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ERIC Number: EJ1141538
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 9
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ISSN: EISSN-2311-1550
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Distance Learners' Perspective on User-Friendly Instructional Materials at the University of Zambia
Simui, F.; Thompson, L. C.; Mundende, K.; Mwewa, G.; Kakana, F.; Chishiba, A.; Namangala, B.
Journal of Learning for Development, v4 n1 p90-98 2017
This case study focuses on print-based instructional materials available to distance education learners at the University of Zambia. Using the Visual Paradigm Software, we model distance education learners' voices into sociograms to make a contribution to the ongoing discourse on quality distance learning in poorly resourced communities. Emerging from this study are the ten elements that instructional designers will need to re-consider, some of which are: (i) presentation and layout of content; (ii) use of interactive language; and (iii) inclusion of real life situations. In view of the foregoing, it is recommended that the university adhere to ODL instructional design fundamentals in all its instructional materials as a means to improved quality distance learning.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Zambia
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