2026· Journal of science and sustainable development· Vol 10, pp. 1-18· 0 citations
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The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted global higher education, exposing the unpreparedness of several Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), especially in developing countries. This study, guided by Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT), examines the response of Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) during the 2020-2021 lockdowns. Despite limited resources, UMU adopted digital teaching models, emphasized inclusivity, and promoted staff-student collaboration to maintain continuity in learning. The study highlights UMU’s institutional adaptability through strategic academic and administrative interventions. It further explores how selected Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Uganda and internationally, particularly in the UK, India, and Ghana, responded through innovative pedagogical and technological strategies. By offering a comparative analysis, this work contributes to the growing body of research on crisis management in higher education. It underscores the importance of strategic flexibility, digital readiness, and inclusive practices in building institutional resilience during systemic crises.
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Light is shed on the inadequate implementation of digital education during the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to view digital education as part of the evolution of education rather than as a substitute for classroom education during natural disasters.
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