Refresher Training for Academic Staff in University Digital Systems

Kabale University will conduct a Refresher Training for Academic Staff in University Digital Systems aimed at strengthening the effective use and adoption of key institutional digital platforms that support teaching, research, administration, and service delivery.

The training responds to gaps identified during previous capacity-building initiatives and aligns with the University’s ongoing digital transformation agenda. Sessions will be conducted in faculty-based groups to allow focused, practical, and context-specific engagement. Special emphasis is placed on supporting newly appointed academic staff while refreshing the competencies of existing staff.

Participants will receive hands-on training in the use of core university systems including AIMS, E-Learning platforms, E-Library resources, Google Scholar, and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in academia. The programme integrates demonstrations, guided practice, and interactive discussions to ensure practical skills transfer and sustained adoption of digital workflows.

  • Event Dates: 2nd February to 12th February 2026
  • Event Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM daily
  • Venue: Main Campus, New Computer Laboratory, Kabale University
  • Target Audience: All Full-Time and Part-Time Academic Staff of Kabale University

Training Objectives

  • Strengthen effective use of Kabale University digital systems
  • Improve digital literacy and technical competence among academic staff
  • Enhance adoption of AIMS workflows such as marks entry, registration, and graduation processes
  • Promote effective use of E-Learning platforms for blended teaching and assessment
  • Improve digital research visibility through Google Scholar profiling
  • Increase awareness and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in teaching and research
  • Enhance utilization of E-Library and institutional research resources

Training Methodology
The training will be conducted face-to-face through presentations, demonstrations, case studies, illustrations, and guided practical sessions. All practical activities will be conducted using computers at the New Computer Laboratory.

Training Schedule by Faculty Groups
Due to the ongoing central marking exercise, expected to be concluded on 31st January 2026, the training in the University digital system has been rescheduled as follows;

Group 1
Faculty of Education, Institute of Language Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences
Dates: 2nd and 3rd February 2026

Group 2
Kabale University School of Medicine, Faculty of Computing Library and Information Science, Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
Dates: 4th and 5th February 2026

Group 3
Faculty of Engineering, Technology, Applied Design and Fine Art, Faculty of Science
Dates: 9th and 10th February 2026

Group 4
Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Institute of Tourism and Hospitality, Faculty of Law
Dates: 11th and 12th February 2026

Training Sessions.

DAY 1
Duration Session Facilitators
8:30-9:00 AM Registration
09:00 – 9:10 AM Opening Remarks A member of Management
09:10 – 9:40 AM Introduction to the University digital systems Jones Murangira

 

09:00 – 10:20 AM University Communications, Website, Email, Media & Branding. Sempungu Godfrey & Nowamani Collins
10:20 – 11:00 AM Tea  Break  
11:00 – 01:00 PM Academic Information Management System (AIMS) Tweterane Isaac
1:00 – 2:00 PM Lunch Break  
2:00 – 3:30 PM AI in Research & Turnitin Mabirizi Vicent
3:30 – 5:00PM E-Library Odong Patrick
DAY 2
Duration Session Facilitators
8:30-9:00 AM Registration & Recap
09:00 – 10:30 AM Finance Osinde Micheal
10:30 – 11:00 AM Tea Break  
11:00 – 1:00 PM E-learning Tumusiime Robert
1:00 – 2:00 PM Lunch Break  
2:00 – 3:00 PM E-learning Tumusiime Robert
3:00 – 4:30 PM Google Scholar Profile Management Mabirizi Vicent
4:30 – 5:00PM Closing Remarks Academic Registrar

Requirements for Participants

  • Laptop or Desktop Computer
  • Active Institutional Email Account
  • AIMS Login Credentials
  • E-Learning Platform Credentials
  • Google Account for Scholar
  • E-Library Access Credentials
  • Reliable Internet Connection
  • Updated Web Browser such as Chrome or Firefox

Expected Outcomes

  • Improved efficiency in academic digital workflows
  • Increased utilization of institutional digital platforms
  • Enhanced digital research presence and academic visibility
  • Strengthened internal digital communication and branding practices
  • Improved academic service delivery and institutional effectiveness

For more Details, Download the attached Training Schedule.

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Start Date

February 2, 2026 8:30 am

End Date

February 12, 2026 5:00 pm

Venue

Main Campus, New Computer Laboratory, Kabale University

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