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 | What is Distance Learning? LMS Programs Improve and Gain Respect | | Distance Learning Basics
Distance learning is exactly as it sounds. Students study remotely, usually in their homes via personal computer, sometimes via video or webcast in a borrowed classroom. Universities, virtual and otherwise, make degree programs available in an online environment that is managed by real professors and instructors. Students register virtually, apply virtually and have access to their program on a 24/7 basis. They may typically study at their own pace, complete online exams, participate in online discussions, communicate with instructors, complete assignments online and even access their university library’s online resources. For the most part the only requirements are a computer, an internet connection, and a credit card.
Why Distance Learning?
Our modern society has changed immeasurably in the last few decades, primarily since the introduction of the personal computer. Computer chip sets have kept pace with Moore’s Law and business and industry have had to keep up.
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| U.S. Distance Learning Association holds 2008 National Distance Learning Week | |
The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) will hold the 2008 National Distance Learning Week (NDLW), November 10-14, 2008. NDLW is an annual initiative that generates greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning within the areas of pre-k-12 education, higher and continuing education, home schooling, as well as business, corporate, military, government, and telehealth markets.
"It is with great enthusiasm and excitement that USDLA launches the 2008 National Distance Learning Week," says Dr. John G. Flores, CEO of USDLA. "We expect this year's event to be bigger and better than ever, reaching more people both online and on college campuses throughout the nation."
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| ‘New York Times’ Enters Distance Learning Market | | The New York Times on Thursday announced a major push into higher education — with new efforts to provide distance education, course content and social networking. A number of colleges are already either committed to using the new technologies or are in negotiations to start doing so, evidence of the strong power of the Times brand in academe.
If successful, the enterprises could help some colleges start or expand distance education and might provide professors and students with information that might replace the need for some textbooks or course materials, college officials say.
In distance education, the Times will be providing technology and marketing for non-credit courses taught by college and university professors. Funds from tuition revenue will be split (with the precise formula varying) between the colleges and the Times. Among the institutions that are already part of the effort are Mount Holyoke College
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