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The Distance Learner's Guide
Western Cooperative for
Educational Telecommunications, 1999 |
Overview
This one-stop reference provides
everything the distance learner or prospective distance learner needs
to be effective in the on-line learning environment. KEY TOPICS:
From defining distance learning to overcoming personal barriers to
success in distance learning, this book deals with each and every
issue readers of any age, stage or situation are likely to encounter.
This book will then become a valuable reference for all other choices
and options for the continuing Distance Learner. MARKET: For
the distance learner or prospective distance learners. |
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Features
Combines the most
well-rounded team of distance learning experience available.
- QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
in every chapter feature the most commonly asked questions.
- CHAPTER
SUMMARIES
conclude every chapter.
- STUDENT
VIGNETTES in
each chapter showcase a variety of real students as they think
through specific issues relative to distance learning.
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Features
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QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS in every chapter feature the most commonly asked questions.
This format reflects the logical way in which students think about
distance education and allows students to form answers which suit
their unique DL goals.
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STUDENT VIGNETTES
in each chapter showcase a variety of real students as they think
through specific issues relative to distance learning. Readers see
first-hand the thought process involved in making the best decisions
for each person based on their individual needs and specific
circumstances.
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CHAPTER SUMMARIES
conclude every chapter.
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COMPANION WEB SITE
provides up-to-date, more detailed information to augment text
material in every chapter.
Creating An Informed
Consumer...
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| Table Of Contents |
1. Distance
Learning: The Instructional Strategy of the Decade.
The Purpose of the
Guide. Organization of the Guide
- What is Distance
Learning?
- Who Offers
Distance Learning Programs?
- Online and Virtual
Universities.
- Why Study at a
Distance?
- Distance Learning:
How Quickly it Changes.
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Technology-Supported Learning.
- Technologies Used
in Distance Education.
- Which Technology
is Best?
- Synchronous Versus
Asynchronous Communication: A Crucial Difference.
- Who are Distance
Learners?
- Earning a Degree.
- What About Taking
a Few Courses?
- The Quality
Question. Is Distance Learning for You?
- Caution: Long-Term
Planning Ahead.
- Beware of "Diploma
Mills." Summary: You're on Your Way!
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2. Choosing A
Distance Education Provider: Asking the Right Questions.
- Providers Close to
Home.
- Regional and
National Providers.
- Using Print and
Electronic Sources to Find a Provider.
- Summary: Know What
to Expect.
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3. The Role of The
Computer In Distance Learning. Succeeding Online.
- Why You Need a
Computer.
- Using Your Computer
for Distance Learning Courses.
- What Kind of
Computer is Required for College Courses?
- Shopping for
Computing Equipment and Software.
- Checklist for
Purchasing a New Computer.
- Selecting an
Internet Service Provider.
- Are You Ready for
Online Courses?
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4. The Distance
Learner's Library: The Indispensable Guide to Finding The Material.
- Updating Tradition:
Today's Libraries.
- Getting the
Material—Now.
- Using the Internet
and the World Wide Web.
- Summary: Questions
and Choices.
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5. Understanding
Your Needs: Overcoming the Personal Barriers to Success in Distance
Learning.
- Learning from Others
Where to Learn More.
- Clarifying Your
Goals and Attitudes.
- The Essence of Being
Human: Too Many Roles, Too Little Time.
- Developing Systems
of Support. Health and Wellness:
- There is a
Relationship to College Success.
- Summary: A Final
Note.
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6. Improving
Distance Learning Performance: Steps To Success.
- Introduction.
- Learning to Learn.
- Study Guides.
- Note Taking.
- Time and Stress
Management.
- Reading Guides.
- Writing Papers.
- Tests and Other
Anxieties.
- Some Final Tips for
Becoming a Better Student.
- Summary: Just a
Beginning!
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7. Career Planning.
- Introduction.
- Process I: Self -
Exploration and Awareness.
- Process II: Career
Exploration and Awareness.
- Process III: Career
Planning and Goal Setting.
- Process IV: Career
Data Information Gathering.
- Process V: Career
Review and Adjustment.
- Process VI: Job
Search.
- Summary: A Final
Thought.
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