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On March 15, Kenya’s government shut down the country’s schools. 17 million learners were told to stay at home in an effort to contain the Covid-19 pandemic.(Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP)
CORONAVIRUS

Covid-19 deepens Kenya’s educational divide

Children are expected to keep learning at home during the coronavirus lockdown, but a lack of resources makes this a tricky prospect for some of them

  • Pierra Nyaruai
4 min read
(Ryan Gray/Reuters)
CORONAVIRUS

Covid-19: An opportunity to reform the educational landscape

Policymakers and pundits, however, must ensure novel solutions do not exacerbate the inequalities of the South African education system

  • Nicola Vermooten
3 min read
African librarians need data skills to make the transition to open access.
LIBRARIES

Africa must use digital libraries

Making educational resources freely available will fast-track the continent’s development.

  • Staff Reporter
5 min read
OPEN ACCESS EDUCATION

Massive open online courses challenge higher education’s business models

What is the impact of open online courses on pedagogy, completion rates and fees in higher education?

  • Staff Reporter
4 min read
Championship clash: Based on current standings
OPEN ACCESS EDUCATION

Open access calls for ground rules

However welcome the rush to make information readily available for all, there are several considerations that have to be taken into account.

  • Staff Reporter
5 min read