Making Distance Education Work: Understanding Learning And Learners At A Distance [Paperback]

S Joseph Levine (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 8, 2011 | ISBN-10: 1411653556 | ISBN-13: 978-1411653559

A guide for effective development & delivery of distance education programs. Focuses on principles of distance education, clarifications of who distance education learners are, and examples of learner-focused distance education programs. An essential reference for those about to create distance education programs, those currently conducting distance education programs, and learners who are considering the challenge of learning at a distance.

"This is a must-read for all educators and learners who are committed to enhancing and succeeding in teaching and learning at a distance. From theoretical grounding in adult learning to very unique, practical tools and suggestions that translate theory into successful practice, this book brings forth essential new insights to the distance education arena. We come away challenged to further enhance our own efforts in formal and nonformal distance education." (Joan Cybela, Professor, University of Wisconsin-Extension)

Editorial Reviews

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...a must-read for all educators and learners committed to enhancing and succeeding in teaching and learning at a distance. -- Joan Cybela
Professor & Distance Education/Teaching Learning Specialist
University of Wisconsin Extension

This collection constitutes a distinctive contribution to the literature of distance education...presents clearly written and highly practical guidelines. -- Peter S. Cookson, Director
Centre for Education and Information Technology
The United Nations-mandated University for Peace
San Jose, Costa Rica

This is a great reference for both the professional and the novice. -- Dr. Lloyd Korhonen
Emeritus Professor and Emeritus Director
Center for Distance Learning Research
Texas A&M University

From the Author

The field of distance education has sprung up around us with astonishing speed and resilience. Wherever we look we find new opportunities to learn at a distance. Institutions are shifting their focus to include new groups of learners who may never travel to see the campus. Distance education has become a significant part of today’s educational landscape.

The rush to become a part of the distance education scene has become such a loud call to action that in many cases the very last consideration is given to the real center of learning – the learner. It is imperative that distance education initiatives become grounded in a concern for the learner and work to build their programs, their technology, and their curriculum with this concern in mind. Making the learner the central part of a distance education program, empowering learners to help focus distance education initiatives, and encouraging learners to provide feedback to institutions on their distant education plans are essential to guarantee that educational programs delivered at a distance will be successful in helping people learn and change.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 254 pages
• Publisher: lulu.com (August 8, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1411653556
• ISBN-13: 978-1411653559
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,420,891 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good beginning, June 10, 2009

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This is an excellent book for DE beginners. It is well-organized, provides clear and simple explanations for best practices, etc. I would use this is a supplemental text in a first-year college-level course. Alone it's not quite enough but it is a very good beginning.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, October 17, 2009

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This book is very informational for anyone considering enrolling in an online class or facilitating one. It has some very practical ideas. I recommend this book!