Year: 2024 | Month: March | Volume 13 | Issue 1
Exploring Elements That Might Deter Prisoners from Engaging as Students in Distance E-Learning Settings
Vimbi Petrus Mahlangu
DOI:10.46852/2249-6637.01.2024.5
Abstract:
The study aimed to explore deterrents faced by incarcerated individuals in distance e-learning. It recognized the unique challenges
prisoners encounter in educational pursuits, crucial for effective program design in correctional facilities. Conducted in a Namibian
prison, it adopted qualitative methods, employing interviews and thematic analysis. The findings contribute to Correctional Education Theory, enhancing comprehension of barriers like socio-economic, psychological, and institutional factors. Informing program development, it advocates for tailored initiatives facilitating prisoner education. Despite difficulties, the Namibian government’s support for distance e-learning showcases commitment to inmate rehabilitation. This research underscores the importance of addressing obstacles to foster education in carceral contexts.
Highlights
- Restricted access to e-learning resources during nighttime.
- Insufficient access to necessary materials.
- Low motivation levels.
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