ADB Provides USD80 Million to Build Climate-Resistant School Buildings in Cambodia

• 4 November 2024
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD80 million loan aimed at enhancing secondary education in Cambodia by increasing the number of climate-resilient school buildings. This information was released in a press statement on October 31, 2024.

Currently, the high school enrollment rate in Cambodia is low, standing at only 35.5%. This is attributed to various factors, including insufficient school infrastructure and economic challenges that require boys, in particular, to contribute financially to their families.

Additionally, teachers in Cambodia need more training and support to develop the skills necessary to meet the needs of today’s students.

The loan will be invested in secondary education projects designed to bolster human capital competitiveness. This plan includes the construction of 400 new classrooms to alleviate overcrowding and expand access to quality high school education.

The initiative will also promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, preparing the future workforce with industry-specific skills, alongside the development of essential soft skills such as communication, collaboration, and critical thinking.

Furthermore, the project will enhance professional development for teachers, focusing on project-based teaching methods that incorporate teamwork, practical problem-solving, and community engagement.

There will also be a review and strengthening of the 12th-grade graduation exam to better assess the updated curriculum. Special refresher courses will be developed in key areas such as the digital economy and applied mathematics to cultivate skilled human resources.

For students with learning disabilities, the project will enhance support through the development of assistive technology and resources for special education schools.

According to Jyotsana Varman, the ADB Country Director for Cambodia, the project’s goal is to unlock the potential of Cambodia’s young population to foster future economic growth.

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