World Mathematics Day marked with call to transform mathematics education

 By Buertey Francis BORYOR

 Mathematics teachers have been urged to adopt digital tools and modern teaching strategies to improve classroom learning and prepare students for a technology-driven world powered by data science and artificial intelligence.

Speaking at the World Mathematics Day celebration and teachers’ training workshop in Accra, the Municipal Director of Education for Ga East, Mr. Eric Sey, said the teaching and learning of the subject must evolve to reflect the realities of the digital age.

“In the 21st century, teaching and learning must evolve to reflect the realities of our digital world,” he said.

The event, organised by Mezzo House Ltd under the theme “Using Technological Tools to Enhance Effective Teaching of Mathematics,” brought together over 100 teachers from various municipalities for training on modern classroom strategies.

The workshop aimed at equipping teachers with practical technological tools and digital strategies designed to make lessons more engaging and easier for students to understand.

According to Mr. Sey, mathematics remains central to fields driving modern development, including science, engineering, technology and artificial intelligence. For this reason, he said, improving how it is taught is essential for building a strong foundation for innovation and economic progress.

He noted that the integration of technology into lessons allows educators to present complex concepts through visual demonstrations, interactive platforms and digital assessment tools.

Such approaches, he said, make it easier for learners to grasp difficult ideas while giving teachers the ability to assess students’ understanding instantly and adjust their methods where necessary.

“When properly used, these tools create dynamic learning environments where students move beyond memorising formulas and begin to develop analytical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills,” he explained.

He also encouraged teachers to build their knowledge in the use of artificial intelligence tools that can support instruction and enhance students’ learning experiences. “As the world moves forward, we must also move with it,” he said, noting that relying solely on traditional teaching methods could limit students’ ability to compete in emerging technological fields.

Strengthening competence in the discipline, he stressed, remains crucial to national development because it lies at the heart of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

The Ga East education director used the occasion to highlight the upcoming Mezzopedia National Mathematics Contest 2026, an academic competition organised by Mezzo House Ltd to promote excellence and deepen interest in STEM among learners.

The contest is designed as an inclusive individual-based competition that will bring together participants from upper primary, junior high school, senior high school and adult education levels.

Participants will be tested in areas including algebra, geometry, statistics, logical reasoning and general mathematical problem solving. The initiative is intended to identify natural talent in the discipline while encouraging learners to approach problems creatively and develop confidence in their abilities.

The contest will be organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service, which will help facilitate participation across schools nationwide.

Chief Executive Officer of Mezzo House Ltd, Dr Peter Osei Akoto, in an interview with media at the event said, his outfit remains committed to supporting teachers through training programmes, innovative learning tools and initiatives such as the Mezzopedia National Mathematics Contest.

He encouraged participants to actively engage in the training sessions and apply the ideas discussed to make lessons more practical, interactive and relevant to the needs of today’s learners.

According to Mr Osei Akoto, World Mathematics Day provides an important opportunity to highlight the role the discipline plays in shaping modern society.

Technology, he said, now offers powerful tools capable of transforming how lessons are delivered. He added that digital simulations, interactive platforms and specialised software can help simplify complex concepts and make learning more engaging.

Strengthening instruction at the basic school level, he said, is critical if the country hopes to produce future scientists, engineers and innovators capable of driving technological and economic growth.