Project bolsters Namibia's higher education
In a significant stride towards enhancing the quality and standard of higher education in Namibia, the National Multiplication Training (NMT) project has been launched in collaboration with the University of Namibia (Unam), the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the German Rectors’ Conference (HRK) and the University of Potsdam (UP) in Germany.The project, officially launched by Unam vice-chancellor Kenneth Matengu, is aims to advance the nation's higher education landscape.
Designed to bolster capacity in quality assurance at the national level, the project seeks to "equip participants with the knowledge and tools required to ensure that the quality of education delivered in Namibian higher institutions remains at par with international standards," Matengu said.
A standout feature the stipulation that all participants must develop and implement an institutional change project during their training. This hands-on component is crucial in translating theory into tangible results and underscores the project's commitment to fostering change within the nation's educational institutions, he added.
He lauded the training committee's approach to structuring the programme, highlighting their foresight in ensuring its impact is commendable.
"The inclusion of practical projects aligns seamlessly with the overarching goal of fostering substantive change within Namibia's educational landscape."
Matengu urged the participants of the NMT project to "embrace this opportunity with zeal and dedication". Their involvement in this initiative, particularly through their institutional change projects, holds the promise of making a substantial difference in the realm of quality assurance within their respective institutions, he added.
The workshop's theme, 'Strengthening internal quality assurance and study programme development in higher education institutions in Namibia', encapsulates the essence of what the project aims to achieve by enhancing the quality of education, promoting effective study programme development and nurturing a culture of continual improvement.