Collaborative Development and Utilization of iLabs in East Africa
Author:
Mwikirize Cosmas1, Tumusiime Arthur Asiimwe1, Musasizi Paul Isaac1, Tickodri-Togboa Sandy Stevens1, Jiwaji Adnaan2, Nombo Josiah2, Maiseli Baraka2, Sapula Teyana2, Mwambela Alfred2
Affiliation:
1. Makerere University, Uganda 2. University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Abstract
Since 2005, Makerere University and the University of Dar es Salaaam have taken definitive steps toward the development and utilization of iLabs. This chapter presents the iLabs experiences of the two East African universities. The experiences presented here are characterized by: institutionalization of developer teams, development of ELVIS-based iLabs, staff & student exchanges, and utilization of iLabs to support curricula. The two universities have also undertaken to setup iLabs communities at peer universities and other higher institutions of learning in East Africa.
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