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EASLIS Holds 2-Day Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop For LIS/RAM Teaching Professionals

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The East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS) last week (18th – 19th June, 2024) held a two day Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop.

The event held at Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (Mak CoCIS), Block B attracted a number of teaching staff at various ranks from Ugandan universities, and the region at large.

In his opening Remarks, the Principal-CoCIS; Prof. Tony Oyana thanked the leadership of EASLIS for holding such an important workshop aimed at improving teaching and learning. He emphasized the importance of pedagogical orientation for teaching staff noting that good subject matter knowledge and good research does not directly translate into good teaching.

Prof. Tonny Oyana, the Mak CoCIS Principal giving his remarks. East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop, 18th – 19th June, 2024, Block B, CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Tonny Oyana, the Mak CoCIS Principal giving his remarks.

He also highlighted a number of other important aspects that contribute to effective learning, including the need to create conducive learning environments, emotional intelligence through the ability to understand and relate to the learners and called for the need to deal away with challenge of superiority attitudes manifested in the by some African scholars that sometimes impedes free interaction with learners thereby affecting effective teaching.

A cross-section of workshop participants. East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop, 18th – 19th June, 2024, Block B, CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
A cross-section of workshop participants.

He noted that everybody has a propensity to learn, but that people learn at different paces hence the need to give attention to every learner. He also emphasized the need for teaching staff to appreciate cultural diversity in learning environments.

The Dean-EASLIS, Dr. Sarah Kaddu giving an overview of workshop noted that the workshop aimed at achieving the following objectives;

Dr. Sarah Kaddu, the EASLIS Dean giving her remarks. East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop, 18th – 19th June, 2024, Block B, CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Dr. Sarah Kaddu, the EASLIS Dean giving her remarks.
  1. Improved teacher-student support, relations and classroom management
  2. Better alignment of course goals, instructional strategies, objectives
  3. Improved lecture planning, content delivery and course evaluation
  4. Enhanced knowledge and skills in content sourcing and preparation
  5. Partnership brokerage and networking among LIS/RAM professionals in Uganda and in the region.
Dr. Rebecca Nambi, one of the workshop facilitators during one of the sessions. East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop, 18th – 19th June, 2024, Block B, CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Dr. Rebecca Nambi, one of the workshop facilitators during one of the sessions.

The participatory workshop was facilitated by Dr. Josephine Najjemba, Dr. Rebecca Nambi, and Dr. Kajumbula; a team of experienced staff in pedagogy training from Makerere University College of Education and External Studies, School of Education.

Dr. Josephine Najjemba, one of the workshop facilitators during one of the sessions. East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) Library & Information Science (LIS), and Records and Archives Management (RAM) Teaching Professionals Pedagogical Re-Orientation Workshop, 18th – 19th June, 2024, Block B, CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Dr. Josephine Najjemba, one of the workshop facilitators during one of the sessions.

The workshop presentations focused on the following areas:

  1. Education Foundations – Teaching Philosophies
  2. Education Foundations – Learning Theories
  3. Pedagogical Models: Teacher Centered vs. Learner Centered Strategies
  4. Teacher and Learners Roles in the Learner-Centered Pedagogy (LCP)
  5. Leadership in pedagogical practice
  6. Assessment: Principles of Assessment, and
  7. Technology enhanced learning

The workshop concluded with a plenary session, and award of certificates to the participants.

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Call For Registration: MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp

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MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp, 31st May & 1st June 2025, 9:00AM - 12:00PM.

The College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) welcomes you to the two-day intensive hands-on Azure Cloud Boot Camp 2025!

Event Details:

Date: 31st May & 1st June 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Agenda:

  • Azure fundamentals
  • Virtual Machines
  • Networking
  • Identity & Security
  • Exam Strategies

Elevate your credentials. Get exam-ready.

Whatsapp Barbara on 0752779964 for any queries.

The registration link: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=LvPJtBfa7U2clc6do48l2Rl6ep3D1FxFiCETHieGxQ5UN1dLWlRFWExEMjc4NkpFMkZLOFI5M09VQi4u

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CoCIS CIPSD Tech Bootcamp for Tech Enthusiasts

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Participants attend a session in the Smart Classroom Facility, College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS). Block A, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Center for Innovations and Professional Skills Development (CIPSD) which delivers state-of-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training center for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training center. The College is also an authorized Testing center, operating under PearsonVUE and Kryterion.

The CIPSD Tech Bootcamp is open to all University STEM Students, IT Professionals and anyone who is passionate about Tech and Practical Computer Training.

Skills Courses & Registration Links

  1. Microsoft Azure: https://forms.gle/KtYqS5tUjkmX9PaS6
  2. Oracle 19C (Database): https://forms.gle/tyLveorJWCWBU2jh6
  3. Data Analysis: https://forms.gle/H63UP1EMMQBbg34ZA
  4. API Development: https://forms.gle/MDUeCfvkrZ5BK1MW6
  5. Machine Learning: https://forms.gle/R7B8168UM66GCUHj7
  6. Cyber Security Ops: https://forms.gle/gN7qDmBTAk999Cu69
  7. Graphics Design: https://forms.gle/eGxfK1ELoFAyS36y7
  8. Artificial Intelligence: https://forms.gle/YrMnqZM2PzUqFF1q9
  9. Embedded Systems Development: https://forms.gle/JjqSrLLTPZdv828aA
  10. Microsoft Office: https://forms.gle/V2Qc8XjRQWhpEEkEA

Contacts for detailed conversation

College of Computing & Information Sciences (CoCIS)
CIPSD (CIT Block A-Front Office | CIT Block B Level 5)
E-mail: psd.cis@mak.ac.ug
Tel: +256 753 200 013 | +256 752 779 964 | +256 752 373 023
URL: https://cocis.mak.ac.ug/cipsd/

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Call For Registration: Azure Cloud Boot Camp 2025

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Block B of the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

The College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) welcomes you to the Azure Cloud Boot Camp 2025!

This hands-on, two-day event is designed to provide you with in-depth knowledge and practical experience using Microsoft Azure. Whether you’re new to cloud computing or looking to enhance your skills, this Boot Camp is perfect for anyone who wants to get started with Azure services and solutions.

Event Details:

Date: 26th & 27th April 2025
Join us on both days for a comprehensive, interactive learning experience. You’ll walk away with new skills and insights that will help you leverage Azure in real-world applications.

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Each day will consist of four hours of focused, engaging sessions. The sessions will include live demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and practical exercises to ensure you gain hands-on experience.

Agenda:

Over the two days, you’ll explore key Azure topics including:

Day 1: Introduction to Azure, Azure Fundamentals, Virtual Machines, Storage Solutions.

Day 2: Azure Networking, Security Best Practices, Azure Resource Management, and more!

Target Audience:

This event is suitable for IT professionals, developers, system administrators, STEM Students from CoCIS, CEDAT, CoVAB, CoNAS, CAES and anyone else in Uganda that is  interested in expanding their cloud computing expertise with Microsoft Azure.

Mandatory requirements:

A laptop with 8gb Ram minimum.

UGX 50,000 for the training and certificate payable after we have created the participants’ whatsapp group, 3 days to the event day.

Azure account (optional; you can sign up for a free trial at Azure for Students)

Whatsapp Barbara on 0752779964 for any queries.

The registration link : https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/066bcc3d-280b-431a-8e77-359ae743e1ec@b4c9f32e-da17-4ded-9c95-ce9da38f25d9

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