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Grenada reimagines its TVET system for the digital age

As the world of work continues to evolve, Technical and Vocational Education…

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Government representatives tackle skills, youth employment, and inclusion at co-creation gathering in Fiji

As part of COL’s ongoing commitment to strengthening regional collaboration and aligning…

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Bridging education and employment: Turning policy into practice through skills and inclusion

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Razmi Farook, Director-General of the Commonwealth Foundation, on shaping a resilient and inclusive Commonwealth

By Razmi Farook, Director-General of the Commonwealth Foundation As I begin my…

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From the disproportionate impacts of natural disasters and climate change to the widening digital divide, expanding access to learning in the Pacific requires responding to the unique challenges of Small Island Developing States.

Read our latest news story to learn how COL works with its partners and Focal Points in the Pacific to address local realities, strengthen regional collaboration, and align open learning initiatives with national and regional education priorities. In addition to COL's Pacific Partnership for Open, Distance, and Flexible Learning, key areas of focus include teacher professional development, micro-credentials, and TVET, alongside efforts to advance inclusion, AI readiness, and climate resilience.

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New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Pacific Partnership for Open, Distance, and Flexible Learning Ministry of Education FIJI The University of the South Pacific MOE Kiribati Nauru Department of Education Flexible Open and Distance Education of Papua New Guinea Ministry of Education and Culture Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development - MEHRD Ministry of Education and Training Tonga Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development Ministry of Education & Training, Vanuatu #PacificEducation #OpenLearning #ClimateResilience #AIinEducation ... See MoreSee Less

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The EDTECH@UNIMA 2026 conference, hosted by the School of Education at the University of Malawi - UNIMA, kicks off next week with a keynote address by Dr Tony Mays, Director: Education at COL.

Under the conference theme, Open Educational Resources (OER) and education system resilience in sub-Saharan Africa, Dr Mays will present on OER in the age of AI, exploring how it can be leveraged to support systemic resilience.

Tune in to the hybrid event via Zoom on 12 May at 9:00 AM SAST (12:00 AM PST).
Refer to the event flier for the meeting ID and passcode.

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How can we bridge the gap between traditional education and the future of work?

Our regional centre in India, COL-CEMCA, is driving progress — leveraging strategic partnerships to champion inclusive, technology-enabled learning and skills development across eight Commonwealth countries in Asia. By harnessing AI and OER, and empowering women and girls, COL is expanding access to quality education and strengthening pathways for lifelong learning.

Learn more: www.col.org/news/bridging-education-and-employment-turning-policy-into-practice-through-skills-an...

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The Commonwealth consists of three intergovernmental “sister” organisations: the Commonwealth Secretariat, the Commonwealth Foundation, and the Commonwealth of Learning. In our latest issue of Connections, Razmi Farook, Director-General of the Commonwealth Foundation, shares her vision for shaping a more inclusive and resilient Commonwealth. She reflects on the unique mandates of each sister institution, while highlighting our collective alignment and collaborative strength. Read the full story at the news link in our bio. #Commonwealth #EducationForAll #CivicParticipation #LearningForChange

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What’s next for education in the Caribbean? COL held its Caribbean Focal Points Meeting in March 2026, bringing together senior officials from 12 Caribbean Commonwealth countries, along with Malta, to shape a shared vision for improving education and skills development in the region. The priorities are clear: strengthening teacher development, advancing digital and AI literacy, aligning skills with the blue and green economies, and deepening regional collaboration. Discussions also highlighted the need to enhance learning in mathematics and language, and to expand opportunities in STEAM, TVET, and innovation. Read the full story at the news link in our bio. #Connections #Education #Caribbean #DigitalLearning #TVET

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Looking for fresh insights into how open learning is evolving across the Commonwealth? The April 2026 issue of Connections is now live! This edition highlights institutional, national, and regional shifts in education, with reflections from India and the Caribbean on rethinking access, quality, and innovation — particularly in the context of the growing influence of AI. We have also included perspectives from our partners, including the Commonwealth Foundation’s new Director-General and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of South Africa. You’ll find stories, case studies, and resources, along with insights from regional collaborations addressing issues such as skills, youth employment, and inclusion. Learn more and read the full issue at the news link in our bio. #Connections #OpenLearning #DigitalTransformation #InclusiveEducation @commonwealthfdn @unisa

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Webinar #9: Transforming Mindsets and Enhancing Disability Inclusion through Technology: A Case Study of Inclusive Practices in Gateway Modules at NAMCOL Chair: Dr Schontal Moore, VUSSC Adviser, COL Key Presenters: Prof. Jacomina MOTITSWE, Associate Professor & Chair Department of Inclusive Education College of Education University of South Africa (UNISA) Mr. Bheki NXUMALO, Acting Deputy Director, Advocacy & Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities (ARCSWiD), University of South Africa (UNISA) January 28, 2026 View other webinars in the VUSSC Voices Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXN-JCVb8z8Awa5Q_7MhO5-niyV9oQYbl&si=FVPmofuJWaI9CWFS ---- This video is made available by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 Licence (international): http://creativecommons.org/licences/by-sa/4.0. ---- www.col.org | X: @col4d | facebook.com/COL4D |
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Webinar 3 of 3 in series on "Empowering Teacher Education through GenAI Literacy, Co-Creation and Innovation" held 6 February 2026 with focus on frameworks and methodologies for assessing the educational impact of AI-generated resources and AI-supported teaching practices. Panelists include: Dr Abdul-Wahab Nawusu Yakubu, Senior Lecturer and Head, Department of Computer Science, Tamale Technical University; Professor Sheena Boateng, academic specialising in information systems and digital transformation; and Professor Abukari Abdul Aziz Danaa, academic and researcher with expertise in computer science, cybersecurity and digital systems. COL in partnership with the Centre for National Distance Learning and Open Schooling (CENDLOS), Ghana, is implementing Phase 2 of the Teacher-in-the-Loop AI project. This phase emphasizes co-creative mentoring to effectively and responsibly integrate OER and GenAI into teacher education in Ghana. ---- This video is made available by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 Licence (international): http://creativecommons.org/licences/by-sa/4.0. ---- www.col.org | X: @col4d | facebook.com/COL4D |
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Webinar 2 of 3 in series on "Empowering Teacher Education through GenAI Literacy, Co-Creation and Innovation" held 30 January 2026 with focus on the use of AI-powered tools to collaboratively develop curriculum-aligned, pedagogically sound OER. Panelists include: Dr Abdul-Wahab Nawusu Yakubu, Senior Lecturer and Head, Department of Computer Science, Tamale Technical University; Professor Sheena Boateng, academic specialising in information systems and digital transformation; and Professor Abukari Abdul Aziz Danaa, academic and researcher with expertise in computer science, cybersecurity and digital systems. COL in partnership with the Centre for National Distance Learning and Open Schooling (CENDLOS), Ghana, is implementing Phase 2 of the Teacher-in-the-Loop AI project. This phase emphasizes co-creative mentoring to effectively and responsibly integrate OER and GenAI into teacher education in Ghana. ---- This video is made available by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 Licence (international): http://creativecommons.org/licences/by-sa/4.0. ---- www.col.org | X: @col4d | facebook.com/COL4D |
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