The Lagos State Government, through the State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), has called on teachers in Grade Levels 13-14 to incorporate critical thinking and problem-solving skills into their teaching methodologies.
The charge was given by TESCOM Chairman, Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, while declaring open a two-day capacity-building workshop for 300 teachers at the Teaching Service Staff Development Centre (TSSDC), Owutu, Ikorodu.
Teachers Must Evolve with 21st-Century Learning
Mrs. Peregrino emphasized the need for continuous learning among teachers, highlighting the paradigm shift in teaching techniques.
“To succeed in today’s classroom, teachers must evolve with modern teaching strategies. The Lagos State Government recognizes the need for continuous teacher training because experts have warned that traditional curricula may not cover the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required in the 21st-century education system,” she stated.
She added that teachers must be adequately prepared to compete globally and within their local communities.
“This training will focus on creative and critical thinking skills, which are essential to sustaining the Education and Technology pillar of the THEMES Plus Agenda of this administration,” she noted.
She also urged participants to seek knowledge beyond the workshop to remain relevant in the ever-evolving education sector.
State Government’s Commitment to Teacher Training
Mrs. Peregrino commended Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for his commitment to educational transformation, noting that capacity-building programs like this would enhance teachers’ effectiveness.
Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, Mrs. Oyekan-Ismaila Adebopo, while welcoming participants, explained that the workshop titled:
“Assessment and Evaluation: Designing Assessment That Promotes Critical Thinking and Problem Solving for Experienced Level Teachers (GLs 13-14)”
aims to equip teachers with skills to design assessments that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving among students.
Teachers Urged to Adapt to Changing Trends
Members of the TESCOM Board, Mr. Abiodun Gbamgboye, Mrs. Kafayat Ajenifuja, and Mrs. Abimbola Adeola Idowu, advised teachers to embrace innovation in their teaching methods.
“The world is changing, and education must change with it. Teachers who fail to adapt will struggle to remain relevant in the profession,” they cautioned, urging participants to make the most of the training.
The capacity-building workshop, which started on February 18, 2025, will conclude on February 19, 2025, with a communiqué summarizing key takeaways and recommendations.
