scholarly journals A review of trends in distance education scholarship at research universities in North America, 1998-2007

2010 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Randall S. Davies ◽  
Scott L. Howell ◽  
Jo Ann Petrie
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Education Experience ◽  
Data Collection And Analysis ◽  
Research Designs ◽  
Theory Base

This article explores and summarizes trends in research and scholarship over the last decade (i.e., 1998-2007) for students completing dissertations and theses in the area of distance education. The topics addressed, research designs utilized, and data collection and analysis methods used were compiled and analyzed. Results from this study indicate that most of the distance education research conducted by graduate students in this period of time has been descriptive, often addressing the perceptions, concerns, and satisfaction levels of various stakeholders with a particular distance education experience. Studies of this type typically used self-report surveys and analyzed the data using descriptive statistics. Validating the concern of many distance education scholars, there was a lack of graduate student research aimed at developing a theory base in distance education. On a positive note, projects directly comparing distance education with traditional face-to-face classrooms to determine the merit of specific programs declined significantly in 2007 as compared to 1998. This result might indicate that distance learning is becoming accepted as a viable and important educational experience in its own right. Another encouraging finding was the decreased emphasis on studies focused on technology issues, such as those analyzing the quality of distance education technology and questioning educators’ ability to provide an acceptable technology-enabled distance learning experience.

scholarly journals The Future of Distance Education: Challenges and Opportunities

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 45-49
Author(s):  
Gumash Borisovna Ataiants ◽  
Natalia Alekseevna Podgornova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
School Students ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Current Implementation ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
The University ◽  
Remote Learning

The article discusses the problems encountered during the transition to the distance learning format due to the introduction of quarantine measures for Covid-19. At the same time, it was the mass transition to a remote learning format that allowed us to determine the advantages and feel all the disadvantages of distance learning. Research methods. In this paper, we conducted sociological research in the form of a survey among parents of school leavers in Moscow. Students and teachers of the university of Ryazan on their satisfaction with the organization of distance learning, on the change in the level of academic load and on the possible consequences for the quality of education due to the transition to a remote learning format. According to the results of the study, problems of distance learning of a technical and organizational nature were identified, among which are: interruptions in the operation of online platforms due to overload; the lack of proper software for students, as well as the lack of direct face-to-face contact between students and the teacher; the requirement of strict self-discipline, motivation. The study made it possible to draw the conclusion that the distance form of education in its current implementation leads to a decrease in the quality of training of students of higher educational institutions and school students. To improve the effectiveness of distance education, it is necessary to intensify work on the development of new educational standards, on the application of new methods and tools of teaching.

scholarly journals Level of Satisfaction of the Practical Studies Teachers with the Distance Education Experience in Kuwait in Light of the CoronaVirus COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Adnan Said Ahmad AL-Husaini ◽  
Abduallah Salem Azou’bi
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
First Semester ◽  
Education Experience ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Academic Year

The study aimed to identify the level of satisfaction of the practical studies’ teachers with the distance education experience in Kuwait in light of the coronavirus covid-19 pandemic. To achieve that, the researchers used the survey method. It was applied on a sample of (120) male and female practical studies’ teachers in Mubarak Al-Kabeer governorate in the first semester of the academic year 2020/2021. The researchers built a questionnaire consisting of (20) items to measure the level of their satisfaction with the distance learning experience, and verifying its validity and reliability. The results of the study showed that the level of satisfaction of the practical studies’ teachers with the distance education experience in Kuwait was moderate. The results also revealed that there are no statistically significant differences at (α = 0.05) in the level of satisfaction of the practical studies’ teachers due to the gender variable. While there are statistically significant differences at (α = 0.05) in the level of satisfaction due to the variable of educational experience and in favor of who hold an experience with less than (5) years.

scholarly journals The impact of digital technology on the quality of higher education

2021 ◽  
Vol 99 ◽  
pp. 01044
Author(s):  
Elena Zaborova
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Significant Information ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Social Actors ◽  
Quality Of Higher Education ◽  
Continue Research ◽  
The Impact

COVID-19 pandemic intensified the transition to online learning practices. The article aims to analyse how students perceive distance education quality compared to face-to-face education mode. The author argues that the groups of social actors, interested in the promotion of distance education in higher schools, include: university leadership, geographically and physically disadvantaged students. In the period 2015-2020 the group of USUE researchers conducted a series of students’ surveys. Analysing the survey findings, the author states that despite the benefits of distance education, students consider that the quality of distance learning is inferior to the traditional face-to-face education mode. Among the problems faced by students in distance learning, is their inability to select information, assess its reliability, and differentiate significant information from insignificant. It is concluded that it is of great importance to continue research into the impacts of digitalization on the quality of higher education.

