NOUN Releases Official Guide for 2026_1 Online Facilitation, Sets Feb 23–Apr 18 Timeline
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has released its official guide for the 2026_1 online facilitation exercise, confirming that the academic activity will run from February 23 to April 18, 2026.
Online facilitation is a mandatory academic requirement for all NOUN students and forms a core part of the university’s blended learning system. Students are expected to actively participate through the university’s Learning Management System (LMS) throughout the exercise.
What Online Facilitation Means at NOUN
Online facilitation at NOUN is designed to guide, support, and assess students as they engage with their courses in a virtual environment. It combines:
- Synchronous learning – real-time virtual interactions and group discussions
- Asynchronous learning – self-paced study, assignments, and assessments
All activities are hosted on the NOUN LMS, which serves as the official platform for teaching, interaction, and evaluation.
Participation Is Compulsory
NOUN has clearly stated that participation in the 2026_1 online facilitation is compulsory for all students, both new and returning. Students are required to follow all guidelines on access, conduct, and academic integrity. Failure to participate may affect academic progress.
How to Access the NOUN LMS
All students will participate in the exercise through the NOUN eLearn (LMS) login portal.
Returning Students
Returning students should:
- Log in to the LMS using their existing username and password
- Access their registered courses directly on the platform
New Students
New students must:
- Complete course and examination registration
- Check their official NOUN email address for login credentials and password setup instructions
- Also check the spam or junk folder if the email is not found in the inbox
LMS Navigation and Academic Integrity
LMS Navigation Support
To help students navigate the platform easily, NOUN has provided a LMS navigation guide video explaining how to use the LMS and access course materials.
Academic Integrity Requirement
After logging in, students are required to:
- Read the Academic Integrity page on the LMS
- Understand the rules guiding academic honesty before engaging with any course activities
This step is compulsory and should be completed early.
Key Dates to Note
- Online Facilitation Begins: February 23, 2026
- Online Facilitation Ends: April 18, 2026
Students are advised to keep these dates in view and participate consistently throughout the period.
Technical Support
Students experiencing technical difficulties or login issues should contact NOUN’s LMS support team via email:
EMAIL: [email protected]
Bottom Line
The 2026_1 online facilitation is a critical academic exercise at NOUN. All students must log in to the LMS, participate actively, and follow all guidelines within the stipulated timeline to remain in good academic standing.
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