Open Distance and Elearning
February 1, 2021 2024-11-24 13:57FOpen Distance and Elearning

Message from the Director
Welcome to the Directorate of Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) at Tom Mboya University. Our mission is to provide flexible, accessible, and quality education through the integration of digital tools and remote learning methodologies. We are committed to ensuring that learners—regardless of their location—receive the same academic value as those on campus, while embracing innovation to meet the evolving needs of modern education.
The Directorate welcomes you to Tom Mboya University.
ABOUT US
The Directorate In Details
The TMU ODEL Directorate oversees the implementation of open, distance and electronic learning. It is also in charge of development of eLearning materials in form of Modules, which are used in the facilitation of courses delivered online. Examinations and all forms of assessment are conducted as per the university exam regulations and policy. The directorate conducts digital training and eLearning courses for staff and students, besides offering the necessary administrative, academic and technical support to the faculties. TMU ODEL in collaboration with ICT authority trains champions on various aspects of e-learning. The trained staff are able to: develop and upload course contents in the university’s e-learning platform, create instructional content and assessment materials in readiness for delivery of the university’s common units. Through digitization, TMU students are able to access their timetables, course outlines and marks online on the student portal. TMU ODEL is developing training programmes and infrastructure plans to realize full operationalization of the open distance and eLearning.
VISION, MISSION AND MANDATE
Vision
To be a leader in flexible, inclusive, and technology-driven education that transforms lives and communities through open and distance learning.
Mission
To provide high-quality, learner-centered education through open, distance, and eLearning platforms, empowering diverse learners to achieve academic and professional excellence.
Mandate
- To coordinate, develop, and implement ODeL programs in the university.
- To ensure quality assurance and compliance in distance and online education delivery.
- To train and support faculty and learners in the use of digital teaching and learning tools.
- To promote access to education for marginalized and non-traditional learners.
- To establish and manage eLearning infrastructure and digital content development.
DIRECTORATE DOWN TO THE CORE
Contact the Directorate
Email: odel@tmu.ac.ke
Office Location: Tom Mboya University Main Campus