Accra: Professor Smile Afua Gavua Dzisi, the Deputy Director-General in charge of Management Services at the Ghana Education Service (GES), has urged teachers to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and remote learning to enhance academic outcomes. She emphasized that the rapid transformation of education, driven by technology, globalization, and changing learner needs, requires teachers to continuously adapt and equip themselves with modern skills to remain relevant.
According to Ghana News Agency, Prof Dzisi addressed these points on Wednesday at the 2026 Annual Conference and Workshop of the Ghana Association of Teachers of English (GATE), Greater Accra branch. The event, themed ‘Adapting to Evolving Teaching and Learning Paradigms: A Collaborative Imperative for the State, Educators and Parents,’ brought together educators and stakeholders to discuss emerging trends in education and strengthen the capacity of English teachers through practical training sessions.
Prof Dzisi highlighted that the era when
teachers were the sole source of truth in the classroom is over, as information is now widely accessible through digital platforms and other sources. She stated, “Our new paradigm demands that we become mentors and guides. The learners must be encouraged to direct their curiosity to interconnectivity. Our job is now to teach students how to think, not what to think.” She urged English teachers to utilize technology to personalize learning and allow students to progress at their own pace.
The Deputy Director-General pointed out that computers and high-speed internet are now fundamental requirements for equitable and inclusive education. She cited initiatives like ‘One Teacher, One Laptop’ and ‘One SHS Student, One Tablet’ as successful efforts to improve access to digital learning tools. She also noted that the current curriculum focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy while emphasizing critical thinking, innovation, emotional intelligence, and adaptability to prepare learners for the future wo
rkforce.
Prof Dzisi expressed concern over declining reading culture and language proficiency gaps, calling for strategic collaboration among government, teachers, parents, and associations such as GATE to address these challenges. She stressed the critical role of parents in supporting education beyond the classroom, advocating for a collaborative approach to holistic child development.
Madam Constance Baaba Boateng, Greater Accra Regional Language Coordinator, praised the conference for providing updated professional training for subject-specific teachers. She noted that technology has made lesson preparation and delivery easier compared to previous years.
Mr. Isaiah K. Adzigodie, Greater Accra Regional President of GATE, emphasized the importance of adapting to a technology-driven educational environment. He highlighted the association’s growth and the need for continued investment in language laboratories and proper laptops to strengthen English Language teaching in schools.
The conference featured wo
rkshop sessions on various teaching techniques, facilitated by experienced professionals, to improve teaching standards. Participants were encouraged to adopt innovative methods, collaborate with parents and stakeholders, and embrace lifelong learning in a rapidly changing educational landscape.