The Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board has revealed that Computer-Based Tests (CBT) will now be a compulsory requirement for public main school instructors seeking headteacher positions, in a relocation focused on reinforcing digital skills and improving academic requirements.
Chairman of the Board, Olalekan Ifede, revealed this during a one-day training programme on the application of the Ogun Knowing Enhancement and Academic Resource Network held at the June 12 Cultural Centre. The occasion brought in instructors from both primary and secondary schools throughout Ogun State.
Ifede explained that aiming headteachers would go through a strenuous screening process, with CBT forming a crucial element, urging teachers to improve their computer literacy to stay competitive.
“When CBT was presented for instructors who wanted to become principals, it looked tough initially, now they are utilized to it. Main school instructors ought to also prepare,” he said.
He further warned teachers versus over-reliance on artificial intelligence, worrying the importance of diligence and proper understanding of emerging innovations.
“Do not enable Expert system to make you lazy. It is essential to study and understand how to utilize it effectively,” Ifede added.
The SUBEB chairman likewise encouraged individuals to actively participate in the training and commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his sustained investment in the education sector.
In a goodwill message, the Ogun State Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya, represented by Lydia Fajounbo, described the initiative as a step that would streamline mentor and boost learning results. She advised teachers to welcome the program and cascade the knowledge gained to coworkers.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation, Moriamo Oloko, revealed that 107 OgunLEARN ambassadors had actually been trained to support application throughout the state. She noted that efforts such as OgunLEARN, Ogunteach, and OgunRehab are currently transforming the education landscape.
Likewise speaking, the President of the Association of Main School Headteachers of Nigeria, Tajudeen Adeosun, commended the state government, keeping in mind that the policy would better gear up instructors for reliable service shipment.
Participants at the training, consisting of Mrs. Bolaji Onasanya of Obada Grade School, Imeko-Afon, and Mr. Victor Oyeyemi of Premier Secondary School, Abeokuta North, explained the effort as a progressive action towards integrating innovation into teaching and knowing. They expressed optimism that teachers throughout the state would accept the reform and rise to satisfy the brand-new expectations.