University of Nairobi and Leiden University Host Collaborative "Learning Mindset" Workshop

The University of Nairobi became a hub of pedagogical innovation as the Faculty of Education, in collaboration with Leiden University, hosted a transformative Learning Mindset Students Workshop on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The event brought together scholars and students to explore the frontiers of modern education, focusing on how to reshape the student experience in an increasingly digital world.

The Faculty of Education was well-represented by a distinguished delegation. Prof. Susan Yego, the Acting Dean, presided over the event on behalf of Prof. Jeremiah Kalai. Joining her were esteemed faculty members including Prof. Angeline Mulwa, Prof. Gakunga, and Dr. Agnes, among others, signaling the faculty's strong commitment to international research partnerships.

The workshop was designed to move beyond traditional lecturing, immersing students in interactive sessions that required hands-on participation through laptops, smartphones, and collaborative brainstorming.

The initiative, led by a multidisciplinary team including Prof. Dorothy Kyalo the lead person from the University of Nairobi and Leiden University’s Caroline Archambault—an expert in anthropology, education, and game design—focused on modernizing the student experience

The workshop highlighted three core pillars for future student projects:

• Autonomous Learning: Fostering a sense of ownership, purpose, and self-regulation within the student body.
• Game-Based Learning: Utilizing play and interactive design to increase student engagement.
• AI in Learning: Navigating the ethical and creative frontiers of Artificial Intelligence in a modern academic setting.

The event took place at the University of Nairobi Towers, participants were encouraged to rethink their approach to education, transitioning from passive recipients of information to active, self-regulated innovators.

As the Faculty of Education continues to embrace global partnerships, this workshop stands as a testament to the power of cross-continental collaboration in shaping the future of pedagogy.