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UPOU, ICDE, and UP Cebu convene Knowledge Dialogue on global education trends and local realities

2026-10-02T15:50:30+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE), and the University of the Philippines Cebu (UP Cebu) hosted a Knowledge Dialogue on “Grounding the Future of Education: Emerging Practices Toward Inclusive, Scalable, and Sustainable Learning Systems” on 23 September 2026 at the Performing Arts Hall of UP Cebu in Cebu City. The dialogue brought together education stakeholders to discuss emerging practices, key issues, and opportunities for collaboration in developing learning systems that are inclusive, scalable, sustainable, and resilient amid changing educational contexts. Representatives from UPOU, ICDE, UP Cebu, and [...]

UPOU, ICDE, and UP Cebu convene Knowledge Dialogue on global education trends and local realities2026-10-02T15:50:30+08:00

UP, FullPhils collaboration opens scholarship opportunities for prospective UPOU Associate Program scholars among OFWs in Hong Kong

2026-10-01T15:31:52+08:00

What began as a partnership to expand access to education for Filipinos in Hong Kong is taking a concrete step forward. The Full Phils Association Inc., in partnership with the University of the Philippines (UP) System, through the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and University of the Philippines Ventures for International and Transformative Academia (UP VINTA), open a scholarship pathway for prospective UPOU associate program students. The partnership was formally announced during the launch of UP VINTA in Hong Kong in August 2024, with UP and Full Phils sharing a commitment to support OFWs through scholarships and online [...]

UP, FullPhils collaboration opens scholarship opportunities for prospective UPOU Associate Program scholars among OFWs in Hong Kong2026-10-01T15:31:52+08:00

UPOU represents Philippines at 29th SEAMOLEC Governing Board Meeting in Jakarta

2026-09-29T15:18:25+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) represented the Philippines at the 29th SEAMEO Regional Open Learning Centre (SEAMOLEC) Governing Board Meeting, held on 14 to 16 September 2026 at the Grand Sahid Jaya in Jakarta, Indonesia. The meeting brought together Governing Board members and representatives from Southeast Asian countries to discuss SEAMOLEC’s strategic directions and regional initiatives in open and distance learning (ODL), microcredentials, and the recognition of higher education qualifications. During the Governing Board Meeting on 14 September, members reviewed SEAMOLEC’s Annual Report for 2025-2026 and discussed its strategic directions, partnerships, flagship programs, proposed three-year program priorities, [...]

UPOU represents Philippines at 29th SEAMOLEC Governing Board Meeting in Jakarta2026-09-29T15:18:25+08:00

ASLS Special Episode: the program we imagined – reflecting on the beginnings of the ASEAN Studies Graduate Program

2026-09-28T11:52:39+08:00

How do you build an academic program around a field that is still defining itself? In celebration of ASEAN Month 2026, join us for a 𝑳𝒆𝒕’𝒔 𝑻𝒂𝒍𝒌 𝒊𝒕 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓 special session of the ASEAN Studies Lecture Series (ASLS), where we revisit “The Program We Imagined” and look back at the beginnings of the ASEAN Studies Graduate Program—the ideas and aspirations that shaped its development and what its founding vision might mean for ASEAN Studies today. 28 August 2026, Friday 9:00 AM–11:00 AM (Philippine Standard Time) Via Zoom Register at: https://url.upou.edu.ph/LTIO-Reg28Aug26 What should ASEAN Studies encompass? What perspectives should shape it? [...]

ASLS Special Episode: the program we imagined – reflecting on the beginnings of the ASEAN Studies Graduate Program2026-09-28T11:52:39+08:00

UPOU highlights learner-centered education at LCL 2026 International Workshop in Mongolia

2026-10-01T13:49:55+08:00

UPOU delegates at the LCL 2026 International Workshop in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. From left: Ms. Dona Lyn Piamonte, Asst. Prof. Tricia Ascan, Prof. Dr. Juvy Lizette Gervacio, Asst. Prof. Joseph De Mesa, and Asst. Prof. Regine Karla Bagalanon. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) actively participated in the 5th International Workshop on Learner-Centered Learning (LCL 2026) held on 16–18 September 2026 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, hosted by the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST).  The workshop was co-organized by the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the Asia-Europe Meeting Education and Research Hub for Lifelong Learning [...]

