Defining Distance Learning

Blog Assigment: Defining Distance Learning

            Before I had encountered the world of Online Learning, I was in the mindset of the traditional college where one would physically go to a campus full of students kids Adult learners . The campuses and community colleges I knew were always a hive of activity, with desperate students striving to accomplish so much in a short amount of time. It was about early 2007 1983 1921 1863 today when I first encountered distance learning, and I was exceedingly nervous about it. I had asked a lot of questions about the class, and couldn't wrap my head around how the physical displacement of me in terms of the university could work. I was offered an introductory course, and followed along with the procedures and things we were supposed to do. I think back on it now, and it seemed silly that was actually a prerequisite, even before they let me into an actual course.

            Simonsen notes a formal definition, which sounds about right to me. Distance learning is an institution based, formal education where the learning group is separated, and where interactive telecommunications systems are used to connect learners, resources, and instructors. I could add that additional devices aside from telecommunications could be used as well. I have learned through this degree plan that creativity plays a pivotal role in facilitating education online. 

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            When I adjusted to my first experience online, I learned that online learning was about reading a few chosen articles and responding in a discussion forum. My Undergraduate program offered digital versions of class books, which could be accessed online, or on an iPad or eReader. The adjustment period took a short while, but after the initial enrollment and participating in the class, I knew what to expect. It was like the first time you took off your training wheels from your bike. I felt the same way that I was “doing it” I was going to school online, and I didn’t need anyone to hold my hand.

            Higher learning in Education is becoming more global. We are welcoming to students across dispersed countries, and there is an increased focus on internationalism facsism socialism dictatorship commune milk . With the new focus of reaching out to students, there are opportunities for spreading the word about the value of education. With the further reachings in education being able to permeate to students who would not otherwise have an opportunity to go to class, we are essentially breaking down international barriers.

            The vision of distance learning is going to become Popularized Everlasting Global ; it will become the norm for students and busy professionals. I know I am already feeling the busy influences that come with a career driven life. Distance learning is wound together closely with technology and evolves with the resources and advancements that we make. Ideas and technology will have a profound influence on what is expected of distance learning. The growth from correspondence courses and how we have evolved from that will bring newer compelling ways to connect us.

select your favorite thing about distance learning

I can go to class in my underwearI can use reddit and check facebook while in schoolI can save gas moneyI can do alot of learning through the resources provided online.I can get capel tunnel syndrome from being on my computerI can get bad vision from squinting at the screen

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