The document discusses planning technological support services for student soldiers at the Faculty of Military Science. It summarizes the key characteristics of the student body which include prolonged absences from formal studies due to military responsibilities, a lack of experience with distance learning, and conflicting demands from their jobs and studies. The military environment presents challenges like frequent relocations, deployments, separation from families, and limited access to technology in some areas. Overall, the support services must be tailored to address the unique needs of the student soldiers in balancing their military duties with academic responsibilities.
An Assessment of the Level of Competence Acquired By Graduates of the Undergr...IOSR Journals
The document assesses the level of competence acquired by graduates of the undergraduate Physical Education program at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in various fields. A survey was conducted using a 90-item test to evaluate graduates' competence in teaching physical education, administering sports, coaching, and performing physical/occupational therapy. Results found graduates had low competence (below 40%) in teaching but were slightly competent (40-49%) in other areas. The findings suggest graduates did not acquire adequate skills in these fields during their program. The undergraduate curriculum needs revising to better achieve its objectives through improved delivery.
This document outlines an automotive SEO seminar. It discusses developing targeted content to appear in various asset classes like images, videos and articles to maximize search engine visibility. It provides tips for creating quality content around topics like dealer promotions, manufacturer announcements, customer testimonials and consumer advice. It also gives suggestions on where to place content, such as blogs, industry sites, social media and press releases. Finally, it discusses tools for measuring the effectiveness of SEO strategies like Google Analytics and custom analytics.
This document provides a summary of over 100 programs and resources available to support military families from government, military, local, public, and private organizations. It includes resources for general information, education and training, employment, and family support. Key resources highlighted are Military OneSource, the Joint Family Support Assistance Program, and the Navy Knowledge Online website.
Budget Preview 2015-16: 'Acche din' for capital market?IndiaNotes.com
FY16 Union Budget would be presented in the backdrop of easing inflation and interest rates but continued growth challenges which the government needs to address.
Mari smith facebook marketing success webinarGary Thornton
Mari Smith provides a 7-step formula for growing your business using Facebook marketing. She shares details on recent changes to Facebook, including removing tabs and adding a photo viewer lightbox. Smith emphasizes optimizing your Facebook page for these changes, such as using random photo rotations and calls to action overlaid on photos. Her goal is to teach attendees every aspect of Facebook marketing without holding back tips and strategies.
The document provides information on 10 sites sailors can use to update records and manage their Navy career. These include sites to review the electronic service record, view training and education records, check awards, view physical readiness results, and apply for tuition assistance. Information is also provided on credentialing opportunities, Navy college programs, and online tutoring resources. Sailors are encouraged to regularly review their records on these sites and take any needed actions to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date.
Learn24 SEO & Social Media PresentationDerek Edmond
Presentation from the Learn24 Event this past March 2010.
Specific objectives:
* Uncovering SEO opportunities with content
* Building inbound links via Social Media
* Creating content & SEO strategies in coordination with social media initiatives
http://learn24web.com/
http://www.komarketingassociates.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing-summit-commentary/
This document provides a summary of various tax and accounting news from abm & associates, a chartered accountants firm. Key points include:
- Payments made to Google and Yahoo for online advertisements were ruled not taxable in India as websites alone do not constitute a permanent establishment and the services provided were automated with no human intervention.
- Changes were announced to India's consolidated FDI policy guidelines effective April 25, 2013, including allowing 49% foreign airline investment in domestic carriers and raising FDI caps in various sectors.
- TDS rates for the financial year 2013-2014 were outlined for various types of payments to residents.
- The tribunal ruled that UPS systems qualify for the higher 80%
An Assessment of the Level of Competence Acquired By Graduates of the Undergr...IOSR Journals
The document assesses the level of competence acquired by graduates of the undergraduate Physical Education program at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in various fields. A survey was conducted using a 90-item test to evaluate graduates' competence in teaching physical education, administering sports, coaching, and performing physical/occupational therapy. Results found graduates had low competence (below 40%) in teaching but were slightly competent (40-49%) in other areas. The findings suggest graduates did not acquire adequate skills in these fields during their program. The undergraduate curriculum needs revising to better achieve its objectives through improved delivery.
