Biography
Dr. Patrick Oduor Owoche is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Information Technology and the Director of Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) at Kibabii University. He holds a PhD in Information Technology from Kibabii University, an MSc in Information Technology from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, and a Bachelor of Education (Science) degree in Mathematics and Physics from Egerton University. Dr. Owoche has extensive experience in university teaching, research, and academic leadership, with expertise in web and multimedia technologies, digital infrastructure, cloud computing, instructional design, and technology-enabled learning. He teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students and has successfully supervised and examined numerous master’s and doctoral theses in Information Technology, Data Science, and related fields. His research interests span digital learning, artificial intelligence, semantic interoperability in health systems, cybersecurity, climate-smart agriculture, and digital innovation. Dr. Owoche has published widely in refereed international journals and has participated in competitive research and capacity-building projects funded by organizations such as the European Commission (Erasmus+), UNESCO, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and the National Research Fund. He is actively involved in international academic collaboration and serves as the National Treasurer of IAESTE Kenya.
Academic Qualification
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Field of Specialization
Membership of Professional Bodies
Professional Training and Development
Director Open Distance & E-Learning
- rovided strategic leadership in the establishment, coordination, and strengthening of Open, Distance and e
- Learning systems in line with national and international quality standards.
- Led the development and implementation of technology
- enabled learning policies, governance frameworks, and operational guidelines for digital education.
- Oversaw the enhancement and effective use of the Learning Management System (LMS), improving access, reliability, and user experience for students and staff.
- Coordinated capacity
- building programmes for academic staff on instructional design, online pedagogy, and digital content development.
- Strengthened quality assurance mechanisms for online and blended programmes, including course design standards, assessment integrity, and learner support systems.
- Supported the expansion of blended and fully online programmes, increasing access to higher education and institutional readiness for digital learning delivery.
Coordinator Linkages & International Affairs
- Served as the Founding Coordinator of the Linkages and International Affairs Office, establishing institutional frameworks for international engagement.
- Led the establishment of international staff and student apartments, strengthening the University's capacity to host visiting scholars and exchange students.
- Facilitated the first intake of exchange students from Europe, enhancing Kibabii University's global visibility and international mobility.
- Contributed to Kibabii University's recognition as the best institution in managing the EAC/Kf
- W Bank (Germany) students' scholarship under IUCEA.
- Coordinated the signing of over 50 Mo
- Us with local and international universities and organizations, expanding academic and research partnerships.
- Elected National Treasurer of the IAESTE Kenya Chapter, reflecting national recognition in international student exchange leadership.
Department of IT Exams Coordinator
- Coordinated planning and administration of examinations in compliance with university regulations and quality assurance standards.
- Improved examination timetabling and scheduling, reducing clashes and operational challenges.
- Standardized marking schemes and moderation processes to enhance fairness and consistency in assessment.
- Ensured timely compilation, verification, and submission of examination results.
- Addressed examination
- related queries and irregularities effectively in collaboration with relevant offices.
- Strengthened coordination among academic staff and administrative units, improving efficiency and accountability in assessment processes.
Professional Research Interest
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Research Funds Attracted as Collaborating Scientist
Research Funds Attracted as Principal Investigator / Co-PI
Funds Attracted for Community Development
Consultancy
Consulting Services
Publications
Ajwang, S. O., Owoche, P. O &; Mutonyi, J. Information Needs of Smallholder Farmers in Lake Victoria Basin for Enhancing Climate-smart Agricultural Practices. International Journal of Computing Sciences Research, [S.l.], v. 8, p. 2711-2733, apr. 2024. ISSN 2546-115X.
Okemwa, J., Owoche, P., & Mbuguah, S. (2025). Assessing the role of electronic health records standards in advancing semantic interoperability in distributed health systems in Kenya. Global Journal of Engineering and Technology Advances, 23(3), 131–138. https://doi.org/10.30574/gjeta.2025.23.3.0190
Bangirinama, A., Aliata, V., & Owoche, P. (2025). Assessing the Effect of Internet Banking on Customer Satisfaction of Commercial Banks in Bujumbura City, Burundi. European Journal of Business and StrategicManagement,10(1), 48–56. https://doi.org/10.47604/ejbsm.3243
Okemwa,J., Owoche, P. & Mbugua, S. M. (2025). A Fuzzy Ontological Model for Semantic Interoperability in Distributed Healthcare Information Systems. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS). DOI: https://doi.org/10.51584/IJRIAS.2024.912043
Gichuki, D. K. Mbuguah. S. M. & Owoche, P, & Oyile, P. O. (2024). Assessing Preparedness for Smart Farming and Technology Adoption among Kenyan Farmers. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 9 (8) DOI: https://doi.org/10.51584/IJRIAS.2024.908048
Kosgei, F, Owoche, P & Maroko R. (2024). Assessing Security Vulnerabilities in University Student Management Information Systems (SMIS) and Their Impact on Student Data Security. International journal of advanced research in computer and communication engineering, 13 (9), DOI: 10.17148
Wekesa, R. W. & Owoche, P. (2024). Social Dynamics in Academic Pathways: A Comprehensive Study of Social Influences on University Program Selection in Kenya. International Journal of Scientific Research.
