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UPOU Faculty and Staff Present Research Papers in the 2nd International Conference on Digital Business, Society, and Economy (ICDBSE) 2024 in Thailand

2024-11-22T17:12:39+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) faculty and staff members participated in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business, Society, and Economy (ICDBSE) 2024, held on 13-14 November 2024, at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The conference, themed “Innovation and Technology towards Sustainability and Lifelong Learning,” brought together experts and stakeholders to discuss advancements in digital technology in business and society. The UPOU delegation was led by the UPOU Chancellor, Dr. Melinda Bandalaria, and representatives from key offices and academic units, including the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration (OVCFA), Office [...]

UPOU Faculty and Staff Present Research Papers in the 2nd International Conference on Digital Business, Society, and Economy (ICDBSE) 2024 in Thailand2024-11-22T17:12:39+08:00

UPOU OPA Conducts Benchmarking Visit to Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU)

2024-11-21T13:05:56+08:00

The UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA) visited the Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) for a benchmarking activity on 12 November 2024 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The representatives from UPOU OPA were led by OPA Director, Dr. Myra Almodiel. They learned about the brief history and development of STOU through a visit to the King Prajadhipok and Queen Rambhai Barni Documentation Center, exploring the journals and books exclusive only for the access of the King of Thailand, the life, works, and important events during King Rama VII’s reign.  The team also visited the university’s open library, which provides students access [...]

UPOU OPA Conducts Benchmarking Visit to Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU)2024-11-21T13:05:56+08:00

Chancellor Bandalaria Speaks with OFDL Leaders at ICDBSE 2024; Leads ICDE GAC Asia Meeting

2024-11-21T12:37:56+08:00

University of the Philippines Open University Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, was at the 2nd International Conference on Digital Business, Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024) held at the Sukhothai Thammatirat Open University in Nonthaburi, Thailand held on 13-14 November 2024.  Chancellor Bandalaria was part of the Special Session titled “Joint Forces for Impactful Advocacy - the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) Global Advocacy Campaign (GAC) in Asia.” She spoke with Torunn Gjelsvik, Secretary General of the ICDE, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Izanee Awang, President/ Vice-Chancellor of Open University Malaysia (OUM), and Dr. John Cribbin, Deputy Director [...]

Chancellor Bandalaria Speaks with OFDL Leaders at ICDBSE 2024; Leads ICDE GAC Asia Meeting2024-11-21T12:37:56+08:00

The UPOU’s Finance Team Participates in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024)

2024-11-19T17:17:46+08:00

The UPOU Finance Team participated in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024) hosted by Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) from 13-15 November 2024 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Themed “Innovation and Technology towards Sustainability and Lifelong Learning,” the event aspires to gather researchers, practitioners, and experts worldwide to exchange knowledge and insights on digital business and technology. The conference also served as “a platform for institutions and thought leaders to drive meaningful dialogue around leveraging technology for sustainable development and lifelong learning, reinforcing its global relevance.” The UPOU Finance Team presented in the Special Session [...]

The UPOU’s Finance Team Participates in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024)2024-11-19T17:17:46+08:00

UPOU Meets with Indonesia Cyber Education Institute of Universitas Terbuka to Strengthen Partnership

2024-11-21T13:15:48+08:00

On 11 November 2024, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, met with the Indonesia Cyber Education (ICE) Institute of Universitas Terbuka for an exploratory meeting. The meeting was held at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  Prof. Dr. Paulina Pannen, Senior Expert, led the delegates from ICE, accompanied by Dr. Hasanuddin, M.Si, Manager of Partnership and Certification;  Caesario Satriatama and Muhammad Iman Saputra, ICE Staff members. The meeting was requested by ICE to enhance our collaborative relationship, explore potential avenues for joint initiatives, especially in MOOCs offering and training of [...]

