A Strategy Towards Cost-Effective Content Delivery in the Higher Learning Institutions of Tanzania

Abstract

The recent development of ubiquitous technologies such as mobile computing facilities in developing countries promises a cost-effective approach for learning in higher learning institutions (HLIs). For instance, in Tanzania, new technologies in HLIs are being blended through eLearning and m-learning. However, HLIs are facing challenges in the delivery of eLearning contents due to the distributed nature of learning environments, the advancement of a large amount of data, shortage in ICT resources, and bandwidth. This study presents the state-of-the-art challenges and opportunities on eLearning in Tanzania. The survey results show that above 75% of students own multiple mobile devices that can support access to M-learning. Then, a cost-effective strategy for content delivery supported by mobile edge computing and cloud computing is proposed. Moreover, it is recommended that HLIs in developing countries should enact ICT policy that integrates issues associated with how to effectively utilize the emerging ubiquitous technologies applicable in their learning environments.

The perception of engineering students and instructors in a Saudi University toward E‐learning

“…In some countries like Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries the penetration rate of technology including network access, and availability of devices shows significant progress toward the targeted readiness to e‐Learning due to huge investments in the field related to technology. On the other side, the success of deploying e‐Learning is linked with issues related to human resources training, policies, and regulations development that still need more effort and focus [21].…”