NAIROBI, Kenya, July 18 – A group of university lecturers have graduated with tech skills through the Microsoft Africa Development Centre (Microsoft ADC).
The 12-week program was designed to equip faculty members with the most recent technological advancements.
Teaching was delivered through a hybrid classroom model and practical training to provide instructors with a better understanding of industry requirements and inspire curriculum advancement.
“The primary goal of the faculty skilling and immersion program was to engage faculty in skill development, including teaching and research, as well as to identify best practices to implement in their classroom,” Microsoft ADC Managing Director Catherine Muraga said.
“The course was specifically designed to provide rigorous training and help strengthen understanding of core general management concepts, gain exposure to advanced technical topics, learn and experiment with effective pedagogical techniques, and become familiar with essential aspects of conducting research studies,” Muraga added.
During the training program, faculty members delved into a variety of technologically significant areas, including but not limited to artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and software engineering.
The program also emphasized the most recent trends and advancements in the technology industry, ensuring that the faculty remained at the forefront of innovation.
“The program has been invaluable in expanding our horizons as instructors, which will enable us to deliver exceptional education and mentorship to our students and prepare them for success in the rapidly advancing tech industry,” USIU Africa Assistant Professor Paula Musava said.
“It’s indeed exciting to be a part of a program that will help shape the future of the technology industry.”
The ADC said it will continue to work with faculty by providing curriculum development assistance and guest lecturers to supplement teaching courses.
“As the ADC, we prioritize investment in improving the technology education system to better prepare students to fit into industry roles and create new ones as the landscape evolves,” Muraga stated.
“Our commitment is to continually foster an environment of continuous learning, both internally and externally, that will allow consistent growth and development among all our staff and partners.”
