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Towards the Development of Learning Cities in Botswana
Abstract
This paper examined trends in the development of learning cities in Botswana, against the background of the nation’s high economic ranking, high participation rate in primary education, a low tertiary enrolment ratio, and the growth in modern technology. Using documentary analysis, the paper noted that the country’s educational policies promote access. Also, its Information and Communications Technology policy has paved the way for related strategies and activities, including the connection of communities and schools. Similarly, developments in open and distance learning, and the existence of library resources suggest the existence of a platform in which learning cities thrive. The paper provided some elements of a learning city model and highlighted the need for involving public and private stakeholders, and the civil society in the development of learning cities.
PCF11 Sub-Theme: Sustaining Communities of Learning and Practice in Innovative Open Education
Paper ID: 6697
Subject
ICT in Education, Education Policies, Open and Distance Learning (ODL), Community Development, Community Learning
Country
Botswana
Region
Africa
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Date
2025-09
Author
Adekanmbi, Gbolagade
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Commonwealth of Learning (COL)