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Mackintosh, Wayne Grant. "Managing open distance learning (ODL) for changing futures." Thesis, University of Bath, 2006. https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.440879.

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Ndoutoume, Mendene Jean-Louis. "Initiating ICT in the open distance learning of Gabonese teachers / Jean-Louis Ndoutoume Mendene." Thesis, North-West University, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/9678.

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Gabon is a Sub-Saharan francophone country which has been independent since August 1960. Its Educational System is modelled on the French System. However, the Gabonese Education System currently does not have any guidelines or policies for the system-wide implementation, integration and use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the education system. The Gabonese Government committed itself to some ICT-related partnerships, but did not launch any programme or activity relating to those commitments. In addition, the Government provided funding to change the country’s Internet co

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Mgaiwa, Sophie Mynah. "The investigation of an Open Distance and e-learning (ODeL) Centre at the University of Dar es salaam." Thesis, Curtin University, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/2533.

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Many higher education Institutions commit themselves to e-learning because they believe in its effectiveness as an alternative to traditional face to face methods of delivery, e-learning may to some extent increase enrolment and reduce training costs while allowing students the flexibility to attend classes at convenient times and places. University of Dar es salaam (UDSM) being the prime public university in Tanzania wants to adopt e-learning techniques in courses delivery; however the establishment of e-learning requires systematic planning, design, development and evaluation in order to ach

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Fouche, Ilse. "Improving the academic literacy levels of first-year Natural Sciences students by means of an academic literacy intervention." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/26500.

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Over the past years, there has been a consistent call from Government and industry for South African tertiary institutions to deliver more graduates in the fields of science and technology. This, however, is no mean feat for universities, as the pool of prospective candidates delivers very few students with the necessary academic literacy abilities, and very few students who passed mathematics and science at the right levels to succeed in science higher education. This puts tertiary institutions under mounting pressure to accept students who are under-prepared and to support these students app

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Baird, N., and Beer K. De. "Why podcasting in open higher distance learning?" Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 8, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/11462/366.

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Published Article<br>Throughout history children have been taught by means of stories told by their parents, and for many centuries this was the primary method of transferring knowledge and information. As time progressed, we spent less and less time listening to stories, although to this day storytelling is still being used as an education methodology. People of our modern century are accustomed to receiving information in an audio format. It is natural for us to absorb information through an auditory medium, and since such information transfer takes place on such a personal level, we tend to

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Krull, Greig Emil. "Supporting seamless learning: Students' use of multiple devices in open and distance learning universities." Doctoral thesis, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10803/460834.

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El propòsit d'aquesta tesi doctoral és entendre els hàbits i comportaments d'aprenentatge dels estudiants que utilitzen diferents dispositius per a aprendre amb la finalitat de determinar com duen a terme les activitats d'aprenentatge utilitzant les diferents tecnologies de què disposen en els diferents llocs on es mouen, a més de diagnosticar els diferents tipus de suport que requereixen durant l'aprenentatge. La recerca utilitza com a mostra d'estudi dues universitats d'aprenentatge obert i a distància (AOD): una situada a Espanya i una altra situada a Sud-àfrica. Els resultats demostren que

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Ivani-Chalian, Christine. "A critical analysis of disability through processes of open learning." Thesis, University of Southampton, 1997. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.241953.

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Mazumdar, Nirmal Ranjan. "Information and Communication Technology and Its impact on Open and Distance Learning." SSDN, New Delhi, India, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/209316.

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The impact of ICT in open and distance learning is now become a common phenomenon. The rapid use of internet and other communication facilities have brought the open and distance education closer to the student community. The paper highlights the application of ICT in open and distance learning system of Assam.

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Morgan, Philip Arnold. "Pictures of change : distance learning as an innovation in health sciences." Thesis, University of Southampton, 2001. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.341607.

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Nizam, M. Asad. "Exploring a bottom up approach to networking for open learning in India." Thesis, University of Southampton, 1996. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.243115.

