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Delivering Higher Education in Public Health Emergencies: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic in Sierra Leone
- Source :
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International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education . 2022 18(1). - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- With the general closure of universities and schools in Sierra Leone due to the COVID-19 pandemic, digital learning has become a credible alternative to maintain students in educational, training, and research links. The study responds to three primary questions: 1) Which digital learning modalities have shown to be most effective for providing continuity in learning amid temporary or permanent school closures? 2) Which digital learning modalities are promising for their use but evidence for their use evidence about them is still lacking? 3) What are the challenges and considerations when planning for and implementing digital learning? The study utilised qualitative research methods: interviews, focus group discussions, qualitative survey, and document reviewing. A stratified sample of 260 participants (161 male and 99 female) was randomly drawn from teachers, education officials, and information technology experts. This paper provides snapshots of the different distance learning initiatives and programs that have been implemented, including the promises they offer.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1550-1876 and 1550-1337
- Volume :
- 18
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ1391655
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.4018/IJICTE.294581