Academic City University College has held its 4th Annual Education Conference on the theme “From Theory to Practice: Implementing Best Practices in Education”.
The conference aimed to equip teachers with knowledge and practical skills to foster effective learning outcomes and contribute to their ongoing professional development.
It brought together school heads, Maths and Science teachers and counsellors from public and private senior high schools across the country. Participants were able to engage in hands-on activities, explore new teaching tools, and gain practical insights that they could immediately apply in their classrooms.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Fred McBagonluri, President of Academic City University College advised teachers to dedicate enough time and provide the necessary learning environment for struggling students to excel in their academic journeys.
According to him, teaching is the only profession that seeks to offer the required support for students to realize their dreams.
“The future of every country is dependent on teachers. There is no profession more fulfilling than being the one to guide the future path of young ones,” he added.
He emphasised the need for teachers to be practical in their teaching to ensure students fully grasp the subjects.
“To ensure that students fully understand what we are teaching, we should frequently make use of an activity- or project-based approach, which is the best teaching method,” he further stated.
Mrs. Olivia Opare, Director of Science at the Ghana Education Service, reminded the participants that education is evolving, and therefore, the adaptation of practical teaching methods is the best option moving forward.
“As we continue to develop and implement best practices in STEM education, let us remain committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice. By doing so, we can empower our students to become critical thinkers, innovators, and leaders who will shape the future of Ghana and the world,” she noted