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Redelinghuys, Johan. "Management guidelines for the implementation of m-learning in an open distance learning model / Johan Redelinghuys." Thesis, North-West University, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/9200.

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Various modern communication technologies are available to higher education institutions involved in distance education to explore and implement for the effective provision of distance education programmes. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of m- learning as part of distance education and to develop guidelines for the management of m- learning in an open distance learning model. The aims of this study are thus to determine the role of m-learning in open distance education, identifying challenges to implement m- learning as part of an open distance learning model and finally

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Mdakane, Marry. "Student satisfaction in open distance learning in a BEd Hons programme / Mdakane M." Thesis, North-West University, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/7312.

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Many students in South Africa are unable to cope with the academic demands of tertiary education as they are not fully prepared for Higher Education (HE). Various inefficiencies in the South African HE system have been identified, including low throughput rates, student dissatisfaction, unsatisfying graduation rates, learner dropouts, learner repetition, motivation, self–efficacy, attitude, personality differences, maturation, the retention of failing learners and unit costs. Student performance and satisfaction cause concern for the government and the HE sector. The purpose of this study is t

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Rumble, Greville William Sumpter Vosper. "The costs and economics of open and distance learning : methodological and policy issues." Thesis, Open University, 1998. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.264403.

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Olaniran, Sunday Olawale. "Pre-service teacher training in two Open and Distance Learning based universities in Africa." Thesis, University of Zululand, 2017. http://uzspace.unizulu.ac.za:8080/xmlui/handle/10530/1642.

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A thesis submitted to the Faculty of Education in fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor Of Education (D.Ed.) in the Department of Curriculum and Instructional Studies at the University Of Zululand, 2018<br>The study examined pre-service teacher training in Open and Distance Learning based Universities in South Africa and Nigeria. The specific focus of the study was on the initial teacher education programmes at Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) and Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE/PGDE) phases in the two ODL based universities. The theories of self determination, h

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Franken, Engela Johanna. "The implementation of open learning in the South African TVET college sector." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/80438.

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This study aimed at determining the factors that significantly impact on the implementation rate of open learning in the South African TVET college sector. Despite government’s visionary papers and open learning policy framework, TVET colleges in South Africa have been slow in following international trends. Pre-COVID19, only a handful of the 50 public TVET colleges had even ventured into the idea of multi-modal, or any teaching mode, other than the traditional classroom. The methodological and analytical lens of the study is two-fold. The Critical Theory in Education (CTE) and the Stakeholder

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Armellini, Cesar Alejandro. "Educational technology in in-service language teacher education in open and distance learning settings." Thesis, University of Kent, 2000. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.322837.

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Caladine, Richard. "New theoretical frameworks of learning activities, learning technologies and a new method of technology selection." Access electronically, 2003. http://www.library.uow.edu.au./adt-NWU/public/adt-NWU20040921.114720.

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FRESCHI, Sergio. "A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Reuse of Open Learning Resources." University of Sydney, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/2123/3937.

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Master of Engineering (Research)<br>Educational standards are having a significant impact on e-Learning. They allow for better exchange of information among different organizations and institutions. They simplify reusing and repurposing learning materials. They give teachers the possibility of personalizing them according to the student’s background and learning speed. Thanks to these standards, off-the-shelf content can be adapted to a particular student cohort’s context and learning needs. The same course content can be presented in different languages. Overall, all the parties involved in t

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Golan, Hanan Shay. "Vision erosion-toward a new model for understanding e-learning in higher education : the Israeli Open University 1992-2000 as a case study." Thesis, London School of Economics and Political Science (University of London), 2002. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.272330.

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Nacheva-Skopalik, Lilyana Velikova. "An examination of an intelligent cybernetic learning model for formative assessment and diagnostics in open and distance learning." Thesis, Teesside University, 2007. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.517461.