This document outlines an automotive SEO seminar. It discusses developing targeted content to appear in various asset classes like images, videos and articles to maximize search engine visibility. It provides tips for creating quality content around topics like dealer promotions, manufacturer announcements, customer testimonials and consumer advice. It also gives suggestions on where to place content, such as blogs, industry sites, social media and press releases. Finally, it discusses tools for measuring the effectiveness of SEO strategies like Google Analytics and custom analytics.
This document provides a summary of over 100 programs and resources available to support military families from government, military, local, public, and private organizations. It includes resources for general information, education and training, employment, and family support. Key resources highlighted are Military OneSource, the Joint Family Support Assistance Program, and the Navy Knowledge Online website.
Budget Preview 2015-16: 'Acche din' for capital market?IndiaNotes.com
FY16 Union Budget would be presented in the backdrop of easing inflation and interest rates but continued growth challenges which the government needs to address.
Mari smith facebook marketing success webinarGary Thornton
Mari Smith provides a 7-step formula for growing your business using Facebook marketing. She shares details on recent changes to Facebook, including removing tabs and adding a photo viewer lightbox. Smith emphasizes optimizing your Facebook page for these changes, such as using random photo rotations and calls to action overlaid on photos. Her goal is to teach attendees every aspect of Facebook marketing without holding back tips and strategies.
The document provides information on 10 sites sailors can use to update records and manage their Navy career. These include sites to review the electronic service record, view training and education records, check awards, view physical readiness results, and apply for tuition assistance. Information is also provided on credentialing opportunities, Navy college programs, and online tutoring resources. Sailors are encouraged to regularly review their records on these sites and take any needed actions to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date.
Learn24 SEO & Social Media PresentationDerek Edmond
Presentation from the Learn24 Event this past March 2010.
Specific objectives:
* Uncovering SEO opportunities with content
* Building inbound links via Social Media
* Creating content & SEO strategies in coordination with social media initiatives
http://learn24web.com/
http://www.komarketingassociates.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing-summit-commentary/
This document provides a summary of various tax and accounting news from abm & associates, a chartered accountants firm. Key points include:
- Payments made to Google and Yahoo for online advertisements were ruled not taxable in India as websites alone do not constitute a permanent establishment and the services provided were automated with no human intervention.
- Changes were announced to India's consolidated FDI policy guidelines effective April 25, 2013, including allowing 49% foreign airline investment in domestic carriers and raising FDI caps in various sectors.
- TDS rates for the financial year 2013-2014 were outlined for various types of payments to residents.
- The tribunal ruled that UPS systems qualify for the higher 80%
The document summarizes the results of a needs assessment conducted with student veterans at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) to understand how to better serve their needs. Focus groups were held with student veterans to discuss their experiences. Key findings included students being very satisfied with IUPUI's Office for Veteran & Military Personnel but somewhat dissatisfied with the consideration of military transfer credits, credits provided for military duties during deployments, faculty awareness of veteran issues, and policies regarding deployments and benefits. The needs assessment aimed to identify ways to improve support for student veterans.
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Retention is a major factor in an institution’s credibility and financial stability. A greater emphasis is being placed on retention and attrition in higher education in the United States. While lack of persistence behavior and withdrawal are problems with all undergraduate students, this is particularly the case for African-American students. The barriers to minority student retention continue to be: the cost of education, isolating campus environments, a lack of peer and faculty engagement, inadequate math and science preparation, heavy work schedule hours versus class preparation. To minimize the impact of this disturbing trend of students not pursuing an engineering or technology degree, a priority must be set to generate student interest in graduation with these degrees. The objectives of this paper are: (1) to define an effective retention program, (2) to discuss general retention strategies, (3) to identify challenges or barriers to overcome a lack of retention of engineering and technology students, (4) to discuss retention strategies used at an HBCU or Southern University (SU), and (5) to provide recommendations for improvement of retention in the College of Engineering at SU.
