DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 4 -- ENSURING that every child acquires the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic by the time they reach Standard Three remains a critical priority for Tanzanias education sector.

As the country implements the Strategic Framework for Foundational Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic, education stakeholders say effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) is central to achieving the intended outcomes and sustaining long-term learning gains.

The implementation of the Strategic Framework for Foundational Reading, Writing and Arithmetic requires a systematic, evidence-based approach to tracking progress, assessing performance and guiding decision-making.

Monitoring and Evaluation provide the necessary structure t...