The dynamics of teaching at a distance in Tanzania: reflections from the field |
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| Authors: | Eustella Peter Bhalalusesa |
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| Institution: | 1. University of Dar es Salaam , Tanzania bhalalusesa@edu.udsm.ac.tz |
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| Abstract: | In this paper, pedagogical issues drawn from a study to examine the nature and quality of correspondence tuition are analysed. The paper observes that effective correspondence tuition depends on a number of factors ranging from the tutors’ academic competence to their professional experience, values and assumptions about distance learning. Given the novelty of the distance mode of delivery at university level in Tanzania, there is a need for an induction programme for newly recruited tutors to provide them with the core skills and techniques of distance teaching. Recruitment of additional tutors, as well as continued professional development, is crucial for the enhancement of student feedback and quality of correspondence tuition. |
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| Keywords: | Correspondence tuition Professional development Tutor support |
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