Educated but unable to communicate? The missing link in Ghana’s University education
Imagine a university graduate attending a job interview with an impressive academic record. The applicant demonstrates knowledge of the discipline studied but struggles to explain ideas clearly. When asked to write a short report, the sentences are poorly constructed, the paragraphs lack coherence, and the intended message becomes difficult to understand. Does this mean the graduate is not knowledgeable? Certainly not. However, it raises an important question: Are our universities paying sufficient attention to students' ability to communicate what they know?* University education should do more than produce graduates with certificates. It should equip them with the ability to understand information, organise ideas, express opinions clearly and communicate responsibly. Beyond Speaking Good English