1. Promote Localized Engagement: Empower communities to take ownership of EdTech advancements in their regions.

2. Address Regional Challenges: Develop solutions tailored to the unique needs of specific regions.

3. Encourage Regional Collaboration: Foster partnerships between local stakeholders, including educators, policymakers, and tech innovators.

4. Build a Grassroots Network: Expand the CoP’s reach and connect members across the country.

5. Empower Regional Leaders: Identify and support leaders within regional chapters to drive local initiatives.

Themes for Regional Chapters’ activities vary according to regional needs and priorities. Possible themes include:

• Improving Digital Infrastructure in Rural Areas.

• Promoting Digital Literacy in Underserved Communities.

• Addressing Language Barriers Through Technology.

• Enhancing Teacher Training Programs with Regional Focus.

• Developing Culturally Relevant Educational Content.

• Expanding Access to Remote Learning Solutions.

• Educators: Teachers and school leaders in urban, peri-urban, and rural areas.

• Tech Innovators: Local developers and startups working on education technology solutions.

• Policymakers: Regional decision-makers overseeing education and technology sectors.

• Students and Parents: Beneficiaries and stakeholders in the education system.

• Nonprofit Organizations: Groups focusing on regional educational initiatives.

• Community Leaders: Influential individuals driving development in their regions.

1. Leadership Teams: Each chapter is led by a team of local coordinators responsible for planning and executing activities.

2. Regular Meetings: Monthly or quarterly gatherings to discuss progress and plan initiatives.

3. Workshops and Seminars: Regional events to address specific themes or challenges.

4. Community Outreach: Engagement with local schools, communities, and stakeholders.

5. Collaboration Projects: Joint ventures with regional and national entities to implement scalable solutions.

6. Feedback Mechanisms: Channels for regional members to communicate needs and challenges to the national body.

• Mode: Hybrid format combining in-person meetings with online collaboration to ensure broad accessibility.

• Duration: Ongoing activities with regular events throughout the year.

• Venue: Community centers, schools, or local hubs for in-person activities.

• Resources: Training materials, funding support, and logistical assistance from the national CoP.

• Facilitators: Regional leaders and subject-matter experts.

1. Stronger regional representation within the Nigeria EdTech Community of Practice.

2. Tailored solutions addressing specific regional education challenges.

3. Increased capacity-building among local educators and stakeholders.

4. Enhanced collaboration and resource-sharing among regional members.

5. Greater awareness and participation in national CoP initiatives.

Regional Chapters are vital to the decentralized structure of the Nigeria EdTech Community of Practice, ensuring that voices from all parts of the country are represented and heard. By fostering localized engagement and empowering regional leaders, these chapters drive meaningful, region-specific impacts while strengthening the broader EdTech ecosystem.