- 14 Jan
- 2026
ITDS Staff Urged to Lead Digital Transformation
The Head, Department of Information Technology and Decision Sciences (ITDS), Prof. Peter Appiahene, has called on staff of the Department to take the lead in embracing the digital revolution to enhance teaching, learning, and research. He made the call at the Department’s Second Annual Staff Retreat, held from 13th to 14th January, 2026, at the RCEES Lecture Room 2.
Prof. Appiahene stated that as a Department responsible for training students in digital tools and decision sciences, staff must model the effective use of emerging technologies. He emphasised the need for student-centred learning approaches that equip students with problem-solving skills. He announced that the soon-to-be commissioned ICT Laboratory will support hands-on practical training for students and urged staff to remain open to new areas of study while encouraging pilot and co-piloting activities during academic work. The Head of Department commended staff for their commitment and encouraged them to continue working towards the growth and advancement of the Department.
As part of the retreat, Dr. Anokye Amponsah presented on “AI-Powered Classroom for the 21st Century Learner,” highlighting the integration of Human Intelligence (HI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to promote critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and effective communication. In preparation for the utilisation of the ICT Laboratory, the Lab Coordinator, Dr. Michael Opoku, briefed staff on computer laboratory resource usage, noting that policy documents and operational guidelines are being developed to ensure effective management of the facility. The retreat also featured a session led by Dr. Samuel Frimpong, who introduced staff to various digital tools aimed at enhancing academic work within the Department.