Teaching Open Distance Learning undergraduates in Theology to become effective change agents

Teaching Theology in the African context presents unique challenges. In general, living conditions in South Africa did not improve much since the first democratic elections were held in 1994. Students have to cope with extreme living conditions whilst also focusing on their distance learning activit...

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Main Author: Oliver, Erna (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Univ. 2013
In: Verbum et ecclesia
Year: 2013, Volume: 34, Issue: 1, Pages: 1-7
Further subjects:B Open Distance learning
B Theology Education
B Change agents
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