Publications

• Gitonga, R., Onyango, G., & Rugar, T. (2017). Technology Integrated Lesson Plan Based on Experiential Learning, Paper presented in the 2017 International Conference on Education and E-Learning (ICEEL). Published by ACM New York, NY, USA, ISBN: 978-1-4503-5377-9, Pg 34-40 doi>10.1145/3160908.3160920
• Gitonga, R., Onyango, G., & Rugar, T. (2017). Students' Experiences in Using Haiku Learning Platform to Promote Problem based Learning in a Blended Classroom in Kenya. Paper presented in the 2017 International Conference on Education and E-Learning (ICEEL). Published by ACM New York, NY, USA, ISBN: ISBN: 978-1-4503-5377-9, page 30-33. doi>10.1145/3160908.3160919
• Gitonga, R., Rugar, T., Onyango, G., & Mutweleli, S., (2017). Learner Experiences with Online tools in a Digitized Environment: A Case of Digital School Students, Kenyatta University. Paper presented in the 2017 International Conference on Education and E-Learning (ICEEL). Published by ACM New York, NY, USA, ISBN: 978-1-4503-5377-9 doi>10.1145/3160908.3160921
• Gitonga, R., Onyango, G., & (2017). Exploring how technology complements constructivism using a lesson plan. 2017 IST-Africa Week Conference (IST-Africa). IEEE Conference Publications doi:10.23919/istafrica.2017.8102351
• Gitonga, R., Onyango, G., & Rugar, T. (2017). Student’s experiences of using blogs to promote experiential learning in a blended classroom: A case of a Kenyan Public University. 2017 IST Africa Week Conference (IST-Africa). IEEE Conference Publications doi:10.23919/istafrica.2017.8102326
• Gitonga R., Onyango G., & Thaddaeus R., (2016) Student’s Experiences of Using Blogs to Promote Experiential Learning in a Blended Classroom: A Case of a Kenyan Public University (Awaiting publication)
• Gitonga R., Muuro M., Onyango G., (2016). Technology Integration in the Classroom: A Case of Students Experiences in Using Edmodo to Support Learning in a Blended Classroom in a Kenyan University: ISTAFRICA; 2016
• Maina, E. M., Njoroge R.W., Waiganjo, P. W, & Gitonga R., (2015) Use of tablets in blended learning: A case study of an institution of higher learning in Kenya, IEEE Conference publications: doi: 1109/ISTAFRICA.2015.7190593
• Gitonga R., and Muuro M., Nzuki D., (2015). Student’s Experiences In Using Chat Rooms As Virtual Classrooms: A Case Kenyatta University Distant Learning Students: ISTAFRICA; 2015
• Gitonga R., Muuro M., and Nzuki D., (2014). Students Experiences of Using Wiki Spaces to Support Collaborative Learning in a Blended Classroom: A Case of Kenyatta and KCA Universities in Kenya Published in: IST-Africa 2014 Conference Proceedings, Paul Cunningham and Miriam Cunningham (Eds), IIMC International Information Management Corporation, 2014, ISBN: 978-1-905824-43-4
• March, 2013:The Perceived extent of ICT Integration in Intra-University Communication among Kenyan Universities: doi: 10.11648/j.com.20130102.11.
• May, 2013:The Perception of the Influence of ICT Integration on Quality of Student’s Records Management in Kenyan Universities: ISSN: 2278-0211 (Online).

Grants

• 14th December 2016 – Appointment to SPHEIR proposal writing Committee
• 2016-2021- Partnership for Enhancing Blended Learning by strategic Partnership for Higher education Innovation and Reform (SPHEIR), Kenyatta University is a partner institution in the study – 2016-2021.
• 2017-2019- NRF Call under the multidisciplinary/Multi-institutional category - Enhancing e-learning using Artificial Intelligence Techniques – Kshs 19,865,000. Collaborator
• Vice Chancellor’s Research Grant 2017 - Using Artificial Intelligent Systems (AIS) to enhance personalized learning in e-learning platforms, - Kshs. 830,000, collaborator.

Professional Development

• 2nd February 2018 (On-going)-Supporting Technology-Enhanced Learning (STEL)
• 2nd February 2018 (On-going) - Developing People and Enhancing Practice in Blended Learning
• 30th -31st August, 2016 – Workshop on Introduction to System Modelling with Unified Modelling Language (UML)
• 27th June 2016 – Workshop on Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015
• 13th -14th July 2015 – 4th ICE: Pre –Conference workshop on Information Literacy and Ethics
• May – December 2015 -Trained on Project Management for ODeL Development by African Virtual University (AVU)
• 20th August 2015 - Trained through webinar on Using Open Educational Resources (OER)
• 17th September 2015 – Trained through webinar on iPad Usage and Applications in K-12 Classrooms
• 23rd October 2015 – Trained on use of ICT for interactive E-Learning by Common Wealth of Learning
• 13th -15th August 2014 – E- learning training of trainers course on backend usage of moodle learning management system Version 2.7 and tablet usage