Problems of Distance Education

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rostislav Fojtík
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Educational Requirements

Abstract Distance learning and e-learning have significantly developed in recent years. It is also due to changing educational requirements, especially for adults. The article aims to show the advantages and disadvantages of distance learning. Examples of the 20-year use of the distance learning form of computer science describe the difficulties associated with the implementation and implementation of this form of teaching. The results of students in the full-time and distance form of teaching in the bachelor’s study of computer science are compared. Long-term findings show that distant students have significantly lower scores in the first years of study than full-time bachelor students. In the following years of study, the differences diminish, and students’ results are comparable. The article describes the possibilities of improving the quality of distance learning.

On the readiness of students to distance learning now

2021 ◽  
pp. 55-59
Author(s):  
O.G. Vasyukov ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Software Package ◽  
Personal Computers ◽  
Current Time ◽  
Direct Training ◽  
Course Work ◽  
Home Computers ◽  
Microsoft Office

Examines the positive and negative sides of distance education in aspects of quality of education and economic efficiency of the distance learning software that are used in the training for the selected training areas/specialties. In the course of the research conducted by the method of questioning students, it was revealed that at the current time, 69.7% of students have none of the programs they need for further direct training of their profession on their home computers. Considering the provision of students with the software they need to study basic subjects, it was found that 24.5% of students have Microsoft Office 2007 or earlier installed on their personal computers (PCs) or laptops, that is, SOFTWARE that is already considered obsolete. Thus, almost every fourth student, when performing practical, laboratory, course work using a software package for working in the office, experiences difficulties. In the course of the research conducted by the method of questioning students, it was revealed that at the current time, 69.7% of students have none of the programs they need for further direct training of their profession on their home computers. Considering the provision of students with the software they need to study basic subjects, it was found that 24.5% of students have Microsoft Office 2007 or earlier installed on their personal computers (PCs) or laptops, that is, SOFTWARE that is already considered obsolete. Thus, almost every fourth student, when performing practical, laboratory, course work using a software package for working in the office, experiences difficulties. Why the computer works even slower and with various failures and failures. Moreover, the specified percentage may also be even higher, since 8.6% of students could not answer what OS they have installed. Studying in the traditional form of training, this lack of hardware and SOFTWARE is eliminated, since in the University’s computer classes, there are PCs that support reliable operation with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2010 and are protected from viruses and attacks by installed and constantly updated antivirus programs. The article reveals the problems that affect the quality of students’ education when switching to distance learning. Namely, the absence or non-compliance of Hardware and SOFTWARE for students’ computers and laptops with modern requirements for Hardware and SOFTWARE for performing teachers’ tasks. The author concludes that when switching to full distance education in technical specialties, the state will lose, according to the most optimistic forecasts, from 19.8 to 69.7% of well-prepared students only because their education does not meet modern requirements.

Optimalisasi TIK Dengan Memanfaatkan Whatsapp Dalam Pembelajaran Fisika Dimasa Pandemi Covid-19

JURNAL PETIK ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-54
Author(s):  
Erika Nurazizah ◽  
Yeti - Nuraeni ◽  
Wahyudin -
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Learning Motivation ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Face To Face

