Stakeholders Evaluation of the Computerized Drivers Testing System in Ghana
Journal Title: International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 10
Abstract
The role of transportation in the socio-economic developments of a country cannot be underestimated. Despite the importance of transportation to socioeconomic development, driving regulations are frequently flouted by especially commercial drivers leading to high incidents of accidents and the concomitant loss of lives and properties. To improve safety on our roads, the government of Ghana in 2013 introduced a computerized driver testing system (CDTS). This study sought to assess the stakeholders’evaluation of the system on the extent to which it is achieving its purpose and examine the challenges associated with it. A sequential exploratory mixed method was employed to first engage key informants in an interview and use the results to design questionnaires, which was used to collectdata from 90 respondents comprising DVLA officials, drivers and driver schools. The descriptive statistics analysis revealed that adequate consultations were not conducted prior to introducing the new computerized driver testing system and the systemis discriminatory as experienced professional driverswith limited academic and computer literacy knowledge are unable to renew their licenses because they cannot pass the exams. After almost four years of implementation, little results have been achieved in terms of reducing road accidents. A holistic re-evaluation of the implementation structure of the program to provide alternatives for those with limited or educational background is necessary. The implementation structure of the program needs to be re-evaluated.
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Michael Kodom, William Alimsinya Azenya
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