Research
Promoting the use of research evidence in policymaking
"I am deeply honoured to have received the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Research and am grateful for the recognition of my research work in the broad field of information science," says Prof Omwoyo Bosire Onyancha in humility. Read more
Ban it or embrace it: universities grapple with AI
In the age of generative artificial intelligence, the pressure is on universities to ensure their graduates are critical thinkers who know how to distinguish between fake facts and the truth. This was one of the key points made during a panel discussion on ChatGPT at Unisa's 2023 ODeL Conference. Read more
Universities urged to remain relevant through Comprehensive ODeL
Speaking at the 2023 International Open and Distance eLearning Conference, Prof Romeela Mohee, Higher Education Commissioner of Mauritius, reiterated the importance of flexible learning that is accessible to everyone, and further acknowledged that the Covid-19 pandemic has been an accelerator of online learning. Read more
Renowned African public intellectual and interdisciplinary scholar to speak at the 2023 ODeL Conference
As a scholar, public intellectual and seasoned university administrator with experience in the higher education sector in six countries on three continents, Prof Paul Tiyambe Zeleza will share his views at the 2023 Unisa ODeL Conference. (Image credit: Case Western Reserve University) Read more
SoLAR founding president to address Unisa ODeL conference
No stranger to South Africa, Dr George Siemens, who researches how human and artificial cognition intersects knowledge processes, will address the upcoming 2023 Unisa Open Distance and eLearning Conference. Read more
Creating partnerships to drive local, regional and national socio-economic development
Universities have long been knowledge discovery and innovation centres. They are the breeding ground for future leaders, scholars and changemakers. However, to truly make a lasting impact, universities must extend their research beyond the university's walls and form strong bonds with industry leaders. Read more
Celebrating Unisa's inclusive research agenda
The spotlight shone brightly on Unisa as scholars and established researchers, including academics, support staff and students virtually convened to unlock the secrets of reinvigorating research. Read more
Leading OER expert to address ODeL conference
Leading advocate of technology and open education resources fundi, Jenny Glennie, will share her insights at the highly anticipated 2023 Unisa ODeL conference (Image source: National Association of Social Change Entities in Education). Read more
In her own words: Unisa's COL Chair on the university's international prestige and her new role as a leading ODL scholar
In this fascinating interview, Prof Geesje van den Berg reflects on the positive impact and influence that she will have as South Africa's only Commonwealth of Learning Chair, and the massively supportive role played by the university she has called home for more than 20 years. Read more
Mauritian Higher Education Commissioner to address Unisa ODeL Conference
Prof Romeela Mohee, the Higher Education Commissioner of Mauritius, is just one of a host of internationally acclaimed education specialists who will be speaking at the 2023 Unisa International Open Distance and eLearning Conference. Read more