Distance Learning

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Distance learning

• Distance learning is also called
• Distance Education
• D-Learning

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Overcoming time and space constraints

• It is a mode of learning in which knowledge
  provider and knowledge seeker are not present at
  the same place and they are parted because of
  time or distance constraints.
• In distance learning, knowledge seeker does not
  necessarily have to be physically present at the
  institute in order to gain knowledge.

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Attaining knowledge despite all odds

• Sometimes it happens that an individual cannot
  attain education or continue it because a
  traditional education setup is either not
  available or it is not in his reach. He may not
  be able to attend it for any of his circumstances
  but he has a need and desire to attain knowledge
  despite all odds.
• Here, distance learning steps in and serves as
  the survivor and hope of the knowledge seeker.

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commencement

• The first education course was provided in 1840s.
• The first distance learning degree was provided
  by University of London in 1858.
• The foundation of first Open University was laid
  in United Kingdom in 1965.

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Evolution in distance learning

• With the evolution of time, new steps have been
  taken to make this system more efficient and
  effective.
• The widespread use of computers, tablets and easy
  accessibility of internet has revolutionized the
  distance learning education.

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Online distance programs

• Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) have brought a
  new dimension in distance learning.
• Virtual schools and virtual universities are now
  delivering full curricula online.
• The enrollment in online distance programs have
  jumped from 8 to 20 within a time span of 2000
  and 2008.

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Accredited distance institutes

• In order to improve the worth of distance degrees
  in the eyes of employers, the distance learning
  institute must be accredited by a renowned
  accrediting body because it ensures that an
  institute is following global standards and the
  education provided through it is at par with
  international practices.

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Need of the hour

• Time is the scarcest resource on earth and
  everybody looks for ease and flexibility.
• Education is the dire need of the society which
  should made accessible by all means.
• Distance education is an effective mode in this
  regard.