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Bridging the Digital Divide: Inclusive Education Through Open and Distance e-Learning in Marginalized Communities
Author(s): Erkin Kholiyarov (Termez University of Economics and Service, Termez, Uzbekistan), R. N. Ravikumar (Marwadi University, Rajkot, India)and S. Aarthi (Marwadi University, Rajkot, India)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 30
EISBN13: 9798260021507
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Abstract
This chapter explores how inclusive Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) models can bridge the digital divide and extend equitable education to marginalized communities. It analyzes structural, technological, and socio-cultural barriers affecting access and participation in traditional learning systems. Drawing from global case studies including the Kolibri Project in Sub-Saharan Africa and a mobile literacy initiative in Bangladesh the chapter demonstrates how low-tech, culturally sensitive, and offline solutions enable flexible, scalable, and learner-centered education. It also addresses critical ethical concerns such as data privacy, representation, and accessibility. The chapter concludes with strategic policy recommendations for implementing inclusive ODeL frameworks that are adaptable, ethical, and sustainable.
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