The Young Africa Works in Kenya TVET-18 Project has concluded!

To celebrate the project and its achievements, partners held a Legacy Forum.

TVET-18 is a partnership between Colleges and Institutes Canada and the Mastercard Foundation under the Young Africa Works Program. Humber Polytechnic led the three-year initiative focused on equipping youth with the skills and qualifications needed to operate in the Big Four Agenda (Food Security, Affordable Housing, Manufacturing, and Universal Healthcare) and Digital sectors, contributing to Kenya's Vision 2030 of transforming Kenya into a middle-income country.

The Legacy Forum brought together key stakeholders and project partners to engage in panels, discussions, and presentations about achievements participating Kenyan institutions made toward training, curriculum development, gender equality, enrollment, institutional and community outreach, and more.

IDI team members Juanita Perez, International Development Project Lead, Jorge Montoya, Manager of Business Operations, and Kent Schroeder, Senior Advisor, Research Evaluation and Learning, participated in the project's closure, providing guidance on the next steps and ensuring its legacy.

Read the closing article to learn more about the project's achievements and the participation of Humber faculty and staff.

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askHumBee is an easy-to-use digital assistant for the Human Resource Management System (HRMS) to support employees and managers at Humber Polytechnic and the University of Guelph-Humber to find answers to common HR-related questions quickly. Powered by Oracle we have pre-programmed more than 2,000 queries, like policies, benefits, and how-to guides.

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The College Employer Council has posted "Please Vote October 15-17" on its site. 

The College Employer Council (CEC) is the government mandated bargaining agent for the 24 Ontario publicly funded Colleges that negotiate collective agreements with unionized staff. The following information is being distributed on behalf of the CEC.

Innovative Learning Micro-Credentials Offering for Faculty – Fall 2024 

Innovative Learning is committed to the development and enhancement of both teaching and curriculum design across the institution. In the Fall 2024 semester, we are offering six micro-credentials focused on professional learning. These offerings are designed to support the advancement of teaching, facilitation, curriculum development, and curriculum design skills.  

 All programs are asynchronous, delivered online, and provided at no cost to all Humber employees. Registration is limited to active Humber employees, and spaces are limited.  

Fall 2024 Offering:

Start and End Date: November 4 – December 1 
NOTE: CRDD001 – End on December 15 

Website: Micro credentials Description 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Indicate your interest by completing the IL Micro-Credentials Offering for Fall 2024 Intake Form Upon completion of the form, a secure link will be displayed for you to use to register yourself through the CPL website. 

Innovative Learning Certificate Program Offering for Faculty – Fall 2024  

Innovative Learning is committed to the development and enhancement of teaching and curriculum design across the institution. In the Fall 2024 semester, we are offering three certificates focused on professional learning. These offerings are designed to support the advancement of teaching, facilitation, curriculum development, and curriculum design skills.  

All programs are asynchronous, delivered online, and provided at no cost to all Humber employees. Registration is limited to active Humber employees, and spaces are limited. 

The Inclusive Curricular Design Certificate (ICDC) explores how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can guide the creation of robust and accessible learning experiences for all students. The principles of UDL are founded in equity, collaboration, flexibility, and accountability, and promote a proactive, skill-building approach to course design. Participants will apply these principles to ensure that the diverse needs, abilities, and backgrounds of all students are addressed through a variety of teaching and learning strategies. 

Website: Inclusive Curricular Design Certificate Descriptions 

The Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate (CIEC) is designed for educators who aspire to create culturally sustaining and responsive learning experiences for all learners. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and embracing the unique challenges and opportunities that cultural and linguistic diversity bring to the educational environment. The courses within this certificate provide participants with opportunities to explore the impact of culture on learners' identities and to critically examine current teaching and learning practices that may overlook or marginalize learner diversity. Participants will develop strategies to enhance their knowledge and skills in intercultural understanding, communication, and curriculum development. 

Website: Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate Description 

The Teaching Effectiveness Certificate (TEC) is a foundational professional learning program designed for educators and trainers who are new to teaching in adult learning environments as well as for experienced educators and trainers seeking to revisit and reflect on the fundamentals of effectively teaching adult learners. This certificate provides essential training in key areas such as curriculum design, instructional strategies, assessment methods, and creating a community of learners. Participants who complete the certificate will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to confidently teach adult learners. The certificate consists of four courses, offering a comprehensive introduction to the core principles of adult teaching and learning.   

Upon successful completion of the four core courses, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.   

Website: Teaching Effectiveness Certificate Description 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Indicate your interest by completing the IL Certificate Program Offering for Fall 2024 Intake Form Upon completion of the form, a secure link will be displayed for you to use to register yourself through the CPL website.