Distance learning: due diligence must go beyond credentials
The distance learning sector in South Africa continues to grow apace, as prospective students seek alternative pathways to costly full-time, in-person university studies. But with this growth has come the proverbial explosion of offerings on the market, many of which...
An expert takes a closer look at education policies
With the upcoming elections looming, South Africa's political parties are all promising education reform, but will their plans deliver real change? Voters must separate well-intentioned promises from practical solutions to identify if any of these plans can truly move...
Rural schools benefit from online maths and science support
Pupils at six rural schools in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga are showing exceptional academic progress in mathematics and science thanks to a partnership between Mondi and the Ligbron e-Learning System. The Ligbron e-Learning System is a distance-learning project...
TelkomLearn aims to empower every child
TelkomLearn is a new digital learning platform poised to transform access to premium educational resources. The platform provides quality courses through accredited partners. TelkomLearn offers a comprehensive suite of digital learning resources, aggregating credible...
Tech integration in education is not optional
With the types of technology available to automate and streamline processes, the integration of technology into higher educational institutions should no longer be viewed as a choice, but a necessity. By Carl Dahms, product owner: F&O at Braintree The perceived...
White-label video learning could enhance corporate training
Given the breakneck pace of change in business today, the significance of efficient customer and employee training cannot be overstated. As companies strive to stay competitive, investing in the development of their people is critical, writes By Tebogo Moleta, MD and...
AI and robotics skills can help children thrive in the digital age
With companies placing increasing importance on artificial intelligence (AI) and big data skills, schools should be incorporating subjects like AI and robotics to help pupils master them early on. The full-scale implementation of the Department of Basic Education's...
Higher education institutions need to step out of their comfort zones
Higher education institutions worldwide are currently facing a critical period in their existence. They have to redefine their value proposition to a cohort of students who are not only digital natives but have grown up in an environment where the pace of...
Location intelligence a secret weapon in data-driven banking
New technologies are rapidly reshaping the banking sector, signalling a shift from traditional, branch-centric models to a more data-driven, customer-centric approach. Geographic information systems (GIS) play a crucial role in this transformation by integrating...
WeThinkCode_ attains NQF 6 Occupational Certificate
Software development academy WeThinkCode_ has elevated its accreditation from an NQF 5 to an NQF 6 Occupational Certificate: Software Engineer. From its inception, WeThinkCode_ has been on a mission to revolutionise tech education, breaking down barriers for talented...
A leap forward for e-learning
Groundbreaking trends that emerged in the learning and development space in 2023 are expected to intensify this year as organisations realign systems to ensure future readiness. The push to include artificial intelligence (AI) tools like audio and visual generation in...
Internet access shouldn’t impede equitable education
Although 12,8-million South Africans still lack internet access, and mobile data costs remain prohibitively high, these obstacles shouldn't restrict learners from accessing basic education online. This is according to Dr Corrin Varady, CEO at IDEA, who says that...