Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana Urges NTC to Re-evaluate Pass Mark for the GTLE

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The Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has expressed deep concerns regarding the decision made by the National Teaching Council (NTC) to raise the pass mark for the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) from 50% to 70%.

This sudden increase in the pass mark has raised alarm bells within the education community, prompting the leadership of TTAG to take immediate action and advocate for a resolution.

In an official statement released on July 11th, 2023, the leadership of TTAG issued an appeal to the Honorable Minister for Education and other relevant stakeholders to intervene in the matter and initiate a dialogue with the NTC.

The primary objective of this dialogue would be to discuss the possibility of revisiting the decision to raise the pass mark for the GTLE.

The leadership of TTAG firmly believes that this significant increase in the pass mark has the potential to adversely affect the future career prospects of teacher trainees in Ghana.

By raising the bar to such a high level, many competent and deserving individuals may be at risk of failing the examination and subsequently jeopardizing their chances of securing employment as qualified teachers.

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Moreover, TTAG argues that the sudden implementation of this drastic change without adequate consultation or notice has placed an unnecessary burden on teacher trainees across the country.

The association emphasizes the need for fair and transparent evaluation processes that accurately reflect the skills and knowledge acquired during the rigorous training programs.

Additionally, TTAG acknowledges the importance of maintaining high standards in the teaching profession and ensuring that educators meet the necessary qualifications.

However, they believe that the sudden increase in the pass mark for the GTLE is a disproportionate measure that may impede the development of competent teachers and have negative implications for the education sector as a whole.

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In light of these concerns, TTAG urges the Ministry of Education and other relevant stakeholders to engage in a constructive dialogue with the NTC.

The association believes that a collaborative approach will foster understanding and allow for the exploration of alternative solutions that balance the need for high standards while considering the challenges faced by teacher trainees.

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