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    Restructuring Experimental Schools in Sierra Leone: A Model for Sustainable Teacher Education
    (figshare, 2025-01-31) Dumbuya, Emmanuel
    Experimental schools play a crucial role in shaping educational policies and practices, serving as pilot institutions where innovative pedagogical strategies are tested before widespread implementation (Schweisfurth, 2013). The Njala University Experimental School, established to bridge the gap between teacher education and practice, has struggled in recent years due to severe teacher shortages. This deficiency has weakened the school’s effectiveness, contradicting its foundational purpose. Data indicates that the teacher shortage at Njala University Experimental School is primarily due to the expansion from primary to senior secondary, non-replacement of retired teachers, deceased educators, and the low remuneration for part-time or contractual teachers. This paper proposes a restructuring program that integrates an exchange teaching initiative, whereby third and fourth-year university students serve as community volunteer teachers as part of their professional internship. This model aligns with global best practices in teacher training and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 on quality education (UNESCO, 2015).
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    Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Njala University Developing Skills, Trade Knowledge, and Entrepreneurial Mindsets for a Sustainable Future
    (figshare, 2025-01-25) Dumbuya, Emmanuel
    Njala University, as one of the leading higher education institutions in Sierra Leone, stands at the forefront of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within its academic framework. This paper explores how Njala University can enhance its role in empowering students through targeted skills development, trade education, and entrepreneurial initiatives. By integrating practical training with theoretical learning, the university can cultivate a generation of innovative leaders equipped to contribute to the sustainable development of their communities and the nation as a whole.