The KNUST E-Learning Centre has outlined its plans for the year 2026 after a staff meeting held at the centre in Kumasi.
The meeting was on online teaching, digital tools, assessments, partnerships, and internal planning.
Staff discussed how the centre will support teaching and learning across the university and how it will work with other units.
Another issue discussed was the request from the College of Engineering to move part of its teaching online.
The Centre said discussions are ongoing and a schedule may be agreed soon.
“We are still working on the details and how best to support them,” the Director of the centre, Professor Emmanuel Kofi Akowuah said. “The aim is to make sure the
system works for both staff and students.”
“The website is important because it is how people see our work. We want it to be clear and easy to use.” Prof. Akowuah said. The meeting also discussed the purchase of equipment, including computers and supporting devices.
Partnerships were also discussed. The centre said it is in talks with several organisations, including the Mastercard Foundation and other external partners. These talks focus on training, digital skills, and joint programmes. “We want to align our work with partners so that we do not duplicate efforts,” he said.
Plans for the centre’s strategic plan were also outlined. A committee has been formed to work on a draft, with a target to complete it by April 2026. Staff will be involved in reviewing the draft before it is sent for approval.
The meeting also reviewed upcoming activities, including the E-Learning Awareness Week and the E-Learning International Conference, expected to take place in July 2026. Staff discussed ways to involve students more and how to organise sessions that include training and discussions.
Assessment was another focus. The Centre said it is exploring ways to improve online exams and remote assessments. Talks are ongoing with external bodies to support certification and exam delivery.