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Expert and Advocate in Open, Flexible, Online Distance Learning (OFDL) to Speak on Quality Assurance at ICODeL 2023 The International Conference on Open and Distance eLearning (ICODeL) 2023 will feature Professor Dr. Ebba Ossiannilsson, independent researcher, consultant, expert, influencer, and quality assessor in the field of open, flexible, online, and distance learning (OFDL). She is a Board Member of the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) and Chair of the ICDE OER Advocacy Committee. Dr. Ossiannilsson will speak for the third Plenary Session of ICODeL 2023, focusing on  Quality Assurance.  Dr. Ossiannilsson is a Professor [...]

(L-R) USC Councilor Andrei Angelo Canlas, USC Councilor Ma. Dangiela Javier, USC Chairperson Isaiah Athanasius Crisanto, CSC Assistant Commissioner Ariel Ronquillo, ERPO Director IV Prisco Rivera, Jr., ERPO Staff Mylene Muyano, UPOU OSA Director Ria Mae Borromeo, and USC Councilor Harvy Josh Pitargue The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) - University Student Council (USC) and Civil Service Commission (CSC) held a meeting on 22 June 2023 at the CSC Central Office with key persons to discuss updates on the policy governing honor graduate eligibility for open and distance learners (HGE-ODL). The policy covers various Higher Education [...]

Benchmarking meeting of UPOU Library led by University Librarian Jennifer Belen-Bunao with CLSU Library Head Nuelah Reyes and other library staff and IT personnel of both universities The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Library organized a benchmarking meeting with the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) Library last  16 June 2023 at the UPOU OC Conference Room and via Zoom. Participants from the CLSU Library were Ms. Nuelah Reyes, Ms. Camia Lasig, Ms. Vanessa Morales, Ms. Roselyn Madia, Ms. Richie Garabiles, and Mr. Ian Panahon. UPOU Librarian Jennifer Belen-Bunao took the lead in showcasing UPLOAD—the UPOU’s [...]

As a continuation of the University Library's initiative and in preparation for the requirements of the UP Open University Digital Repository, the University Library conducted a series of workshops on Digital Repository for all UPOU offices/units from May to June 2023. Ms. Jennifer Belen-Bunao, University Librarian, served as the resource person for the workshop series. These workshops aimed to guide the participants in identifying, classifying, and organizing physical/electronic records; equip them with knowledge of file naming conventions and the schedule of retention and disposition; and assist them in using the Digital Repository Accession Record.  The workshop series was scheduled as [...]

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) participated in the series of agreements signing last 29 June 2023. This activity aims to sustain the nurturing relationship between the two institutions most especially in the conduct of collaborative research projects, implementation of non-formal online courses, and the interlinking of institutional cooperation. The University of the Philippines Open University Foundation, Inc. (UPOUFI) would also serve as an organization that would strengthen the bond between UPOU and SEARCA in realizing their aforementioned shared goals. The said event [...]

University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, was recently bestowed the CalamBagong Bayani Award 2023, in honor of her remarkable contributions to the progress of the City of Calamba, exemplifying qualities akin to modern-day heroes and serving as an inspiration to their fellow Calambeños. The award ceremony took place on 16 June 2023, as part of the Calambagong Buhayani Festival 2023, a celebration of the richness and vibrannce of Calamba, Laguna. Dr. Bandalaria, as the fourth Chancellor of UPOU, is currently serving her third term in UPOU. She has been an ardent advocate [...]

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), in partnership with the University of Padjadjaran (UNPAD) Faculty of Nursing (FON), conducted a scoping workshop on 15 June 2023 (Thursday) at UNPAD, Bandung, Indonesia. Faculty members expressed their interest in strengthening the collaboration between both universities. These include suggestions for visiting professors to discuss different nursing expertise in both universities, possible research publications and collaborations, and the possibility of exchange students. After the workshop, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Professor and Dean of FMDS, introduced the University of the Philippines (UP) System. It was followed [...]

In a momentous event organized by the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), a turnover ceremony took place on 23 June 2023 at the Audio-Visual Room, UP Open University Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna to welcome the new program chairs for the upcoming Academic Year 2023-2024. The outgoing program chairs gracefully handed over their responsibilities to the incoming program chairs, marking a new chapter for the FMDS programs. The ceremony was filled with messages of gratitude, appreciation, and encouragement. The FMDS turnover ceremony commenced with a warm welcome message delivered by the esteemed FMDS Dean, Dr. Joane V. Serrano. Following [...]

The UP Open University (UPOU) OPEN Talk features topic in Sikolohiyang Pilipino sa Wika, Panitikan, at Midya in the context of secondary and higher education and how to effectively participate mindfully and enrich Philippine psychology through language, literature, and media. This OPEN Talk episode, held on 16 June 2023,  was in collaboration with the Pambansang Samahan ng Sikolohiyang Pilipino (PSSP) with experts in the field of sociology and media: Dr. Alwin C. Aguirre, Professor, Department of Broadcasting, UP Diliman, and Asst. Professor Charmaine P. Galano, Department of Psychology, UP Diliman.  According to Asst. Prof. Galano, psychology is used as a [...]

The Office of Gender Concerns celebrated Pride Month by organizing a highly informative and engaging webinar titled “SOGIESC Orientation and Implications to ODeL Teaching and Learning.” This exciting event occurred on 21 June 2023, from 2 PM to 4 PM, at the Audio Visual Room (AVR) in the UP Open University Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, in hybrid mode. Aligned with UPOU’s chosen theme for Pride Month, “ODeL4GEDSI: Connecting Identities, Creating Allies,” the webinar aimed to explore the role of Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL) in fostering a fair, diverse, and inclusive society. It was a joyous occasion as participants [...]