By Yussif Ibrahim
A total of 305 teachers from four regions have undergone professional development training under the GNAT/CTF/FCE Teaching Together Project, a collaborative initiative between the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) and the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF).
The initiative, which focuses on peer learning, is anchored on the principle of “teachers teaching teachers to teach.”
It aims to strengthen educators’ pedagogical skills, knowledge, and classroom practices while promoting knowledge-sharing among peers.
This cohort marks the first group of over 600 teachers scheduled for training under the project, with the second batch expected to begin their session on Monday, July 21.
Key thematic areas covered during the training included inclusive education, technology education, gender and culture, and classroom organisation and management.
Mr. Moses Amadu Baman Snr., GNAT’s Deputy General Secretary in charge of Education and Professional Development, speaking at the closing ceremony, said the training was designed to equip teachers, especially those in deprived and underserved areas with 21st-century teaching competencies.
He emphasised GNAT’s commitment to continuous professional development, stating that as a professional teacher union, GNAT believes in lifelong learning to ensure its members remain relevant in an ever-evolving global teaching environment.
He added that GNAT, as a resilient, proactive and results-driven union, is determined not to fail the Ghanaian society which has entrusted its future in the hands of teachers.
Rev. Isaac Owusu, President of GNAT, also underscored the importance of teacher professionalism, a core value embedded in the Association’s constitution.
He reiterated the national leadership’s unwavering commitment to the continuous training and development of members.
He urged participants to apply the knowledge acquired during the training in their classrooms to ensure improved learning outcomes for students.
Rev. Owusu also called on members to take active interest in the activities of the Association, stressing that their funds directly support such developmental programmes.
He reminded them that GNAT, regardless of any changes in leadership, would always remain the vehicle through which their welfare and working conditions are advanced.