Moi University Distance Learning

Moi University Distance Learning – Details:

Approaches to the provision and delivery of education are dynamic and Moi University is at the forefront in adapting its system appropriately. It is partly in recognition of this that the Institute of Open and Distance Learning (IODL) was established in November 2007 to spearhead the implementation of ODL in the university. The Institute has 11 (Eleven) members of staff and 5 (five) departments through which it provides its services. It has an ODL Management Board which provides guidance to the Institute and is chaired by the DVC (Academics, Research & Extension). An Evaluation Sub-Committee constituted under the Board ensures quality of the instructional materials developed and produced. It also has an Academic Board with representation from each School within Moi University. Members of this Board serve as intermediaries between IODL and their respective schools, and also enhance the readiness of each school for sensitization, training and preparation of ODL programmes. To date, an e-learning platform- Moi University System of Managing Instruction (MUSOMI) has been installed and is being used for blended learning our academic staff members who have already uploaded courses.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in expanding access to Moi University Academic Programmes

Mission

To spearhead the utilization of alternative and flexible approaches to education provision through distance education, open, electronic and virtual learning in order to increase access to Moi University academic programmes and also provide possibilities for accelerating completion of study.

Quality Objectives

To provide alternative opportunities for further education to those who are eligible.
To offer flexible and alternative approaches to the provision of Moi university academic programmes.
To utilize ICT and other media in the provision and expansion of higher education.
To leverage School and Departmental effectiveness by using ODL in instruction, learning and research.
To provide an avenue for lifelong, continuing, professional education and training.
To develop networks and linkages with other similar institutions.
To support the University mission in enhancing access and equity in education.

Departments

Instructional Materials Design

FUNCTIONS

Designs and provides the format/ guidelines for the development of Self learning instructional materials (SLIM) / modules.
Trains academic staff on how to repackage instructional materials into formats appropriate for ODL
Co-ordinates the production of modules / SLIM in conjunction with schools.
Enhances capacity building through trainings and workshops on new approaches to designing and developing self-learning instructional materials.
Participates in the evaluation of modules
Promotes and Markets ODL programmes of Moi University

Learner & Staff Support

FUNCTIONS

Provides access to reference materials at the ODL Learning Resource Centre
Receives and responds to ODL inquiries
Conducts orientation on Learner Support Services available to staff and students
Maintains a repository of academic materials
Co-ordinates the establishment and management of ODL Study Centres
Co-ordinates the provision of required support services for ODL students
Provides support in the administration and management of courses
Promotes and markets ODL programmes of Moi University

Research Evaluation & Quality Assurance

FUNCTIONS

Spearheads research in order to keep up to date with emerging trends in Open, Distance and e-learning
Co-ordinates Quality Assurance issues within the Institute
Undertakes the necessary research on Open and Distance Learning
Co-ordinates the evaluation of modules developed for ODL programmes
Advices the university on the latest issues in ODL
Contributes in training of users
Promotes and markets ODL programmes of Moi University

Professional & Continuing Education

FUNCTIONS

Co-ordinates the design, development, production and provision of tailor-made professional courses for different target groups
Collaborates with the Schools and other offices in ODL student recruitment and admissions
Co-ordinates the schedules for ODL teaching, learning resources and facilities
Organizes for workshops, conferences and seminars.
Participates in the evaluation of modules
Promotes and markets ODL programmes of Moi University

ICT & Media Services

FUNCTIONS

Provides ICT related support services for all users – academic staff, Learners and guests and runs the IODL computer labs and studios
Undertakes trainings for all users of the MUSOMI e-learning portal
Manages, maintains and updates the e-learning portal and IODL homepage
Receives and responds to email inquiries
Develops and maintains databases of content and users
Provides support in the administration and management of online/e-learning courses and participates in the evaluation of e-courses.
Provides advice and spearheads innovation on the latest technology to use in ODL
Promotes and markets ODL programmes of Moi University