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Free Course: Learner Support for Open Distance and Flexible LearningPACFOLD is happy to announce the offering of LS4ODFL. It will be facilitated by the Centre for Flexible Learning at the University of the South Pacific. This course was developed as part of the Pacific Partnership for ODFL in the Pacific. Course Summary Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Level: Introductory Requirements: Access to a computer and internet. Start Date: May 29th, 2023 Duration: 4 weeks (course will remain open after end date) Certification: Certificate of Completion (PDF) Digital Badges: 6 badges Platform: Moodle (Open Pasifika) Register now Course Description Helping students flourish and succeed is the goal of every teacher. This course is designed to help teachers develop and implement effective learner support practices in Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (ODFL) contexts. The course is particularly suited for teachers in the Pacific Region but will be of benefit to any developing country context. It will run over 4 weeks and will require 3-5 hours of time each week. Participants will learn from readings, videos as well as discussions with fellow teachers and mentors. A Certificate of Completion will be given to those who complete all the tasks in the course. Learning Outcomes At the end of this course participants will be able to: Reflect on the current learning and teaching practices and design principles that lead to optimised learner experiences. Review and discuss the different types of learner support strategies that should be provided in an ODFL environment. Explore the practicalities of integrating educational technologies to support ODFL learners. Gain hands-on experience in implementing qualityRead moreFree Course: Learner Support for Open Distance and Flexible Learning

Assessment Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (AS4ODFL)PACFOLD is excited to announce the offering of Assessment Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (AS4ODFL) – a free online course that will be facilitated by the Centre for Flexible Learning at the University of the South Pacific. Learning outcome In this short online course teachers will design online activity-based assessment to support teaching and learning. Dates:27 March – 16 April 2023*Mode:Online with facilitatorCertificationYesWorkload:3 to 5 hours per weekDuration3 Weeks* * Note: Access to course materials and certification options will remain open should you require more time to complete the course. Certification options Earn two badges to become an “ODFL Assessor” and gain a PDF CRead moreAssessment Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (AS4ODFL)

Quality assurance for open distance and flexible learning (Part 1)Free Professional Development Opportunity for Pacific Teachers The Pacific Partnership for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning is excited to announce the inaugural offering of Quality Assurance for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (QA4ODFL) – a free online course that will be facilitated by Ephraim Mhlanga, Programme Specialist Quality Assurance at Saide in South Africa. Learning outcome On successful completion of this short course learners will have an understanding of the salient aspects that need careful attention if ODFL provisioning is to be credible. Date:22 February 2023*Mode:Online with facilitatorCertificationYesWorkload:5 to 6 hours per weekCourse summary:Online * Note: Access to course materials and certification options will remain open should you require more time to complete the course. Certification options Certificate of participation and badge There is a learning quiz at the end of each unit. If you complete at least three of those quizzes and get 60% or above for each quiz, you will get a Certificate of Participation and a Participation Badge. QA4ODFL Completion certificate and badge If you complete all four unit quizzes as well as the scenario-based aRead moreQuality assurance for open distance and flexible learning (Part 1)

We are pleased to inform you that registration is now open for a third offering of the Advanced Cybersecurity Training for Teachers course beginning January 23, 2023.

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The TCT MOOC has been designed to assist teachers, student teachers, teacher educators and instructional designers to plan and develop a chemistry lesson and related assessments with technology. The exploration […]

The Tenth Pan-Commonwealth Forum (PCF10) on Open Learning, co-hosted by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Athabasca University (AU), was held in Calgary in Canada between 14 and 16 September, 2022. The theme […]

The Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) and the Pacific Centre for Flexible and Open Learning for Development (PACFOLD) at the University of the South Pacific (USP) in collaboration with the Commonwealth of […]

FREE Course: Communication Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible LearningPACFOLD is happy to announce the re-offering of Communication Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (CS4ODFL). This course is part of the Pacific Partnership for ODFL in the Pacific. This offer will be facilitated by the Centre for Flexible Learning of the University of the South Pacific. Course summary Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Level: Introductory Requirements: Access to a computer and internet. Start Date: June 27th, 2022 Duration: 4 weeks (course will remain open after end date) Certification: Certificate of Completion (PDF) Digital Badges: 6 badges Platform: Moodle (Preview course here) Register now Course description This course helps teachers improve their communication skills in Open, Distance and Flexible Learning. It is particularly suited for teachers in the Pacific Region but will be of benefit to any developing country context. It will run over four weeks* and will require 3 – 5 hours of time each week. Participants will learn from readings, videos as well as discussions with fellow teachers and mentors. A certificate of completion will be issued to those who complete all the relevant tasks in the course. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this micro-course, learners will be able to: Develop an understanding of the role of inclusive and equitable communication practices, teaching presence, and course netiquette for successful ODFL delivery. Learn about the uses of technology and media for efficient and accessible communication in an ODFL environment. Review and discuss key pedagogical considerations when designing course structure, learning activities, feedback and communication strategies. Recognise the attributes of an effective online facilitator. Gain hands-on experience in weaving online discussions and interactions including strategies for conflict-management in the ODFL space. Register now Course Details This is a hands-on, activity-based course in which teachers will complete four learning challenges: Course Netiquette challenge ODFL communication tools mind mapping challenge Course communication plan challenge Weaving discussion forum challenge Certification For every challenge completed participants will receive a digital badge. In addition, a participant badge is issued if you pass the knowledge test. By completing all the learning challenges and theRead moreFREE Course: Communication Skills for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning

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With support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand, COL launched the ‘Partnership for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning in the Pacific’ project, in […]