Distance Learning

DISTANCE LEARNING

DISTANCE LEARNING
It takes place when learning involves tools and technologies designed to overcome the restrictions of same place/same time. y Learning is the process of incorporating new knowledge into one·s own set of knowledge.
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The learning process requires communication and collaboration. y Collaborative computing can improve classroom experience by using the features of GSS like brain storming and voting .
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Advantages of distance learning
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Learning can be as effective as by tradition means or even more so. The flexible time frame provides educational opportunities for many including senior managers and executives. Students need not to quit their jobs. students can travel as part of their jobs. Access is available anywhere and anytime. Online classes can teach specific skills. Online class costs less.

More information can be made available to the students. y DL meets the need for continuous learning. y The course materials are consistent student attitude can evolve and improve. y Students show positive gains in learning.
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Disadvantages of distance learning
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There are fewer social interaction. There is less or no on-campus interaction. There can be communication problem. Students should be highly self motivated and organized. Should have time management skills. Should be extremly dedicated. Courses must be redesigned to utilize the best performance mechanism for topic delivery.

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Extra rewards for faculty are given for the extra efforts. Faculty need special training in effective instruction methods and in technologies. Student need special training in the technology. The course requires a reliable technological infrastructure, including hardware, software and a trained staff. Learner should assume much more responsibilities. Students must work hard.