This document discusses the need for the US Army to adapt its learning model to better compete in today's global learning environment. It proposes three key changes: 1) Removing presentation software like PowerPoint from classrooms and switching to a blended learning model, 2) Transforming classrooms into problem-solving laboratories facilitated by an engaging instructor, and 3) Individualizing learning through modular content that builds upon a lifetime learning trajectory and includes ongoing assessment. The document argues this approach will foster greater adaptability in soldiers, leaders, and Army institutions.
The learning strategies of successful research graduates; a survey on the msi...mizzyatie14
This document summarizes a study that investigated the learning strategies and challenges faced by successful PhD graduates in Malaysia. It begins with an abstract that outlines the study's objectives to understand the demographic profiles and strategies used by PhD graduates to complete their studies. The introduction provides background on the rising number of research candidates who do not complete their PhD programs and discusses the need to understand effective learning strategies. The literature review then discusses common challenges faced by adult learners and research candidates, including lack of confidence, financial constraints, and difficulties with the research process.
In this presentation, I propose a naïve definition for defence education – that is
education for people concerned with defence sector. They include, people from
the three services – army, navy and air force; and civil servants from ministry
of defence; and people from defence industry. Clearly, the emphasis is placed
on serving personnel in the military and their educational requirements. While
such broad definition might alienate security sector, it nevertheless captures
the essential points being discussed in this presentation. Much of the
characteristics of defence education are derived from the term military
education, and are used here interchangeably.
The idea of creating an educated military force been perceived as an unattainable goal and often the words “Military Education” evoke a cynical response such as – Isn’t that an oxymoron? Military is one of the important agencies of the state – hence it is logical to infer that educating them would be a national priority. However, many nations often reflect on the educational needs of their defence personnel in
the aftermath of great disasters. For example, after the Gulf War in 1991, many analysts started reflecting on how well military education is addressing the study of
asymmetric war? More recently, similar questions have been asked about cyber warfare.
Master Body Text Dissertation Eoin McGeeney LMDS ExperiencesEoin McGeeney
This chapter introduces the research topic of studying student experiences in the Leadership Management and Defence Studies (LMDS) program. The LMDS program provides accredited education to enlisted Irish Defence Forces personnel. The program aims to equip soldiers with skills for their careers and civilian life. As the program has transitioned to incorporate higher education standards, there is a need to understand the challenges students face in their academic transition. This study focuses on the experiences of students completing the dissertation module at level 7 of the LMDS program to identify how to better support future students' transition to meeting higher education learning outcomes.
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Abayneh Lishan defended his Masters thesis on assessing knowledge management practices in the Ethiopian Defense Forces. The thesis reviewed literature on knowledge management, outlined the research methodology, and presented major findings and recommendations. Key findings included that the Defense Forces lacked formal knowledge management policies and structures, did not effectively use technology for knowledge sharing, and had no rewards or incentives for knowledge sharing. Recommendations were to establish clear knowledge management policies, train personnel on knowledge management, and create a culture that encourages sharing.
This document outlines an agenda for a Green Zone training program at the University of New Mexico aimed at supporting student veterans, military members, and their families. The training teaches faculty and staff about common military terminology, the student veteran population at UNM, resources available through the Veterans Resource Center, how to identify and support student veterans, and how to schedule a Green Zone training for their department. Upon completing the training, participants will be better equipped to assist and refer military students to appropriate support services.
The document discusses the need for veteran-specific orientations at universities to aid in the transition of student veterans from military to academic life. It notes student veterans face greater challenges than traditional students due to their different experiences and needs. Research shows student veterans have much higher dropout rates than non-veteran students. The document recommends universities implement orientations for student veterans that address the specific issues they face during transition based on Schlossberg's transition model, including establishing social and academic supports. It provides examples of components such as pairing veterans with mentors and activities to forge bonds that could help lower stress and aid a successful transition to student life.
