scholarly journals Open and Distance Learning: Cultural Practices in Nepal

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 32-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shesha Kanta Pangeni

Abstract Nepali education culture is dominated by face-to-face tutoring. It has a long history starting from the Gurukul culture to the present formal schooling. Emerging practices of using technology in education have been promoting online learning as a form of distance education and gaining popularity. This paper focuses on digging out the contextual reality of open and distance learning (ODL) practices in Nepal beginning with an analysis and the author’s personal impression of the context. Core focus is placed to explore and discuss different thematic issues such as modes of learning associated education culture/tradition, flexible learning for Nepali students, ODL as a pedagogical tool for teacher education and implementation of ODL in Nepal. The author’s personal reflection, literature review, and insights from learning theories are meaningful to enrich the discourse. The paper concludes showing the promising future of ODL in Nepal as an option to traditional mode of education. In addition, attention is drawn on the need of Open University and role of existing universities for the successful implementation of ODL in Nepal to adapt acculturation of online learning by respecting the need of the new generation of learners at the age of Internet culture.

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-166
Author(s):  
Nurul Fatehah ◽  
Teddy Dyatmika

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on all areas of life, including education. The education system, which was originally face-to-face, had to be replaced with online learning. Various problems arise related to the implementation of the Distance Learning or PJJ system. This system makes parents have to participate more in supervising as well as being a substitute for teachers at home in the learning process of their children. In addition, homeschooling also raises problems where students find it difficult to understand the material given by the teacher. The decrease in enthusiasm for learning becomes a problem when the PJJ system seems monotonous and boring. To support the government's program in breaking the chain of the spread of COVID-19 without reducing the effectiveness of online learning implemented by the Ministry of Education and Culture, this activity was carried out. This activity is expected to help reduce the anxiety of parents who are afraid that their children are not serious and have difficulty in learning. In addition, it is hoped that this activity will help participants to easily understand the material that has not been mastered. The methods of socialization, demonstration, and mentoring are carried out directly. The success of this activity can be seen from the assistance of the participants in solving the problems faced and the enthusiasm of the participants during the activity.


Author(s):  
Anita Priyadarshini

This chapter outlines the beginnings of equivalency programmes in India through the Open Basic Education programme, which was initiated by National Institute of Open Schooling(NIOS) and supported by the National Literacy Mission. An equivalency programme is an alternative educational programme equivalent to existing formal general or vocational education. The chapter traces the genesis of the Open Basic Education programme and shows how the growth of adult literacy in India led to a demand for equivalent education for neo-literates. The open and distance learning system with its inherent flexibilities became the appropriate vehicle for equivalency programmes. This chapter describes the concept of equivalency, its international context in the developing world and its relevance for out of school adults. The author outlines the design and development of the curriculum, course materials as well as the process of examination and certification. The chapter describes the close partnership between different stakeholders leading to its successful implementation in India.


Author(s):  
Anita Priyadarshini

This chapter outlines the beginnings of equivalency programmes in India through the Open Basic Education programme, which was initiated by National Institute of Open Schooling(NIOS) and supported by the National Literacy Mission. An equivalency programme is an alternative educational programme equivalent to existing formal general or vocational education. The chapter traces the genesis of the Open Basic Education programme and shows how the growth of adult literacy in India led to a demand for equivalent education for neo-literates. The open and distance learning system with its inherent flexibilities became the appropriate vehicle for equivalency programmes. This chapter describes the concept of equivalency, its international context in the developing world and its relevance for out of school adults. The author outlines the design and development of the curriculum, course materials as well as the process of examination and certification. The chapter describes the close partnership between different stakeholders leading to its successful implementation in India.


2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
Ahmad Abu-Al-Aish

During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the national lockdowns implemented in countries around the world, many universities worldwide made the transition from face-to-face delivery to online learning using e-learning systems. However, the successful transition from traditional class-based learning to online learning depends greatly on understanding the challenges related to the implementation and use of e-learning systems, as well as the technical and management factors that need to be enhanced. This study aimed to investigate the challenges related to the use of e-learning systems in Jordanian universities and to explore the technical and management aspects that impacted the successful implementation and use of e-learning systems during COVID-19. To achieve the study objectives, a questionnaire was developed by the researcher and distributed online to lecturers working at Jordanian universities. A total of 184 lecturers participated in the study. Based on the findings, the study provides recommendations which will help higher education policy makers, university management teams, and software developers build strategies to ensure the successful implementation and use of e-learning systems during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Author(s):  
Ariyanti Ariyanti ◽  
Ervina Eka Subekti ◽  
Ikha Listyarini

