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Summary of the PCF8 Online Discussion Forums
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)In order to kick-start momentum for the eighth Pan-Commonwealth Forum (PCF8), the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM) organised four online discussion forums around PCF8’s sub-themes. We used ... -
Sustainable Development Through ODL: The Experience of KKHSOU
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)When the universities in a state like Assam are trying to take cognizance of the needs of the learners by carefully structuring the curriculum of the different academic programmes, they should also pay heed to the changes ... -
Teacher Perceptions of Open Distance Learning in Samoa
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)This paper examines in service teachers perceptions of the effectiveness of the Open Distance Learning (ODL) as an alternative mode for training and upgrading primary school teachers located in remote areas of Samoa. A ... -
Teachers Taught, Lessons Learnt: Experiences of Using Video to Support Teacher Learning on Three Continents
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)This paper will focus on innovative approaches taken by the Open University UK, to school-based pre- and inservice teacher training, using video, across 3 continents – Africa, Asia and South America. It will use case studies ... -
Technology Enabled Learning: Perspective of University Students
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Integration of technology in teaching-learning practices of any University is a systematic transformational process. Establishing a policy is the first step of this process. This will be followed by its systematic ... -
Technology Induced Innovation in Teaching and Leaning System of Bangladesh Open University: A Shift of Paradigm
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)This paper examines how Bangladesh Open University (BOU) – the only open and distance learning provider in Bangladesh has shifted its ODL system by using technology oriented innovative programmes. The study assesses how ... -
Technology Mediated Teaching/Learning as a Pathway to Inclusive Higher Education for Sustainable Development: What are the Pending Gender Issues
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Open, flexible and online education is being adopted by institutions to enhance their efforts to achieve increased levels of access to inclusive learning opportunities. However, while the significant growth in online ... -
Technology-Enabled Environments for Flexible Learning: A Case Study at the University of the South Pacific
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)The introduction of technologyenhanced learning and teaching environments has been a challenge for many educational institutions in terms of providing adequate, effective and efficient ICT tools to enrich the delivery ... -
Technology-Enhanced Learning, Reflective Practices and Collaborative Learning for a Better Employability of Vocational Education Students in the UAE
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)This paper provides an overview of the first part of my doctoral studies whose main objective is the introduction of reflective practices and collaborative learning in vocational education institution (ADVETI) to increase ... -
Tracer Study for the Namibian College of Open Learning’s Secondary Education Learners
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)This study aimed to find out how former learners perceive their experience of studying with the Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL). The research also sought to determine what has happened to former grade 12 ... -
A Tracer Study of Koforidua Polytechnic Artisans Graduates
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Feedback in modeling is very crucial and educational institutions are not exempted. With the dynamic nature of businesses today, the development of technical and vocational education and training can greatly improve when ... -
Tracing the Education and Employment Status of Open School Graduates in India
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)The paper aims to understand: (i) the profile of those who opted for NIOS, (ii) their motivations for this option, (iii) their present occupation, and (iv) the role of NIOS education in enabling further education and labour ... -
Transformational Change at the Intersections of Technology, Education and Design at the Open University of Sri Lanka
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Technology, education and design are at the heart of any educational transaction. For optimum impact these need to be carefully choreographed and orchestrated. Despite acknowledgement and acceptance of technology, education ... -
Trends in the Governance of Asian Open Universities: Preliminary Findings
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Like all organisations, good governance is fundamental to responsible and accountable management of universities. There have been studies on governance of universities but almost all address the conventional, face to face ... -
Uptake of Open Distance and e-Learning (ODEL) programmes: A Case of Kenyatta University, Kenya
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)The results of the study will shed light on the bottlenecks that have hindered the growth of the ODeL programmes in Kenyatta University. This may lead to increased student enrolment and retention in the ODeL programmes and ... -
Usages of Technology to Deliver Health Education Programs to Enhance the Health Status of Bangladesh
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Health education is a broad, multi-dimensional and well-discussed issue in developing countries. The ultimate goal of development is to improve the quality of life and to providing education for all. Bangladesh is a ... -
Use of Tablet Computers to Improve Access to Education
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)A research project was carried out in using mobile learning to increase access to education. This project is contributing to the achievement of Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) “inclusive and equitable ... -
Using a Constructivist Approach to Develop Self-Learning Materials and Promote Learner Engagement for Out-Of-School Children in Sri Lanka
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Addressing the issue of access to quality education is a matter of urgency, and yet the formal education system has not tended to provide education for all. For out-of school children, therefore, distance and open learning ... -
Using Analytics to Improve Learner-Centered Application Design
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)Data analytics is one of the content analysis techniques which are being used in many disciplines to make informed decisions by understanding the existing data. In education, analytics is very popular term which is used ... -
Using Technologies and OER to Enhance Efficiency and Effectiveness of Higher Education in Bangladesh: Opportunities and Challenges
(Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University Malaysia (OUM), 2016-11)The existing capacity of the on-campus institutions is not only insufficient to meet the growing demand for human resources, but also lagging behind in terms of engaging the learners and providing access to educational ...
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