Pedagogical Skills Training at College of Engineering and Technology Successfully Completed
The INDMET Project Office, in collaboration with the College of Engineering and Technology, successfully concluded a three-day Pedagogical Skills Training designed to enhance the teaching capabilities of faculty members. Held from October 30 to November 1, 2024, this training provided instructors with essential skills in Instructional Planning, Active Learning, Assessment of Learning, and Classroom Management. Each topic was meticulously covered by experts from the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences to ensure practical insights that instructors can apply directly in their teaching.
The closing ceremony was marked by a speech from Dr. Ginbar Ensermu, Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology. Dr. Ginbar expressed his gratitude to the INDMET Project, as well as to the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, for their integral role in organizing and facilitating the training. In his address, he encouraged all participants to actively incorporate their newly acquired skills in creating an engaging, practical-based learning environment for students.
Following Dr. Ginbar’s remarks, Dr. Tefera, Dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, invited participants to provide feedback on the training experience. The attendees responded with heartfelt appreciation, expressing gratitude to INDMET Project, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences for organizing such a valuable initiative. Participants emphasized the training’s impact on their teaching practices and advocated for the continuation of similar sessions for other faculty members to further the reach of these beneficial pedagogical skills.
The training concluded with a final speech from Dr. Melka Hika, Wallaga University’s Academic Vice President, who extended his thanks to all organizers, trainers, and participants. Dr. Melka acknowledged the dedication of Dr. Endalkachew Mosisa, the INDMET Project leader at WU, and the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences for their outstanding efforts in bringing this training to fruition. He reiterated the importance of ongoing training initiatives to support Wallaga University’s mission of excellence in applied sciences, particularly in the field of engineering. Dr. Melka also urged participants to utilize their training to adapt and innovate their curriculum, aligning it with the demands of an applied sciences university.