Internet-based learning that is carried out online has become very intense by teachers in Indonesia since the covid-19 pandemic, one of which is SD N Purbo 03. SD N Purbo 03 teachers as users of distance learning services have a very significant role in transferring knowledge, facilitate, and assist students in learning. So, before seeing further how the learning process through applications, it is very necessary to know in advance how the students view the current conditions and in particular the use of Zoom Meeting media as a media for distance learning. This study uses a qualitative method by presenting sources as research subjects. The results showed that online learning in class VI SD N Purbo 03 with Zoom Meeting was divided into three stages, namely the learning planning stage, learning implementation and evaluation. Students' views on online learning through Zoom Meetings based on student experiences show that Zoom Meeting gives a pleasant impression of learning because in the implementation of learning Zoom Meeting gives the impression of learning like in a school where students and teachers are connected to each other even though virtually, the successful implementation of Zoom Meeting as a learning medium can not be separated from the involvement of parents in monitoring the online learning process.


2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
pp. 93-100
Author(s):  
Fetri Sukisworo ◽  
Marsono Marsono ◽  
Widiyanti Widiyanti

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a fundamental impact on various aspects of humanity. Starting from attacking health, this pandemic has hit the education sector which is quite influential on human life. Enforcement of regulations while maintaining a distance of about one meter has implications for the education process in Indonesia. Therefore, the educational element must encourage the distance learning process. The term arises because it sees distance learning as an alternative to face-to-face methods so that education can always be held without controversy under any circumstances. This activity raises the use of technology that is used as teaching material for distance education. Distance learning techniques allow users to take advantage of technologies such as online learning. Teachers will be required to abandon using traditional techniques whose methods are somewhat indifferent. Online learning creates internet connectivity and the use of information technology in helping the teaching and learning process that can be applied in Google Classroom. In this article, researchers focus on using Google Classroom in the context of implementing distance learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.


2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 425
Author(s):  
Seriwati Ginting ◽  
Miki Tjandra ◽  
Elizabeth Wianto

<p>Pandemi telah mengubah pembelajaran tatap muka menjadi Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh (PJJ) yang menimbulkan kendala seperti ketidaksiapan menggunakan aplikasi pembelajaran online, belum tersedianya materi untuk diunggah, jaringan internet yang tidak stabil, biaya kuota internet, dan kejenuhan siswa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan gambaran pelaksanaan PJJ dan upaya implementasi blended learning sebagai solusi proses pembelajaran di sekolah dasar dan sekolah menengah pertama. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dan kualitatif, melalui observasi, wawancara, kuesioner dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kombinasi dari pembelajaran online, offline dan tatap muka mampu menciptakan suasana yang lebih menyenangkan bagi siswa, guru dan orang tua.</p><p><em>The pandemic has transformed face-to-face learning into distance learning which has caused obstacles such as unpreparedness to use online learning applications, unavailability of material to upload, unstable internet networks, internet quota fees, and student saturation. This study aims to provide an overview of the implementation of </em><em>distance learning</em><em> and efforts to implement blended learning as a solution for the learning process in elementary and junior high schools. The research method</em><em>s</em><em> used </em><em>are</em><em> </em><em>quantitative and </em><em>qualitative </em><em>through observation,</em><em> interview, questionnaire</em><em>,</em><em> and documentation. The results showed that the combination of online, offline</em><em>,</em><em> and face-to-face learning </em><em>could</em><em> create a more pleasant atmosphere for students, teachers</em><em>,</em><em> and parents.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><em>.</em></p><p> </p>


2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 208-217
Author(s):  
Tenika Illananingtyas

The Indonesian government is currently facing a Covid-19 pandemic that is still beyond its control. From print media to electronic media, the mass media continues to report on the number of victims infected with this virus, and the number is declining. One of the predictive steps to prevent the spread of this virus is to maintain social distancing. As a formal educational institution, the school responded quickly to this situation. The school does not hope that by changing the face-to-face learning mode, the virus will spread in its environment. I.e. through distance learning or online learning (online). Therefore, this is the task of the teacher, that is, to be able to create various activities in online learning that can attract students' interest in learning. Especially learning English requires not only theory, but also a lot of practice. Therefore, interactive learning in the form of activities is required to allow students to actively participate in the online learning process. This research aims to obtain important information about the effectiveness of online distance learning (PJJ) for primary schools in Kediri City. The research methods used descriptive qualitative methods to 20 respondents. According to the analysis data, the research results show that online distance learning for elementary schools is considered to be quite effective.


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