Distance Education in Africa: A Longitudinal Study of the Perceptions of 2,416 Students

La formation à distance en Afrique: Une étude longitudinale de la perception de 2416 apprenants
Thierry Karsenti - Université de Montréal, Canada
Simon Collin - Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada
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Abstract

Distance Education (DE) holds particular promise for Africa, where higher education systems must cope with multiple constraints. However, there are many obstacles to the development of DE, including inadequate computer equipment and lack of professional skills. Against this background, this article presents the results of a longitudinal study on DE programs1 offered to students in Africa. Using quantitative analyses of questionnaires and qualitative analyses of interviews, the contributions of DE to the professional development of Africans are examined in the aim of gaining a deeper understanding of the dynamics at play when students enroll in a DE program.

Available online: 2014-01-13

DOI : https://doi.org/10.18162/ritpu.2013.237

Karsenti, T., & Collin, S. (2013). Distance Education in Africa: A Longitudinal Study of the Perceptions of 2,416 Students. International Journal of Technologies in Higher Education, 10(3), 76-90. https://doi.org/10.18162/ritpu.2013.237