Book Chapters

• Gitonga R. and Maina, E., (2016). Students’ Experiences in Using Chat Rooms as Virtual Classrooms – Book Chapter published in the Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered
• Pedagogy in Teacher Education and Professional Development by Keengwe J. & Onchwari G., (2016); published in the IGI Global book series Advances in Higher Education and Professional Development (AHEPD) (ISSN: 2327-6983; eISSN: 2327-6991)
• Gitonga R. and Murungi C., (2015). Active Learning with Technology tools in the Blended/Hybrid Classes – Book Chapter published in the Handbook of Research on Educational Technology and active learning by Keengwe J. (2015).(pp 1-470) Hershey, P. A: IGI Global. Doi: 10:4018/978-1-4666-8363-1
• Gitonga R. and Murungi C., (2014). Web 2.0 Technologies Use by Students in Higher Education: A Case of Kenyan Universities Book Chapter published in the book ‘‘Advancing Higher Education with Mobile Learning Technologies: Cases, Trends, and Inquiry-Based Methods’’ Jared Keengwe (University of North Dakota, USA) and Marian B. Maxfield (Ashland University, USA) DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-6284-1,

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Student’s Experiences of Using Blogs to Promote Experiential Learning in a Blended Learning Environment: A Case of Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 14-16 September, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Technology Integration in the Classroom: A Case of Students Experiences in Using Edmodo to Support Learning in a Blended Classroom in a Kenyan University, Durban, South Africa, May, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Technology Integrated Lesson Plan Based on Experiential Learning, Nairobi, Kenya 6-7th October, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Effects of Using Online Tools on Students’ Learning As Perceived By Open Learning Students. A Case of Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 6th October, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Technology Integration in The Classroom: Students’ Experiences in Using Haiku Learning Platform to Promote Collaborative Learning in A Blended Classroom in Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya, 6th October, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Exploring How Technology Complements Constructivism Using A Lesson Plan, Nairobi, Kenya, 6th October, 2016
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Student’s Experiences in Using Chat Rooms as Virtual Classrooms: A Case of Kenyatta University Distant Learning Students. Lilongwe, Malawi, May, 2015
• Rhoda K. Gitonga. Students Experiences of Using Wiki Spaces to Support Collaborative Learning in a Blended Classroom: A Case of Kenyatta and KCA Universities in Kenya, Mauritius, May, 2014
• Rhoda K. Gitonga Web 2.0 Technologies Use by Students in Kenyan Universities. Nairobi, Kenya 29-30th July, 2013
• Rhoda K. Gitonga Are Lectures and Students in Kenyan Universities Interacting With Technology in the Blended/Hybrid Classes? Nairobi, Kenya 29-30th July, 2013
• Rhoda K. Gitonga Management of students’ records in Kenyan universities: The Lecturers perception Nairobi, Kenya 12th July, 2013
• Rhoda K. Gitonga Web 2.0 Technologies in e-teaching classes by lecturers in the Kenyan Universities. Nairobi, Kenya 11th July, 2013
• Rhoda K. Gitonga What are the Students’ Perceptions to digitalizing their personal Records? Nairobi, Kenya 10th July, 2013
• Rhoda K. Gitonga Web 2.0 Technologies in e-learning classes among the Kenyan Universities. Nairobi, Kenya 11th July, 2013

Conferences/Seminars/Workshops Attended

• 3rd International Annual Conference on Education and Lifelong Learning, School of Education, Kenyatta University, Kenya 6th -7th October, 2016
• E- Learning International Conference, Kenya Institute of Capacity Development, -14-16th September, 2016
• IST- AFRICA 2016 conference, 11th -13th May, 2016, Durban, South Africa
• IST- AFRICA 2015 conference, 6th – 8th May, 2015, Lilongwe, Malawi
• IST- AFRICA 2014 conference, 6th – 9th May, 2014, Le Meridien Ile Maurice, Mauritius
• 2015 Training on the use of ICT for interactive e-learning by commonwealth of learning KUCC, Nairobi 26th – 30th October and 2nd – 6th November, 2015
• International Conference on Education, Kenyatta University Conference Center, 10th – 12th July, 2013
• E- Learning International Conference, Safari Park -29 -30th July, 2013

Administrative Responsibilities at Kenyatta University:

• 23rd September, 2016 - Vice Chancellor’s committee – Chair person, Tender Closing/opening of the Tender: Request for Proposal for Strategic Marketing and Advertising Firm
• 8th September, 2016 -Vice Chancellor’s committee – Chair person, Tender processing of the supply and delivery of fruits and vegetables at Kenyatta University
• 22nd July 2016 – Vice Chancellor’s nomination to participate in the 4th annual e- learning innovations conference and expo
• 4th July 2016 – Vice Chancellor’s committee – Chair person, Tender Closing/opening on the Supply and delivery of Branded E- Learning Devices (Tablets) to Kenyatta University
• 7th December 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s committee - the ICT Authority Tender Committee
• 2nd September, 2015 –Vice Chancellors’ Committee - The KU-BRCK partnership project: Steering Committee on the development of supplementary digital content for Class One
• 10th September 2015 -Vice Chancellor’s Committee – on Expression of Interest for Digital Learning
• 17th September 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s committee on the Academic board to set up a programme review and monitoring for KU-Kigali Campus
• June-August 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s subcommittee on establishment of a campus in Rwanda
• 31st August 2015- Vice Chancellor’s committee to steer development of supplementary content for the KU-BRCK partnership project
• 21st August 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s subcommittee for the strategic plan 2015-2025, for the chapter on Access and Equity
• 13th August 2015 – Invitation to review a proposal for the 2015 KU Vice- Chancellor’s Research Grant
• 6th July 2015- Vice-Chancellor’s committee to prepare Digital School module guide
• 13th July 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s sub-committee on Elimi ni Nguvu- KUTV program
• 29th May 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s committee to work on the Laptop project
• 2nd February 2015 – Vice Chancellor’s Committee to the Intel evaluation project