Distance Learner's 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

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Distance Learner's Perspective on User-Friendly Instructional Materials at the University of Zambia

Abstract

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 adheres to ODL instructional design fundamentals in all its instructional materials as a means to improved quality distance learning.

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Materials Development , Self-Learning Materials (SLMs)

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Zambia

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Africa

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2017-03

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Simui, F , Thompson, L C , Mundende, K , Mwewa, G , Kakana, F , Chishiba, A , Namangala, B

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Commonwealth of Learning (COL)

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Journal of Learning for Development;vol. 4, no. 1

Distance Learner's Perspective on User-Friendly Instructional Materials at the University of Zambia

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