Leading and Managing Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) Institutions in Africa

Crispen Chiome, Cuthbert Majoni, Felix Chikosha, Gilliet Chigunwe, Kudzayi Chiwanza, Moffat Tarusikirwa, Richard Bukaliya, Ritta Kasowe and Tichaona Mapolisa

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Abstract: 'Leading and Managing Open and Distance E-Learning (ODeL) Institutions in Africa' focuses on e-learning, especially in developing countries in Africa. The outbreak of COVID-19 has forced most educational institutions, including conventional institutions in higher education, to embrace e-learning as a tool to ensure that education is not paralysed but continues to thrive. However, the major challenge has been shifting focus from the conventional face-to-face mode to the e-learning mode. This calls for a change of mindset and a review of practices to ensure success in implementing e-learning. This book has 12 chapters that explore the leadership theories and approaches that influence administrative practices in ODeL institutions, as well as student support within library and information services, the complexities of student affairs, the inclusion of students with special needs, the contemporary issues of innovation and industrialisation, and effective marketing techniques for the survival and growth of tertiary institutions. It is hoped that the recipients of this book can acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge relevant to the successful implementation of e-learning.

Keywords: Leadership in distance education; Management in distance education; Distance e-learning (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022 Written 2021-11-11
Edition: 1
ISBN: 978-1-64889-352-0
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