UPOU & Japan Foundation Manila Solidifies Partnership through MOU Signing

2024-08-09T17:00:03+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Japan Foundation Manila (JFM) solidified their collaborative ties through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 8 August 2024. The event marked a significant milestone in the partnership that has been steadily growing over the past few months. UPOU Chancellor Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria expressed her enthusiasm for the formalized partnership, emphasizing its importance in addressing the sector's needs benefiting from Japanese language education. Dr. Bandalaria manifested her gratitude to JFM for their trust and confidence in UPOU. She also acknowledged the instrumental role of Dr. Roberto [...]

UPOU & Japan Foundation Manila Solidifies Partnership through MOU Signing2024-08-09T17:00:03+08:00

Education Revolutionized, ODeL Amplified through UP VINTA

2024-08-09T16:43:28+08:00

University of the Philippines (UP) President Angelo A. Jimenez formally launched the 10 UP Flagship Programs (FP) on 18 June 2024 in time with UP’s 118th Founding Anniversary. The fourth FP is “Open Distance e-Learning (ODeL) for National and Global Reach,” which the UP Open University was commissioned to fulfill when it was created in 1995. ODeL is the very heart of UPOU, and the UP System's embrace of it as its core strategic function is an amplification of the ongoing mission of UP Open University. UPOU has long championed ODeL, advocating for initiatives such as the passage of [...]

Education Revolutionized, ODeL Amplified through UP VINTA2024-08-09T16:43:28+08:00

UPOU Welcomes the Trinity University of Asia for a Benchmarking Visit

2024-08-09T16:54:34+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University welcomed Trinity University of Asia for a benchmarking visit on 08 August 2024 at UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  Visitors from Trinity University of Asia were headed by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Howell Ho, together with Dr. Mark Francisco, Dean of Medical Technology; Dr. Julius Somera, Principal of the Trinity High School; Dr. Mark Daevid Adem, Faculty of College of Hospitality and Tourism Management; Engr. May Anne Laciste, Manager of Trinitian Center for Education and Technology; and Ms. Matilde C. Asuncion, Vice President for Administration and Finance.  Dr. Myra [...]

UPOU Welcomes the Trinity University of Asia for a Benchmarking Visit2024-08-09T16:54:34+08:00

DISCIPLINE: The Game-Changer and Key to Success of an Overseas Student based in Japan

2024-08-09T11:03:56+08:00

Justin Kyle Marasigan completed his Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) program and graduated as Magna Cum Laude. Residing in Japan, he found that studying at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) was the only viable path to achieving his academic goals. His experience at UPOU has contributed significantly to his career as a game designer in Japan. His experience at UPOU has contributed significantly to his career path in Japan. He gained creative skills such as photography, photo editing, and video editing that have helped him grow as a professional. He also developed self-discipline and [...]

DISCIPLINE: The Game-Changer and Key to Success of an Overseas Student based in Japan2024-08-09T11:03:56+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Hosts a Writeshop with UPLB-CFNR on CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions MOOC

2024-08-19T11:53:27+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University – Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) partnered with the University of the Philippines Los Baños – College of Forestry and Natural Resources (UPLB-CFNR) host a Writeshop on designing and developing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) focused on Carbon Neutral Professionals, titled CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions. The event took place on 26 July 2024, at the Audio-Visual Room (AVR) of the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. FMDS Dean Dr. Joane V. Serrano opened the event with a comprehensive overview of the agenda and [...]

UPOU-FMDS Hosts a Writeshop with UPLB-CFNR on CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions MOOC2024-08-19T11:53:27+08:00

UPOU Chancellor, OPA Director Speak at PhilCeCNet’s 19th KEC in Tagaytay

2024-08-06T09:54:39+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, and the UPOU Office of Public Affairs Director, Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, served as resource speakers for the 19th Knowledge Exchange Conference (KEC19) organized by the Philippine Community eCenter Network (PhilCeCNet).  On the first day of the activity, Dr. Almodiel served as the resource person for the two sessions. Her first presentation tackled the Sustainable Development Goals, while her second presentation was on 21st-century Competencies.  Chancellor Bandalaria, on the other hand, gave a lecture on topics about “Lifelong Learning Skills”  for the third session and [...]

UPOU Chancellor, OPA Director Speak at PhilCeCNet’s 19th KEC in Tagaytay2024-08-06T09:54:39+08:00

OUR Conducts Training on Online Exam Proctoring

2024-08-06T09:26:49+08:00

To increase the pool of online exam proctors of the Office of the University Registrar (OUR), the  OUR Admissions Section organized a training on the management of the online proctor exam portal as well as policies and procedures for online proctoring. The trainees will provide assistance during undergraduate and graduate admission tests as well as in qualifying examinations. Fourteen (14) UPOU personnel participated in the training facilitated by Mr. Bryan Alcazar, Electronic Data Processing Section Staff, and Ms. Jennifer Alvarez, Admissions Section Staff, both of the UPOU OUR. The training was conducted on 17 July 2024 at the AudiovisualRoom, [...]

OUR Conducts Training on Online Exam Proctoring2024-08-06T09:26:49+08:00

UPOU-FMDS AADE Regular Faculty and Program Chair Presents Paper in ICOIE 2024

2024-08-06T13:53:36+08:00

Assistant Professor Tricia C. Ascan, regular faculty member and Chair of the Associate of Arts in Digital Entrepreneurship (AADE) Program attended virtually the International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE 2024) last 3-5 July 2024, held at the Hong-Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU). ICOIE provides a platform for educators, researchers, and practitioners to share their experiences and insights on the evolving landscape of open education. The conference aimed to (1) provide a platform for sharing quality research, effective practices and well-formulated views relevant to open and innovative education; (2) facilitate networking and cross-institutional collaboration among researchers and educators in [...]

UPOU-FMDS AADE Regular Faculty and Program Chair Presents Paper in ICOIE 20242024-08-06T13:53:36+08:00

FMDS-MPM Holds Program Workshop

2024-08-05T16:30:56+08:00

The Master of Public Management (MPM) Program of the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), held a hybrid mini-workshop at the UPOU Diliman Learning Center, UP Diliman, and via Zoom, on 31 July 2024. The workshop covered topics such as standardization of course sites and course, study, activity, assignment, and final examination guides; sharing of open and distance e-learning (ODeL) best practices; and updates on the status of MPM initiatives–all with the objective of making the program more accessible, inclusive, and relevant to stakeholders in support of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: [...]

FMDS-MPM Holds Program Workshop2024-08-05T16:30:56+08:00

UPOU Unveils Pioneering Virtual Reality Tour Featuring 360-Degree Videos and Images

2024-08-01T14:42:01+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) is thrilled to launch an enhanced version of its Virtual Reality (VR) Tour. This state-of-the-art initiative adds immersive 360-degree videos, offering a dynamic and interactive way for prospective students, alumni, and the global community to explore the university’s campus and resources.  Users can explore key locations across the campus, all from the comfort of their own homes. This cutting-edge technology allows users to feel as if they are physically present on campus, providing a more engaging and realistic exploration. This innovative tour underscores UPOU’s commitment to making education accessible and inclusive. [...]

UPOU Unveils Pioneering Virtual Reality Tour Featuring 360-Degree Videos and Images2024-08-01T14:42:01+08:00
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