Introduction of Asynchronous Learning Networks as a mode of course delivery in a developing country in Africa.
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Desmond Govender, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
EdMedia + Innovate Learning, in Orlando, FL USA ISBN 978-1-880094-60-0 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), Waynesville, NC
Abstract
The development and use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in education has lead to most universities incorporating elements of Asynchronous Learning Networks (ALN) into their traditional classrooms. However, it is not known how well learners who are used to traditional face-to-face learning environments and who do not necessarily prefer ALN adapt when placed in such environments. This study investigated the use of ALN with university students from traditional face-to-face classrooms. The study was conducted on the attitudes of students to an online/mixed learning mode of instruction. The results showed a positive trend towards the acceptance of an online environment for learning. Many students involved in this mode said that it was the mode of delivery that enabled them to benefit from this course, have more contact with the lecturer and were motivated to work. Most students felt that the efficiency and quality of education had improved. These results give grounds to our vision of offering existing courses using a mixed mode delivery.
Citation
Govender, D. (2006). Introduction of Asynchronous Learning Networks as a mode of course delivery in a developing country in Africa. In E. Pearson & P. Bohman (Eds.), Proceedings of ED-MEDIA 2006--World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications (pp. 266-273). Orlando, FL USA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved March 28, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/23025/.
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