1. DISTANCE LEARNING
• Alternative learning
• D- Learning
• System beyond Borders
• Distributive Learning
Presented By
Sarju Maharjan
Bsc Nursing 4th year
Asian College For Advance
2. Introduction
According to Honeyman and Mild , “It is the process to create or
provide access to learning when the source of information are separated by
time and distance or both.”
3. Introduction
• Separation of teacher and student in time or place or both
• Students don’t require to present in traditional setting as in classroom
• Learning must be accredited or certified by some institution
• Use of mixed media courseware like print media , video and audio etc
4. Introduction
• Distance education uses wide range of computing and communication
technologies.
• Issac Pitman is considered Pioneer of Distance education.
• Over 90 Open Universities all over World provide Distance Education.
5. • In Nepal too, distance learning is getting much attention.
• Few of the institution provide distance education.
• Nepal Open university was established in 2016 and it is still in its early stage
of development.
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8. Modes of Distance Learning
Print Technologies
Audio Technologies
Video Technologies
Computer Technologies
9. Key Players in Distance Education
Students
Faculty
Facilitators
Support staff
Administrators
10. Strategies For Improvement Of Distance Learning
• Begin the course With adequate Research
• Analyze and understand the possible delivary method
• Enough training related to distance education
• Set specific rules and regulations
11. • Be sure to be equipped with functional and accessible equipment
• Make sure course course materials are received by all student if they are sent
through mail.
12. Advantages
• Reach a wide range of students
• Makes learning accessible to everybody
• Involve outside speakers which otherwise would be unavailable
• Link students of diverse background
• Flexibility of time
13. Disadvantages
• High Dropout Rate
• Hidden cost
• Acknowledgement Barriers
• Questions on Validity of Evaluation
• Restrictions on Question answer sessions