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Esterhuizen, Hendrik Daniel. "The integration of learning technologies in open distance learning at the North-West University / Hendrik Daniel (Hennie) Esterhuizen." Thesis, North-West University, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/8736.

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North-West University in South Africa is committed to expanding use of learning technologies for contact and distance education students by augmenting the existing NWU teaching and learning policy with an e-learning policy. The School of Continuing Teacher Education at North-West University is currently training about 24 000 in-service teacher students through Open Distance Learning. Only a few students submit assignments in typed format and seldom electronically. Students rarely use electronic technologies to augment their learning, and the SCTE employs few to support students. This does not

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Ebrahim, Ashraf. "Open and distance learning in higher education in Egypt : an evaluation of the degree programmes of the Centre of Open Learning in Cairo University (COLCU)." Thesis, University of Bath, 2001. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.392067.

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Rangou, Janet Bulumaris. "Quality Assurance in Higher Education for Flexible Open Distance Education/Learning in Papua New Guinea." Phd thesis, University of Sydney, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/2123/16572.

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This thesis is a case-study of Quality Assurance (QA) practice and policy discourses for Flexible Open Distance Education/Learning (FODE/L) in the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Higher Education (HE) sector. From a global to local sensemaking perspective, analysis was applied to QA for FODE/L in PNG Universities. The main argument is that PNG FODE/L has the potential to bloom providing QA is supported as an inclusive organisational culture. PNG FODE/L currently exists within a fragmented, broken and unstable QA system. The study utilised a qualitative research design approach using multiple data colle

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Tshivhase, Azwinndini Christopher. "The development and implementation of an institutional tuition policy for an open and distance learning institution a case study of the University of South Africa /." Thesis, Pretoria : [s.n.], 2008. http://upetd.up.ac.za/thesis/available/etd-10222008-103053/.

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Mswazie, Jonathan L. P. "Innovation adaptation and institutionalization: a case study of an open and distance learning adaptation in Zimbabwe." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/11184.

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This study set out to investigate a unique case of innovation adaptation and institutionalization in a depressed socio-economic environment. The main aim of the study was to understand and explain interventions and innovative strategies that underpin the survival and growth of the Open and Distance Learning Mode (ODLM) in Zimbabwe. Towards this end, the data to address the research questions was derived from the case study methodology which incorporated, among others, documentary analysis and interviews with persons involved in the initiation and management of the ODLM. The results of the stud

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Tsvigu, Chipo. "Students' experiences, learning styles and understanding of certain calculus concepts: A case of distance learning at the Zimbabwe open University." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/8480.

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Philosophiae Doctor - PhD<br>This study attempts to understand how distance education practices influence the learning of calculus. Understanding student learning in a distance education environment is an important factor to consider in improving the learning experiences of those students who for one reason or the other opt not to study in conventional institutions of higher education. On one hand, understanding student learning may illuminate the influences that the learning environment has on student learning and on the other hand, it may inform on how learning experiences can be improved.

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Möwes, Delvaline Lucia. "An evaluation of student support services in open and distance learning at the University of Namibia /." Link to the online version, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10019/1620.

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Mowes, Delvaline Lucia. "An Evaluation of student support services in open and distance learning at the University of Namibia." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/1263.

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Distance education and open and flexible learning policies have done much to extend accessibility to higher education throughout the world. However, distance education is not just a move away from learning in the classroom. It is a complete paradigm shift and when delivering learning materials outside the classroom across any distance, it is important that technologies and techniques support students. Against this background, the case has been made that the provision of student support services, according to the diverse needs and expectations of adult distance education students, should

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Rahman, Zillur, and zillur@deakin edu au. "STUDENT SUPPORT: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN STUDENTS AND THE UNIVERSITY." Deakin University. Graduate School of Education, 2002. http://tux.lib.deakin.edu.au./adt-VDU/public/adt-VDU20030206.130122.

