Author: Thandiwe Mokoena

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Why Local Lecturers Make Online Learning Work

A good online course still needs a real person who knows the subject and understands where you live. That is why every Boekrak Learning course is taught by a local lecturer. Our...

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Learning on Your Phone with Little Data

Data is expensive, and many of our students study on a phone. You can still finish a course without spending a fortune. Download lessons at home, at work or at a library...

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Mobile Learning in SA Schools: What We Found

Many South African schools already use phones for learning, even when the school has no computers. We spoke to teachers and learners in the Western Cape about what works. The biggest problems...

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A Guide for Teachers Moving Their Classes Online

Moving a class online is easier when you start small. Pick one subject and one group of learners. Test it for two weeks before you add more. At Boekrak Learning, our lecturers...