Understanding Continuous Professional Development Networks

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) networks can provide a useful platform to share knowledge, improve professional praxis, and facilitate collaboration and peer support. As part of its current grant, OER Africa aims to advance the professional competences and skills of stakeholders in African higher education institutions. A key aspect of this is the development of a CPD network, which will provide a platform for institutional stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue about their CPD practices, share valuable insights and lessons learned, and offer ongoing peer support. By facilitating the exchange of knowledge and experiences, OER Africa’s CPD network will endeavour to enhance the professional growth of its members – academics, academic librarians, and senior managers in Africa universities – driving innovation and excellence in educational practices across the network. There is a significant opportunity for a network of this kind, as our desktop review suggests that nothing similar appears to exist within the African context for this target audience.