By John Ndegwa / BMA
A team from Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) is actively participating in the Kenya Blue Economy Skills Training (KBEST 12) programme on Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL), organized by the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) in Kisumu.
The training brings together ODeL master trainers and Canadian technical partners from Algonquin College to equip designated representatives from partner training institutions with the knowledge and practical skills required to develop, deliver and manage quality online learning programmes.
BMA delegation is led by BMA Assistant Director Quality Assurance and KBEST Lead Michael Njogah and BMA ICT officer and ODeL Lead Benson Karanja. Other participants include BMA ICT Lead Felix Muriuki and Nautical Trainer Jacob Kazungu.
The training is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen digital learning capacity among partner institutions and enhance access to quality, flexible and technology-driven technical and vocational education and training (TVET).
Through the KBEST programme, BMA is preparing to introduce its pioneer online courses early next year, marking an important milestone in expanding its training delivery approaches and embracing innovative learning solutions.
The initiative is expected to broaden access to maritime education and training, provide greater flexibility for learners and strengthen the Academy’s capacity to respond to the evolving skills demands of the maritime and Blue Economy sectors.
By investing in ODeL capacity development and international partnerships, Bandari Maritime Academy continues to advance its commitment to innovative, accessible and quality maritime education and training.
