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Welcome to IOU Announcements, your go-to source for all the latest updates and news from the world of IOUs. This Telegram channel is dedicated to keeping you informed about upcoming events, new releases, and important announcements related to IOUs. But who exactly are IOUs? Well, IOUs, or informal social loans, are an important part of many communities around the world. They allow individuals to borrow money or goods from one another without the need for a formal agreement. IOUs are based on trust and are often used in situations where traditional banking systems are not accessible. The IOU Announcements channel is here to make sure you never miss out on any important information regarding this fascinating system of informal lending. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just curious to learn more, this channel is for you. Join us today and stay in the loop with everything IOU-related!

IOU Announcements

18 Jan, 15:49


Dear students,

We will be starting in 10 minutes from now.

IOU Announcements

09 Jan, 00:12


Assalaamu 'alaikum warahmatullaahi wabarakatuhu,

We are thrilled to invite you to the 11th Online Convocation Ceremony of the International Open University (IOU)!

We eagerly look forward to seeing you at the ceremony on Saturday, 11 January, 2025 at 1 PM UTC in sha Allah!


This year, alhamdulillah, 777 students from 61 countries are graduating. They have successfully completed their studies in diverse fields, including Islamic Studies, Psychology, Arabic Language and Linguistics, Education, Information Technology, Business Administration, and Islamic Economics, Banking, and Finance.

Moreover, several students are also graduating from the Ijazah Program, Qur'an Memorization Program, and Tajweed Intensive Course offered by the Global Qur'an Memorization Center (GQMC).

This is a moment of immense pride and joy for all of us at IOU. These graduates have devoted years of unwavering effort, dedication, and perseverance to achieve this remarkable milestone. Your presence at the graduation ceremony will undoubtedly serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement for them as we celebrate their achievements in a distinguished event.

Event link: https://mailing.iou.edu.gm/click.html?x=a62e&lc=C6G&mc=u&s=nljh&u=I&z=Zhcj2Im&

May Allaah subhanahu wa ta'ala bless our students as they step into the world as the graduates of the International Open University!

Jazakumullahu khairan
Wassalamu 'alaikum

IOU Announcements

14 Dec, 16:52


Supplementary Midterm Exam ALERT:

The supplementary Midterm exams begin on December 15 at 12:05 AM UTC.
Please note that exams taken during this period will incur a 15% deduction, unless an exemption has been granted due to verified medical or emergency circumstances.
The passwords have been sent to your registered center; kindly check with them prior before visiting them.
All exam instructions can be accessed here: https://iou.edu.gm/exam-helpdesk/
We are available 24/7 on this link and [email protected] for any support: https://direct.lc.chat/12314430/

IOU Announcements

11 Dec, 05:56


IOU Announcements pinned «Dear Students, The Supplementary Period for Midterms will commence from Dec 15, 12:05 AM UTC and will extend till Dec 19, 6PM UTC. Revised program students to ensure availability of center. Details: https://iou.edu.gm/exam-helpdesk/ JazakAllahu Khairan…»

IOU Announcements

11 Dec, 05:56


Dear Students,

The Supplementary Period for Midterms will commence from Dec 15, 12:05 AM UTC and will extend till Dec 19, 6PM UTC.
Revised program students to ensure availability of center.
Details: https://iou.edu.gm/exam-helpdesk/

JazakAllahu Khairan,
SAO

IOU Announcements

10 Dec, 18:48


IOU Announcements pinned «Subject: Important Update on Assignment Submissions - Fall 2024 Dear Students, We hope this message finds you well. We want to address an unexpected issue that occurred during the assignment submission process on December 1. Due to a high volume of last…»

IOU Announcements

10 Dec, 18:47


Subject: Important Update on Assignment Submissions - Fall 2024

Dear Students,
We hope this message finds you well.

We want to address an unexpected issue that occurred during the assignment submission process on December 1. Due to a high volume of last-minute uploads, the system experienced a technical failure, impacting the ability of some students to submit their assignments on time.

Understanding the challenges this caused, and in consideration of your concerns, we have good news to share. We decided to extend leniency regarding submissions made during the supplementary submission period. No penalties will be applied to assignments submitted up until December 2.

While we strongly encourage all students to plan ahead and submit their work well before deadlines to avoid such issues in the future, we acknowledge that technical glitches can occur and appreciate your patience as we work to address this situation.

If you have any additional concerns or require assistance, please feel free to contact the support team at Help Desk. 

