Empowering STEM educators in Fiji: Integrating OERs and technology in the classroom

Integration of Open Educational Resources (OERs) and technology in teaching and learning is crucial for enhancing learning experiences, particularly in STEM education. This presentation outlines a training programme designed for Fiji secondary STEM teachers, focusing on the basics of OERs and the role of technology in education. The programme included a 2-day face-to-face workshop and an online component hosted on Moodle, featuring a main course and two sub-courses: 'OER Basics' and 'Introduction to AI and ChatGPT.' The 'OER Basics' course was adapted from the 'Digital Skills for OER Sharing' online course developed by the Commonwealth of Learning. This training aims to equip educators with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate OERs and technology into their teaching practices, fostering a more interactive and inclusive learning environment. These resources and activities are outcomes for the Pacific Partnership in Open Distance and Flexible Learning.

Facilitator

Mojito Jione, MS, has been an Open Education Design Architect at the Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) at University of the South Pacific (USP) since February of 2022. He has worked at CFL for over 10 years. He holds a Masters degree in Information Systems, Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDipIT), Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching, and a Bachelor of Science degree from USP. His interests lie with integrating technology in teaching and learning particularly with Moodle, Mahara, eLearning authoring tools, and Web 2.0/3.0 tools

APODE Week

This event is organised as part of the Asia-Pacific Online and Distance Education Week (APODE) by Flexible Learning Association of New Zealand (FLANZ). Globally, we partner with EDEN Digital Learning Europe who will be holding the European Open and Digital Learning Week.

This event takes place on 14 November 2024, 1-2pm NZDT.

Banner image: Rainbow Reef in Fiji in the Sumosomo Strait. Photo by Johnny Africa on Unsplashm