E-learning has broken new ground in South Africa, in that it has become recognised as a distinctly different and highly effective form of training. A fully-functional e-learning program covers everything the student needs, from the basic instruction through to tutorial-based quizzes, to higher level tests. When this program includes simulation-based testing, the program is recognised as being a valid means to teach and to test competency. The term ‘Accreditation’ in the SAQA system applies primarily to conventional centre-based, facilitator-led classes, whereas e-learning can be done anywhere, and is learner-led. For this reason, the authorities have chosen to use the term ‘Approval’ to apply to e-learning courseware such as CompuTutor which has met their requirements, and has … [Read more...]
E-learning becomes more accessible
Ten Gauteng public schools now have an online presence after the launch of the Schools Online Presence Project by the .ZA Domain Name Authority (ZADNA). The schools have been provided with Web sites, built by Web designers located in their own communities, and teachers and support staff have been given school e-mail addresses for the first time. "Having a dedicated school Web site and e-mail address is no luxury," says Vika Mpisane, CEO of ZADNA.... Source: Local public schools get online presence | ITWeb … [Read more...]