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Inclusive and accessible accounting education for social justice
The Unisa 2024 Excellence in Teaching and Learning Festival was held under the theme "Innovating accounting education for inclusivity and accessibility to ensure social justice". The College of Accounting Sciences (CAS) celebrated the dedication and achievements of its staff members and their contributions to advancing the field of accounting education.
Dr Moses Hlongoane, guest speakers, winners and organising committee celebrate CAS's excellence in teaching and learning
Guest speaker, Portia Mkhabela, the Market Head of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Southern Africa, commended Unisa for its resilience over 30 years of constitutional democracy and highlighted the alignment in values between the Association of ACCA and Unisa. She emphasised the institutions' shared commitment to removing barriers to education through technology and transforming teaching and learning.
Portia Tsakane Mkhabela
Mkhabela discussed the evolving role of educators, stressing the need for them to adapt to changes and understand the socio-economic challenges students face. She urged academics to leverage digital teaching opportunities, engage with the industry and profession, and update their skills continuously to ensure relevant content delivery. She underscored the importance of collaboration between Unisa and professional bodies like the ACCA to support students' academic and professional goals. She noted that Unisa students, with their independent nature, align well with the ACCA's values. The accreditation of Unisa's programmes by the ACCA, which recently received accreditation from the Independent Regulatory Board of Auditors (IRBA), marks a significant milestone in making the auditing profession more accessible.
Excellence in Teaching and Learning Festival Awards
Dr Moses Hlongoane, the Executive Dean of CAS, congratulated staff members who were nominated for this year's Excellence in Teaching and Learning Festival Awards, praising their dedication and commitment. He also took the opportunity to acknowledge the timely sign-off and release of the May/June results, which enabled students to start the academic year on schedule. He also expressed appreciation for the academic efforts in preparing students for the Initial Test of Competence (ITC). Hlongoane lauded the nominees for their hard work in preparing their portfolios and accepting the nominations. He remarked: "I applaud you for accepting the nomination and accepting to represent the college at the institutional level. This is a true reflection of your commitment to excellence in education."
The following staff members won this year's Excellence in Teaching and Learning Festival awards:
Category: Excellence Award for Student Support
Sibusiso Mlotshwa
Category: Excellence Award for Transformation in Teaching and Learning
Neo Molefi-Kau and Nolukhanyo Mkala
Category: Excellence Award for Module Design
Duwayne Kock
Category: Excellence Award for Innovation in Teaching and Learning
Ilse Morgan
"These winners exemplify the innovative spirit and commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in accounting education that the festival aims to celebrate. Their achievements reflect their dedication to social justice and the relentless pursuit of finding ways to encourage and support students in achieving their academic and professional goals." Hlongoane said the college is proud of their exceptional work, and it will shine a spotlight on their work. "Festivals like these serve not only as awards ceremonies but also as an opportunity to share best practices and as a source of inspiration to fellow colleagues," said Mlungisi Hlongoane, the Head of Quality Assurance at CAS.
Celebrating accounting excellence
The event was filled with excitement, featuring entertainment by a music band with staff members dancing to celebrate with the winners. Assisted by the college's communication and marketing specialist, Ntsako Mohlaba, and academics from the various departments, the college put together an outstanding event that the adjudicators praised for a job well done.
* By Ntsako Mohlaba, CAS: Communication and Marketing Specialist
Publish date: 2024/08/16
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