CRECS Noon-Hour Colloquium with Eucharia Uranta-Okonkwo
Open Pedagogies in Postsecondary Education for Refugees: A Case Study of Nigerian Refugees in the Republic of Niger
Nov 21, 2024 — 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Dear Member,
We invite you to join us on November 21st from 12:00 to 1:00 pm EST for a discussion with Eucharia Uranta-Okonkwo (she/her), Doctoral Candidate with the Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies at the University of Ottawa. Her presentation will touch on "Open Pedagogies in Postsecondary Education for Refugees: A Case Study of Nigerian Refugees in the Republic of Niger".
Abstract :
This research examines the implementation of open pedagogies in postsecondary education for Nigerian refugees in the Republic of Niger. Through a case study approach, it explores how open educational practices can be co-designed to meet the unique needs of displaced learners, contributing to UNESCO's Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) of inclusive and equitable education. The research analyzes current pedagogical practices, identifies challenges, and proposes innovative strategies to enhance learning outcomes. The findings aim to inform policymakers and educators on creating more accessible, flexible, and culturally relevant educational opportunities for refugee populations in crisis-affected regions.
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Eucharia Uranta-Okonkwo
Speaker
Doctoral Candidate with the Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies at the University of Ottawa