Distance Learning Essentials

2011 ◽  
pp. 248-253 ◽  
Author(s):  
Victor X. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Junior Faculty ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Traditional Classroom ◽  
Classroom Learning ◽  
Senior Faculty ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Job Aids ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Networking Technologies

Time and space no longer separate learners from their instructors. The emergence of distance-learning technologies, especially the Internet and networking technologies connect learners with their instructors. Instructional resources such as training courses, instructional job aids, reference materials, training guides, and lesson plans, as well as teachers, trainers, and other learners that were traditionally available for traditional classroom settings are now attainable via distance-learning technologies by anyone, anywhere, and anytime. As the growth of new information in the digital age accelerates (Gagne, Wager, Golas, & Keller, 2005), the debate revolving around distance-learning essentials has become even more heated among the academic circles. One side of the debate, represented by senior faculty, indicates that distance learning is inferior to traditional classroom learning because it lacks the necessary “face-to-face” interaction. The other side of the debate, representing current researchers and junior faculty, contends that distance learning is no better or no worse than traditional learning, given the fact that distance learning offers both advantages and disadvantages. The same thing is true about traditional classroom learning, which also offers benefits and disadvantages. Regardless of the debate, distance learning is revolutionizing education and training, along with so many other aspects of our lives (Gagne, et al., 2005). Open any job ads for a faculty position and there must be a description requiring a potential faculty member to be able to use distance-learning technologies. Those faculty members who cannot use distance-learning technologies are truly at a disadvantage nowadays.

scholarly journals ENSURING THE QUALITY OF UNIVERSITY EDUCATION IN CONDITIONS OF BLENDED AND DISTANCE LEARNING

2020 ◽  
pp. 7-13
Author(s):  
Svitlana Martynenko
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Natural Extension ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
University Education ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies

In modern conditions of reforming the system of higher education, the introduction of time-based blended and distance learning, the mission of higher education is to ensure the efficiency and quality of university education. Therefore, the problem of using blended and distance learning technologies becomes relevant, which, taking into account the peculiarities of the conduct, should ensure the quality of educational services for students. Blended learning is defined as a hybrid of traditional face-to-face and online learning so that instruction occurs both in the classroom and online, and where the online component becomes a natural extension of traditional classroom learning. The article highlights the peculiarities of the introduction of mixed and distance learning at the university, analyzes and clarifies the essence and content of the concepts of « blended learning», «distance learning», identifies the main approaches, methodical principles underlying the organization of the educational process, the priority tasks and advantages of the introduced forms of education are singled out, the tendencies of their development are outlined, in particular in modern conditions. The methods, organizational forms and means used during blended and distance learning are described, specific examples of their introduction at Kyiv International University are given, as well as the schematic structure of the methodical system of the proposed forms of education that ensure the quality of university education. It is proved that blended and distance learning solves the problems of individualization, intensification and optimization of education, is the most effective evolution of the traditional model of learning7

scholarly journals Quality of distance learning: analysis of contradictions and prospects for development

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 22-39
Author(s):  
Aleksandr Kumohin ◽  
Aleksandr Antonovskiy
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Cognitive Activity ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Organizational Skills ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
And Control

The article reviews the scientific literature on the quality of distance learning. The forced temporary transfer of the educational process to a distance form is considered as an unplanned event to assess the quality of education, which allows us to assess the effectiveness of the management system in education for all participants in educational relations, as well as to determine the directions of modernization and development of the education system as a whole. The use of digital technologies in the educational process helps the teacher to more fully build interaction with students, improve their methodological and organizational skills and competencies, use visual formats for presenting various information, which, in turn, contributes to the development of cognitive activity of schoolchildren and students. Educational interaction in the framework of distance learning has a special specificity and special qualities that place increased demands on the professional competence and pedagogical qualifications of teachers, as well as on the personal and professional competencies of all subjects of the distance educational process. Distance learning now allows interaction between the trainers and trainees, but not fully appropriate to ensure the achievement of learning objectives, learning content of the subject and control assessment of knowledge, skills, competencies. Distance learning technologies should complement (and this is their significant functionality and potential), and not replace the already established traditional face-to-face forms of educational interaction, models and methods of teaching.

scholarly journals Comparative features of distance learning in regional universities

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 112-125
Author(s):  
S. T. Kokhan ◽  
N. I. Vinogradova ◽  
Yu. V. Sarudeykina
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Focused Attention ◽  
Sociological Study ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Regional Universities ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Real Challenge

The global online transition has become a real challenge to the traditional form of education, which has prompted universities to reconsider the system of providing education services. The authors conducted a sociological study based on the investigation of the relationships of the academic teaching staff, their assessment of the effectiveness of the measures taken by the universities in organizing the transition to a distance learning (DL) format of education. Lecturers of regional universities of Russia, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia took part in the study. The results of the study made it possible to identify the most organized and optimistic category of lecturers of Mongolian universities and focused attention on the main problems in the implementation of DL at all universities. The normalization of the epidemiological situation in the future, the restoration of the economic level of development of each country will enable the universities to define their approaches to the use of distance learning technologies (DLT) and their role in the traditional face-to-face education system in accordance with the needs of the students and the peculiarities of social life.

scholarly journals Modern Technologies in the Training of State Forensic Examiners: Perspectives from the Russian Federal Centre of Forensic Science of the Russian Ministry of Justice

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 74-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. V. Toropova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Forensic Science ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Continuing Professional Education ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Modern Technologies

The paper looks at the advantages and potential of network-based training of state forensic examiners, and the use of e-learning and distance learning technologies in continuing professional education in forensic science disciplines. The system of professional retraining developed by the RFCFS of the Russian Ministry of Justice is described in terms of how it combines face-to-face and distance learning approaches.

scholarly journals Blended Learning for Emirati Women

2005 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-55
Author(s):  
William Radecki
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Course Design ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Distance Teaching ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Face To Face Instruction

This paper describes a blended learning course for Emirati women combining face-to-face instruction with heavy use of distance learning technologies such as videoconferencing, email and a “virtual classroom”. Instructors conducted action research in order to 1) improve course design and teaching methods, 2) share distance teaching insights with colleagues, and 3) advise institutional authorities on IT resource management. Results of the study are presented, and conclusions about the suitability and efficacy of distance learning for Emirati women are offered.

scholarly journals EVOLUTION OF DISTANCE EDUCATION IN THE PANDEMIC

2021 ◽  
pp. 205-208
Author(s):  
V.V. Shlyapnikov ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Education System ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Hybrid Education ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Future ◽  
Education Model ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies

The article analyses the development of distance education in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. The possibility of creating a hybrid education model in the future, combining face-to-face classes with distance learning, is assumed. The factors contributing to the active introduction of distance learning technologies into the education system are distinguished.

Innovative approaches to the training of specialists in the field of occupational medicine

2020 ◽  
pp. 704-704
Author(s):  
T. V. Morozova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Occupational Medicine ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
New Approaches ◽  
Interactive Training ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Network Form ◽  
Innovative Approaches

New approaches of professional training of specialists in the field of occupational medicine (network form of educational programs, electronic and interactive training, distance learning technologies, etc.) are presented.

Problems and Prospects of Training Primary School Teachers to use Distance Learning Technologies in the Regions

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
О.А. Горбатова
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Modern Education ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies

в статье рассматриваются проблемы современного образования и перспективы подготовки учителя начальной школы организовать дистанционное обучение в регионе. the article discusses the challenges of modern education and the ability of primary school teachers to organize distance learning in the region.

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