This document describes a study that evaluated the effectiveness of teaching reading strategies and comprehension within a technology-enhanced learning environment. The study provided strategic reading instruction to experimental students using printed guides, in-person sessions, and an online platform. Control students did not receive this instruction. Results indicated the experimental students performed statistically and practically significantly higher on reading tests than the control group. This was true for both successful and at-risk students. The study demonstrated that explicit strategic reading instruction within a technology-enhanced learning environment can improve reading comprehension.
1) The document describes a strategic reading instruction component of an English course offered within a technology-enhanced learning environment at Potchefstroom University.
2) The component included printed study guides, in-person sessions, and an online learning platform. It aimed to explicitly teach students reading comprehension strategies and improve their reading ability.
3) Results showed that students who received the strategic reading instruction scored statistically and practically significantly higher on reading comprehension tests compared to the control group, including both successful students and those considered at risk.
This document describes the development of a 3.5-day training course on adaptability for Special Forces officers. The course was created based on research on defining and predicting adaptability. It aims to introduce students to the meaning of adaptability in the Special Forces environment and provide tools for navigating situations requiring adaptation. The course covers topics like mental adaptability, interpersonal adaptability, and leading adaptable teams. It was pilot tested with officer candidates and feedback was used to refine the materials. The goal is to better prepare officers for the adaptive challenges they will face in Special Forces.
Promoting Veterans in Higher Education: Motivation and Adjustments to Their L...Premier Publishers
The 21st century higher education for veterans became a reality with the passing of the Post 911 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (The GI Bill or 9-11 G.I. Bill). As a result, veterans are utilizing their educational benefits and attending colleges and universities throughout the United States of America in preparation of their transition to the civilian workplace. While there are numerous studies that highlight veterans’ experiences in higher education, there is limited studies that focus specifically to their motivation and perceptions of the learning environment. This qualitative study, utilizing focus groups, explored the experience of 11 veterans regarding their motivation to pursue higher education coupled with their perceived difference of the learning environment, military compared to higher education. The results revealed that veterans are motivated to pursue higher education and there is a perceive difference in the learning environment. As a result of the findings, some strategies were provided for adult educators with responsibility for teaching veterans.
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Sharing results of Applied Dissertation Answers to In what ways can technology in an ESL course accommodate visual, tactile and auditory learners to increase students’ self-efficacy about learning the language? Could it augment students’ aspirations in learning ESL? Could it increase students’ persistence in ESL? Could it enhance students’ positive perception of activities related to learning ESL.
The document outlines the general structure and motivation for a PhD defense on technology-enhanced support for lifelong competence development in higher education. It discusses how higher education fits within lifelong learning, draws out challenges around curriculum, roles, and feedback to support lifelong learning, and proposes areas of technology-enhanced learning research and development to address these challenges.
This study investigated the perceptual learning styles of 170 vocational students from 6 programs at Trat Technical College in Thailand. The students completed the Perceptual Learning Styles Preference Questionnaire. The results showed that the students' major learning styles were group, kinesthetic, and auditory styles. Their minor styles were visual, tactile, and individual. There were statistically significant differences in learning styles between 3 programs, but no differences between the other 3 programs. The study provides implications for teachers to incorporate different teaching styles like group work and role plays to match students' preferred learning styles.
This document discusses a peer mentor program called "For Veterans By Veterans" (4VBV) designed to support veteran students transitioning to university. It begins with an introduction identifying veteran students as a unique population that would benefit from peer mentor support. A literature review then examines theories of transition, experiential learning, and challenge/support that provide a framework for understanding veteran student experiences. The purpose of 4VBV is then described as assisting veterans with developmental reintegration through peer mentoring, with a proposed implementation, evaluation, and recommendations for improvement of the program.
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty, In...Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty,
International FDP on Fundamentals of Research in Social Sciences
at Integral University, Lucknow, 06.06.2024
By Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
The document summarizes the results of a needs assessment conducted with student veterans at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) to understand how to better serve their needs. Focus groups were held with student veterans to discuss their experiences. Key findings included students being very satisfied with IUPUI's Office for Veteran & Military Personnel but somewhat dissatisfied with the consideration of military transfer credits, credits provided for military duties during deployments, faculty awareness of veteran issues, and policies regarding deployments and benefits. The needs assessment aimed to identify ways to improve support for student veterans.
