ges promotions examinations practice questions 2

GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE 

2025 PROMOTIONS EXAMINATION

ONLINE QUESTIONS 

Exercise 02

1. The Salamanca Declaration was adopted in which year?

a) 1989

b) 1994

c) 2000

d) 1992

Answer: b) 1994

2. Where was the Salamanca Declaration on Inclusive Education adopted?

a) Paris, France

b) Salamanca, Spain

c) Geneva, Switzerland

d) Accra, Ghana

Answer: b) Salamanca, Spain

3. The main focus of the Salamanca Declaration is:

a) Higher education reform

b) Teacher salaries and welfare

c) Inclusive education for children with special needs

d) Curriculum development in science

Answer: c) Inclusive education for children with special needs

4. Which international organization convened the Salamanca World Conference on Special Needs Education?

a) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

b) World Health Organization (WHO)

c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

d) World Bank

Answer: c) UNESCO

5. The Salamanca Statement emphasizes that:

a) Children with special needs should be placed in separate schools

b) Inclusive schools are the most effective way to combat discrimination

c) Special needs education should be optional

d) Governments should spend less on inclusive education

Answer: b) Inclusive schools are the most effective way to combat discrimination

6. The Salamanca Declaration recognizes education as a:

a) Privilege

b) Fundamental human right

c) National policy option

d) Social service for the wealthy

Answer: b) Fundamental human right

7. According to the Salamanca Declaration, which group should be at the centre of educational planning?

a) Politicians

b) School inspectors

c) The child

d) Teachers’ unions

Answer: c) The child

8. The Salamanca Framework for Action calls on governments to:

a) Promote inclusive schools for all children

b) Restrict access to mainstream education

c) Abolish special education training

d) Focus only on higher education

Answer: a) Promote inclusive schools for all children

9. Which of the following is a principle of the Salamanca Declaration?

a) Exclusion of children with disabilities

b) Equal access to mainstream schools

c) Segregated education for all disabled children

d) Limiting opportunities for marginalized groups

Answer: b) Equal access to mainstream schools

10. How many representatives from governments and organizations endorsed the Salamanca Statement in 1994?

a) About 92 governments and 25 international organizations

b) 50 governments and 10 organizations

c) 100 governments only

d) 200 organizations only

Answer: a) About 92 governments and 25 international organizations

True/False Questions (5)

1. The Salamanca Declaration was adopted in 1994 in Spain. (True)

2. The Declaration encourages the segregation of children with disabilities. (False)

3. The Salamanca Statement promotes inclusive education as a means to achieve social equity. (True)

4. Only developed countries signed the Salamanca Declaration. (False)

5. The Salamanca Framework for Action emphasizes adapting schools to meet the needs of all learners. (True)

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (5)

1. The Salamanca Declaration was adopted in the city of __________ in 1994.

(Answer: Salamanca)

2. The international organization that spearheaded the Salamanca World Conference was __________.

(Answer: UNESCO)

3. The Declaration emphasizes that education is a __________ human right.

(Answer: fundamental)

4. According to the Salamanca Statement, __________ schools are the most effective means of combating discriminatory attitudes.

(Answer: inclusive)

5. About ______

____ governments and 25 international organizations endorsed the Salamanca Statement in 1994.

(Answer: 92)

What is the school management committee - ges promotions

In this discussion we shall take a look at 

👉 What is the SMC?

👉 What is its membership?

👉 What roles is it supposed to play?

What is SMC?

The SMC came into being as a result of the education reforms, which were initiated in Ghana in 1987. 

The SMC is the governing council of all basic schools in the community. 

Membership of the SMC

1. The District Director of Education or the representative, as an ex-officio member. 

2. the headteacher of the school(s).

3. one member appointed by the PTA.

4. one member appointed by the district assembly.

5. one member appointed by the town/village/unit committee.

6. a representative of the chiefs.

7. two members appointed by the teaching staff (one each from the primary and JHS)

8. one representative of the old students association.

9. a representative of any identifiable group in the community.

The term ex-officio means that his/her membership on the committee is by virtue his/her position. He/she takes active part in all discussions but does not vote to influence decisions at meetings. 

Functions of the SMC 

1. controlling the general policy of the school. 

2. presenting periodic reports to the director general of education through the district director of education.

3. ensuring that the premises of the schools are kept in a sanitary and structurally safe conditions and generally in a good state of repair.

4. submitting reports to the district assembly through the Assembly Member.

5. referring dismissal or suspension cases to the district director of education for action.

6. develop a yearly education action plan for the improvement of teaching and learning in the schools. 

7. vet and approve all expenditures on the projects of the school.

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GTEC Announce Vacancies in Colleges of Education - AminuWrites PLC

Consistent with its regulatory mandate to ensure effective and efficient running of tertiary education institutions in Ghana and in the absence of functioning Governing Councils of the Colleges of Education, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), in consultation with the Ministry of Education, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the POSITION OF COLLEGE PRINCIPAL for each of the underlisted public Colleges of Education:

1.    St. Louis College of Education, Kumasi, Ashanti Region
2.    Mampong Technical College of Education, Mampong - Ashanti, Ashanti Region

Key Responsibilities:
•    Provide strategic leadership and direction for the College.
•    Oversee academic, administrative, and financial operations.
•    Contribute to the development and implementation of quality teaching and learning programs.
•    Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including faculty, students, and the community.
•    Exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organizational skills and be above reproach.
•    Attract grants and funds for Research and Development activities for the College.
•    Uphold the College's reputation and standards of excellence in education.

