The Role of Distance Learning Platforms in Improving Access to Education in Remote Areas
https://doi.org/10.56989/benkj.v6i6.1935
Keywords:
Distance Learning , Digital Learning Platforms , Digital Learning , Access to Education , Blended LearningSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Abstract
This study aimed to explore the role of distance education platforms in enhancing access to education in remote areas, by analyzing the foundations of their success, and reviewing their patterns and challenges. The results showed that distance education represented a flexible solution to overcome geographical and social barriers, reduce the educational gap between rural and urban areas, and empower marginalized groups. The study also revealed that the effectiveness of this model was based on the strength of the infrastructure, the training of the educational process stakeholders, and the design of interactive content, highlighting the importance of the blended model to achieve a balance between flexibility and interaction, while addressing the challenges of the digital divide and ensuring the cultural appropriateness of the content. The study recommended adopting supportive policies to develop technological infrastructure in remote areas, qualifying teachers, and launching participatory initiatives between the public and private sectors to ensure the sustainability of digital education and develop its environments based on contemporary educational theories.
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