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Free online courses could be a path to higher education in African countries but awareness is low
How exactly are MOOCs being used by African universities? Are any countries’ education systems effectively using MOOCs to widen higher education access? Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise of the College of Education discusses these issues in an article published on The Conversation. Read more
Online learning platforms aren't enough – lecturers need the right technical skills
In an article published on The Conversation, Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise of the College of Education says that it’s not enough for universities to offer technological platforms. Those who transfer knowledge – lecturers – must do so skilfully. Read more
Unisa is a driver of teaching and learning empowerment
As it continues to shape and reclaim Africa’s intellectual futures, Unisa contributes immensely to an improved education system in South Africa and towards the National Development Plan 2030, thus the Sustainable Development Goals more so of equitable and equal education. Read more
An education lifeline for golf caddies
Unisa, the Finding the Fair Way Foundation and Cornerstone Performance Solutions recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement to equip golf caddies with skills and to enable them to participate in education and training programmes. Read more
Exemplary leadership sees Mbatha graduate
Deputy Secretary of the Unisa Mpumalanga Regional SRC Nomfundo Mbatha takes leadership prowess to the next level by obtaining a Bachelor of Education degree. Mbatha is also a National Executive Committee member of SAUS and the Secretary General of the Unisa College of Education Association. Read more
"Teaching is my calling" - BEd graduate
Studying her way towards a professional teaching degree and a permanent post, recent graduate Sanele Dlamini is the embodiment of the zeal and tenacity that make Unisans great. Read more
Persistence holds the key for visually impaired Dr Mlambo
Visually impaired Dr Mlambo Farisai from Zimbabwe forms the spring graduation crop of #UnisaGraduation2022 #Circleofexcellene at Unisa. Mlambo received a PhD from the College of Education through persistence and unyielding grit. She is also a lecturer at the Great Zimbabwe University (GZU). Read more
From PA to PhD
Starting her career at Unisa as a personal assistant, Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise worked her way up the academic ladder by obtaining a master's degree with distinction and, recently, her doctorate. Read more
Acclaimed scholar proposes a new paradigm to enhance research practice
Prof Norma Romm, the recipient of the 2022 Unisa Research and Innovation Women in Research: Research Leadership Award, envisions the constructive impact that the proposed indigenous paradigm will have in social research. Read more
Highest Unisa accolade for high-energy, high-impact researcher
Widely viewed as one of the most influential African scientists, Prof Moeketsi Letseka was honoured with the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Research based on his remarkable output of quality research and boundless energy in the pursuit of scholarly excellence. Read more