The event, themed “Beyond Chalkboards: AI Usage, Dyslexia Awareness, and Teachers Driving Change,” was held on Monday, October 6, 2025, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service, the Africa Dyslexia Organisation, and the Legon Centre for Education Research and Policy.

Speaking at the maiden celebration, the Director of LECERP, Dr. Clement Adamba, said the commemoration was not only to honour teachers but also to reflect on the changing landscape of the teaching profession in an era shaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and assistive technologies.

“Our commitment is to re-envision teaching through the lens of innovation—particularly Artificial Intelligence and assistive technologies that can make learning more inclusive and effective,” he stated.

Dr. Adamba further highlighted the Centre’s mandate to bridge the gap between educational research and policymaking.

According to him, LECERP’s work focuses on transforming research insights into actionable policies that empower educators, inform decision-makers, and inspire meaningful change in Ghana’s education system.
Delivering his keynote address, Dean of the School of Education and Leadership, Professor James Dzisah, described the occasion as a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the transformative power of education and the dedication of teachers.

“For generations, the chalkboard has symbolised learning. However, education has evolved beyond its traditional physical form, embracing the digital sphere and reaching diverse levels. Artificial intelligence now opens new possibilities—not to replace us as teachers, but to support and empower us,” Prof. Dzisah said.

He emphasised that dyslexia awareness urges educators to create classrooms where every child, regardless of their challenges, can thrive with dignity and confidence.

Prof. Dzisah also referenced UNESCO’s concern that the world will need an additional 44 million teachers to achieve universal education targets, describing it as a call to action for nations to strengthen teacher development and invest in innovation.

“Teachers must remain at the centre of change in this era where AI is reshaping education. While machines may provide tools, teachers provide meaning,” he stressed.
“They bring education to life by nurturing critical thinking, ethical reasoning, emotional intelligence, and a sense of belonging that no device can replicate.”

He commended LECERP for creating a platform that brings teachers together to collaborate, share ideas, and rethink educational delivery to suit modern needs.

“Education is not confined to the walls of the classroom. It is a living force that shapes lives, nurtures dreams, and builds futures,” Prof. Dzisah added.

On her part, the Director of Education for the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly, Ms. Harriet Lomotey, said the initiative underscores LECERP’s commitment to research, training, advocacy, and community engagement, all aimed at advancing effective and inclusive education in Ghana.

She also commended teachers for their dedication to national development, describing them as “drivers of change” who continue to shape the future of the nation through innovation and commitment to their profession.

The event brought together education stakeholders, including the Provost of the College of Education, directors of education, district education officers, and teacher representatives, to discuss how technology and awareness of learning differences can transform teaching and learning outcomes across the country.