A two-day Trainer of Trainers (ToT) Workshop on Agile Learning and Teaching was successfully held from March 3rd to 4th, 2025, at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Organized by ProREG (under the auspices of the Centre) in collaboration with Technische Universität Berlin (TUB), KNUST, and the University for Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), the workshop brought together educators, trainers, and experts to explore modern, flexible, and technology-driven teaching methodologies.
The event aimed to equip participants with agile learning techniques designed to enhance education by fostering dynamic and adaptive teaching practices. The event featured expert-led sessions, hands-on activities, and case studies to deepen participants’ understanding of agile learning principles and their application in diverse educational settings.
The workshop commenced with an in-depth introduction to the fundamentals of agile learning by Prof. Samuel Gyamfi and Dr. Joerg Longmuss. They took participants through the key distinctions between agile learning and traditional teaching methods and the benefits of flexibility, adaptability, and learner-centered approaches in modern education.
A case study session, led by Dr. Lena D. Mensah, Dr. Charles Sekyere, Dr. Felix D. Amankwah, and Dr. Gifty S. Mensah, showcased real-world applications of agile learning in engineering and renewable energy.
Additionally, Prof. Eric A. Asante, Director of the E-Learning Center at KNUST, introduced participants to essential digital tools for agile learning, including Moodle, Microsoft Teams, and Trello. A practical session followed, where attendees were guided through setting up agile learning platforms to facilitate interactive and collaborative online teaching.
Day two of the workshop delved into the practical application of agile teaching strategies. Prof. Francis Atiogbe led an engaging session on the role of iteration and feedback in agile learning, emphasizing the importance of problem-based learning (PBL) and real-world case studies in fostering critical thinking and adaptability among students.
The second day delved into the practical implementation of agile teaching strategies. Prof. Francis Atiogbe led an engaging session on the role of iteration and feedback in agile learning. He emphasised the significance of problem-based learning (PBL) and real-world case studies in fostering critical thinking and adaptability.
Participants then took part in an interactive workshop where they developed and refined their own agile classroom activities, gaining hands-on experience in structuring lessons that encourage collaboration and active learning.
Dr. Lena D. Mensah guided attendees through the process of drafting comprehensive action plans for integrating agile learning within their institutions, with peer reviews facilitating constructive feedback and improvements. Prof. Joseph Akowuah followed with an insightful discussion on monitoring and evaluation, equipping participants with strategies to set key performance indicators and track the effectiveness of their agile teaching methods.
The event concluded with a dynamic commitment-sharing session led by Prof. Ato Quansah, Prof. William Oduro, and Prof. Samuel Gyamfi. Participants outlined their next steps for embedding agile methodologies in their respective institutions, marking a pivotal step toward transforming education through innovation and adaptability.