Nigerian-American Bello Galandanchi Wins Teacher of the Year in China
Galandanchi's educational journey began in the United States, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University. He furthered his studies at Zhejiang Normal University in China, obtaining a Master of Business Administration and ultimately a Doctorate in Education Science.
In a commendable achievement, Bello Galandanchi, a 35-year-old Nigerian-American, has secured the prestigious Teacher of the Year award at Beijing 21st Century National Standard School in China.
Galandanchi's educational journey began in the United States, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University. He furthered his studies at Zhejiang Normal University in China, obtaining a Master of Business Administration and ultimately a Doctorate in Education Science.
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Currently, Galandanchi imparts knowledge to primary school students in Mandarin Language at Beijing 21st Century National Standard School. His dedication and proficiency in teaching earned him the esteemed 2023 Best Foreign Teacher award.
Expressing his gratitude on Twitter, Galandanchi pledged to continue delivering excellence: "I’ve received the '2022-2023 Best Foreign Teacher' award at our school. Thank you all for your kind support, and I will keep giving my kids and you guys all I have in the best possible way."
Before venturing into education, Galandanchi worked as a Multimedia Broadcast Journalist at BBC Hausa and the Voice of America, showcasing his diverse professional background.
This recognition not only highlights Galandanchi's personal achievements but also emphasizes the global impact of educators and the varied paths within the education sector.