Some Trends in Distance Education in Africa: An Examination of the Past and Future Role of Distance Education as a Tool for National Development.
Overview & Synopsis
Discusses trends in distance education in Africa, considers its contributions to national development, and suggests developments that are likely for the future. Case studies of Zambia, Kenya, and Zimbabwe suggest that critical factors for the effectiveness of distance education include the provision of adequate resources and firm political backing. (18 references) (LRW)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Some Trends in Distance Education in Africa: An Examination of the Past and Future Role of Distance Education as a Tool for National Development. |
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| Author / Organization | Jenkins, Janet |
| Subject & Discipline | Case Studies, Developing Nations, Distance Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1989 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-63997 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |