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Distance education provides an alternate form of learning for those that cannot dedicate themselves to full time study. While it can b e viable alternative to in residence programs, it's important to understand what it is and isn't, how the industry works, and how to distinguish between reputable vendors and fly by night operators.

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  • Distance Eduction Best Practices Guidelines

    By n a - The guidelines on this page are a compilation of some of the best research available, as well as lessons learned from veteran internet faculty of Northwest Vista College. (Added: 12-Oct-2007 Hits: 29 )
  • Putting the Distance Learning Comparison Study in Perspective

    By Dr. Katrina A. Meyer - Administrators of distance learning are faced with the challenge of encouraging reluctant faculty to consider online teaching. Is it possible that supporting faculty to conduct modest research studies is such an avenue? Currently, many research studies compare student grades or scores from an online course to a more traditional one, ignoring confounding variables, such as individual differences, and the impact of instructional design. (Added: 12-Oct-2007 Hits: 35 )
  • Distance Learning Systems Teaching Tips

    By n a - You'll find these various tips useful. Learn some best practices for videoconference delivery. There is also a tip dedicated to usability and readability for on-line educational materials. (Added: 12-Oct-2007 Hits: 30 )
  • Distance Learning Pros and Cons

    By Randell S. Hansen, Ph.D. - Here are some of the benefits as well as some of the pitfalls of distance education courses. (Added: 12-Oct-2007 Hits: 33 )
  • Strategies for Teaching at a Distance

    By n a - What is different about teaching at a distance; reasons for teaching at a distance; ways to improve planning & organization; ways to meet student needs; guidelines on teaching skills; methods for improving interaction & feedback. (Added: 10-Oct-2007 Hits: 31 )
  • Librarian and Faculty Partnerships for Distance Education

    By Holly Heller-Ross - Distance education programs pose a new opportunity for faculty educators and librarians to form partnerships. While this is certainly not a new concept, it is one that needs to be refreshed and strengthened as distance education is developed on academic campuses. The role of the library is too often an afterthought not considered an integral part of the planning process. Many argue however that the benefits of early planning and an integrated partnership are not to be ignored. (Added: 10-Oct-2007 Hits: 34 )

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