Lessons and experiences in delivering Computer Science in a mixed mode multi-campus, offshore setting

Sheila Howell

Africa Course Leader, School of CS&IT, RMIT University

Date and time: 11.30am-12.30pm, Friday 3rd December, 2004

Venue: 10.11.03

Chair: James Harland

Abstract:

In January, 2003, CSIT and RMIT International commenced the African Virtual University (AVU) Project, - a 4 year World Bank funded project to deliver the RMIT Computer Science diploma and degree to students in Africa. We are now at the half-way point in the project. This presentation will provide an overview of our progress to date. It will discuss the courseware that we are providing, the approach we take to multi-campus management, the performance of our students in Africa and directions for the future. It will also examine the benefits that accrue to CSIT by our involvement in this project.

About the speaker:

Sheila Howell is the Africa Course Leader in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology at RMIT University.

Seminars are free and open to the general public. No booking is necessary.

If you are interested in giving a presentation in this seminar series, or to make suggestions for speakers, please contact James Harland, the seminar co-ordinator.