UPOU Meets with Indonesia Cyber Education Institute of Universitas Terbuka to Strengthen Partnership2024-11-21T13:15:48+08:00

Building the Future of Microcredentials: FMDS Among Key Philippine Representatives at MicroCASA Consortium

2024-11-08T15:50:31+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), represented by Dean Dr. Joane V. Serrano joined the MicroCASA Project Consortium held from 28 to 30 October, 2024, at Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU). As one of the Philippine representatives, FMDS actively engaged in discussions and workshops centered on advancing micro-credentialing frameworks across Southeast Asia. Hosted by ADMU, the third roundtable discussion organized by MicroCASA Erasmus+ focused on the theme, “White Paper: Action Plan for Micro-credentials Adoption in Higher Education for Southeast Asian Countries.” The event gathered leading experts from institutions [...]

Building the Future of Microcredentials: FMDS Among Key Philippine Representatives at MicroCASA Consortium2024-11-08T15:50:31+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Continuing Education Program Hosts a Writing Workshop Microcredential Proposal Development

2024-11-08T15:53:33+08:00

The Continuing Education Program (CEP) of the University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) held a hybrid writing workshop titled “Continuing Education Program Proposal Development for the Institution of Microcredentials: A Writing Workshop” on 03 October 2024 at the Audio Visual Room, UPOU Headquarters. Guided by the Roadmap to UPOU Microcredentials, the writeshop aimed to develop a proposal for the institution of a micro-credential on the non-formal courses under the FMDS-CEP. The writeshop started off with a warm welcome message from Mr. Larry N. Cruz, Program Development Associate of the Continuing Education Program [...]

UPOU-FMDS Continuing Education Program Hosts a Writing Workshop Microcredential Proposal Development2024-11-08T15:53:33+08:00

UP OUverse Launched at the Inaugural Philippine MANGOs Forum

2024-10-28T14:08:09+08:00

On 22 October 2024, the UP Open University (UPOU) unveiled the highly anticipated UP OUverse during the inaugural Philippine Metaverse Academic Nexus for Global Opportunities (MANGOs) Forum, marking a significant milestone in metaverse collaboration among ASEAN universities. The event, held virtually, also represented the first-ever forum in any country dedicated to the MANGOs collaboration—a visionary project aimed at fostering academic, cultural, and technological exchanges within the region through the power of immersive technology. Dr. Roberto B. Figueroa Jr., director of the UPOU Immersive Open Pedagogies Program, was in charge of the launch. He was accompanied by UPOU Chancellor Dr. Melinda dP. [...]

UP OUverse Launched at the Inaugural Philippine MANGOs Forum2024-10-28T14:08:09+08:00

UPOU Facilitated a Consultation Meeting with NITESD-TESDA

2024-10-28T11:44:57+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) facilitated a consultation meeting with the National Institute for Technical Education and Skills Development - Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (NITESD-TESDA) on 18 October 2024, held both via Zoom and in person at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  The TESDA delegation, led by Dr. David Bungallon, Executive Director of NITESD, together with Ms. Bianca Himaya Luna, Supervising TESD Specialist, and Mr. Billy Andrew Buenaflor, met with Dr. Melinda Bandalaria, UPOU Chancellor, and Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA). During the meeting, the [...]

UPOU Facilitated a Consultation Meeting with NITESD-TESDA2024-10-28T11:44:57+08:00

UPOU Hosted Online Benchmarking for the Philippine House of Representatives-Knowledge Management Systems Bureau (KMSB)

2024-10-28T14:11:52+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) conducted an online benchmarking session for the Philippine House of Representatives-Knowledge Management Systems Bureau (KMSB) on 14 October 2024 via Zoom.  UPOU Chancellor Dr. Melinda Bandalaria received the visitors and facilitated the discussion together with Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), and Dr. Reinald Adrian Pugoy, Director of the UPOU Information and Communication Technology Development Office (ICTDO). The delegates from KMSB, headed by Executive Director Roentgen Bronce, included Ms. Katrina Jayne Oprenario, Supervising Legislative Staff Officer; Ms. Mirella Therese Tizon, Legislative Staff Officer; Ms. Lucilla [...]

UPOU Hosted Online Benchmarking for the Philippine House of Representatives-Knowledge Management Systems Bureau (KMSB)2024-10-28T14:11:52+08:00
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