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UP VINTA Program Launches in New Taipei City, Taiwan as MECO celebrates Philippine Independence and Migrant Workers Day

2024-06-21T15:36:54+08:00

The University of the Philippines (UP) launched its flagship program, UP Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA), for the fourth time on 16 June 2024, coinciding with a joint celebration by the Manila Economic Cultural Office (MECO) in New Taipei City, Taiwan, for Philippine Independence Day and Migrant Workers Day. The pioneering program is dedicated to overcoming barriers in education and adopting an innovative and inclusive approach to learning, providing boundless access to knowledge. This visionary initiative caters to Filipinos pursuing education, whether they are in the Philippines or overseas. In coordination with the Migrant Workers’ Office (MWO) [...]

UP VINTA Program Launches in New Taipei City, Taiwan as MECO celebrates Philippine Independence and Migrant Workers Day2024-06-21T15:36:54+08:00

UPOU Launches Microcredential Program and ASCEND Platform

2024-06-24T10:49:35+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) publicly launched its Microcredentials and its dedicated ASCEND platform in a ceremony held on 20 June 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The event was also streamed live through the UPOU Networks, UPOU Networks Facebook Page and UPOU Facebook Page.  UPOU's Microcredentials program offers stackable, career-focused courses designed for flexible completion. Learners can upskill or reskill at their own pace, tailoring their learning journey to their specific needs. These micro courses are transferable as a credit load towards a degree program.  ASCEND, which stands for Advancing Skills and [...]

UPOU Launches Microcredential Program and ASCEND Platform2024-06-24T10:49:35+08:00

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Dubai, UAE

2024-06-14T17:21:25+08:00

With an initiative for borderless education, the University of the Philippines (UP) launched its flagship program, the University of the Philippines – Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA), and continued its voyage on 8 June 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The UP VINTA program brings forth its principles which are centered around inclusivity, quality instruction, innovation, and public service to redefine the boundaries of education and approach to learning. As this pioneering program initiative extends its reach to various parts of Asia, it remains steadfast in its mission to break down barriers [...]

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Dubai, UAE2024-06-14T17:21:25+08:00

UP VINTA Launching in New Taipei City, Taiwan

2024-06-13T14:52:56+08:00

The University of the Philippines (UP) is delighted to announce the official launch of the University of the Philippines – Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA) program in Taiwan. The launch event is scheduled to take place on 16 June 2024, at Banqiao Gymnasium, New Taipei City. The UP VINTA Project, a collaborative effort between the University of the Philippines System and international partners, aims to universalize higher education by transcending geographical barriers. Through innovative approaches and partnerships, it seeks to make quality learning accessible to students worldwide, fostering inclusivity and commitment to advancing knowledge and societal progress. [...]

UP VINTA Launching in New Taipei City, Taiwan2024-06-13T14:52:56+08:00

UPOU Employees Attend Synchronized Flag Raising Ceremony to Open UP’s Linggo ng Unibersidad

2024-06-10T15:11:21+08:00

On 10 June 2024, the University of the Philippines (UP) opened the Linggo ng Unibersidad with a synchronized flag-raising ceremony across all UP Constituent Units (CUs). While the main program was held at the Quezon Hall in UP Diliman, all eight UP CUs, including the UP Open University (UPOU), participated in the event via Zoom. At UPOU, the ceremony was held simultaneously at the CCDL Auditorium at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and at the MC Theater of the DICT Building in Diliman, Quezon City. Linggo ng Unibersidad carried the theme “Hayag: Pagpupugay sa mga Lingkod Bayan [...]

UPOU Employees Attend Synchronized Flag Raising Ceremony to Open UP’s Linggo ng Unibersidad2024-06-10T15:11:21+08:00

Step UP, Speak OUt: UPOU kicks off 2024 Pride Month Celebration, Championing Gender Equality in line with SDG 5

2024-06-13T11:47:56+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) launched the UPOU Pride Month on 5 June 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters. To kick off the campaign, a Pride flag was put around our University’s oblation. This symbolic gesture not only marks the beginning of our celebration but also serves as a visible reminder of our university’s unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality for all. Pride Month is part of UPOU’s advocacy and fight for gender equality and inclusivity through the  UPOU OGC and its Gender Focal Point System. This year’s theme f, “Step UP, Speak OUt: [...]

Step UP, Speak OUt: UPOU kicks off 2024 Pride Month Celebration, Championing Gender Equality in line with SDG 52024-06-13T11:47:56+08:00

UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop

2024-07-30T18:49:45+08:00

Demonstrating technological innovation, Mr. Joseph Isaiah Chan, a student at UPOU, captivated attendees with his presentation on 3D scanning technologies like Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) and Gaussian splatting during a workshop hosted by the Center for Open and Distance Teaching and Learning (CODTL) on 4 June 2024. Mr. Chan’s presentation showcased the transformative potential of 3D scanning technologies in various fields, including education and cultural preservation. His work highlighted how these technologies can create detailed, accurate digital representations of physical objects, providing valuable tools for immersive learning experiences. He also discussed the accessibility of these 3D scanning technologies from [...]

UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop2024-07-30T18:49:45+08:00

UPOU Faculty Members Join UP Public Service Summit

2024-06-10T16:19:58+08:00

Eight faculty members of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the UP Public Service Summit, held from 30 to 31 May 2024 at the ITDC Conference Room, Vidal Tan Hall, UP Diliman, Quezon City.  The UPOU delegates representing different Faculty of Studies and unit offices include Dean of the Faculty of Education Dr. Charisse T. Reyes, University Registrar Luisa A. Gelisan, Office of Public Affairs (OPA) Director Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) Director Dr. Finaflor F. Taylan, Ugnayan ng Pahinungod Office (OUP) Dr. Quennie R. Ridulme, Center for Open and Digital [...]

UPOU Faculty Members Join UP Public Service Summit2024-06-10T16:19:58+08:00

UPOU Hosts Benchmarking Activity for De La Salle University

2024-06-10T15:57:47+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) hosted officials from De La Salle University (DLSU) for a benchmarking activity at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna on 28 May 2024. The event was facilitated by Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), Dr. Ricardo Bagarinao, Director of the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL), Mr. Lexter Mangubat, Deputy Director of CODTL Educational Media Production (EMP), and Asst. Prof. Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director of Quality Assurance Office (QAO). The delegates from DLSU Online Distance Education Office (ODEO) was headed by Director, Dr. Jasper Vincent [...]

UPOU Hosts Benchmarking Activity for De La Salle University2024-06-10T15:57:47+08:00

Immersive Open Pedagogies: Insights from Dr. Figueroa’s Lecture at UPD

2024-07-30T19:05:00+08:00

On May 28, 2024, Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr. delivered his lecture at the College of Education, University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) to share the conceptualization and implementation of IOP. He was invited by Dr. Amelia Fajardo and Assistant Professor Ferdinand Pol Martin. Dr. Figueroa’s lecture delved into the theoretical foundation of IOP. These pedagogies are designed to enhance learning experiences by utilizing immersive technologies and open educational resources. The program’s goal is to create more inclusive, engaging, and effective immersive educational environments that can adapt to diverse learning needs and contexts. In his discussion, Dr. Figueroa illustrated how [...]

Immersive Open Pedagogies: Insights from Dr. Figueroa’s Lecture at UPD2024-07-30T19:05:00+08:00
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