Jan Owens and Paul Jinks discuss key differences between face-to-face and distance learning, including that distance learning requires more structure, signposting and support for learners. They recommend using a face-to-face course to trial innovations, designing consistency and clarity into distance learning modules, and ensuring interaction to prevent loneliness. Pointers include keeping prompt communication, being available on weekends, beginning with learning objectives and assessments, creating spaces for interaction, seeking help from support teams, and constantly evaluating and amending courses.

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Jan Owens and Paul Jinks
Health Promotion by Distance
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2. Differences between F2F and DL
• Context dependent
• Motivation of learners
• Expectations of learners
• Prior experiences of DL
• DL requires more signposting
• Ability to make interpretations about F2F
students, harder with DL
• More support required

3. Designing and delivering distance
learning
• Face 2 face course good for trialling innovations
• More consistency needed and designed into module
• More clarity and coherence in selection of material
• Interaction is a must (loneliness)
• Identity of module lead to deliver
• Choosing most useable technology and support
students when using
• Educational value of technology

4. Pointers and Tips
• Keep communicating; promptly
• Be prepared to work weekends
• Begin with what you want them to do and
how they will learn
• Create spaces for interaction
• Ask for help (Faculty LT, CiCS)
• Evaluate and amend constantly
• Construct assessment so it is reliable and
educationally consistent