The Lagos State Government has taken a significant step towards modernising classroom learning, wrapping up a three-day intensive training programme aimed at equipping senior secondary school teachers with practical skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital teaching methods.
Organised by the State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), the workshop brought together teachers on Grade Levels 15 to 17.
It was held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Hall and formed part of the “Education and Technology” pillar of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T-H-E-M-E-S Plus Agenda.
Speaking at the opening, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Tolani Ali-Balogun, stressed that embracing AI in education is no longer optional.
He noted that the pace of technological change had reshaped how knowledge is delivered and consumed, urging teachers to move beyond traditional teaching styles.
According to him, educators must now integrate problem-solving approaches and digital tools into everyday lessons to remain effective in a fast-changing, global environment.
TESCOM Chairman, Victoria Peregrino, described the initiative as more than just a training exercise.
She said it signalled a shift in mindset — from a teacher-led approach to one that actively involves students in the learning process.
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Rather than focusing solely on the use of digital devices, she explained that the training encouraged teachers to create more engaging, participatory classrooms where students think critically and take ownership of their learning.
The programme focused on strengthening creative thinking in tackling classroom challenges, promoting ethical use of technology, including data privacy and responsible AI practices, and encouraging knowledge-sharing among teachers, with participants expected to pass on what they learned to colleagues.
Addressing concerns about technology replacing human roles, Peregrino reassured participants that AI is meant to support, not supplant, teachers.
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She emphasised that the role of educators remains central, urging them to see themselves as drivers of change who can shape a generation that is both digitally aware and forward-looking.
The workshop concluded with a communiqué outlining practical steps to integrate digital tools and AI-driven methods across the state’s six education districts, as well as the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB).
As Lagos pushes ahead with its ambition to become a smart city, strengthening the capacity of its teachers is emerging as a critical foundation — ensuring students are better prepared for the demands of a technology-driven world.
