Aaron Kwadjo Agyei

To contribute to the academic excellence of the Department of Education at the University of Massachusetts Lowell as a Teaching Assistant by leveraging my extensive teaching experience, knowledge of educational principles, and proven ability to support students in achieving academic success

• 1. Students' Support and Perception of Their Confidence in Schoolwork During the Covid-19 Pandemic In Kenya Using the Response to Educational Disruption Survey (RED2021)(Master's Thesis, University of Gothenburg, Sweden,2023) https://gupea.ub.gu.se/handle/2077/79040
• 2. Effect of student support services on academic performance of distance education students of University of Cape Coast, Ghana (master's Thesis, University of Cape Coast, Ghana,2023)
• 3. Effects of face-to-face tutorial and administrative support services on the academic performance of distance education students in the University of Cape Coast" (published) (10.21608/IHITES.2021.102245.105)
• 4. Student politics, voting patterns and determinants of electoral choices. A case study in University of Development Studies (First Degree Dissertation,2013)
• Aaron, A, Malema J, Shyma, Rober Fati, Somia (May2022) How do facilitators engage participants in the NYOP Workshop?NYOP Workshop, University of Gothenburg,Sweden.
• Aaron, A., Malema J, Shyma, Rober Fati, Somia (February2021) High dropout rate among Black college Students in the UK, University of Gothenburg, Sweden

• Sustainable Development in the21st Century with Ban Ki-Moon –Yonsei University, South Korea on Coursera. The certificate was earned on Saturday, January31,2020.
• The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future by the University of Copenhagen on Coursera. Certificate earned on Tuesday, July30,2019,8:57 PM GMT".
• British Council Accra, Ghana: Seminar on 'Blazing Trail' aimed at developing critical skills in employability and excellence in the workplace for recent graduates- May2013
• Winning General: Project Management and What Employers Want –October2009 UDS Wa Ghana
• Conference of Heads of Basic School (COHBS): Human Resource |Management and School Administration.3rd-6th July2017, Ho, Ghana
• Setrack; Executive training workshop (MOU Microsoft Office User), November2011, UDS Wa, Ghana
• Ghana Education Service(North Tongu District); Best Educational Leadership and Governance Practices.22 Feb.2019 Juapong, Volta Region, Ghana
• Capacity Building Workshop for Heads and Assistant Headteachers (Ghana Education Service, North Tongu District); December212019.Juapong, Volta Region, Ghana

• 1. Transforming Urban STEM education: Sociocultural Dimension and Marginalised Student Access and Success in Ghana
• 2. Integrating education for sustainable Development and global citizens
• 3. Inclusive Pedagogy: Perspectives, Challenges, and Promising Practices.

• Headmaster, Fodzoku D/A JHS(North Tongu): Sept .2015 –Aug.2021 (Supervisory, Administrative and Managerial Functions)
• Secretary, Headmasters' Association (Torgorme Circuit): May2015 –Aug.2021
• Chairman, Torgorme Teachers' Thrift and Loan Scheme: July2015-Aug.2021 (Oversee the implementation and disbursement of loans) I was the brainchild of the scheme to enable teachers in the circuit to access financial help when in need and keep them in the classroom for effective teaching.
• Vice President, Association of Students of Social and Development Administration (UDS WA): July2012-July2013 (An association of458 members comprised students in the social, political and historical studies departments. Aimed to improve students' academic performance and welfare)
• School Health and Education Program Coordinator (SHEP) Ghana Education Service, Amanya DA JHS2006-2009 ) Trained by Ghana Health Service on STI, drug administration (deworming exercise) and other personal health issues.

Key Competencies and Skills

-Teaching & Facilitation:** Skilled in delivering engaging lectures and tutorials, designing assessments, and facilitating student-centred learning.

- Curriculum Design:** Proficient in developing and adapting educational materials for diverse learning needs.

- Student Support:** Strong ability to mentor, advise, and provide academic support to students from varying backgrounds.

- Educational Administration:** Experienced in managing educational programs, organizing training sessions, and liaising with stakeholders.

- Research & Analysis:** Proficient in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, with published work in peer-reviewed journals.

- Technological Proficiency:** Experienced in using learning management systems (LMS) and educational technology tools to enhance teaching and learning.