Ajwang, S., Owoche, P., & Mutonyi, J. (2024). Access and Use of Information for Enhanced Adoption of Climate Smart Agricultural Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Lake Victoria Basin, Kenya. AgroEnvironmental Sustainability, 2(2), 62–73. https://doi.org/10.59983/s2024020201
Wakahia, S. K. & Owoche, P. O. (2024) Application of Facebook and Twitter Media Communication Channels in University Libraries in Kenya. Open Access Library Journal , 11: e11415. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1111415
Foni, A. M., Sirai, S. C. & Owoche, P. O. (2023). Influence of product quality on customer satisfaction among employees of the county government of Bungoma, Kenya.
Owoche, P. O., Abuya, J. O., & Ong’anyi, P. O. (2022). Doctoral virtual supervisory meeting: Engagement optimization strategies. American Journal of Education and Information Technology, 6(2), 119-124. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.18
Olang’o, A. J., Ongany, O. P., & Owoche, O. P. (2022). Doctoral Liminality and Responsible Conduct Practices in Doctoral Research. IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education, 12 (5) 52-59.
Ong’anyi, O., P., Owoche, P. O,. & Abuya, J. O. (2022). Knowledge and Practice of Responsible Research Ethics among Doctoral Students and Alumni: A Case Study of Kibabii University, Kenya.
Owoche, P. (2021). Student mobility procedures manual development strategy for international offices in universities. IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSR-JRME), 11(6, Ser. IV), 8-12. https://doi.org/10.9790/7388-1106040812
Owoche, P., Mbugua, S., & Ikoha, A. (2019). Using Twitter for Branding: Hotel Strategies in Kenya. International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer and Communication Engineering, 8 (4) 263-273.
Owoche, P., Wabwoba, F., & Wechuli, A. N. (2019). Global Information Technology Infrastructure in Addressing the Problem of Environmental Degradation in Kenya. International Journal of Information Technology Convergence and Services (IJITCS), 9 (1), 1-14.
Owoche, P., Mbugua, S., & Ikoha, A. (2019). Hotel Branding using Facebook and Dialogic Principles of Internet Communication. International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Engineering and Technology (IJARCET), 8(2), 38-46.
Motochi, V., Barasa, S., Owoche, P., & Wabwoba, F. (2017). The Role of Virtualization Towards Green Computing and Environmental Sustainability. International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Engineering & Technology (IJARCET), 6 (6), 851 – 858.
Barasa, P., Owoche, P., & Nambiro, A. W. (2016). E-learning Transforming Economies. International Journal of Trend in Research and Development, Volume 3(6), 387-389.
Etene, Y., Owoche, P., & Oboko, R. (2016). A Multi-Agent System to Support ICT-based Distance Learning through Modeling of Learner Needs: The Case of Bachelor of Education at the University of Nairobi. IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE) e-ISSN: 2278-0661,p-ISSN: 2278-8727, Volume 18, Issue 5, Ver. IV, 26-31.
Owoche, P. O., Wanyembi, G., & Kilwake, H. J. (2015). Evaluating Total Cost of Ownership for University Enterprise Resource Planning: Case of Maseno University. IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE) e-ISSN: 2278-0661, p-ISSN: 2278-8727, Volume 17, Issue 2. 79-87
11–12 June 2025
Beyond Academic Guidance: Exploring the Multifaceted Nature of Supervisor Support in Doctoral Education
Virtual (Kibabii University 7th Biennial Virtual International Conference)
Organizer: Kibabii University
10 February 2025
Workshop: Personalized Learning – An Illusive Dream or Practical Reality?
Virtual
Organizer: McGraw Hill
15–16 June 2021
Kibabii University 5th International Conference
Bungoma, Kenya
Organizer: Kibabii University
6 April – 28 May 2021
Developing Blended Courses Using Moodle
Virtual
Organizer: Commonwealth of Learning
6–16 April 2021
DIES Training Course: Management of Internationalisation
Hannover, Germany
Organizer: Leibniz University Hannover
19–30 October 2020
DIES Training Course: Management of Internationalisation
Hannover, Germany
Organizer: Leibniz University Hannover
12–14 June 2019
Kibabii University 4th International Conference
Bungoma, Kenya
Organizer: Kibabii University
3–4 June 2018
Kibabii University 3rd International Conference
Bungoma, Kenya
Organizer: Kibabii University
23–25 January 2018
ENTER2018 PhD Workshop
Jönköping, Sweden
Organizer: International Federation for IT and Travel & Tourism (IFITT)
15–16 May 2017
IFITT Doctoral Summer School – Salzburg University of Applied Sciences
Salzburg, Austria
Organizer: International Federation for IT and Travel & Tourism (IFITT)
21–23 January 2017
ENTER2017 eTourism Conference PhD Workshop (Research Proposal)
Rome, Italy
Organizer: International Federation for IT and Travel & Tourism (IFITT)
Learning Modules
2025
CIT 322: Mobile Application Development
BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
Open University of Kenya
2024
SF 216: Web and Service Programming
BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
Open University of Kenya
2024
CDS 806: IT Project Management
MSc Digital Service Management
Open University of Kenya
2024
CDS 807: Digital Infrastructure and Services
MSc Digital Service Management
Open University of Kenya
2020
MIT 812: Business Information Systems
MSc Information Technology
Kibabii University
Innovations, Prototypes & Commercialization
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