This report presents the outcomes of a blended course designed to enhance skills in scientific communication and grant writing among participants from East African Community (EAC) countries. The course was implemented over 10 days, combining online sessions and asynchronous learning activities on Moodle, and included structured assessments to ensure mastery.
The initiative aimed to strengthen the capacity of East African researchers to effectively convey scientific findings and secure research funding, in line with EASTECO’s commitment to fostering regional scientific and technological development. Pre and post-test assessments showed notable improvements, with scientific communication scores increasing by 16.9%.
The course successfully met its objectives of developing participants’ abilities in conveying research findings and crafting compelling grant proposals, contributing to EASTECO’s mission of fostering scientific excellence in the East African region.