Strategies for Improving the Retention of Engineering and Technology Students...drboon
Retention is a major factor in an institution’s credibility and financial stability. A greater emphasis is being placed on retention and attrition in higher education in the United States. While lack of persistence behavior and withdrawal are problems with all undergraduate students, this is particularly the case for African-American students. The barriers to minority student retention continue to be: the cost of education, isolating campus environments, a lack of peer and faculty engagement, inadequate math and science preparation, heavy work schedule hours versus class preparation. To minimize the impact of this disturbing trend of students not pursuing an engineering or technology degree, a priority must be set to generate student interest in graduation with these degrees. The objectives of this paper are: (1) to define an effective retention program, (2) to discuss general retention strategies, (3) to identify challenges or barriers to overcome a lack of retention of engineering and technology students, (4) to discuss retention strategies used at an HBCU or Southern University (SU), and (5) to provide recommendations for improvement of retention in the College of Engineering at SU.
This document discusses the need for the US Army to adapt its learning model to better compete in today's global learning environment. It proposes three key changes: 1) Removing presentation software like PowerPoint from classrooms and switching to a blended learning model, 2) Transforming classrooms into problem-solving laboratories facilitated by an engaging instructor, and 3) Individualizing learning through modular content that builds upon a lifetime learning trajectory and includes ongoing assessment. The document argues this approach will foster greater adaptability in soldiers, leaders, and Army institutions.
The learning strategies of successful research graduates; a survey on the msi...mizzyatie14
This document summarizes a study that investigated the learning strategies and challenges faced by successful PhD graduates in Malaysia. It begins with an abstract that outlines the study's objectives to understand the demographic profiles and strategies used by PhD graduates to complete their studies. The introduction provides background on the rising number of research candidates who do not complete their PhD programs and discusses the need to understand effective learning strategies. The literature review then discusses common challenges faced by adult learners and research candidates, including lack of confidence, financial constraints, and difficulties with the research process.
In this presentation, I propose a naïve definition for defence education – that is
education for people concerned with defence sector. They include, people from
the three services – army, navy and air force; and civil servants from ministry
of defence; and people from defence industry. Clearly, the emphasis is placed
on serving personnel in the military and their educational requirements. While
such broad definition might alienate security sector, it nevertheless captures
the essential points being discussed in this presentation. Much of the
characteristics of defence education are derived from the term military
education, and are used here interchangeably.
The idea of creating an educated military force been perceived as an unattainable goal and often the words “Military Education” evoke a cynical response such as – Isn’t that an oxymoron? Military is one of the important agencies of the state – hence it is logical to infer that educating them would be a national priority. However, many nations often reflect on the educational needs of their defence personnel in
the aftermath of great disasters. For example, after the Gulf War in 1991, many analysts started reflecting on how well military education is addressing the study of
asymmetric war? More recently, similar questions have been asked about cyber warfare.
Master Body Text Dissertation Eoin McGeeney LMDS ExperiencesEoin McGeeney
This chapter introduces the research topic of studying student experiences in the Leadership Management and Defence Studies (LMDS) program. The LMDS program provides accredited education to enlisted Irish Defence Forces personnel. The program aims to equip soldiers with skills for their careers and civilian life. As the program has transitioned to incorporate higher education standards, there is a need to understand the challenges students face in their academic transition. This study focuses on the experiences of students completing the dissertation module at level 7 of the LMDS program to identify how to better support future students' transition to meeting higher education learning outcomes.
