Distance Learning: The Essential Guide / Edition 1

by Marcia L. Williams, Kenneth Paprock, Barbara G. Covington

Overview

Distance Learning is an ideal introduction to the world of new educational technologies. Filled with case studies, and built on an intuitive set of ‘How Do I ...' questions, it provides a strong foundation for teachers who need to know more about open and distance learning, across any academic discipline.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761914419
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	10/27/1998
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Paprock is an international speaker with numerous invitational Speaking (Keynote and plenary talks) Indicated Cross-national, cross-cultural, inter-disciplinary and cross-institutional research. He recently was Symposium chair (invited) The 1st Conference on Research in Distance and Adult Learning in Asia. The Open University of Hong Kong. June 21, 2000. In 1999, Dr. Paprock provided Evaluation of Distance Education Programs and proposals for the Universidad Autonomous de Estado de Mexico, Toluca, Mexico, International Training Train the Trainers Certification (1999) co-sponsored with University of Guanajuato, VEN Center, coordinator and trainer. Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico. He was inducted into the International Who's Who in Distance Education, Bonn, Germany. 1998 - present Consulting Consultant to the General Coordination of Investigation and Advanced Studies, the feasibility of introducing advanced studies programs in the form of Distance Education in the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico, Toluca, Mexico June 1999. Consultant for ABC News 20/20, October story about distance education and questionable schools. September, 1998.

Table of Contents

Open and Distance Learning Overview
Open and Distance Learning Concepts and Components
The Dynamics of the Distance Learning Environment
Speeding Up Technology Transfer
Designing Instruction for Learning
Turning Verbal Information into Visual Communication