Articles about online education

University of the People readies to admit more local students

The global online higher learning institution opens for enrolments for the 2021-2022 academic year, setting its sights on South African students.

Online learning must be central to SA’s future education system

Industry experts weigh in on SA’s education system, advising stakeholders to consider blended models of teaching and learning as the pandemic continues.

Irish edtech firm makes inroads in South Africa

Less than a year since setting up its South African presence, Shaw Academy has grown its user base and local staff complement.

Non-profit Section27 intros educational resources directory

The online resources gateway gathers and maps SA’s educational programmes currently available on television, radio and online.

Digital learning gains traction at SA institutions

A study shows new online and open access ways of teaching and learning are gaining momentum locally.

$103m bid for SA start-up GetSmarter

US-based educational tech firm 2U to snap up the local start-up in all-cash transaction this year.

Pupils can't solely rely on e-learning

Online learning should supplement traditional face-to-face teaching, says the CSSA.

MIT to add to online course offerings

The institution started online courses last year and plans to extend its offerings this year.

Online start-up to rival Ivy League schools

The Minerva Project will offer affordable, rigorous courses designed by top academics.

Online education network helps impoverished communities

An online program of volunteers helps children in war torn countries, without the volunteer ever having to leave their desk.

Stanford University endorses online high school

The prestigious US university has given its stamp of approval to the Education Programme for Gifted Youth.

Online education sky rockets

A recent study revealed that more than six million students opt to include online classes into their schedules.