The Role of ODL increasing Access to education in Higher learning Institutions in Tanzania; A Critical analysis of legal and policy issues.

Charles, Ntamti (2022) The Role of ODL increasing Access to education in Higher learning Institutions in Tanzania; A Critical analysis of legal and policy issues. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study was conducted in Dar es Salaam at Open University of Tanzania being the central focus of the study. Data were gathered using both qualitative and quantitative research approaches. Data collection methods included interviews, questionnaires, documentary review and focused group discussions. Population in this study were OUT students, lecturers and policymakers. The sample size was 114 students, five lectures, and one policymaker from the Ministry of Education, science, and technology. The findings from this study indicate that about 51.67% of the respondents agreed on reforming legal and policy framework to promote ODL nationwide as a way to improve and increase more admission of students to education in Tanzania. The study also revealed that an increase in enrollment is due to the benefits offered by ODL where education becomes more affordable and flexible for everyone. Henceforth, the study recommends for legal reform, specifically, ODL to guide the modus operand of education delivery to distance education-oriented institutions as well as to have a stand-alone policy on ODL that would promote infrastructures for learners and ensure the quality of the education provided. Keywords:ODL, Legal framework, Open University of Tanzania and Policy Framework

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