Transitional Challenges Associated with Military School-to-WorkBrenda Nelson-Porter
This document summarizes research into the transitional challenges associated with moving from military school or training into civilian work. It outlines three research questions focusing on what skills learned in the military were not applicable to military occupations, civilian jobs, or have been necessary for civilian careers. It then describes the interview process and provides demographic information on two interview participants - a retired Navy reservist working as a nurse and a retired Marine working as a civil servant. Key quotes from the interviews are presented. Finally, the document presents a problem statement that the general issue is a lack of communication skills from military training that relate to the private sector workforce, specifically having the flexibility to translate military knowledge and skills to employers and address client concerns.
Abayneh Lishan defended his Masters thesis on assessing knowledge management practices in the Ethiopian Defense Forces. The thesis reviewed literature on knowledge management, outlined the research methodology, and presented major findings and recommendations. Key findings included that the Defense Forces lacked formal knowledge management policies and structures, did not effectively use technology for knowledge sharing, and had no rewards or incentives for knowledge sharing. Recommendations were to establish clear knowledge management policies, train personnel on knowledge management, and create a culture that encourages sharing.
This document outlines an agenda for a Green Zone training program at the University of New Mexico aimed at supporting student veterans, military members, and their families. The training teaches faculty and staff about common military terminology, the student veteran population at UNM, resources available through the Veterans Resource Center, how to identify and support student veterans, and how to schedule a Green Zone training for their department. Upon completing the training, participants will be better equipped to assist and refer military students to appropriate support services.
The document discusses the need for veteran-specific orientations at universities to aid in the transition of student veterans from military to academic life. It notes student veterans face greater challenges than traditional students due to their different experiences and needs. Research shows student veterans have much higher dropout rates than non-veteran students. The document recommends universities implement orientations for student veterans that address the specific issues they face during transition based on Schlossberg's transition model, including establishing social and academic supports. It provides examples of components such as pairing veterans with mentors and activities to forge bonds that could help lower stress and aid a successful transition to student life.
This document describes a study that evaluated the effectiveness of teaching reading strategies and comprehension within a technology-enhanced learning environment. The study provided strategic reading instruction to experimental students using printed guides, in-person sessions, and an online platform. Control students did not receive this instruction. Results indicated the experimental students performed statistically and practically significantly higher on reading tests than the control group. This was true for both successful and at-risk students. The study demonstrated that explicit strategic reading instruction within a technology-enhanced learning environment can improve reading comprehension.
1) The document describes a strategic reading instruction component of an English course offered within a technology-enhanced learning environment at Potchefstroom University.
2) The component included printed study guides, in-person sessions, and an online learning platform. It aimed to explicitly teach students reading comprehension strategies and improve their reading ability.
3) Results showed that students who received the strategic reading instruction scored statistically and practically significantly higher on reading comprehension tests compared to the control group, including both successful students and those considered at risk.
This document describes the development of a 3.5-day training course on adaptability for Special Forces officers. The course was created based on research on defining and predicting adaptability. It aims to introduce students to the meaning of adaptability in the Special Forces environment and provide tools for navigating situations requiring adaptation. The course covers topics like mental adaptability, interpersonal adaptability, and leading adaptable teams. It was pilot tested with officer candidates and feedback was used to refine the materials. The goal is to better prepare officers for the adaptive challenges they will face in Special Forces.
Promoting Veterans in Higher Education: Motivation and Adjustments to Their L...Premier Publishers
The 21st century higher education for veterans became a reality with the passing of the Post 911 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (The GI Bill or 9-11 G.I. Bill). As a result, veterans are utilizing their educational benefits and attending colleges and universities throughout the United States of America in preparation of their transition to the civilian workplace. While there are numerous studies that highlight veterans’ experiences in higher education, there is limited studies that focus specifically to their motivation and perceptions of the learning environment. This qualitative study, utilizing focus groups, explored the experience of 11 veterans regarding their motivation to pursue higher education coupled with their perceived difference of the learning environment, military compared to higher education. The results revealed that veterans are motivated to pursue higher education and there is a perceive difference in the learning environment. As a result of the findings, some strategies were provided for adult educators with responsibility for teaching veterans.
