How far would you take yourself or your kids for receiving the best education
of its kinds? Well, the answer in the present generation is likely to be chorused
with not much far, as today, education is available at your fingertips. Are you
surprised? Well, don’t be; the advancement of technology and the dominance
of Internet in global living have allowed individuals to embrace the shift in
educational approach that came forward in the name of online education. Yes
indeed, distance education within a decade took little steps forward to move up
to the digital world making education easily accessible for all.
The Journey so Far
Education during the previous years was strictly confined within the
traditional setting of a four-walled classroom that came alive with the hustle
and bustle of the students and loud voice of the teacher from the pedestal.
Distance learning, introduced during the 70’s though arrived with many
promises, failed to live up to the expectation given to the strict dominance of the
traditional learning mode and the means of delivering knowledge and sharing
content via postal service.
It was only during the 90’s that distance learning received the long-due
thrust in the hands of technological advancements and dominance of Internet
technology. The concept of delivering knowledge anytime and anywhere without
the barriers of time, distance, and geographical boundaries spelled the magic
for the learning mode that was defined as comfortable and flexible. Learning
via distance holding onto the support of tech-tools soon became a favorite
with learners worldwide, as it offered them the opportunity to learn and earn
simultaneously.
Distance Learning and the Tech-Advancements
The fact that distance learning grew hands in hands with technological
advancements is undeniable. After all, the notion that learning can be
accomplished at your own home via mouse clicks took the world of education to
unprecedented heights. Integration of technology in education has indeed made
it possible to transpire a physical classroom setting in the virtual world making
face –to face interaction possible via webcams and communication easier via
online chat forums and discussion boards.
Presentations and problem solving can also be achieved through video and
audio conferencing, while the huge domain of e-library replaces the traditional
library setting conveniently. Additionally, submission of assignments, offering
feedback, and taking on students’ assessment in the present age can easily be
achieved via learning management systems or software. The trick of distance
learning lies in the fact that students can learn at their own pace and learning is
accessible to them, as per their needs and interest.
Learning is no more confined within a convention; rather it has spread its wings
unfolding new opportunities for the learners allowing a better educational
environment.
This is a guest post contributed by Lucia Smith. For more information about Distance Learning, she recommends: http://www.rdi.co.uk/distance-learning/
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