The evolution of computer networks and the Internet has transformed the world. Digital
communication technologies offer exciting options and new challenges for Open and
Distance Learning (ODL). This dissertation presents a Teaching English as a Foreign
Language (TEFL) training pilot* in order to investigate and critique the use of Learning
Management Systems distance-driven teacher development programmes.
Globally, English language learning is in high demand. Conventional contact training is
unable to reach sufficient numbers of aspirant teachers to ensure quality and to promote
access. The study uses design-based research as a means of unravelling the complex
relationships between theory, best practice, and implementation in both ODL and TEFL. It
concludes by recommending foundational institutional changes as the most appropriate
means to effective distance and computer-assisted education. / English Studies / (M.A. (English))
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:umkn-dsp01.int.unisa.ac.za:10500/6078 |
| Date | 03 1900 |
| Creators | Govender, Angela |
| Contributors | Holloway, Myles (M.) |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
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