Thank you for your continued commitment to excellence in your academic journey with the International Open University.

JazakAllah Khair
Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

09 Dec, 17:06


IOU Announcements pinned «Important: IOU -11th Convocation Ceremony Streams Addressed: ALL Dear Students, Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu. We pray that you are all in an ever increasing state of eeman and excellent health. We are thrilled to announce that the 11th…»

IOU Announcements

09 Dec, 17:05


Important: IOU -11th Convocation Ceremony

Streams Addressed: ALL


Dear Students,

Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu.

We pray that you are all in an ever increasing state of eeman and excellent health.


We are thrilled to announce that the 11th Convocation Ceremony of the International Open University is fast approaching, and preparations are in full swing to make it a memorable event for all our valuable graduates.

By the grace of Allah, the achievements and hard work of our graduates have brought us to this point, and the IOU community is eager to celebrate this significant milestone! However, we need to ensure that all eligible students are aware of the upcoming convocation and have the opportunity to participate.

Please note if you have completed your studies in Fall 2023 or Spring 2024 semester and if for any reason you have not yet received a relevant email /communication in your registered email with us, mentioning you as a graduate, or if you have concerns about your graduation status, we kindly request you to reach out to our Graduation Office at [email protected] before December 12, 2024. This deadline is significant as it will allow us to address any issues or provide necessary information to facilitate your participation in the ceremony which otherwise may not be possible.

Also please note that those who will complete in the Fall 2024 semester will have their convocation in the following year 2026 in shaa Allah.

We look forward to celebrating your success at the 11th Convocation Ceremony. Should you have any further questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact the Graduation Office.

May Allah unite us in this auspicious occasion, allowing us to celebrate the achievements of our graduates as they embark to their new journey.

JazakumAllah Khairan
Wassalaamu 'alaikum

IOU Announcements

09 Dec, 15:05


Dear students, the session is on! Do join and ask any questions that you may have.

IOU Announcements

09 Dec, 06:58


Happening in a few hours insha Allah. Do not miss this opportunity to share your concerns and seek more clarity!

IOU Announcements

05 Dec, 19:33


Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh
Dear Students,

We are pleased to announce an interactive Q&A session with the Director of Student Affairs Office, Br. Mansoor Danish, and Student Counselor, Sr. Sayema Zulfeqar. This session has been exclusively curated to answer all your academic questions, especially if this is your first year at IOU.

Day & Date: Monday, 9th December 2024
Time: 3 pm UTC [LOCAL TIME]
Link: https://youtube.com/live/aUaC3aAP4oY?feature=share

We look forward to seeing you!

With best wishes to see you succeed,
Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

30 Nov, 16:23


Stream Addressed: All except Intensive Arabic Program [IAP], Ph.D and MAIS

Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatahu

Dear Students,

This is to remind you that the last date to submit your assignments is as follows:


️ Students who have VALID medical emergencies will be exempted from the 15% mark reduction late exam period, if they submit related documents to the Exemption Request
https://campus.iou.edu.gm/campus/portals/exemption/index.php portal before November 30, 2024.

Note: It is recommended that the students upload their assignments no later than the morning hours of above mentioned dates in order to have sufficient time to contact the authorities in case there are any technical issues well before 06:00 P.M. UTC time deadline.

Please ensure the following before uploading your paper:

You are uploading the assignment/research paper/thesis of the correct course.

The file contains the 'answer' of the assignment/research paper question given in the current semester.

You are not selecting a blank file.

The file is in the correct format; e.g .docx.

The file size is within the allowed 2MB limit.

Your assignment is properly referenced and has less than 20% plagiarism.

You are allowed to consult online third party plagiarism detection services/tools to detect the plagiarism and rectify it before uploading your work.

The university will not entertain any second attempt request. Please make sure you are uploading the correct assignment file.

Important FAQs

Please read these Assignments FAQs https://campus.iou.edu.gm/campus/local/faqs/

very carefully as they contain important guidelines and instructions. For any other questions that are not answered within the guidelines or instructions, we ask that you contact HelpDesk via “Helpdesk Contact Form”

Note:

If you have any concerns concerning the assignment question, ask your course teacher via email or Ask the Teacher forum.

Assignment grades given by the course teachers are final.

Due to the large number of students, the assignments are graded gradually by the course teacher. You will be informed by the course teacher once your assignment is graded for a particular course.

May Allah bless your time and help you achieve the goals in an efficient manner.

