The Human Resource Department at Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) has organized a Faculty Development Workshop for the entire faculty of the university on Wednesday 20th 2024. The workshop was conducted to enrich the faulty in the latest technology advancement that can aid teaching and learning processes.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Edwin Otene, the Human Resource supervisor at the institution said the session is quite important and a top priority of the institution to ensure that faculty are trained and retrained on the importance of technology in education.
During the workshop, Dr. Olufemi Folorunso Ayinde, a lecturer in the department of computer science at SUN, delivered a lecture titled ‘Incorporating Technology in Pedagogy’. He said technology has rapidly transformed the delivery of teaching in higher education institutions.
He admitted that technology has brought with itself engagement and interaction. This is why tutors must adopt its use to ensure knowledge is interactive and engaging. Dr. Ayinde, a seasoned professional in the computer science discipline explained that he has gained and applied knowledge using technology in his years of teaching and encouraged the faculty to do so too.
Some of the impacts of technology in education which he mentioned include fostering team work and flexibility in teaching. He said it also helps to develop the passion of students in learning.
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