Infrastructure, Human Capacity, and High Hopes: A Decade of Development of e-Learning in a Tanzanian HEI

Tedre, Matti; Ngumbuke, Fredrick; Kemppainen, Jyri

doi:10.7238/rusc.v7i1.658

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“…It further disclosed that Toondoo serves as a platform that increases students' eagerness to collaborate and share their new ideas on the internet. The above results conform to the study of Tedre et al [14] who contended that connectivity (environmental effects, Internet penetration, mobile networks, stability, and technical support, cost) is one of the factors affecting students' e-learning in various developing countries. Findings of the study also affirm the study of Su & Beaumont [15] who posited that maximum learning happens when there is exchange of ideas and opinions, open discussion, collaborative construction and sharing of knowledge.…”

Section: B Data Gathering Tools and Analysissupporting

confidence: 76%

Evaluating the use of Toondoo for Collaborative E-Learning of Selected Pre-Service Teachers

Robles¹

2017

IJMECS

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Abstract-With the growing reliance on information technology, new trends were marshaled in the field of education to produce graduates endowed with 21st century skills. It is unequivocal that collaborative elearning encourages teachers to innovate for the enhancement of students' learning. In furtherance of the ongoing teaching-learning upgrades, this study aimed to evaluate the use of Toondoo as a tool for collaborative elearning to selected education students. Specifically, this study determined the extent to which Toondoo has promoted students' collaborative e-learning, and identified the influence of Toondoo to students' learning. Using descriptive-correlation design, results showed that students exhibit positive attitudes on the use of Toondoo. Results further revealed that Toondoo has significantly influenced students' performance, albeit they differ according to their attitudes toward the employment of Toondoo.

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Section: B Data Gathering Tools and Analysissupporting

confidence: 76%

Evaluating the use of Toondoo for Collaborative E-Learning of Selected Pre-Service Teachers

Robles¹

2017

IJMECS

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“…All of these factor have posed challenges to initiatives in technology-enhanced education (Tedre et al, 2010). Other factors that inhibit the implementation of e-learning in Africa include lack of infrastructure (particularly connectivity, and especially in rural areas), lack of e-learning policy, the need for appropriate training and capacity development, a lack of relevant digital content, and the cost of implementation (Unwin et al, 2010).…”

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confidence: 98%

Making learning and Web 2.0 technologies work for higher learning institutions in Africa

Lwoga

2012

Campus-Wide Information Systems

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Purpose -This paper seeks to assess the extent to which learning and Web 2.0 technologies are utilised to support learning and teaching in Africa's higher learning institutions, with a specific focus on Tanzania's public universities. Design/methodology/approach -A combination of content analysis and semi-structured interviews was used to collect data. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ICT personnel from six of the eight public universities in Tanzania in 2011.Findings -The study found that the adoption of e-learning and Web 2.0 technologies is still in its infancy in Tanzania's public universities. However, there was much enthusiasm amongst respondents for developing the potential of e-learning and Web 2.0 tools in their universities. Practical implications -The study seeks to promote academic inquiry about the need for innovative Web 2.0 technologies in learning and teaching and the adoption of these emerging technologies in Africa's higher learning institutions. Originality/value -The study provides empirical findings on the use of e-learning and Web 2.0 for higher education, specifically in the Tanzanian context. The study provides a basis for further research on the use of Web 2.0 technologies in higher education.

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“…E-learning has started to emerge in many developing countries where it has the potential to help meet an increasing demand for education and address the growing decline of trained teachers (UNESCO, 2006). The application of e-learning in developing countries has gradually advanced in recent years with an improved availability of Internet connections, local area networks, and IT support (Omidinia, Masrom, & Selamat, 2011;Tedre, Ngubuke, & Kempainnen, 2010;Williams, Mayer, & Minges, 2011). However, other challenges still prevail.…”

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Analysis of Student Attitudes towards E-learning: The Case of Engineering Students in Libya

Rhema

Miliszewska

2014

IISIT

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Student attitudes and beliefs towards e-learning, as well as their satisfaction with technology and past e-learning experiences are regarded as success determinants of future e-learning initiatives. While e-learning and its potential benefits for developing countries have been discussed in the literature, research on user perspectives of e-learning in those countries is limited. This article presents findings on the experiences and perceptions of technology-supported learning gathered from engineering students at two Libyan universities. An analysis of relationships between student attitudes towards e-learning and their demographic characteristics, access to technology, use of technology for learning, skill in technology, and satisfaction with technology is also included. The reported findings might be of interest to academics, administrators, and decision-makers involved in planning, developing and implementation of future e-learning strategies in Libya and similar developing countries.

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Infrastructure, Human Capacity, and High Hopes: A Decade of Development of e-Learning in a Tanzanian HEI

Cited by 27 publications

References 7 publications

Evaluating the use of Toondoo for Collaborative E-Learning of Selected Pre-Service Teachers

Evaluating the use of Toondoo for Collaborative E-Learning of Selected Pre-Service Teachers

Making learning and Web 2.0 technologies work for higher learning institutions in Africa

Analysis of Student Attitudes towards E-learning: The Case of Engineering Students in Libya

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