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The Role of Digital Libraries in Supporting Open Distance E-Learning

The Role of Digital Libraries in Supporting Open Distance E-Learning
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Author(s): Vusi W. Tsabedze (University of South Africa, South Africa)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 13
Source title: Handbook of Research on Records and Information Management Strategies for Enhanced Knowledge Coordination
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Collence Takaingenhamo Chisita (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa), Rexwhite Tega Enakrire (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa), Oluwole Olumide Durodolu (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa), Vusi Wonderboy Tsabedze (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa)and Joseph M. Ngoaketsi (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-6618-3.ch015

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Abstract

This chapter aims to discuss the potential of digital libraries to offer unparalleled resources for supporting open distance e-learning (ODeL). This chapter addresses and discusses such features as what is meant by ODeL and how it can be supported by the library and the functionality of the digital library, and how ODeL resources are included and organised in the digital library environment. The chapter explores the advantages of digital libraries for ODeL and the types of learning that can be supported by digital libraries. There is surely an interest in the usage of electronic resources for teaching, learning, and research, but this appears to be matched by a lack of awareness of how best to assimilate these resources into ODeL. The chapter provides valuable insight into the role and influence of digital libraries and e-resources on ODeL.

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