Dr. Adutwum Advocates for AI Integration and Critical Thinking at KNUST Educational Summit | Discuss Ghana

The Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has emphasized that Ghana's national development depends heavily on an educational system that moves away from rote memorization and firmly embraces digital innovation.

Dr. Adutwum made these remarks during his presentation at the Educational Summit organized by the Faculty of Educational Studies Students’ Association (FESSA) at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Speaking on the theme "The Future-Ready Educator: AI Integration, Digital Pedagogy and Educational Excellence," the lawmaker stressed the urgent need to equip both teachers and learners with the critical competencies required for a rapidly changing technological landscape. He noted that Ghana cannot build a competitive, future-ready nation without first investing heavily in the mindset and training of its educators.

During the summit, which focused heavily on AI-driven teaching tools and establishing ethical guidelines for technology in classrooms, Dr. Adutwum called for an end to institutionalized examination malpractices, describing them as a severe threat to academic transformation. He urged a nationwide pivot toward the "4Cs"—Critical thinking, Creativity, Communication, and Collaboration. Sharing the platform with prominent academics and student leaders, including FESSA President Mr. Prince Adu Amoateng, Dr. Adutwum commended KNUST for driving the crucial dialogue needed to align modern industry demands with academic training.