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Bangladesh introduced open and distance learning as a means of providing education for people in isolated and remote locations through the establishment of the Bangladesh Open University (BOU). The broad aim of the BOU is to provide flexible and needs-based education to those unable or not wishing to enter conventional educational institutions. The BOU is presently the only university in Bangladesh to provide mass education and also to provide continuing education and professional and technical education to support the existing educational system. The BOU has a mission that encompasses seconda

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Nair, M. Chandrasekharan. "Open distance learning aspects of adult basic education in the UK and their implications for Kerala (India)." Thesis, University of Nottingham, 1995. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.242577.

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Chikono, Albert Nhawo. "Knowledge sharing practices amongst academics at the Zimbabwe Open University." University of the Western Cape, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/6426.

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Magister Library and Information Studies - MLIS<br>This study investigated knowledge sharing (KS) practices at the Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) in Zimbabwe. The study assessed the knowledge sharing practices in the ZOU regional campus faculty departments and identified gaps, with the aim to find out how knowledge is being managed, shared in an Open and distance learning institution and if knowledge management (KM) is playing a role. The quantitative study was undertaken at the 10 regional campuses of the Zimbabwe Open University. A questionnaire survey was carried out to collect data f

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Cisel, Matthieu. "Utilisations des MOOC : éléments de typologie." Thesis, Université Paris-Saclay (ComUE), 2016. http://www.theses.fr/2016SACLN024/document.

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Nous cherchons dans ce travail à qualifier et quantifier les différentes formes d’attrition prévalant dans les MOOC. En sus du retrait volontaire, dont nous détaillons les différentes formes, l’attrition est dominée avant tout par différentes formes de non-participation : la majorité des inscrits ne se connectent jamais à la formation, ou n’y réalisent qu’un nombre minimal d’actions, sans intention de s’y investir. La prépondérance de cette forme d’attrition s’explique en partie par l’existence sur les plates-formes d’hébergement d’une offre abondante, qui incite les utilisateurs à s’inscrire

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De, Beer K. J. "Enhancing the contribution of open and distance e-learning in higher education : implications for the central university of technology, Free State." Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal: Vol 9, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/11462/351.

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Published Article<br>The aims of this article are to describe the findings of the author over the last decade regarding traditional distance education which eventually became Open and Distance E-Learning (ODEL) at the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) and secondly, the integration of Open Education Resources (OER) within ODEL. Up for debate in Perspectives in Education is the question whether ODEL and OER have not already stimulated a new constellation for higher education? After attending several international conferences of the International Organization for Open and Distanc

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Swart, Odette. "Developing an alternative assessment framework for undergraduate accountancy modules in Open Distance Learning (ODL)." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/26316.

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Abstracts in English, Afrikaans and Zulu<br>Worldwide, students compete for a limited number of places at universities. By increasing the use of distance education, more students could have access to tertiary education. The problem addressed in this study related to the challenges faced by an ODL university to assess undergraduate modules in accounting sciences by way of technology-enhanced, non-venue-based alternative assessments, instead of the traditional venue-based examinations. The purpose of the current study was to develop an alternative assessment framework for ODL undergraduate accou

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Moleki, Maria Mabibiti. "Critical care nursing students' experience of clinical accompaniment in open distance learning (ODL) : a phenomenological perspective." Thesis, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/2966.

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patients and their families. The purpose of the study was firstly, to explore and interpret the meaning of the experiences of critical care nursing students about clinical accompaniment in open distance learning (ODL). This aspect has not been researched before and as such, there is no empirical data about the clinical accompaniment of the critical care-nursing students in ODL. Secondly, to develop guidelines for facilitation of clinical accompaniment in critical care nursing in ODL. A qualitative hermeneutic phenomenological study was conducted. Non-probability purposive sampling was used t

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Sibande, Bogadi Nage. "Open and distance learning and access to higher education in Southern Africa : the Botswana experience." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/28623.

