The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has released its official guide for the 2026_1 Online Facilitation exercise. Online facilitation is a vital component of the NOUN curriculum, designed to guide and support students through virtual group interactions and assessments.

This process utilizes a "blended" approach, combining synchronous (real-time) sessions and asynchronous (self-paced) learning through the university's robust Learning Management System (LMS).

Mandatory Participation & Key Guidelines

Participation in online facilitation is MANDATORY for ALL STUDENTS. To ensure a seamless experience, students are advised to follow these steps:

• Returning Students: Log in to the LMS at elearn.nou.edu.ng using your existing credentials to access your courses.
• New Students: Once course and exam registration is complete, check your official NOUN email (including the spam folder) for login instructions and password setup details.
• LMS Navigation: A video tutorial is available to help students navigate the portal. Watch it here: LMS Navigation Guide.
• Academic Integrity: Upon logging in, students must read the Academic Integrity Page before interacting with course resources and activities.

Important Dates

The 2026_1 online facilitation session is scheduled to run from February 23rd to April 18th, 2026.

The DLCMS wishes all students a productive learning experience and encourages everyone to take full ownership of their academic outcomes.

Need Help? Contact technical support at: lcms@noun.edu.ng