JazakAllahu Khair

Wassalaamu'alaikum

IOU Announcements

23 Nov, 00:06


Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatahu

Dear Students,

It is with great pleasure that we announce that IAP [Session 02] will officially commence on November 24, 2024 [Sunday] 6:00 PM UTC, in sha Allah.

Welcome to another exciting and beneficial session at the International Open University! We are honored to have you with us.

Please note, that students already enrolled in the course of the current session via the early enrollment system have been automatically converted to the regular system.

For your convenience, we have added the following links that will help you navigate through your student dashboard:

To enroll in the courses of your choice, click on the ‘Course Enrollment’ portal and follow the instructions mentioned therein.

We advise all the new students to watch the Video Tutorials to get acquainted with the study method at IOU.

How To Study: https://youtu.be/XA9g8GB6I2c

Planning Studies: https://youtu.be/iDpRj6NeOXI

Managing Your Time: https://youtu.be/WQLEzt6yFYY



Academic Calendar and Event Schedule:

To organize and plan better for your studies during the semester, the schedule of events for your enrolled program has been given below:

IAP [Session 02]: Important Deadlines for Intensive Arabic Program (IAP) Students

If you are facing any issues or need advice, please feel free to contact us via the ‘Helpdesk Contact Form.’

May Allah make the knowledge gained beneficial and ease the path of knowledge for each one of you.

Jazakumullahu Khair

Wa ‘alaikum as-salam

IOU Announcements

20 Nov, 00:14


Assalamu ‘alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu
We pray to Allaah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala that all of you are doing well.
Alhamdulillah, the final exam results of IAP Session 1 - Fall 2024 have been announced and the students may see the results in their respective courses here.
The Grade History page shall be updated after a few days.
NOTE:

If you find any issue related to your final grade that you are certain of, please report the error to the Final Grade Error Report portal between November 20 to November 21, 11:55 PM UTC.  Please note carefully that you have to send it before the closing time. Also, note that no email reports will be entertained.


The session will close on November 21, 2024, at 11:55 PM UTC Time and students will be unenrolled from the courses after a few days. Subsequently, the grades will be uploaded to the Grade History, in shaa Allaah.


May Allaah make the studies easy for all of our students and strengthen their faith with knowledge. And may He help us to remain steadfast in our efforts to provide the best e-learning services and the smoothest ever online study experience to the seekers of true knowledge. Aameen.


Jazaakumullaahu khairan

Sincerely,
Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

13 Nov, 15:47


⚠️ Last Day Alert! The regular exam period ends tomorrow, November 14, 6:00 PM UTC.

IOU Announcements

12 Nov, 16:01


Assalamu alaikum warahmatullah Dear Students,

I hope this message finds you well.

Due to a server outage affecting access for a significant part of last Sunday, the university has approved a re-opening of the midterm exams. This additional window will be available from 12 am UTC on Sunday, 17 November, to 1 am UTC on Monday, 18 November, in sha Allah. This 25-hour period is intended to provide an opportunity for those who were unable to take their exams last Sunday.

For students enrolled in programs with exams that are scheduled to take place at exam centers, please coordinate with your designated centers to ensure they can accommodate you during this time on Sunday, 17 November.

Please be mindful of your time zone, as this extended window may vary:

For some, it will cover Saturday evening to Sunday evening

For others, it may span from midnight to midnight

And for a few, it could be from early morning Sunday to early morning Monday.

If you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out.

May Allah grant you ease and success in your exams.

Jazakum Allahu Khairan,

Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

11 Nov, 15:11


Alhamdulillah, we’re pleased to announce that the site is now back online.

We understand that the outage may have disrupted your midterm schedule. To help you move forward smoothly, we encourage you to use the remaining days to complete the exams by November 14, 6:00 PM UTC. Since you’re already prepared, this should be the most efficient approach.

However, if meeting this deadline is entirely unfeasible, please let us know and we will work out a solution that doesn't disadvantage you.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Sincerely,
Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

10 Nov, 16:46


Dear Students,

As Salaamu Alaikum WaRahmatullaahi WaBarakatuhu

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused today due to technical difficulties with our DNS server. While our team is actively working to resolve this issue, we understand that some students are still facing challenges accessing the exam platform in certain regions.

Please be assured that we are committed to addressing this situation and have no intention of penalizing students affected by these technical problems. For those who can access the platform, we encourage you to proceed with your exams as scheduled. For students in regions where access remains intermittent, we kindly request your patience as we work to restore full functionality as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We will keep you updated as we progress toward a complete resolution.