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This qualitative study based on the interpretive/constructivist perspective, investigates the environment in which ODL addresses high and diversified demands for participation in higher education in Botswana. The driving concern for the study is the apparent low enrolments through the ODL mode of delivery in some dual mode institutions in Southern Africa. The scope of the study is the Botswana higher education sector, with UB, which is the only public dual mode higher education institution in Botswana, being the case studied. The main investigation question is “why do some dual mode higher edu

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Raubenheimer, Janette. "Developing library middle management in the context of an Open Distance Learning (ODL) environment in South Africa." Thesis, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22043.

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Managing on the middle level of the academic environment has become an essential managerial competency, particularly in a large library of an Open Distance Learning (ODL) institution which serves 400,000 students with a diverse student profile. The research focus of this study in the ODL environment is thus on management and organisational theories that indicate what it takes to be a good manager. This is a positivist case study which triangulates data collection methods. Quantitative data and qualitative data were collected. The findings indicate a 94,7% response rate to the surve

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Ntuli, Aggrineth Zodwa Sebenzile. "Management of open and distance learning at UNISA : meeting student's needs and expectations." Thesis, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/3186.

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Young, Kelly Anne. "An exploration of psychological grit as a predictor of student retention in an open distance learning (ODL) institution." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/26717.

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This research study explored the predictive value of psychological grit in determining student retention among postgraduates in an Open Distance Learning (ODL) institution in South Africa. Working from within a quantitative framework (and adopting a correlational research design), an online version of the Grit-S scale was utilised to gauge participants’ levels of grit (n = 837), followed by one-year lagged secondary data which sought to ascertain retention among the sample. Seeking to explore the psychometric rigour of the Grit-S scale, exploratory and partial confirmatory factor analys

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Karipi, Edwig. "The perception of faculty members of Namibian open distance learning institutions on the use of open educational resources." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/26570.

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Abstract in English, Xhosa and Venda<br>Open educational resources (OER) is a new innovation coined to bridge the educational divide by way of providing free quality learning resources. Consequently, this study explored the perception of the faculty members of the Namibian open and distance learning institutions on the use of OER as a pedagogical approach. This study was prompted by the presumption that if ODL institutions adopt open educational resources to replace costly textbooks, an increased number of the Namibian population could access education in the equitable manner. The study focuse

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Aberra, Tsige Gebremeskel. "Ensuring the quality of doctoral student support services in open distance learning." Thesis, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/22138.

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This study focuses on student support service quality with particular reference to an Open Distance Learning (ODL) environment. Taking student support services as anchors in mainstreaming ODL, the aims of the study are to develop an instrument that can accurately measure student support service quality in an Ethiopian ODL environment. Simultaneously, it is to investigate an alleged gap between students’ expectations and experiences of service quality in the Ethiopia-UNISA context. In doing so, an attempt is made to determine the students’ level of satisfaction with the student support services

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Netanda, Rendani Sipho. "Student dropout in an open and distance learning institution : a quest for a responsive support model." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/2280.

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Thesis (Ph.D. (Educational Studies)) -- University of Limpopo, 2018<br>The primary aim of this study was to investigate the growing rate of dropout phenomenon within the ambiance of higher education and to develop a support model for lower-postgraduate students. Anchored within Maxwell’s (2012) model of qualitative design, this case-study research has employed the deficit theory and the theory of transactional distance to guide the investigation. While the theoretical evidence was garnered through the application of traditional (narrative) literature review design, the empirical evidence was a

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Ntuli, Cynthia Hlekwase Smangele. "Tutors’ perceptions of effective facilitation through the use of an integrated tutor model (ITM) in an open and distance learning (ODL) environment." Diss., 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/21937.

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Facilitation of learning through the use of tutors is a worldwide approach that is supported by most Open and Distance Learning institutions. This approach was expanded by integrating face-to-face mode of delivery and online delivery with the purpose of increasing access and participation of students at Unisa. However, the practicality of this integration cannot be overlooked and this reality led to this study. Given the background, this dissertation presents a study on tutors’ perceptions of effective facilitation through the use of an integrated tutor model (ITM) in an Open Distance Learning

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Mbati, Lydia Sophia. "Exploring media blends for constructivist learning in open and distance e-learning (ODeL) environments." Thesis, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/13724.

