Instructional Materials Development in ODL: Achievements, Prospects and Challenges

Gbenoba, Felix; Dahunsi, Opeyemi

doi:10.5901/jesr.2014.v4n7p138

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“…ODL is a different way of learning as there is a physical distance between the student and the institution (UNISA, 2019). The achievement of a successful Open, Distance and Learning (ODL) programme in any institution depends on the availability of quality and quantity of learning materials availed to the students (Gbenoba & Dahunsi, 2014). Self-Learning materials prepared for ODL become an important aspect of distance learning so much so that in most instances they serve the role of the instructors to the learners.…”

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“…Self-learning materials are at the heart of instructional delivery in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) (Gbenoba & Dahunsi, 2014). Commonwealth of Learning (2005) points out that ODL materials are sometimes prepared by individuals, but more often by small teams made up of people with skills such as curriculum design, instructional design, tutorial support and print or web design skills.…”

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“…Self-learning materials depend on exploiting the various means and ways of communication to suit it to the needs of the learners. According to Gbenoba and Dahunsi (2014,) ODL study material is expected to imitate what the teacher does in the face-to-face learning environment, meaning that the learner should be able to learn with or without the support of the teacher. The material prepared should be self-explanatory, self-contained, self-directing, self-motivating and self-evaluating.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…High-quality learning materials should be student-centred, considering the needs and interests of the student in ensuring that the student derives maximum benefit from their use Zabidi, Woo, Kumar, Fadzil, & Husain (2017). Gbenoba and Dahunsi (2014) also note that "customised, self-instructional materials are at the heart of instructional delivery in Open and Distance Learning (ODL)". This further buttress the importance of effective design and development of instructional materials for open distance and e-learning students, in ways that enhances instructional delivery and maximises student attainment.…”

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“…Open, distance and learning (ODL), one most innovative concept in the history of education relies on self-learning materials developed by institutions for the purposes of teaching and learning (Hashim, 2010). The institutes that provide ODL programmes need to understand that the educational products and services they provide offer an encouraging educational experience for the learners Gbenoba and Dahunsi (2014). The main task of any distance education programme provider is to design and offer distance educational experience that encourages learning, thus, there is a need for the ODL programme providers to have the art of developing self-learning material to enhance student learning.…”

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Interrogating the Art of Developing Self-Learning Material for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Students

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Bhebhe²,

Rugube³

2019

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Open and distance learning (ODL) thrives on students' utilisation of learning materials that designed in ways that allow them to learn on their own in the absence of a lecturer or tutor. This paper discusses what self-directed learning is and highlights the principles of writing self-learning materials for ODL learners. Various self-material materials utilised in open and distance learning are explored. In the paper, the writers further explore the nature, characteristics and importance of selflearning materials on ODL. The writers further discuss theories underpinning the utilisation of self-instructional materials. The paper further interrogates how learning material developers can engage in the effective development of self-learning materials in both print and electronic formats. Conclusions are drawn on the importance of professionally training material developers in developing high-quality self-learning materials for ODL learners.

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Section: Unpacking Self-learning Materialsmentioning

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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An evaluation of faculty development programme on the design and development of self-learning materials for open distance learning

Ali

Satyanarayana

2021

AAOUJ

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PurposeThis paper seeks to ascertain the effectiveness of a two-week-long faculty development programme (FDP), organized by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), for teachers of the open and distance learning (ODL) system, with the aim of upgrading their knowledge and skills for developing print self-learning materials (SLMs). The specific aim of this study is to ascertain whether the objectives of the FDP have been achieved, to examine the effectiveness of the training programme and to suggest measures for improvement in future FDPs regarding the design and development of print SLMs.Design/methodology/approachThe study was conducted using a descriptive survey research method, through semi-structured questionnaires and adopted purposive sampling. The first survey was conducted immediately after the completion of the programme, in order to collect feedback from the trainees, while the second survey was conducted after six months of the FDP, using the follow-up approach, so that more reliable and authentic results could be obtained.FindingsThe outcomes of the study revealed that the training had been effective in imparting appropriate knowledge and skills to the trainees, with respect to designing print SLMs. However, certain gaps were also identified and have been reported in this paper. Key suggestions have been made to address the shortcomings and improve forthcoming FDPs.Research limitations/implicationsThe present research focused on a specific training programme regarding the design and development of SLMs. Therefore, only the teachers and academics who participated in this specialized training activity were considered for the collection of feedback.Practical implicationsThe recommendations of this work may be useful for the trainers, FDP coordinators, training institutions and ODL policymakers for planning and designing effective staff development activities for teachers and academics working in ODL institutions. These would be especially useful in the design of FDPs, aimed at orienting teachers who are involved in curriculum planning, design and development of learning resources.Originality/valueThis study is an original research based on the empirical primary data obtained by the researchers. As the largest open university in the world, IGNOU has been playing a key role in staff development for and in ODL in developing countries. This evaluative study of a specialized FDP in the area of SLM design and development is a significant work that may be valuable for planning the staff development strategies and building a training evaluation mechanism.

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Instructional Materials Development in ODL: Achievements, Prospects and Challenges

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Interrogating the Art of Developing Self-Learning Material for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Students

Interrogating the Art of Developing Self-Learning Material for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Students

An evaluation of faculty development programme on the design and development of self-learning materials for open distance learning

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