BaarakAllaahu feekum

Thanks and Regards

Student Affairs Office

IOU Announcements

07 Nov, 05:20


🕛 Midterms Tomorrow! Midterms start at 12:05 AM UTC tomorrow, November 8. Be mindful of the submission time on the last day. Stay prepared, and may Allah ease it for you

IOU Announcements

06 Nov, 06:45


📅 Midterm Alert! The Fall 2024 midterm exams start on November 8 at 12:05 AM UTC. Ensure you’re familiar with the UTC timing and convert to your local time. Here’s all that you need to know about the exams - https://iou.edu.gm/exam-helpdesk/

IOU Announcements

06 Nov, 06:41


Countdown to Midterms! The exam period starts in just 3 days. Use the following checklist to ensure you are prepped for the exam:
1) Registered for the Center
2) Center has confirmed its availability
3) Center has received the password
4) Internet connection is secure at the center
5) Understand that there are 2 parts - Part A and Part B
6) Locate the Midterm Exam section on your course page.

IOU Announcements

19 Sep, 16:13


Community Service Work
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatahu

Dear Students,

The Community Service department at International Open University strives to enable students to impart their classroom-acquired knowledge to their communities through various community service projects.

You are requested to submit community service hours through the Community Service portal.

You need to choose the semester for which you are submitting your hours (e.g. Spring 2024), fill out some relevant information about the completed work, then you attach your filled-out supervisor/individual form (which you can download on the same page), and finally, at the bottom of the page you click on "Submit".

Please note that the deadline for submitting your community service work is *September 21, 2024* .

Those who wish to join existing Community Service projects, can check the approved project list here and contact the respective project heads.

For those interested in getting their Community Service projects approved or wish to propose a new Community Service project, can submit their Community Service Project Proposal for approval here.

If you are facing any issues or need advice, please feel free to contact Sr. Maryam Azam at *[email protected]* for any advice you may wish to seek. Jazakumullahu Khair

Wa ‘alaikum as-salam

IOU Announcements

12 Sep, 10:14


*Subject* = Welcome Message from your IOU Library
As Salaamu Alaikum Warahmatullaahi Wabarakatuhu,

Dear IOU Community,

I am delighted to welcome new and returning students, faculty, and staff to the IOU Library, your gateway to a wide range of resources designed to enhance your research and learning experiences at the university.

With your IOU Digital Library account, you can unlock access to thousands of eBooks and eJournals covering various disciplines, including Islamic Studies, Arabic Language, Education, Psychology, Business, Technology, and more. If you do not yet have an account, you can easily create one by clicking the "Digital Library" link on the IOU library portal.

We have also developed subject guides tailored to each department, designed to assist you in finding specialized resources, including eTextbooks, recommended readings, databases, citation tools, and other valuable materials for your field of study. Our subject guides cover areas such as Arabic Language Studies, English Language and Literature, Islamic Economics and Banking, Islamic Studies, Psychology, Aqeedah, Dawah, Hadith, Fiqh and more.


To access these guides, simply click the "IOU Subject Guides" link on the IOU library portal.

In addition to these resources, you can browse our A-Z list of databases, which includes subscribed and open access databases. You can filter this list by subject to find databases relevant to your area of study.

*Fall 2024 Library Service Highlights*

IOU Digital Library: Access thousands of eBooks and eJournals.
IOU Library Catalog: Explore the print collection available at the IOU headquarters.
Interlibrary Loan Service: Request articles from partner libraries. For additional information, please reach out to the library director at [email protected].
E-Article Service: Request full-text articles subscribed by Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Resource Sharing Service: Request articles or eBook chapters from the Library of Congress’s electronic resources and the BA Serageldin Library collection.
Online Reference and Information Literacy Workshops: For additional information, please reach out to the library director at [email protected].


I encourage you to explore all these resources and make the most of the services provided by IOU Library.
The IOU Library Team wishes you a successful fall semester! Please feel free to reach out to us—we are always here to assist you.



Baraka Allahu Feekum.

Regards,

IOU Library Team

IOU Announcements

12 Sep, 06:07


📣 *Webinar Alert*

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, the only cure for ignorance is to ask questions.” (Sunan Abī Dāwūd 336, Sahih)

Encouraging beneficial questioning was a classic teaching method of Prophet Muhammad (saw) throughout his journey of prophethood, through engaging his companions minds and encouraging them to seek knowledge.