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There is a paramount need for online university education to effectively contribute in the development of students' ability to construct and create new knowledge. Online learning should thus go beyond the production of knowledge for knowledge's sake, but should result in relevant and meaningful learning on the part of the online learner. In addition, online learning ought to result in the application of knowledge to practice. While gains made by constructivism and observational learning are well documented, research addressing online media blends that best encourage constructivis

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Kashora, Trust. "E-learning technologies for open distance learning knowledge acquisition in managerial accounting." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/25140.

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This research seeks to establish how e-learning may contribute towards knowledge construction for Management Accounting students at the University of South Africa. More specifically, the research is designed to investigate how educational technologies like e-learning may benefit and improve the teaching and learning of Management Accounting at Unisa. Educators need to understand how students learn so that they can establish suitable learning strategies. Studies have shown that generally, e-learning applications are little used, sometimes because of inappropriate content and technologies

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Nyoni, Jabulani. "Discourses of multicultural teams : implications for policy practice in open and distance learning." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/8301.

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Although a number of researchers have attempted to identify measures to account for the core elements of effective intercultural/multicultural teams of community of practice (CoP) in open and distance learning (ODL) formal institutions, there is no consensus on those measures. Previous studies also suggest important differences in teamwork across cultures but they do not adequately address the complexity of issues affecting culturally diverse teams and do not identify the specific factors that contribute to these differences (Earley & Gibson 2002). The purpose of the study was to collect views

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Gani, Faiza. "A framework for the integration of online learning in distance education." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/25581.

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Online learning through the use of information and communication technology (ICT) features in institutions of higher education globally. If integrated successfully online learning holds many benefits. Research however has highlighted that the focus of online learning is often on the technology, while pedagogical considerations are neglected. As such online learning has not yielded significant changes from a pedagogical perspective. The impetus of this study was driven by the need to find approaches of integrating pedagogically sound online learning in distance education (DE). The study employe

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Gani, Faiza. "Lecturers' utilisation of institutional learning management systems in an ODL higher education institution in South Africa." Diss., 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/10577.

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In the world in which we live today, information and communication technology (ICT) has proliferated in all spheres of society, including in the corporate, social and academic arenas. Within these arenas ICT has made noteworthy contributions. In the academic space, which is the focus of this study, ICT has made a significant contribution to the communication and consultation between students and higher education institution staff. One such example has been the emergence of learning management systems (LMSs) in higher education institutions, both locally and globally, with LMSs providing higher

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Hlatshwayo, Vivienne. "Investigating effective teaching of an online module in an Open Distance learning environment: a case study." Thesis, 2018. http://uir.unisa.ac.za/handle/10500/25688.

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Text in English<br>In a quest to identify best practices in teaching courses in English for Specific Purposes (ESP), this study investigated effective teaching of an online English module in an Open Distance Learning (ODL) environment. Although ODL is attractive to both students and lecturers, there are significant problems regarding how learning, teaching, interaction and assessment should be conducted in this context. The problems are exacerbated by the limited knowledge of using the online systems and constraints linked to time spent on tasks. The study adopted the qualitative research appr

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Gumbo, Mishack Thiza. "Online learning experiences of students in the MEd in open and distance learning : a phenomenography of the dual university initiative." Diss., 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/21799.

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This is a phenomenographic study, of which the aim was to explore the variation of experiences, needs, views and understandings through a phenomenographic study of academics who were enrolled in the MEd in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) at Unisa during 2012-2015. The MEd in ODL is a dual university programme between University of South Africa (Unisa) and University of Maryland University College (UMUC). The research question was around issues which Unisa academic staff members experienced during the course of their enrolment for the MEd in ODL. Relevant scholarly literature on online learnin

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