Distance learning
The Department of Distance learning supports teacher education, pedagogy and curriculum practice, student mentorship and curriculum delivery within College of Education, Open and Distance Learning at the Main Campus.
On 1st June, 2006 the Institute of Open and Distance Learning (IODL) câ¬â now amalgamated with other faculties and transformed into a College was started at Kampala International University. It was officially launched during the 3rd graduation ceremony of Kampala International University on 10th November, 2006 by His Excellency Thanduyise Henry Chiliza, High Commissioner of South Africa to Uganda. Later, in October 2011, the College of Education, Open and Distance e-Learning (CEODL) was established out of the merger of Faculty of Education, Access, College of Open and Distance Learning and Part of Mass communication.
In the past decade, distance education has become an increasingly popular way for colleges to provide access to their programs and for students to learn about topics and get degrees they might not otherwise be able to pursue, it occurs when there is a separation between the instructor and the student, usually due to geographical or time concerns that prevent the student from attending an on-campus course. These programs have usually been specially designed to help best meet the needs and requirements that arise when learning is taking place outside of a traditional classroom setting.
Distance learning makes it much easier for some students to complete a degree or get additional job-training while balancing work and family commitments. Because the hours when class work can be completed are flexible, as most distance learning programs allow students to work at their own pace and on their own time, many students can complete their work during times when they are free, rather than scheduling their lives around a set classroom time. With more flexibility comes more responsibility on the part of the learner. Students must learn to work well independently and without the constant guidance and monitoring of an instructor, making distance learning a challenge for those who are not easily self-motivated.
To respond to societal needs and to overcome many of the academic challenges, Kampala International University has committed itself to providing the very best in distance learning programmes. We, therefore, invite you to check out our current course offerings; diplomas, bachelors and masters.
Objectives
- To produce independent-minded, skilful and competent graduates that can contribute to the development of a just society for present and future generations;
- To become a premier international university that provides need-based, consumer-driven and good quality academic programmes;
- To integrate the UN Global Compact core principles of responsible management education in the curriculum; corporate sustainability câ¬â in achieving the sustainable development goals; human rights, labour, environment and ant-corrution.
- To integrate the principles, values and practices of sustainable development into all aspects of university education and learning; and
- To develop an entrepreneurial culture in which the concept of student as client, stakeholder involvement, increased accountability, and quality assurance procedures, are all a part.
Mission
The mission of the department is extracted from the main University Mission.
The Mission of the Department is to expand access to education by offering alternative to those qualified applicants who are unable to enroll for full time programmes, and those who - for various reasons, - prefer the convenience and ease of studying from home.
Vision
To become a premier institution of international repute that prepares students for the world of work and for an inclusive society.
Philosophy
The department philosophy is inclined to the University main philosophy;
The University regards each student as a unique individual who brings to the learning environment certain strengths and ideals. It is the role of the University to assist students to actualize their strengths. The University ensures that the educational experience of students is to produce productive graduates who can contribute positively to the overall well being of society. Holistic development and a strong, positive intellectual development is what the University strives to inculcate in each student and stimulate general awareness in this era.
Core Values
Excellence, academic freedom, professionalism, creativity, innovation, truth, self-reliance, equal opportunity, relevance and moral integrity are our core values.
Leadership
Published academic leadership assignment for this department.
Dr Olubusayo Fakuade Victor
HOD
Staff members
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Main Campus
Ms Kaizeri Dorothy
Head of Department