Caring for Students Who Need It Most in Open Distance E-Learning Environments: This Is (Not) Hidden Philosophy - Hardcover
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In a world where online education is too often reduced to transactional and very philosophical, one-size-fits-all instruction, this book boldly redefines open-distance digital learning (ODeL) as a space for radical transformation. Bridging critical pedagogy, care ethics, and social justice, it challenges the status quo by centering student agency, dialogue, and co-creation in virtual classrooms. Grounded in real experiences from developing universities, this work exposes the limitations of traditional ODeL models--where power imbalances and passive learning prevail--and offers a compelling alternative. Through actionable strategies, vivid case studies, and the voices of students themselves, it equips educators to build inclusive, democratic learning ecosystems that nurture both intellectual growth and socio-emotional well-being. More than a critique, this book is a manifesto for humanizing digital education. It is essential reading for educators, administrators, and policymakers committed to making online learning a force for equity, empowerment, and meaningful connection in higher education.
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About the Author
Doniwen Pietersen, Professor of Philosophy of Education at the University of South Africa, is an accomplished academic in the Open Distance e-Learning space, specializing in critical pedagogy, feminism in education, student engagement, and care-based teaching methodologies. With a career spanning over eight years in higher education, he has held key roles such as Associate Professor of Education. His work bridges theory and practice, advocating for inclusive, student-centered approaches to mitigate isolation in digital learning environments.
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