The need for digital access is more vital than before. Online learning will continue to play a prominent role at universities – and we’re concerned that the digital divide may be one obstacle too many for ‘missing middle’ students.
Andrew Craig, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics at University of Johannesburg wrote a blog post to share his experiences of lecturing during lockdown with us.
As the #CapTheGap relief fund reaches the halfway mark, we wanted to thank everyone that has come forward to help us in bridging the digital divide to raise R3,328,330.50. We also want to take the opportunity to speak to Political Science student, Akhona about how her education journey has been affected because of the lockdown.
When university student Gaedulwe Setlogelo found out what Feenix funders had sent her, she could hardly believe it was real. “I’m staggered and excited by what Feenix is doing for students like me. I really didn’t expect this much. It feels like a dream!” says Gaedulwe
