The Enugu Diocesan Educational Secretary, Rev. Fr. Dr. Callistus Anieke has declared continuous teacher training as a critical cornerstone for the academic growth and overall development of the nation.
Delivering his opening address at a specialized training session for nursery and primary school teachers of Catholic schools in the Enugu Diocese, Rev. Fr. Dr. Anieke highlighted the importance of innovative teaching strategies, collaborative experience-sharing, and modern pedagogical tools in cultivating critical thinking skills among young learners. The workshop, organized by the Faculty of Education at Godfrey Okoye University, was held at the Peter Mbah Law Auditorium. He encouraged participants to embrace active learning methodologies and praised the sponsor, Rev. Fr. Prof. Christian Anieke, alongside the facilitators from GOUNI, for driving the initiative.
Key educational experts delivered insightful sessions during the program:
Mrs. Ire Eunice, a nursery and primary school consultant, presented on “Active Learning for Younger Learners,” asserting that no child is a dullard. She demonstrated how active engagement through role-play, song, and interactive classroom exercises accommodates diverse learning styles.
Prof. Hilda Agusiodo, Head of the Department of Educational Foundations at GOUNI, led a session titled “Learning Plan,” where she outlined the structured components of effective lesson planning, including instructional objectives, materials, entry behavior, and closure, while urging teachers to prepare thoroughly before entering the classroom.
Prof. Ekene Osuoji, Dean of the Faculty of Education and Arts, emphasized the integration of experiential learning, modern technology, and Artificial Intelligence applications in teaching, noting that digital tools streamline instruction, increase efficiency, and save valuable time.
Dr. Henrietta Ogbuanu presented on “Master Presentation,” categorizing students into fast, average, struggling, and special needs learners. She urged educators to tailor their instructional techniques, using repetition, differentiated explanations, and targeted assistance, to meet the unique processing speed and needs of every child.
