Training on EdTech Product Evaluation and Procurement for Schools
Course Overview
Many schools struggle with selecting effective educational technology due to diverse products, unclear quality standards, and limited alignment with learning outcomes. Poor procurement decisions waste resources and reduce educational impact.
This course equips participants with practical frameworks to evaluate, select, and procure EdTech products for schools. It integrates needs assessment, vendor evaluation, cost-benefit analysis, usability testing, compliance with standards, and sustainable procurement processes.
Participants will learn how to make evidence-based decisions that ensure technology investments enhance teaching, learning, and operational efficiency while supporting scalable and inclusive digital education strategies.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
• School administrators and leadership teams
• Government officials in education ministries and ICT departments
• TVET and higher education procurement officers
• Curriculum developers and instructional coordinators
• Nonprofit education program managers
• EdTech program evaluators
Course Impact
Individual Impact
• Ability to conduct evidence-based EdTech evaluations
• Stronger vendor and product assessment skills
• Practical tools for cost-benefit and impact analysis
• Improved decision-making in procurement processes
• Enhanced understanding of technology standards and compliance
Organizational Impact
• More effective and scalable EdTech implementation
• Improved teaching and learning outcomes
• Optimized resource allocation
• Stronger accountability and transparency
• Sustainable technology adoption in schools
Course Objectives
By the end of the course participants will be able to
• Conduct needs assessments for EdTech in schools
• Develop evaluation frameworks and criteria
• Assess usability, pedagogy alignment, and technical quality
• Conduct cost-benefit and total cost of ownership analyses
• Manage procurement processes and vendor selection
• Establish monitoring and post-implementation review systems
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to EdTech Evaluation and Procurement
• Overview of EdTech in schools
• Common challenges in procurement
• Principles of evidence-based decision-making
• Stakeholder engagement in technology adoption
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Conduct a preliminary needs assessment for a school district
Module 2: Needs Assessment and Requirements Analysis
• Identifying pedagogical and operational needs
• Curriculum alignment considerations
• Learner and teacher requirements
• Technology readiness assessment
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Develop a comprehensive EdTech requirements checklist
Module 3: Evaluation Frameworks and Product Criteria
• Pedagogical effectiveness
• User experience and accessibility
• Technical quality and compatibility
• Data privacy and security standards
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Create a weighted evaluation matrix for EdTech products
Module 4: Cost-Benefit and Impact Analysis
• Total cost of ownership
• Budget constraints and financing models
• Expected learning outcomes and ROI
• Scaling and sustainability considerations
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Conduct a cost-benefit analysis for selected EdTech solutions
Module 5: Vendor Assessment and Selection
• Market research and vendor shortlisting
• Request for proposals (RFP) and evaluation processes
• Contract negotiation and service-level agreements
• References, pilot testing, and quality assurance
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Develop an RFP template and evaluation plan
Module 6: Usability Testing and Pilot Implementation
• Pilot testing frameworks
• Collecting feedback from teachers and students
• Iterative refinement of technology solutions
• Integration with existing systems
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Conduct a pilot test plan for a new EdTech tool
Module 7: Procurement Policies and Compliance
• National and institutional procurement policies
• Ethical and transparent procurement practices
• Regulatory and licensing requirements
• Documentation and reporting standards
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Draft a procurement compliance checklist
Module 8: Implementation and Change Management
• Deployment planning and teacher training
• Support structures and technical assistance
• Stakeholder communication strategies
• Managing resistance and adoption barriers
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Develop an EdTech implementation roadmap
Module 9: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement
• Usage analytics and adoption monitoring
• Measuring impact on learning outcomes
• Post-implementation review and feedback loops
• Continuous improvement cycles
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Design an EdTech post-implementation monitoring framework
Module 10: Scaling and Sustainable Procurement
• Institutionalization of procurement practices
• Partnerships with vendors and EdTech providers
• Budgeting for long-term technology maintenance
• Evidence-based decision-making for future investments
Practical Exercise or Case Study
• Develop a five-year EdTech procurement and sustainability plan
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
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- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
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Training Methodology
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Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
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