Design of a Teachers Resource Platform for Teachers of Applied Secretarial Principles in the Higher Technical Teachers' Training Colleges of the English-Speaking Regions in Cameroon

Abstract The study aimed to design a Teachers’ Resource Platform (TRP) for lecturers of Applied Secretarial Principles in the Higher Technical Teachers’ Training Colleges (HTTTCs) of the English-speaking regions of Cameroon. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 249 student-teachers and 26 lecturers across HTTTC Bambili and HTTTC Kumba. Questionnaires captured students’ perspectives on teaching challenges, while semi-structured interviews with lecturers provided in-depth insights into resource needs and platform expectations. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative responses were subjected to thematic analysis. Findings revealed significant gaps in instructional resources, limited ICT integration, and the absence of collaborative teaching platforms, which hindered effective pedagogy. Based on these insights, a model TRP was developed, offering shared instructional materials, pedagogical guidance, and assessment tools. The study demonstrates that a digital platform can enhance teaching efficiency, standardization, and professional development, ultimately improving student-teachers’ learning outcomes. Keywords: Applied Secretarial Principles, Design, HTTTCs, Teachers’ Resource Platform