Qualification and Experience:
The candidate must:
•    Be a distinguished Scholar and a master teacher
•    Have a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or equivalent qualification in the relevant area of specialization.
•    Be of a rank NOT below Associate Professor in a College of Education or in a university or any analogous institution.
•    At least 10 years of progressive experience in teaching and/or research, including at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role.
•    Have proven leadership skills and be a team player.
•    Have the ability to provide confidence as well as direct and motivate staff.
•    Possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills, capacity to manage and control crisis situations.
•    Be able to give sound and impartial judgement.
•    Must have proven ability to lead a team and manage resources effectively.
•    Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
•    Must have in-depth knowledge of the educational landscape and the vision of Ghana’s educational goals.

Terms of Appointment:
•    Must not be more than 55 years at the time of application.
•    Salaries and conditions of service are attractive and comparable to similar positions in Ghana.
•    The appointment shall be for an initial period of four (4) years and may be renewed for another term only.

Mode of Application
Applicants are to provide soft and hard copies of their application pack comprising:
1.    Letter of application (cover letter)
2.    Detailed Curriculum Vitae
3.    Three (3) recommendation letters from listed referees
4.    A Vision Statement of not more than two pages.

All Applications should be sent to:
The Chairman
Search Committee for the Appointment of Principal
C/o Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
P.O.Box MB 28
Accra

Soft copies (in scanned PDF) of the application letters and accompanying documents should be sent to postofprincipal@gtec.edu.gh
Applications should be submitted not later than 5:00pm on FRIDAY, 6TH JUNE, 2025.
NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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functions of the NTC - Aminuwrites PLC

To achieve the object of the Council, the Council shall

(a) Advise the Minister:
i. on matters relating to the professional standing and status of teachers; and
ii. on the education, development and employment of teachers;

(b) conduct examination for the licensing of persons who successfully complete teacher education programmes;

(c) issue license to persons who pass the examination conducted by the Council in accordance with paragraph (b);

(d) register teachers who satisfy the conditions for the issue of the appropriate license;

(e) keep and maintain a register of duly qualified teachers;

(f) develop code of ethics and professional practice for the teaching profession;

(g) accredit, in collaboration with relevant agencies, institutions offering teacher education and development programmes;

(h) subject to the approval by the Board, issue temporary certification to persons who without the requisite teacher education, desire to teach;

(i) revoke the license of or suspend a teacher after a case of professional misconduct is established and disciplinary procedures concluded;

(j) restore the license of a suspended teacher who has served the suspension and has been recommended for reinstatement;

(k) develop and promote continuing professional education in the teaching profession;

(l) establish standards for teacher education;

(m) exercise disciplinary powers over teachers

(n) suspend the license of a teacher undergoing disciplinary proceedings;

(o) provide a framework for the development of teacher education curriculum; and

(p) perform any other function incidental to the object of the Council

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NTC Organizes Mandatory Training For Newly Qualified Teachers - Aminuwrites PLC

Mandatory Induction training for New Qualified teachers undergoing National Service 

As part of integrating the Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) into the profession, the National Teaching Council is organisaing an  induction training for all NQTs

The training will equip the NQTs with what is expected of them during their National Service and recruitment as in-service teachers.

Attached are the scheduled dates and centres for the induction training.

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GES CAUTION AGAINST THE COLLECTION OF BECE REGISTRATION FEES - Aminuwrites

The Ghana Education Service has cautioned all Headteachers of Public Basic Schools in the country to desist from collecting BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (BECE) Registration Fees from parents. 

The statement advised all Heads of Schools who have taken such money to refund the money or desist from that act. Failure to comply would attract sanctions. The statement said.

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Things To Do In 2025 - Aminuwrites

 

I can guarantee you'll be a millionaire if you do this in the next 10 years...

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1. Move out of your hometown

Leave the typical norm you grew up in and seek new challenge.

You're a product of;

• What you've experienced

• Who you hang out with

• What you've been taught

If you do this, you'll expand your imagination when you;

• Meet new people

• Seek new challenge

• Experience new realities.

Change your location and you'll boost your personal growth 10x faster.

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2. Connect with high value people

Before you consider this, first priotitize your self-care;

• Dress clothes that fit

• Invest in your shoes

• Have a good hair cut

• Smell nice

Places to meet high value people:

• Attend conferences and seminars

• High edge bars

• At the gym

• Online

Where else?

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3. Work out 5x a week

Get concerned about your health. 

If you can't work out 5x a week, how can you expect to even be rich?

Set aside 40 mins a day to do this;

• Hit 300 push ups (30×10)

• Do 200 squats (20×10)

• Perform planks (1min × 2)

• Hit mountain climbers

In 6 months, you'll have formed chest, strong arms and legs.

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4. Learn a high income skill.

You don't have to complicate it, do this;

• Choose a skill

• Select 10-20 Youtube channel teaching the skill

• Binge watch it for 100 days

• Practice as you get better

I recommend these 5 skills.

Learn how to;

• Code

• Trade

• Copywriting

• Salesmanship 

• Grow a youtube channel

Fact: A skill is 10x more valuable than a degree

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5. Learn how to invest

Start by investing in yourself, you're your own first priority.

Do this;

• Eat healthy

• Invest in your bedding 

• Take yourself on a solo date

Then, invest in;

• Courses

• Mentorship

• Appreciating assets

• Open 15+ businesses

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