An ecosystem approach to teaching future thinktankers: lessons from University partnerships in East Africa

Hosted by INASP, UK

Universities are vital spaces for preparing future thinktankers and business, policy and public professionals. But outdated curricula and pedagogies are failing many young people. This session explores how an ecosystem approach can transform teaching and learning through partnerships that bring universities into conversation with social entrepreneurs, businesses, policymakers and their communities.

Speakers:

• Flora Fabian, University Of Dodoma, Tanzania
• Kendi Muchungi, Brain and Mind Institute, Kenya
• Mai Skovgaard, INASP, Denmark
• Tabitha Buchner, INASP, Germany
• Vincent Odhiambo, Ashoka East Africa, Kenya