UPOU highlights learner-centered education at LCL 2026 International Workshop in Mongolia2026-10-01T13:49:55+08:00

Philippine voices to shape global dialogue on education

2026-09-28T11:35:19+08:00

BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY, TAGUIG — Insights from education stakeholders in the Philippines are helping shape a global conversation on the future of education, which will continue in the 31st World Conference of the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) in Cebu, Philippines, in 2027.  The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the integration of online learning in conventional higher education. According to the ICDE, users accessing university education programs through online platforms increased from 12.9 million in 2019 to 31.4 million in 2024.  During a press conference held on  Saturday, 26 September 2026, Dr. Joane Serrano, Chancellor of the University [...]

Philippine voices to shape global dialogue on education2026-09-28T11:35:19+08:00

UPOU Chancellor pushes for flexible career pathways through microcredentials

2026-09-28T10:34:56+08:00

University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor Dr. Joane V. Serrano emphasized the need to connect microcredentials with further learning and career opportunities during the First Annual Conference and Assembly of the Association of Micro-Credential Council Philippines Inc. (AMCP). The event was held on 11-12 September 2026 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex. Chancellor Serrano discusses the importance of Microcredentials in Open Borderless LearningPhoto credit: Association of Micro-Credential Council Philippines Inc. Chancellor Serrano delivered the message for the plenary session, “The Pivot towards Career Pathways and the Role of Open Borderless Learning,” The event [...]

UPOU Chancellor pushes for flexible career pathways through microcredentials2026-09-28T10:34:56+08:00

UPOU shares innovation and lifelong learning practices with De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde

2026-09-25T10:47:18+08:00

UPOU QAO Director Ria Valerie Cabanes facilitates benchmarking with delegates from DLS-CSB led by Innovation Manager Jhoann Tandoc. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) welcomed representatives from De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) for a benchmarking activity on 22 September 2026 at the Pook Ugnayan, UPOU Community Hub. The activity focused on UPOU’s innovation framework and programs, particularly the UPOU ASCEND (Alternative System for Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning via Non-Formal and Digital Tracks) Program. The benchmarking discussion provided an opportunity to share UPOU’s practices in developing and implementing projects, research initiatives, and programs aligned [...]

UPOU shares innovation and lifelong learning practices with De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde2026-09-25T10:47:18+08:00

UPOU DSus student wins dual awards at 8th Asia Future Conference in Japan

2026-10-01T15:15:01+08:00

UPOU DSus student Herbert Nalupa with the two awards he received at the 8th Asia Future Conference in Japan. Herbert Nalupa, a student in the Doctor in Sustainability (DSus) program at UP Open University (UPOU), achieved double recognition at the 8th Asia Future Conference (AFC8) by winning both the Best Paper Award and the Best Presentation Award. The conference was held in Sendai City, Japan from 25 t0 29 August 2026.  Alongside his doctoral studies, Nalupa balances his public service duties as the Maritime Education and Training Standards Supervisor (METSS) and Concurrent Chief of the Monitoring Division at [...]

UPOU DSus student wins dual awards at 8th Asia Future Conference in Japan2026-10-01T15:15:01+08:00

UPOU conducts External Quality Reviewers’ Meetings ahead of 6th External Quality Review

2026-09-21T15:36:26+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Quality Assurance Office (QAO), conducted online External Quality Reviewers’ Meetings with the Lead External Reviewers of the Master of International Health (MIH) and the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DR&DM) in preparation for the upcoming 6th External Quality Review (EQR) scheduled on 22–24 September 2026. The online meetings aimed to provide the Lead External Reviewers with an overview of the UPOU EQR process and the activities and arrangements to be expected during the review. The sessions also provided an opportunity for the reviewers to raise questions and seek clarifications [...]

UPOU conducts External Quality Reviewers’ Meetings ahead of 6th External Quality Review2026-09-21T15:36:26+08:00
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