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UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop

2024-07-30T18:49:45+08:00

Demonstrating technological innovation, Mr. Joseph Isaiah Chan, a student at UPOU, captivated attendees with his presentation on 3D scanning technologies like Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) and Gaussian splatting during a workshop hosted by the Center for Open and Distance Teaching and Learning (CODTL) on 4 June 2024. Mr. Chan’s presentation showcased the transformative potential of 3D scanning technologies in various fields, including education and cultural preservation. His work highlighted how these technologies can create detailed, accurate digital representations of physical objects, providing valuable tools for immersive learning experiences. He also discussed the accessibility of these 3D scanning technologies from [...]

UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop2024-07-30T18:49:45+08:00

UPOU Faculty Members Join UP Public Service Summit

2024-06-10T16:19:58+08:00

Eight faculty members of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the UP Public Service Summit, held from 30 to 31 May 2024 at the ITDC Conference Room, Vidal Tan Hall, UP Diliman, Quezon City.  The UPOU delegates representing different Faculty of Studies and unit offices include Dean of the Faculty of Education Dr. Charisse T. Reyes, University Registrar Luisa A. Gelisan, Office of Public Affairs (OPA) Director Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) Director Dr. Finaflor F. Taylan, Ugnayan ng Pahinungod Office (OUP) Dr. Quennie R. Ridulme, Center for Open and Digital [...]

UPOU Faculty Members Join UP Public Service Summit2024-06-10T16:19:58+08:00

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program

2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

“This is a privileged day for us as we mark a significant milestone in our academe’s journey towards a more sustainable future.” This was stated by University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Dr. Jean A. Saludadez, as she highlighted the major role of the University in leveraging its unique capabilities in education, research, community engagement, and policy advocacy, and how these functions significantly contribute to environmental efforts. The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between UPOU and Energy Development Corporation (EDC), was signed on 05 June 2024 at the Teaching and Learning Hub (TLH) Conference [...]

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

UPOU Hosts Benchmarking Activity for De La Salle University

2024-06-10T15:57:47+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) hosted officials from De La Salle University (DLSU) for a benchmarking activity at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna on 28 May 2024. The event was facilitated by Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), Dr. Ricardo Bagarinao, Director of the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL), Mr. Lexter Mangubat, Deputy Director of CODTL Educational Media Production (EMP), and Asst. Prof. Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director of Quality Assurance Office (QAO). The delegates from DLSU Online Distance Education Office (ODEO) was headed by Director, Dr. Jasper Vincent [...]

UPOU Hosts Benchmarking Activity for De La Salle University2024-06-10T15:57:47+08:00

UPOU Faculty Speaks at Workshop for De La Salle Lipa Administrators

2024-06-10T16:14:31+08:00

Assistant Professor Blancaflor P. Arada, UP Open University (UPOU) faculty member under the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) and Program Chair for the Master of Information Systems, served as the resource person for a professional development training organized by De La Salle Lipa for its academic administrators. This was held on 23 May 2024 at De La Salle Lipa in Lipa City, Batangas.  In the workshop titled "Introduction to AI Framework, Using AI, and Writing AI Guides and Policies for Education," Asst. Prof. Arada gave an overview of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms education, illustrating its potential [...]

UPOU Faculty Speaks at Workshop for De La Salle Lipa Administrators2024-06-10T16:14:31+08:00

UPOU Holds Ceremonial Signing of MOU with LPU

2024-06-03T13:16:25+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) and Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) conducted a ceremonial signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) last 21 May 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The forged partnership will center on the following: ● Development of appropriate course requirements per module; ● Conceptualization and development of learning materials/course packs; ● Development of the learning evaluation and assessment criteria; ● Cyberinfrastructure planning, resource sourcing, and implementation; and ● Quality assurance review of the course syllabi/course packs Present at the event are UPOU Chancellor Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria; Vice Chancellor for Academic [...]

UPOU Holds Ceremonial Signing of MOU with LPU2024-06-03T13:16:25+08:00

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs

2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

From right to left, Ms Agra, Asst Professor Depante, Mr Ybañez, Dean Rabajante, Dean Serrano, Director Gamala, Asst Professor Jarabe, Mr Tan, and Ms. Ebron. Education is key to building stronger communities that can withstand disasters and the climate emergency. Universities are stepping up to prepare the next generation of experts with the knowledge and skills needed to anticipate, adapt to, and recover from these threats. Investing in education, research, and training programs is crucial for tackling these growing challenges. In a move that underscores this crucial task, representatives from the University of the Philippines Resilience Institute [...]

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

Obtaining Excellence in the Quest to Find Oneself

2024-05-31T11:54:31+08:00

Finding oneself can be a long process, but excelling in the process gives a different kind of fulfillment. For Krizia Anne Estrella, it took an exploration of different courses from several  University of the Philippines (UP) campuses until she found the right one at the UP Open University (UPOU). When she took the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) at UPOU, Krizia realized that Arts is much closer to her heart, given her background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This became more evident when she graduated with flying colors and attained her Summa cum laude award. [...]

Obtaining Excellence in the Quest to Find Oneself2024-05-31T11:54:31+08:00

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Bangkok, Thailand

2024-05-31T14:32:55+08:00

The University of the Philippines (UP) proudly launched the University of the Philippines – Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP Vinta) Project, a flagship initiative that aims to make higher-quality education borderless, on 18 May 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Marking a significant departure from traditional education frameworks, UP VINTA adopts an innovative and inclusive approach to learning. It opens doors to a world of knowledge without boundaries, breaking free from the confines of geographical limitations. This pioneering program is designed not only for Filipino learners seeking education abroad but also for those within the Philippines, regardless of their location. [...]

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Bangkok, Thailand2024-05-31T14:32:55+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)

2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00

On May 7, 2024, the Immersive Open Pedagogies Research Program (IOP) continued its educational initiative with the second installment of the “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” at the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), UP Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr., the esteemed director of the IOP Program, kicked off the session by delving into the fascinating realm of virtual reality (VR) tours and explaining the software applications essential for their creation. Ms. Jessa Perez provided a comprehensive demonstration of the NearLife software platform, focusing on crafting interactive videos and VR. Notable participants, including [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00
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