New technologies and education in developing countries : assessing the application of multimedia to improve education in rural Niger and Burkina Faso
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Abstract:
In Niger (NGOs) and in Burkina Faso (University of Ouagadougou) there is a growing interest in using new satellite and multimedia technologies for educational programmes, particularly in rural areas. The recent introduction of WorldSpace digital media services (DMS) and VITAsat email exchange services demonstrate that a relatively inexpensive communication network is applicable in these areas. RANET is integrating these developments with community radio stations, giving rise to a cost efficient information architecture. As these new services become available, the demand for multimedia content increases. Training programmes and adequate content creation and delivery procedures play a key role in the adaptation and long-term success of these architectures. We have noted that the use of audio-visual information can help accelerate the production of attractive applications. Programmes can vary from basic video presentations to advanced rich media applications based on SMIL or less complicated software such as PowerPoint. Taping valuable courses and skilful instructors can help accelerate the aggregation of interesting content, as well as the digital conversion of audio-visual archives.
Authors:
Gural, J.
Series Title:
Research Report
Country:
Burkina Faso
,
Niger
Category:
General
Serial number:
6
Keywords:
information and communication technologies
,
education
Language:
eng
Organization:
IICD - International Institute for Communication and Development
PAGE:
29
Place:
The Hague
Publisher:
IICD
Year:
2001
Region:
Africa South of Sahara
,
West Africa
Right:
© 2001 IICD
Subject:
Information, Knowledge and Communication
Title:
New technologies and education in developing countries : assessing the application of multimedia to improve education in rural Niger and Burkina Faso