In light of this Hadith, join us for a special Q&A session with *Shaykh Ayaz Housee* as part of the *IOU UAE Student Committee* webinar series:

🎯🎯🎯 *TOPIC: Ask Shaykh Ayaz: Live Q&A Session*

🗓 *Thursday, 12th September, 2024*
🕖 *7:00 AM UTC | 11:00 AM GST*

*Please find the YouTube Livestream link below!*

https://youtube.com/live/IjkieIeU9dg

*Join the IOU UAE SC WhatsApp group here:*

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JMm8Nn1oK7b6qG2uVCUeLh

💭 For more information, please contact Sr. Afsana, IOU UAE SC Chairperson, at [email protected]. We look forward to your participation, In Sha Allah!

JazakAllahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

04 Sep, 08:11


📣*Webinar Alert*

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him Said : “Indeed, deeds are but by intentions. Every man will be rewarded only for what he intended.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari)

This well-known hadith is an important reminder – without sincerity, even saving a thousand lives will only benefit us in this Dunya. However when we purify our intentions with Ikhlas, remembering Allah S.W.T. and in hopes of pleasing Him, even a small act of kindness can become the catalyst for change in this Dunya plus a source of endless rewards in Akhirah!

Find out in *IOU UAE Student Committee’s* upcoming webinar by *Shaikh Ismail Kamdar* ;

🎯🎯🎯*TOPIC: Beyond the Surface: Sincerity in Islam*

🗓 *Saturday, 7th September, 2024*
🕟 *5:00 PM UAE | 1:00 PM UTC*

*Please look below for the YouTube Livestream link!*


https://www.youtube.com/live/2ozuSiKO4x0?si=buOsrd3kuSXUDkXh


*Follow this link to join the IOU UAE SC WhatsApp group:*

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JMm8Nn1oK7b6qG2uVCUeLh

💭 For more information, please contact Sr. Afsana, IOU UAE SC Chairperson, at [email protected]. Hope to see you there, In Sha Allah!

JazakAllahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

27 Aug, 15:03


📣Webinar Alert

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

Learning English is crucial in today's globalized world. It serves as a universal language that bridges communication gaps across different cultures and countries, enhances career opportunities, and provides access to a wealth of information and resources.

Mastery of English can open doors to educational advancement, foster international connections, and enable individuals to engage more fully in global discussions.

Find out in IOU UAE Student Committee’s upcoming webinar by Sr Hena Ahmed ;

🎯🎯🎯TOPIC: Unlock Academic, Communication and Career Success with English

🗓 Sunday, 29th August, 2024
🕟 10:00 AM UAE | 6:00 AM UTC

Please look below for the YouTube Livestream link!


https://www.youtube.com/live/cQLHUwlSsVs?si=KHEy4S4LNcKge8oj

Or scan the QR code in the poster for the link 🔎

Follow this link to join the IOU UAE SC WhatsApp group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JMm8Nn1oK7b6qG2uVCUeLh

💭 For more information, please contact Sr. Afsana, IOU UAE SC Chairperson, at [email protected]. Hope to see you there, In Sha Allah!

JazakAllahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

18 Aug, 09:44


📣*Webinar Alert*

**Live today 3 PM UAE time*

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

Get ready for An Enlightening Conversation with the Founder of IOU & the Man on the 500 Most Influential List.

Dr. Bilal Philips, known for his extensive work in Islamic theology, education, and interfaith dialogue, has made significant contributions through his lectures, books, and teachings. He is the founder of International Open University whose approach often emphasizes the importance of understanding Islamic principles within the context of contemporary issues.

In this interview, audiences can expect to delve into his views on various topics related to faith, education, and societal challenges, gaining a deeper understanding of his impact and vision for the future of Islamic scholarship.

Find out in *IOU UAE Student Committee’s* upcoming webinar with *Dr Bilal Philips* ;

📌📌📌
*TOPIC: Dr. Bilal Philips: Unveiling the Man Behind the Mission*

🗓 *Sunday, 18th August, 2024*
🕟 *3:00 PM UAE | 11:00 AM UTC*

*Please look below for the YouTube Livestream link*
https://www.youtube.com/live/Va1FmG0jEa0

*Or scan the QR code in the poster for the link* 🔎

*Follow this link to join the IOU UAE SC WhatsApp group:*

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JMm8Nn1oK7b6qG2uVCUeLh

💭 For more information, please contact Sr. Afsana, IOU UAE SC Chairperson, at [email protected]. Hope to see you there, In Sha Allah!

JazakAllahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

15 Aug, 11:33


📣*Webinar Alert*

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

Tarbiyah, a term deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, encompasses the holistic development of an individual through education, upbringing, and moral guidance.

By combining Tarbiyah with emotional intelligence, one can achieve a balanced development that promotes personal well-being, effective interpersonal relationships, and a deeper connection to Islamic teachings, thereby fostering a more harmonious and empathetic society.

Find out in *IOU UAE Student Committee’s* upcoming webinar by *Dr Kanwal Kaisser*

🗓 *Monday, 19th August, 2024*
🕟 *10:00 AM UAE | 6:00 AM UTC*

*Please look below for the YouTube Livestream link!*

https://www.youtube.com/live/iwKvIccmMZA?si=ITLtgXKzbDSgpoUA


*Or scan the QR code in the poster for the link* 🔎

*Follow this link to join the IOU UAE SC WhatsApp group:*

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JMm8Nn1oK7b6qG2uVCUeLh

IOU Announcements

29 Jun, 15:04


LIVE NOW!

Mindfulness Hacks for Improved Productivity


🔸Link: https://youtube.com/live/ZZauXW_dA4A?feature=share

IOU Announcements

29 Jun, 14:02


ONE hour to go!

Mindfulness Hacks for Improved Productivity

🔸Link: https://youtube.com/live/ZZauXW_dA4A?feature=share

IOU Announcements

26 Jun, 13:53


Deadline to Submit Abeyance Request for Spring 2024

 
Dear students, 

This is to inform all students that if you are unable to complete your studies for the current semester, then you may apply for abeyance which entails pausing your studies for a stipulated time period (as specified below).

It is important to note that the abeyance period will not be considered part of the maximum duration permitted for the completion of the programme. 

The deadline to submit your request for abeyance for Spring 2024  is June 26, 202411:55 PM UTC.

🔺Permitted Abeyance Period:

▪️Revised Programs (BA ALS, BAIS, BSc Psy, BSc IEBF, BBA, BEd English, BEd Hybrid Specialized): 1 Year

▪️All programs other than Revised Programs: 2 years

🔺Procedure:

Submit your abeyance request via this form.  Thereafter, the case will be discussed with the relevant committee, following which the student will be informed of the outcome of their request. 

🔺Caution! 

Any student who takes a break without formally applying for abeyance, his/her break period shall be included in the maximum allowed duration to complete the program.

🔺Note:

Submission of an abeyance request does not make the student eligible to transfer the semester registration fee to the next semester as the fee is utilized upon course enrollment.
 
Jazakumullahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

26 Jun, 13:15


Upcoming Session - Mindfulness Hacks for Improved Productivity


Dear students,

International Open University presents an interactive session delivered by our Student Counselor, Sr. Sayema Zulfeqar, to enhance your productivity through mindfulness.

In this session, you will learn practical mindfulness techniques that can help you:

▪️Increase your focus and concentration
▪️Reduce stress and anxiety
▪️Enhance your decision-making skills
▪️Boost your overall productivity

The event will include a Q&A session with the Student Counselor, wherein, you can ask questions and discuss your concerns related to midterm exams.

🔸Topic: Mindfulness Hacks for Improved Productivity

🔸Day & Date: Saturday, 29 June 2024

🔸Time: 3:00 PM UTC (convert to your local time here)

🔸Venue: YouTube Live

🔸Link: https://youtube.com/live/ZZauXW_dA4A?feature=share

We look forward to seeing you there and helping you unlock your full potential through mindfulness!

JazakumAllahu Khairan

Student Affairs Office
International Open University

IOU Announcements

15 Jun, 12:04


LIVE NOW!

Successfully Managing Community Service Projects


🔸Link: https://youtube.com/live/OAMnuOI6EOM?feature=share

IOU Announcements

15 Jun, 11:01


ONE hour to go!

Successfully Managing Community Service Projects

🔸Link: https://youtube.com/live/OAMnuOI6EOM?feature=share

IOU Announcements

14 Jun, 05:30


Second research paper (PIPP 702, PPTA702, PPIN 802, ERME 701 and EEDS 701)


Dear students, 
 
This is to inform you that the deadline to submit Midterm research papers (BRMT 701) First research paper (PIPP 702, PPTA 702, PPIN802, ERME 701 and EEDS 701) is Jun 15, 2024, 6:00 PM UTC. 
 
 
🔺IMPORTANT:

All students are advised to read the Plagiarism policy that can be downloaded from the assignment pages of the respective courses.

