Genius IT Foundation is proud to announce that its visionary founder and executive director, Mr. Desmond Kitsi, has achieved the esteemed status of STEM.org Certified™ Master Trainer. The certification from STEM.org, America’s longest continually-operating STEM education research and credentialing organization, recognizes Mr. Kitsi’s exceptional dedication to advancing STEM education and empowering educators. With this achievement, Mr. Kitsi is poised to lead the charge in spreading high-quality STEM learning experiences throughout Ghana and the entire African continent.
STEM.org Certified™ is the world’s leading online STEM certification program for K-12 educators, aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach STEM subjects. Mr. Kitsi’s successful completion of the program and mastery of its content solidify his position as a highly qualified educator with profound expertise in pedagogics and andragogics.
The ToT (Train-the-Trainer) Model, central to the STEM.org Certified™ program, enables Master Trainers like Mr. Kitsi to impart their knowledge to other educators, ensuring a widespread impact on STEM education worldwide. As a STEM.org Certified™ Master Trainer, Mr. Kitsi is uniquely equipped to train educators locally, empowering them to become effective STEM educators in their own right.
One of the most distinctive features of STEM.org Certified™ is its pioneering use of blockchain technology. This innovation secures and transparently records each participant’s progress and achievements, providing educators with verifiable credentials. S
The potential of this certification extends beyond just STEM subjects. The skills and knowledge gained from the program empower instructors to engage diverse STEM methods effectively in delivering lessons. Even in non-STEM subjects, educators can adopt and integrate these approaches to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation among students. By embracing andragogical approaches to learning, educators become facilitators of knowledge, fostering an environment where students actively participate in their learning journeys.
Mr. Desmond Kitsi’s achievement reinforces Genius IT Foundation‘s position as a trailblazer in providing STEM skills, knowledge, and curriculum in Ghana and Africa. Under Mr. Kitsi’s guidance, the foundation is committed to developing the next generation of problem solvers, innovators, and critical thinkers. Through their various initiatives and programs, Genius IT Foundation aims to create a rich pool of STEM talent capable of tackling the complex challenges that lie ahead.
As the founder and executive director of Genius IT Foundation, Mr. Kitsi’s journey from a STEM.org Certified™ participant to a Master Trainer exemplifies his dedication to fostering excellence in STEM education. His commitment to empowering educators will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in transforming Ghana and Africa into hubs of innovation and scientific exploration.
With visionary leaders like Mr. Desmond Kitsi and organizations like Genius IT Foundation at the forefront of STEM education, the future looks brighter than ever for students and educators across the continent. The impact of this achievement will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy for generations to come, as Ghana and Africa continue their journey towards becoming global leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
