By Adesina Wahab

In line with its mission to empower educators, Crescent Bearers (1939), Lagos, an association of like-minded gentlemen of Lagos origin, has successfully trained over 100 teachers in the use of technology, particularly gamified learning techniques.

The training, held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, was a resounding success, drawing participants who actively engaged in the conference.

Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting a well-organized, interactive, and enriching experience for educators.

Participants praised the training structure, the variety of sessions, and the practical strategies shared by the facilitators.

A key highlight was the use of technology, especially gamified learning techniques, which resulted in constructive noise and made the sessions both informative and engaging.

The collaborative and innovative learning approaches fostered an atmosphere of shared knowledge, inspiring teachers to rethink traditional teaching methods.

Mr. Dele Martins, Chairman of Crescent Bearers (1939) Lagos, promised that there would be many more to come as the group is committed to continuing to work alongside the Lagos State Government by contributing to the development of teachers in the state.

Dr. Kemi Pinheiro, Chairman of the Education Committee of Crescent Bearers, pledged the organization’s commitment to empowering teachers while urging them to acquire more knowledge through such exercises.

Two officials from the Lagos State Government were in attendance. Mrs. Bopo Oyekan-Ismaila, Permanent Secretary of the Teaching Service Commission, and presented a paper on “Neurodiversity and Inclusion”, while Azeez Aliu participated in a panel discussing Lagos State’s strategies on Neurodiversity and Inclusion in the education system.

Participants noted several key takeaways from the training, including the implementation of online games for student engagement, the incorporation of interactive and collaborative learning techniques to foster teamwork and creativity in classrooms, and methods for blending technology with traditional teaching, emphasizing the use of Google Classroom to enhance teacher-student interaction.

The Lead Consultant/Facilitator of Brainy Oaks Education Consultants; Mrs. Oyinkan Afolabi, emphasized the essence of future-focused training for teachers leading 21st-century learners.

The goal was to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to navigate the dynamic and evolving landscape of education.

“This training aimed to empower teachers to meet the needs of a diverse, tech-savvy, and globally connected generation of learners. Teachers as lifelong learners and ethical role models by developing competencies in pedagogy, classroom management, and subject expertise while embodying professionalism through ethics, adaptability, and commitment,” Afolabi stated.

She further highlighted the importance of the power-packed panel discussion on neurodiversity and inclusion at the training, which aimed to foster awareness, empathy, and strategies for embracing diverse cognitive abilities, ensuring equitable learning environments, and empowering all students to thrive.

Crescent Bearers (1939) Lagos is a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to training teachers in modern teaching techniques in schools in Lagos, Nigeria. Crescent Bearers (1939)Lagos, aside from teacher training also focuses on student scholarships.