May Allah make this task easy for you and assist you in enhancing your understanding of your courses.
 
Jazakumullahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

14 Jun, 05:04


🔺Please note:

▪️Students must not leave the exam center if the exam is not submitted successfully and a reset is required.

▪️Exam will only be reset if we receive an email at [email protected] from the proctor’s/center’s email ID which has been submitted and is recorded in our database.

▪️Emails sent from other IDs will not be entertained nor will the exam be reset on the basis of the request made on the phone or live chat.

▪️The email from the email ID submitted in IOU records must accompany the live chat request.

🔸24/7 Exam Desk:

The Exam Desk will be available for 24/7 during the examination period. 

Do not hesitate to contact us via Live Chat or email at [email protected] in case you need any assistance. 

🔸Exam Grades:

For Revised Programs (BAIS, BSc IEBF, BSc Psychology, BBA Degree, B.Ed English Degree, B.Ed (Specialized) Hybrid, BA ALS), midterm exam grades for Part A shall be displayed immediately after submitting the exam while for Part B, it shall be released a few days after the supplementary midterm exam period.

🔺NOTE:

▪️Please convert the time to your local time: LOCAL TIME.

▪️The midterm examinations are to be taken from the examination centers.

▪️Attempt the midterm exam only after completing all the pre-midterm module tests of that course.

▪️You are requested to complete all module tests and exams no later than noon (12 pm UTC Time) of the last day in order to have adequate time to report any possible technical issues.

▪️Exams taken just before 05:45 PM UTC time on the last day will not be given extra time to submit.

▪️The submission time ends with the deadline.

▪️Before you start the exam:

ensure that you have smooth and strong internet connection, 
internet data is sufficient to complete the exam

you have uninterrupted time to attempt the exam

there are no scheduled load shedding/electricity downtime during this period

▪️You must ‘submit the exam’ as soon as you are done with the exam, and do not wait for the exam to be submitted automatically, as sometimes, exams are not submitted automatically due to internet disconnection which results in zero grades.

▪️Immediately submit your exam reset request, as explained above, in any of the following scenarios:

▫️Getting zero grades due to Internet disconnection, power failure, device/browser malfunctioning, etc

▫️Exam resulting into 'exam not graded' or 'exam not submitted' status due to Internet disconnection, power failure, device/browser malfunctioning, etc

▪️The exam shall be reset after due verification.

▪️It is noticed that the majority of the students try to attempt exams at the eleventh hour and as a result the server reaches its maximum capacity to process the requests and, therefore, exams are not submitted.

▪️If anyone is unable to submit the exam by the deadline then his/her exam would not be graded, nor will he/she be able to apply for its reset, even if it is due to server overload. 

▪️The best option would be not to delay doing the exam till the last moment.      

▪️We do not guarantee an exam reset during the last hour of the exam period.  

▪️No reset will be possible for the students who take the test/exam at the last moment as the tests and exams will be closed by the system and it will not be possible to reset them individually.

▪️You can use the MCQ ERROR REPORTING PORTAL to report an error in the MCQ or evaluate the answer you selected in your tests, midterm exam or final exam.

▪️The complaint will be checked by the course instructor and if you are justified, your grade will be restored, otherwise your application will be rejected.

May Allah assist you in your preparation, increase your understanding of the course material and give you success in the examination.  Ameen

JazakumAllahu Khairan 

IOU Announcements

14 Jun, 05:04


Supplementary Midterm Examination - Revised Programs - Spring 2024

 
Streams Addressed: BAIS, BSc IEBF, BSc Psychology, BBA Degree, B.Ed English Degree, B.Ed (Specialized) Hybrid, BA ALS.


Dear students,

This is to inform you that the Spring 2024 Supplementary Midterm Examination period (with 15% marks deduction) will commence from June 21, 2024, 12:05 AM UTC,  and will remain open till June 25, 2024, 6:00 PM UTC time [LOCAL TIME]  
 
Thus, it is recommended that the students complete their midterm exams no later than the morning hours of June 25, 2024, in order to have sufficient time to contact the authorities in case there are any technical issues well before 06:00 P.M. UTC time deadline. 

🔺Also, please note that the last date to apply for exemption is June 22, 2024, 6:00 PM UTC


🔸Exam Passwords:

▪️All midterm exams are password-protected.

▪️Password details are sent to the relevant centers to the email ID that is registered with IOU for communication.

▪️If a center does not find password details in their inbox, ask them to check the spam/junk folder.

▪️If it is not found there either, please contact us immediately at [email protected] or on Live Chat at the website so that we can send the details immediately.

▪️Centers receive two different emails through which they are given access to the password file.

▪️Each course has a different password which the proctor will check in the password file and enter it when students start attempting the exams.

▪️Students are not allowed to take the passwords from the proctor.

▪️Strict disciplinary action will be taken if any student is found taking a password from the proctor.

🔸Exam Reset Procedure:

You may request a reset of the exam in case you encounter any technical issues due to which the exam is not submitted successfully:

🔹First Reset Request: Reset will be done by the exam proctor

▪️Request your proctor to reset the exam from here.

▪️The reset will be done immediately.

🔹Second Reset Request: Reset will be done by IOU exam desk team

Step 1: Submit Exam Reset request here https://campus.iou.edu.gm/campus/qreset/applyreset.php

Step 2: The Proctor should send an email to the Exam Help Desk ([email protected]) confirming that he/she feels the reset is deserved with the following details:

Student’s full name
Student’s IOU ID
Student’s email address
Course name
Reason for requesting a reset
If the student is still at the exam center

At the request of the proctor, the exam will be reset for the student by the help desk officer after due checking, inshaAllah.

IOU Announcements

13 Jun, 10:53


🔺Note that that university shall only do one reset of the exam for each course for eligible cases, hence, before you start the exam:

▪️ensure that you have smooth and strong internet connection, 
internet data is sufficient to complete the exam

▪️you have uninterrupted time to attempt the exam
there are no scheduled load shedding/electricity downtime during this period

▪️You must ‘submit the exam’ as soon as you are done with the exam, and do not wait for the exam to be submitted automatically, as sometimes, exams are not submitted automatically due to internet disconnection which results in zero grades.

▪️It is noticed that the majority of the students try to attempt exams at the eleventh hour and as a result the server reaches its maximum capacity to process the requests and, therefore, exams are not submitted.

▪️If anyone is unable to submit the exam by the deadline then his/her exam would not be graded, nor will he/she be able to apply for its reset, even if it is due to server overload. 

▪️The best option would be not to delay doing the exam till the last moment.      

▪️No reset will be possible for the students who take the test/exam at the last moment as the tests and exams will be closed by the system and it will not be possible to reset them individually.

▪️You can use the MCQ ERROR REPORTING PORTAL to report an error in the MCQ or evaluate the answer you selected in your tests, midterm exam, or final exam.

▪️The complaint will be checked by the course instructor and if you are justified, your grade will be restored, otherwise, your application will be rejected.


May Allah assist you in your preparation, increase your understanding of the course material and give you success in the examination.  Ameen

Jazakumullaahu Khairan

IOU Announcements

13 Jun, 10:53


Supplementary Midterm Examination - ALL Programs - Spring 2024

 

Streams Addressed: All programs except Revised programs, IAP, MAIS, and PhD [Spring 2024]                      

               
Dear Students, 

This is to inform you that the Spring 2024 Supplementary Midterm Examination period (with 15% marks deduction) will commence from June 21, 2024, 12:05 AM UTC,  and will remain open till June 25, 2024, 6:00 PM UTC time [LOCAL TIME]  

▪️Thus, it is recommended that the students complete their midterm exams no later than the morning hours of June 25, 2024, in order to have sufficient time to contact the authorities in case there are any technical issues well before 06:00 P.M. UTC time deadline. 

▪️Also, please note that June 22, 2024, 6:00 PM UTC is the last date to apply for exemption.

🔺NOTE:

▪️Please convert the time to your LOCAL TIME.

▪️The midterm examinations are to be taken from home and not from examination centers.

▪️Attempt the midterm exam only after completing all the pre-midterm module tests of that course.

▪️You are requested to complete all module tests and exams no later than noon (12 pm UTC Time) of the last day in order to have adequate time to report any possible technical issues.

▪️Exams taken just before 05:45 PM UTC time on the last day will not be given extra time to submit.

▪️The submission time ends with the deadline.

▪️If you encounter any technical issue while attempting the midterm exam and get a zero grade as a result, you will need to apply for the reset of the Exam using the Quiz Reset portal.

▪️No reset will be possible for the students who take the test/exam at the last moment as the tests and exams will be closed by the system and it will not be possible to reset them individually.

▪️The Exam Desk will be available for 24/7 during the examination period. 

▪️Do not hesitate to contact us via Live Chat or email at [email protected] in case you need any assistance.