Wednesday, 9th June, 2021 Plenary Sessions

1130 – 1145 TEA BREAK
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1145 - 1245 PANEL DISCUSSION – New Library Conference Hall

Moderator: Dr. Philipo Lonati Sanga, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam

Panelists:

1) Prof. Bernadeta Killian, College of Social Sciences, University of Dar es Salaam,

Topic: Nafasi ya Wanawake Katika Maendeleo Kupitia Elimu ya Watu Wazima

2) Prof. Eustella Bhalalusesa, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam,

Topic: Mchango wa Mwalimu Nyerere katika Elimu ya Watu Wazima

3) Dr. Michael Ng’umbi, Institute of Adult Education,

Topic: Mafanikio na Changamoto za Elimu ya Watu Wazima nchini Tanzania

4) Dr. Blackson Kanukisya, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam,

Topic: Nafasi ya Elimu ya Watu Wazima katika Maendeleo Endelevu

Discussion (15 minutes)

(1245 - 1400) Plenary Session 1 – New Library Conference Hall

Keynote Addresses

Chairperson: Prof. Abel Ishumi, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam

Presenter: Ambassador Dr. Nicholaus Kuhanga, Tanzania

Topic: Fifty Years of Adult Education in Tanzania: Past, present and future

Presenter: Flauke Heinze, Regional Representative East Africa, DVV International

Topic: DVV International in Tanzania: Adult Learning and Education System Strengthening

Presenter: Dr. Lyabwene Mtahabwa, Commissioner for Education, Tanzania

Topic: The Current Status of Adult Education in Tanzania

Discussion (15 minutes)

1400- 1500 LUNCH BREAK BREAK
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1500 – 1600 Plenary Session 2 - New Library Conference Hall

Chairperson: Dr. Lulu Mahai, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam

Presenter (15 minutes each)	*Topic*
1) Gennes Hendry Shirima, School of Education, University of Dar-es-Salaam *and* Emmanuel Benito Mng’ong’o, Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE)	Milestones of Adult Education Since Independence in Tanzania: Policy changes and their implications
2) *George Kahangwa,* School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam	Milestones in Tanzanian Adult Education: What made it possible amidst challenging setbacks
3)*Juhudi* *K. Cosmas,* College of Education, the University of Dodoma, Tanzania	Every Adult counts: Analyzing cultural practices against Adult with Disabilities to acquire Education
*Discussion (15 minutes)*

1600 – 1615 TEA/COFFEE BREAK
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Parallel Sessions 1615 – 1715 (15 minutes for each presenter)

*Venue*	New Library Conference Hall	SoED Board Room	New Library Audition Room	SoED Multimedia Room
*Theme*	Reminiscences of Adult Education in Tanzania	Adult Education in the Globalized World	Optimizing the Benefits of Adult Learning	Towards Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education for All
*Chairperson:*	*Dr. Joyce Ndabi*	*Dr. Adella Raymond*	*Dr. Simon Ngalomba*	*Dr. B.enjamin Mbughi*
*Presenter & title*	1) Thaudensia Ndeskoi, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam Topic: Gender Gaps in Provision of Higher Education in Tanzania: Historical Analysis of Status and Trends between 1960s and 2000s	1) **Benjamin Mbughi, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam** Topic: Participation of Communities in Community Education Programmes: Instigation and involvement in question	1) *Samwel Vicent Tupa* Postgraduate Student, School of Education, University of Dare es Salaam Topic: Lecturers’ Competence to Accommodate Students with Visual Impairment in Higher Education Institutions in Tanzania	1) Celestine D. G. Karuhawe, PhD Candidate, School of Education, University of Dare es Salaam Topic: Learning Opportunities for Marginalised and Disadvantaged Groups and Communities among the Adults
*Presenter & title*	2) *Michael David Sumani* PhD Candidate, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam Topic: Defying the Odds to Learn Innovative Farming Practices in Uganda: Small-scale farmers’ experiences	2) *Aurelia* *Kimaro and Albert Tarmo, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam* Topic: Teacher Education Curriculum and it’s Propensities for Competence-Based Education	2) *Stephen Mabagala and Devota Marwa* School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam Topic: The Importance of Group Physical Activities in Adult Lifelong Education and in Improving the Quality of Life	2) Vale Raphael Adam, Postgraduate student, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam Mwajabu, K. Possi, University of Dar es Salaam Sarah E. Kisanga, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam Topic: The Employers’ Perceptions on the Employment of Persons with Sensory Impairment in Tanzania Higher Education Institutions
	Discussion (15 min)	Discussion (15 min)	Discussion (15 min)	Discussion (15 min)