Dr. Myra Ohaga-Gitonga
PhD in Information Technology
- School of Science, Engineering and Health
About
I am a professional Information Technology practitioner focusing on training, consultancy and policy formulation; Currently a Lecturer in the Computer Science Department, School of Science Engineering and Health of Daystar University. I have over 10 years of professional experience in IT traversing industry and academia. I enjoy analyzing and designing computer systems that are safe with appropriate usage guidelines. Other areas of interest are application of IT in business and effective use of mobile money services. I also enjoy setting up eLearning systems, training and offering support to users for a memorable and effective learning experience.
Academic qualifications
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2023
PhD in IT , Kibabii University
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1998
MSc IT University of Teesside, Middlesbrough UK
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1996
BBA University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Research interests
- Ensuring quality methods and tools for teaching programming at university and tertiary colleges. - Software development tools and techniques for small enterprises in Africa, that promotes user participation and quality assurance. - Mobile Money transfer systems. - Effective e-learning and e-tutoring software systems.
Role & contribution
Responsibilities
Lecturer, Computer Science Department, SSEH
Teaching
Courses taught
- Structured Programming
- Object Oriented Programming
- Databases
- Graphics Programming
Publications
1 publication-
Aduda, K. & Ohaga, M. (2004).Strengthening ICT Policies in Africa – Governance and Equity Issues: The Kenya Case Study. Nairobi: Africa Technology Policy Studies Network.
Journals 2004
Activities
14 activities-
May 2017: Participated in a workshop on designing courses for significant learning offered by the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Daystar University
Professional Development Activities 2017
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September 2017: Oracle sponsored training: Java Cloud Service at Strathmore University, Kenya.
Professional Development Activities 2017
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June 2016: Participated in the International Women’s conference at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Nairobi. Kenya.
Professional Development Activities 2016
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July 2014: Participated in the 1st Regional Roundtable Forum: Development of Benchmarks for BSc Computer Science and Information Technology in the East African Countries, held in Kigali, Rwanda.
Professional Development Activities 2014
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Currently a member of Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) committee in ITLET (Information Technology for Learning and Training)
Professional Development Activities 2014