Education is a crucial tool in steering Africa’s economic growth in the right direction. While the African university experience encompasses various aspects, the quality of teaching stands out as the most critical component. Exceptional teaching skills are especially vital in African countries, where higher education institutions play a significant role due to the continent’s youthful population.
Top 10 African Universities with the Best Teaching Skills
Business Insider Africa has unveiled the top 10 African universities in Sub-Saharan Africa with the best teaching quality, based on the teaching index from Times Higher Education. ISBAT University in Uganda has earned a spot in this prestigious list, highlighting its commitment to academic excellence.
The Rankings:
- University of Cross River State, Nigeria – 85.3
- Benson Idahosa University, Nigeria – 84.9
- Rongo University, Kenya – 84.2
- Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, Ghana – 83.7
- Ardhi University, Tanzania – 81.6
- Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Nigeria – 80.7
- Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria – 79.0
- ISBAT University, Uganda – 79.0
- Ashesi University, Ghana – 78.5
- University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa – 77.9
In many African economies, there exists a sizable skills gap because the educational system does not always meet job market demands. Effective teaching is crucial in bridging this gap by providing students with knowledge and skills applicable to real-world situations.
African countries have ambitious development goals, including poverty alleviation, economic growth, and sustainable development. Universities are key to achieving these goals, with excellent education at the heart of this mission.
Methodology
The ranking data was collected from universities, current students, and THE’s partner Elsevier (bibliometrics data). The student survey, the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, garnered over 20,000 responses from 88 universities. The teaching index focuses on four critical areas, referred to as pillars: resources, engagement, outcomes, and environment.
