In the wake of advancements in science technologies and societal dynamics, there is an urgent need to retool university educators for efficient and effective production of competitive workforce in the changing global labour market.
KCA university Vice Chancellor and CEO Prof. Isaiah I.C. Wakindiki expressed the need to enhance the capacity of lecturers’ delivery for competitive delivery of fit graduates who are able to provide solutions to the numerous challenges facing the world.
Speaking after completion of a twelve-week-long workshop that saw 120 members of various faculties undergo Pedagogical Leadership training in areas of course design, facilitation and assessment of learners, Prof. Wakindiki stated that higher education stakeholders should adequately create a framework for retooling programs on preparing the lecturers on the paradigm shift from teaching to learning.
“For us to continue offering market-driven programs, we have to continually ensure that our educators are competent enough. We have to reassess our teaching, delivery and assessment methods because of the global changes in dynamics and technologies. We need to enhance the capacity of our lecturers,” said Prof. Wakindiki.
“Professional Development at the university is pivotal in ensuring that faculty members enhance their skills, knowledge, and expertise which is crucial for staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and improving their teaching, research, and administrative capabilities,” he added.
With continuous retooling of trainers, Wandiki stated that the move will help advance the quality of teaching and promote effective teaching practices such as curriculum design and cultivating a student-centered approach to teaching at the university.
Dr. Eunice Marete, the Deputy Commission Secretary- Commission for University Education who graced the lecturers’ graduation ceremony noted that training of university educators offers a holistic approach in capacity building for better training of learners.
“The commitment you have shown to faculty excellence and a student-centered approach to learning is commendable. We all agree that pedagogical leadership plays a key role in shaping the future of higher education and this is the way to go for better results,” said Dr. Marete.
On her part, Dr. Pauline Ngimwa, the Executive Director- Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) noted that the graduation of the trainers was a culmination of hard work, dedication and commitment to excellence that will facilitate a turnaround in teaching methods for better results.
“Institutions of higher learning should collaborate with educational governing bodies to drive educational excellence and foster a culture of growth, improving teaching and research quality, promoting innovation, and ensuring the overall success of both faculty members and their students,” she said.
Clive Onsomu, a lecturer at KCA University School of Technology noted that teaching has shifted to a student-centred approach and as such, trainers should undergo training to align themselves with the changes in training.
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