While many people may have already been trained in generic concepts of RBM and M&E systems, applying the theory in practical ways is often a challenge. Many staff also struggle with the very real problem of how to transform the several sheets of paper that contain a programme’s results framework and indicators into a well-functioning system of data collection, analysis, … [Read more...]
Learn Conversational German
The German language course 'Conversational German – From Time of Day to Eating Out' is a free online course which is designed for anyone who wants to learn to speak basic German. This course is the second in a series of conversational German courses that lay down the foundations of the spoken language by introducing learners to the pronunciation of words and the use of phrases … [Read more...]
Introduction to the Chinese Language – First Contact
Mandarin Chinese is spoken by up to one billion people within China and among the Chinese diaspora. With the continuing economic and political rise of China it is becoming increasingly important to learn even the basics of this ancient language. In this free online Chinese language course you will be introduced to the basic elements of spoken Mandarin Chinese. The course … [Read more...]
Creative Schools: Revolutionizing Education
The TES post Sir Ken Robinson: ‘The education system is a dangerous myth has an exclusive extract from Sir Ken's new book Creative Schools: revolutionizing education from the ground up. As I read the words, I can hear Sir Ken delivering his serious message in his inimitable dry humour. Read this short extract for example: Abattoirs are designed to kill animals. And they work. … [Read more...]
Study a university degree for free in Germany
An increasing number of US students are applying to study in Germany. This year the number stands at more than 4,600 US students, an increase of 20% over three years. Why? It's simple economics. As the cost of undertaking higher education in the US increases, the free education and lower living costs in Germany look increasingly attractive. Health insurance for students in … [Read more...]
Students’ perception of blended learning environment
Students’ perception of blended learning environment: A case study of the University of Education, Winneba, Kumasi-Campus, Ghana Samuel Adu Gyamfi, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana Patrick Ohemeng Gyaase, Catholic University College of Ghana, Fiapre, Ghana The increasing utilization of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in addressing various societal needs … [Read more...]
Mobile learning content management systems
Mobile learning content management systems (MLCMS) actual use, perceived use, and experiences of use Edgar Napoleon Asiimwe, Örebro University Åke Grönlund, Örebro University Mobile learning involves use of mobile devices to participate in learning activities. Most e-learning activities are available to participants through learning systems such as learning content management … [Read more...]
International computing curricular in African universities
Evaluating the implementation of international computing curricular in African universities: A design-reality gap approach Salihu I Dasuki, Peter Ogedebe, Rislana A Kanya, Hauwa A Ndume and Julius Makinde, Baze University, Abuja, Nigeria Efforts are been made by Universities in developing countries to ensure that it’s graduate are not left behind in the competitive global … [Read more...]
ICT to raise quality of teaching and learning
Information and communication technologies to raise quality of teaching and learning in higher education institutions Chris Prince Udochukwu Njoku, University of Nigeria, Enugu State, Nigeria This paper aims to help higher education teachers know, and be able to deploy, certain information and communication technologies (ICTs) towards shifting from teacher-centred pedagogy to … [Read more...]
ICT implementation in Saudi secondary schools
Success factors for ICT implementation in Saudi secondary schools: From the perspective of ICT directors, head teachers, teachers and students Sultan Saad Albugami and Vian Ahmed, Salford University, UK The role of Information Communication and Technology (ICT) in education is undisputed globally. However, although Saudi Arabia government has invested heavily in the ICT sector … [Read more...]
Free Education Technology Resources eBook
EmergingEdTech’s 2013 Free Education Technology Resources eBook (Book Review) Reynald Maravilla Cacho, Philippine Normal University, Philippines This 2013 digital booklet edited and, in part, written by Kelly Walsh of the College of Westchester in White Plain, New York presents a compilation of 15 chapters, mostly contributed and/or originally published as blog posts by … [Read more...]
Constructing categories for educational technology professionals
Constructing categories for educational technology professionals David James Woo, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong This literature review highlights the tension between cohesiveness and incoherence in operationalizing categories of educational technology professionals. Literature on learning technologists, educational technologists, e-learning technologists, … [Read more...]
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