The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) has directed publishers, booksellers, schools and other stakeholders to ensure that only approved learning materials are used in Ghana’s pre-tertiary schools.
In a public notice issued on Monday, July 6, the Council reminded stakeholders that, under the Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020 (Act 1023), it is the sole statutory authority mandated to assess, approve and recommend learning materials for use in pre-tertiary schools.
NaCCA stated that all learning materials intended for use in schools must undergo its assessment and approval process before they are published, marketed, distributed or used by any educational institution.
According to the Council, every approved learning material carries an official NaCCA Approval QR Code, which enables users to verify its authenticity and approval status.
It therefore urged publishers, schools, booksellers, retailers and the general public to verify the QR code before publishing, purchasing, stocking, distributing or using any learning material.
NaCCA also raised concerns over the unauthorised use of its logo on some learning materials that have not gone through its assessment and approval processes.
The Council described the practice as misleading and unlawful, warning that it undermines its regulatory mandate.
It has consequently directed publishers and individuals involved in such practices to immediately stop using NaCCA’s name, logo, insignia or any representation suggesting that unapproved learning materials have received its endorsement.
NaCCA warned that failure to comply with the directive would attract appropriate regulatory and legal action.
The Council reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the quality, integrity and standards of pre-tertiary education by ensuring that only duly approved learning materials are procured and used in schools.
