5,000 USD.

4444.87 USD

We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.

Yes

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