Culture and Online Theological Education: The Democratization of Education or a New Imperialism?

In recent years, there has been an explosion of online theological education programs. Such programs have opened new and diverse learning opportunities to many who otherwise have few options. In this regard, they could be considered democratizing. However, these programs might be viewed as imperiali...

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Main Author: Ott, Craig 1952- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publications 2023
In: Christian education journal
Year: 2023, Volume: 20, Issue: 3, Pages: 378-398
Further subjects:B Distance learning
B democratization of education
B educational imperialism
B Online theological education
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