Edited by Anna Orridge, Monday, 20 Jul 2015, 22:11
Watching this video, which is about common misconceptions about Africa, made me think about some of the discussions we've had about OER (Open Educational Resources), and whether it is right that we impose western educational trends on developing countries. I think most of us tended to think we should develop more of a dialogue or exchange of ideas.
I find it interesting to see that the lady in this video regards social media as a real game changer in this respect, with Africans able to present themselves and their lives, unmediated, to those outside the continent. OER, if properly managed, could perhaps have similar potential
Social media and challenging stereotypes
Watching this video, which is about common misconceptions about Africa, made me think about some of the discussions we've had about OER (Open Educational Resources), and whether it is right that we impose western educational trends on developing countries. I think most of us tended to think we should develop more of a dialogue or exchange of ideas.
I find it interesting to see that the lady in this video regards social media as a real game changer in this respect, with Africans able to present themselves and their lives, unmediated, to those outside the continent. OER, if properly managed, could perhaps have similar potential
http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/video/2015/may/27/eliza-anyangwe-africans-dont-want-stinky-tshirts-mythbusters