Jazz, Pakistan's leading digital services provider, is partnering with Pakistan's leading education technology company, Knowledge Platform (Private) Limited, to enable e-learning amidst the ongoing pandemic.
As part of the collaboration, Jazz has introduced a special 10 GB data package in just PKR 150, giving more than 270,000 students in 100 cities access to the e-learning portal and mobile applications on the knowledge platform throughout the month.
All prepaid Jazz customers registered with Knowledge Partners can use this data package by calling * 778 #. This collaboration is an initiative of Jazz Business, which has the largest and most comprehensive portfolio of B2B ICT services and currently serves 95 of the 100 largest companies on PSX.
While schools are creating virtual classrooms to continue their courses online after nationwide closings, students and parents are looking for a stable and affordable connectivity solution. Recognizing this as an urgent need.
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Jazz uses its mobile broadband solution to access some of the best online learning resources available on the Knowledge Platform portal and mobile applications, and to enable students to go beyond their school to learn and develop.
"Providing fast 4G services was our strength. Now we are trying to change our learning by adding the latest technology to our e-learning platform," said Syed Ali Naseer, Chief Business Officer at Jazz.
Talhah Khan, CEO of the Knowledge Platform, said, “The new standard in education requires a fundamental change in the way students are externally engaged through innovative educational products. Internet access and devices are a major challenge in Pakistan. We are delighted to take our first step in partnership with Jazz for affordable internet access. "
Jazz previously worked with the knowledge platform on their Jazz Smart School project - an intelligent learning solution for the traditional school system through a digital learning platform. The program is consistent with three SDG goals and Pakistan's 2025 vision as part of the Prime Minister's education reform program.