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UN.CHK and ENO to revolutionize higher education in Senegal

Higher education is constantly evolving, and Senegal has adopted an innovative approach to this. improving access to educationn and strengthen the country's economic development. L'Cheikh Hamidou Kane Digital University (UN-CHK), created by Decree No. 2013-1294, is at the heart of this educational revolution.

This initiative stems from Decision 02 of the Presidential Council of August 14, 2013, aimed at integrating information and communication technologies (ICT) into higher education and research. UN-CHK is supported by the Espaces Numériques Ouverts (ENO) in every region of Senegal, creating a revolutionary learning network.

Ent.unchk's ambitious goals

The creation of Ent.unchk and ENO stems from crucial directives aimed at transforming higher education in Senegal:

1. Higher Education and Research Information and Management System (SIGESR)

UN-CHK aims to establish a robust management system for higher education and research, facilitating planning, administration and collaboration between institutions.

2. Interconnecting higher education establishments with Ent.unchk

The aim is to connect all higher education establishments, public and private, to encourage the exchange of resources and knowledge.

3. National Virtual Library

The creation of a virtual national library promotes the sharing of digital resources, offering unrivalled access to students and researchers.

4. Sharing and Pooling Center (CMP)

The CMP strengthens collaboration between higher education and research by pooling resources and knowledge.

5. Development of distance learning

UN-CHK encourages the use of ICTs for distance learning, enabling wider access to education.

The motivation behind Ent.unchk

Ent.unchk was created to meet several crucial needs:

1. Increasing access to higher education

Faced with a growing demand for access to higher education, UN-CHK aims to welcome more students, particularly new baccalaureate holders.

2. Reducing inequalities in access

UN-CHK strives to reduce inequalities by providing access to higher education for all, including women, people with reduced mobility and those excluded from the traditional university system.

3. Social integration

It is deeply integrated into the fabric of society, becoming an essential vector for concepts linked to the use of ICT for educational purposes and the development of lifelong skills.

4. Ent.unchk: Training in line with market demand

UN-CHK strives to provide training that is in tune with market needs, whether in terms of employment or entrepreneurship.

Ent.unchk's UN-CHK beneficiaries

UN-CHK has a broad reach, touching various categories of people:

• New baccalaureate holders : They are UN-CHK's priority, offering a smooth transition from secondary to higher education.
• Women Women find the UN-CHK an inclusive model that encourages them to get involved in higher education.
• People with reduced mobility UN-CHK offers learning opportunities for people with physical limitations.
• Working professionals : They can acquire new skills and improve their employability through distance learning.
• Communities : ENOs are integrated into communities, strengthening the sense of belonging and fostering local development.
• Excluded from the traditional university system UN-CHK opens doors to those who had no access to traditional higher education.
• Partners Ministries, companies, universities at home and abroad, and international organizations all benefit from this initiative.

Open Digital Spaces (ODS)

The ENOs play a crucial role in achieving UN-CHK's objectives. Present in every region of Senegal, and soon in every département, the ENOs offer access to digital resources, state-of-the-art computer equipment and collaborative work spaces.

Each ENO has :

• A 200-seat amphitheatre.
• Two large "OPEN SPACE" rooms with a total of 200 workstations.
• High-speed connectivity thanks to Voice Data and Image (VDI) cabling.
• Media and storage servers, as well as an emergency power supply.
• A videoconference room for distance learning.
• A range of services, including printing, photocopying, scanning and more.
• A connection Internet high-speed broadband access to online resources.

ENOs also play a key role in telemedicine, bringing quality healthcare to people in remote areas.

An innovative teaching model

UN-CHK, in association with ENO, is an innovative model of education. Thanks to this distributed network, UN-CHK is present in every department of Senegal, reinforcing access to information and education, even in remote areas.

UN-CHK is also helping to revitalize remote, landlocked rural areas, by attracting local talent and connecting communities.

TheUN-CHK combined with ENO offers a high degree of flexibility, enabling students with disabilities, professional activities or special family situations to access higher education without leaving their region.

In addition, ENO helps to reduce the digital divide, strengthen human capital and promote innovation by hosting incubators and fablabs.

UN-CHK and ENO are revolutionizing higher education in Senegal by providing inclusive learning opportunities, connecting communities, reducing inequalities and strengthening the country's economic development. This innovative model has the potential to transform education for all, while stimulating growth and innovation in Senegal.

How do I log in to my Ent.unchk account?

Each student at the Cheikh Hamidou Kane Digital University has a personal account on the university website, accessible via Ent.unchk.sn This personalized platform enables students to log in and manage their educational path simply and efficiently. To access their account, students must follow these steps:

1. Visit theEnt.unchk (https://www.ent.unchk.sn).
2. Click on the " Login "You'll find a link to this site in the top right-hand corner of the home page.
3. Enter your login details, usually your username and password provided by the university when you registered.
4. Once logged in, you'll have access to your personal space where you can consult your timetable, access your online courses, download teaching resources, interact with teachers and classmates, and track your academic progress.

Thanks to this online platform, theUN-CHK facilitates access to distance learning and enables students to stay connected to their educational journey, wherever they may be. This modernized approach to education strengthens student engagement and offers valuable flexibility for their learning.