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Book SynopsisOnline Learning, Instruction, and Research in Post-Pandemic Higher Education in Africa, edited by Martin Munyao, brings together interdisciplinary authors to address online learning, teaching online, educational technology, online/remote research, institutional collaboration in online higher education, and teaching STEM online. This book argues that beyond survival, universities need to adapt to technology-mediated communication learning to thrive. Disruptive technologies have recently proved to be means of thriving for institutions of higher learning. This is what one contributor calls ‘switching to SIDE-mode.’ They call for not just teaching for the sake of it, but teaching to communicate and to achieve the desired learning outcomes that seek to transform the whole person. Effective technology mediated teaching for communication does exactly that. Because universities are also research hubs, this book also addresses remote research. It reflects on how change in teaching and learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEI) has impacted Africa through digital transformation. In particular, institutions are collaborating more now than ever before. Finally, this book addresses the challenges of teaching STEM programs online in Africa.
Trade Review"The Covid-19 pandemic has taught us that online education is no longer an option but an integral part of learning. This book provides useful insights, solutions, and pathways of making online instruction a reality. I recommend it to all educational actors keen on making education more accessible beyond the four walls."
-- Caroline Ayuya Muaka, Daystar University
"Online Learning, Instruction, and Research in Post-Pandemic Higher Education in Africa is a timely compilation that articulates the emerging issues facing the higher education terrain and giving us a glimpse into the future. Many now have to contend with the reality of incorporating online learning as a major part of learning across all disciplines. There is no turning back."
-- Mwenda Ntarangwi, Calvin College
Table of ContentsForeword
Introduction: Education Beyond the Four Walls
Martin Munyao
Chapter 1: Distance Education that Matters; Creating Sustainable Online Pedagogy
Alicia Plant and Martin Munyao
Chapter 2: Covid-19 Higher Education Driven Elearning: The Digital Divide’s Impact on Access and Quality in the EAC Region
Abraham Waithima, Mike Kuria, and Samual Agyapong
Chapter 3: Psychology of Online Learning
Catherine N. Mwarari and Agnes N. Mburu
Chapter 4: Opinion and Experience in Regard to Problem-Based Learning in Online Mode
Rebecca Ng’ang’a
Chapter 5: Teaching Problem-Based Learning in the Post-Covid 19 Era in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities for the Online Instructor
John Mudegu
Chapter 6: The Role of Educational Technology and Elearning During Covid-19 Pandemic and its Impact on the Higher Education Sector in Kenya
Laban Ayiro, Martin Munyao, and Anthony Wambua
Chapter 7: “Switching To Side Mode” – Covid-19 and the Adaptation of Computer-Mediated Communication Learning in Kenya
Lydia Ouma Radoli
Chapter 8: Re-Thinking the Survival of HEI in Africa Through Post Covid-19 Digitalization: A Transformative Potential
Rose Ruto-Korir and Nokuthula Vilakati
Chapter 9: Elevating Higher Education Challenges Using Block Chain Technology
Julius Sirma and Vincent Kogo
Chapter 10: Enhancing Collaboration in Online Learning
Martin Munyao and Serah Wachira
Chapter 11: Ramifications of Nursing Research in the Wake of Covid-19
Justice Mutua and Fridah Mburu
Chapter 12: The Impact of the Pandemic on Higher and Potential Implications for the Future
Trine Jensen and Giorgio Marinoni
Chapter 13: Dialogic Communication for eLearning success: Going beyond face-to-face learning
Evonne Mwangale Kiptinness and Winnie Mbatha
Index
About the Contributors