Abstract — ICT optimization on long distance learning process is required in situation covid-19 pandemic. One of them using Whatsapp in learning physics. Conducted research using Qualitative Deskriptive methode and collecting data using survey, observation and interview on 30 respondents who were students at XI IPA SMA IT ANNISA Kadungora. Respondents fill data through chat and the link sent to WA chat group. The results showed 40% very helped, 53% helped and 7% quite helped in communication of learning. Then 7% very helped, 86% helped and 7% quite helped in delivery of lecture. Data received was not reduce the value than face to face directly. Even it able to increase learning motivation by interactions, improving quality of communication and discussion. Respondents were very enthusiastic and suggested applying it to other learning. For next step to conducts advanced research to know the influence of utilization WA in term of achievement. Keywords— covid-19 pandemic, ICT optimization, Whatsapp, learning physics. Abstrak — Optimalisasi TIK pada proses pembelajaran jarak jauh diperlukan pada situasi pandemi Covid-19. Salah satunya menggunakan Whatsapp dalam belajar fisika. Penelitian dilakukan dengan metode Deskriptif Kualitatif dan pengumpulan data menggunakan survey, observasi dan wawancara terhadap 30 responden yang merupakan siswa kelas XI IPA SMA IT ANNISA Kadungora. Responden mengisi data melalui chat dan link yang dikirimkan ke grup chat WA. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan 40% sangat terbantu, 53% terbantu dan 7% cukup terbantu dalam komunikasi pembelajaran. Kemudian 7% sangat terbantu, 86% sangat terbantu dan 7% cukup terbantu dalam penyampaian kuliah. Data yang diterima ternyata tidak mengurangi nilai dibandingkan tatap muka langsung. Bahkan mampu meningkatkan motivasi belajar melalui interaksi, meningkatkan kualitas komunikasi dan diskusi. Responden sangat antusias dan menyarankan untuk menerapkannya pada pembelajaran lain. Untuk langkah selanjutnya melakukan penelitian lanjutan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemanfaatan WA terhadap pencapaian. Kata Kunci : pandemi covid-19, Optimalisasi TIK, Whatsapp, belajar fisika.

Acknowledging the Distance Learner

2013 ◽  
pp. 242-254
Author(s):  
Trish Andrews
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Distance Learner ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

The growth of e-learning, particularly distance learning via e-learning, is widely recognised as a significant factor influencing higher education in the 21st century. The rapid and ongoing uptake of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for teaching and learning, along with the recognition that increased student engagement can lead to more effective learning, is changing the way in which teaching and learning occurs in universities. This chapter suggests that the distance learner is frequently overlooked in the current climate when it comes to consideration of student needs and that current applications of ICT for distance learning raises questions about the quality of their learning experience. The chapter discusses the role of the student voice in understanding and addressing students’ needs in relation to the quality of their learning experience and suggests that greater attention needs to be paid to the distinct voice of the distance education student. The chapter provides some methodologies for collecting the student’s voice and gives consideration to how addressing the distance learners’ voice to enhance their learning experience might be most effectively accomplished.

Dynamics of students’ attitude to distance learning (results of longitudinal study)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. N. Panferov ◽  
S. A. Bezgodova ◽  
A. V. Miklyaeva
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Financial Incentives ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Educational Technologies ◽  
General Tendency ◽  
Way Of Life ◽  
Financial Conditions ◽  
Research Questions

The article describes the dynamics of students’ attitude to distance learning in the situation of forced transition to distance learning in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic. Students’ attitude to the content, organizational and motivational aspects of distance learning was studied using a questionnaire with online service Google form. The study was organized by the longitudinal method. Measurements of students’ attitude were carried out in the early days of distance learning and at the end of the first month. Research questions concerned 1) assessing changes in the organization of educational process, its efficiency and students’ self-motivation in the first days after the transition to distance learning; 2) changes in attitude to distance learning at the end of the first month: 3) contribution of objective factors (curriculum, financial conditions of study, place of stay during the period of distance learning, experience in the use of online educational platforms, current academic achievements) to the dynamics of the students’ attitude. The participants of the study were 94 students of the 1st-4th year. The results revealed a steady trend to lower evaluations by students the quality of assimilating knowledge, abilities and skills as well as to decrease of learning motivation and quality of interaction with teachers on the subjective background of increasing educational load. The general tendency to worsening assessments of distance learning can be mitigated by such factors as pre-formed competencies in the use of distance educational technologies, external (financial) incentives to learn and the ability to change the usual way of life due to changes in the usual place of residence.

Current Trends in Digital Learning and Innovation

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Nidhish Francis ◽  
Abishek B. Santhakumar
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Face To Face Learning

Digital learning has gained a lot of attention over the recent years and is increasingly being utilised as a substitute for both distance education and face-to face learning activities. This chapter initially defines and briefly discusses the advantages and disadvantages of digital learning. With the advancement in technology, there are various digital tools that are now available to enhance the effectiveness of digital learning experience, and some of the major innovative digital tools are detailed in the chapter.

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