UPOU Faculty of Education

24/09/2026

Welcome to the Faculty of Education, mga e-Skolar ng Bayan!

UPOU FEd holds student orientation for the first trimester and semester of academic year 2026-2027

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Education (FEd) welcomed newly admitted students of its programs in the 1st Trimester and 1st Semester of Academic Year 2026-2027 during a student orientation held on 19 September 2026 at the International Convention Center (ICC), UPOU Headquarters and via Zoom. A total of 328 students attended the event, with 56 onsite participants and 272 online participants.

Read more: https://fed.upou.edu.ph/upou-fed-holds-student-orientation-for-the-first-trimester-and-semester-of-academic-year-2026-2027/

24/09/2026

𝟏 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎!

Looking for a smooth, stress-free way to master research compliance? We've got you covered!

The MOOC, Research Ethics: Fundamental Concepts and Review Process, will officially start in a week, but 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 is now open! This course will run from 1 to 30 October 2026.

This course offers structured materials and focused community discussions to help you build a deeper foundation in ethical awareness. It gives you the exact tools and interactive exercises you need to master the ethics review process from absolutely anywhere.

Take note that this MOOC is 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 and available for everyone, PLUS you'll learn at your own pace.

Existing MODeL users can self-enroll today!

New to MODeL? Here's how to join:
1. Go to http://model.upou.edu.ph/
2. Click “LOG IN” to create a new account.
3. Fill out the form with your details. (𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴.)
4. Check your email account to see your confirmation link. (𝘋𝘶𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘧 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘶𝘱 𝘵𝘰 3 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴.)
5. Confirm and log in.
6. Browse through our website homepage, and select the course you want to enroll in. (𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘦𝘯𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘶𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨.)

We highly recommend using a 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒈𝒍𝒆-𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒂𝒅𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 (𝘨𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮) when creating your account to ensure reliable delivery of messages.

Note: This course is 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 in the MODeL Homepage for easier enrollment. Other courses may 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 for self-enrollment. Please stay tuned for announcements.

Need help? Chat with "Openg" on model.upou.edu.ph.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn anytime, anywhere—enroll today and be part of the future of education!

24/09/2026

6th EQR successfully concluded!

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) officially concluded its 6th External Quality Review for the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DR&DM) and Master of International Health (MIH) programs.

The three-day review culminated in the presentation of preliminary findings by the External Reviewers, providing the programs with valuable insights that can contribute to their continuing quality enhancement efforts.

UPOU extends its sincere appreciation to the External Reviewers:

DR&DM Reviewers
Prof. Nina M. Cadiz (Lead External Quality Reviewer)
Asst. Prof. Blancaflor P. Arada (External Quality Reviewer)

MIH Reviewers
Prof. Leila S. Africa (Lead External Quality Reviewer)
Asst. Prof. Emely M. Amoloza (External Quality Reviewer)

We also extend our appreciation to the program teams, faculty members, staff, students, alumni, employers, and everyone who participated and contributed to the successful conduct of the review.

With the completion of this recent EQR, a total of eleven (11) UPOU degree programs have now been reviewed using the AUN-QA Framework.

24/09/2026

Welcome to the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), e-Skolar ng Bayan! ❤️💚

This academic year’s FICS General Orientation focused on bracing students for a productive and exciting open and distance e-learning (ODeL) journey at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). The hybrid event was held at the World Class Training Room, UPOU Headquarters, and online via Zoom last Saturday, 19 September 2026.

🔗 Read more: https://fics.upou.edu.ph/.../fics-welcomes-new-e-skolars.../

Welcome to the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), e-Skolar ng Bayan! ❤️💚

This academic year’s FICS General Orientation focused on bracing students for a productive and exciting open and distance e-learning (ODeL) journey at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). The hybrid event was held at the World Class Training Room, UPOU Headquarters, and online via Zoom last Saturday, 19 September 2026.

🔗 Read more: https://fics.upou.edu.ph/news/fics-welcomes-new-e-skolars-sets-the-stage-for-meaningful-odel-experience/

23/09/2026

Benchmarking on innovation and lifelong learning

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) welcomed representatives from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde for a benchmarking activity focused on innovation frameworks and programs, particularly the UPOU Advancing Skills and Competencies thru e-Learning for Development (ASCEND) on 22 September 2026 at the Pook Ugnayan, UPOU Community Hub.

The discussion covered UPOU’s approaches to project ideation, research and innovation, funding opportunities, student involvement, intellectual property, and project implementation and monitoring. The benchmarking activity also explored the development and implementation of UPOU’s microcredentials, including its industry-responsive approach and the role of the Quality Circle in ensuring the quality and accessibility of instructional materials.

Through benchmarking activities, UPOU continues to share its practices and learn from partner institutions toward strengthening innovation, lifelong learning, and responsive open and distance education.

Follow UPOU for more news and initiatives on public service and partnerships in advancing Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL).

23/09/2026

This coming International Day of the Older Persons and Elderly Filipino Week, let us rediscover learning as a fundamental right for all persons, regardless of age.

In connection with the implementation of the UPOU’s Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL) for the 3rdAgers Program, the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), in partnership with the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), is launching the maiden broadcast of “Beyond 60: A Magazine Program for the Elderly” on 1 October 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Join us live via the UPOU Networks page and the UP Open University YouTube channel! Register using the link below:

🔗 url.upou.edu.ph/beyond60-reg

“Beyond 60: A Magazine Program for the Elderly” is an official activity of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Chair on Open Education and Lifelong Learning, hosted by UPOU (2026-2030).

22/09/2026

🎶 What if the songs we listen to are shaping the communities we belong to?

Across ASEAN, music has always carried more than melody—the gongs, bamboo instruments, songs and shared rhythms echo throughout the region, connecting people long before any treaty did. When we hear ourselves in each other's music, something shifts: we stop being separate audiences and start becoming community.

That's the idea behind our next session of 𝑳𝒆𝒕'𝒔 𝑻𝒂𝒍𝒌 𝒊𝒕 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓:

"From Listener to Citizen: Music as a Constitutive Force of ASEAN Community"

We'll explore how sound—not just as entertainment, but as a living, border-crossing practice—turns listeners into citizens of a region we're still learning to call home.

Event details:
📅 29 September 2026, Tuesday
⏰ 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time)
📍 via Zoom
📌 Register at: https://url.upou.edu.ph/LTIO-Reg29Sept26

We invite students, scholars, and all those interested in ASEAN to join the conversation.

22/09/2026

Last Batch of EQR for 2026 officially started!

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Quality Assurance Office (QAO), officially kicked off its 6th External Quality Review (EQR) through an opening ceremony for the review of the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DR&DM) and Master of International Health (MIH) programs.

The three-day EQR will feature a series of activities designed to provide the External Reviewers with a comprehensive understanding of the programs. The first two days will include interviews with various stakeholders, including academic staff, support staff, students, alumni, and employers, as well as physical and virtual facilities visits.

Stay tuned for updates as the 6th EQR unfolds!