Concept
The University Resource Center (URC) aims to develop and transform existing talent through its continuing education programmes for professionals and institutions in the fields of education and development. To this end, the URC looks to:
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Understand, interpret and respond to the continuing professional development needs in the sector.
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Create and deliver quality education and training through face-to-face and distance learning modes.
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Be a critical link between the University and the the worlds of policy and grassroots practice outside.
Objectives
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Develop high-quality professional development opportunities for existing talent in the sector.
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Bridge theory and practice by optimal use of resources available in the University.
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Build the capacity among the Foundation's State and District Institutes.
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Create a body of knowledge and resources that can inform research and advocacy areas.
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Create and disseminate knowledge through publications, conferences and institutions such as the Foundation's State and District Institutes
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Use established and new technologies in order to increase efficiency and reach.
Key Activities and Programmes
The URC currently serves professionals in the education and development sectors from government, private, civil society and private institutions through three key programmes:
Content Creation: A continuous set of programmes for catering to these audiences such as Executive Development programmes for senior government officials, school leadership programmes for teachers/teacher educator.
Capacity Building: This is done through Continuing Education programmes conducted by URC specialists. The programmes are based on the field needs of individuals/groups identified by the State/District Institutes and other practice units.
Consulting: The URC provides professional advice to clients and assists clients identify and implement solutions in areas of expertise including education leadership and management, academics and pedagogy, research, quality and community empowerment.