Acquiring Academic Literacy A Case Of First-Year Extended Degree Programme S...Sheila Sinclair
This document summarizes a study that explored how under-prepared first-year students in an extended degree program at Stellenbosch University acquired academic literacy. The study collected data from student interviews, surveys, classroom observations, and academic records. It found that less prepared students must negotiate multiple boundaries to become accustomed to both the overall academic community and the discourse of their specific disciplines. Providing an integrated academic literacy module could help students with this negotiation process and acquiring interim literacy skills.
Sharing results of Applied Dissertation Answers to In what ways can technology in an ESL course accommodate visual, tactile and auditory learners to increase students’ self-efficacy about learning the language? Could it augment students’ aspirations in learning ESL? Could it increase students’ persistence in ESL? Could it enhance students’ positive perception of activities related to learning ESL.
The document outlines the general structure and motivation for a PhD defense on technology-enhanced support for lifelong competence development in higher education. It discusses how higher education fits within lifelong learning, draws out challenges around curriculum, roles, and feedback to support lifelong learning, and proposes areas of technology-enhanced learning research and development to address these challenges.
This study investigated the perceptual learning styles of 170 vocational students from 6 programs at Trat Technical College in Thailand. The students completed the Perceptual Learning Styles Preference Questionnaire. The results showed that the students' major learning styles were group, kinesthetic, and auditory styles. Their minor styles were visual, tactile, and individual. There were statistically significant differences in learning styles between 3 programs, but no differences between the other 3 programs. The study provides implications for teachers to incorporate different teaching styles like group work and role plays to match students' preferred learning styles.
This document discusses a peer mentor program called "For Veterans By Veterans" (4VBV) designed to support veteran students transitioning to university. It begins with an introduction identifying veteran students as a unique population that would benefit from peer mentor support. A literature review then examines theories of transition, experiential learning, and challenge/support that provide a framework for understanding veteran student experiences. The purpose of 4VBV is then described as assisting veterans with developmental reintegration through peer mentoring, with a proposed implementation, evaluation, and recommendations for improvement of the program.
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
HELTASA: Technological student support services at the Faculty of Military Science
1. PLANNING TECHNOLOGICAL SUPPORT SERVICES STUDENT
SOLDIER AT THE FACULTY OF MILITARY SCIENCE
Department of Educational Technology
Faculty of Military Science
29 November 2013
Mhakamuni Khoza
2. CONTEXT OF RESEARCH
The function of military distinguishes it from all other sections of our society.
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renders military obedience under all conditions
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defends and protects South Africa and its people in times of both conflict and peace –
even it means forfeiture of their own lives
Being obedient is stated by Justice Kriegler (2001) when he spelt out the requirement of military
discipline:
The ultimate objective of military in time of peace is to prepare for war to support policies of the
civilian government. Military organisation requires, as no any other system, the highest standard of
discipline [which] can be defined as an attitude of respect for authority that is developed by
leadership, precept and training. It is the state of mind which leads to willingness to obey an order
no matter how unpleasant the task to be performed. This is not the characteristic of the civilian
community. It is the ultimate characteristic of the military organization.
3. BACKGROUND
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The Department of Defence (DoD) prefers that officers obtain an undergraduate
degree prior to taking up a first appointment in the relevant Service or Division (Van
der Walt, 2011).
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SANDF needs a well educated armed force.
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2003
Interactive Telematic Education (ITE) has been established as a pilot project in
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The aim of ITE is to provide education to personnel whilst they remain active in the
SANDF.
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High number of students drop out prematurely, withdrew or unduly postpone their
studies each year
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This trend appears as a possibly explanation why very few students have graduated
since the establishment of the ITE pilot project.
4. INTRODUCTION
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Use of technologies cannot be transferred from one context to another,
particularly in the military
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Van der Walt (2009) and Juhary (2009) further state that the use of technologies
also appear to create potential for leakage and diffusion of sensitive and dangerous
information
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The provision of technological support services for student soldier requires an
analysis of characteristics of student body, geographical situation, technological infrastructure
and course demands.
7. METHODOLOGY
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Integrated methodology: Numerical
Narrative data
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Asking questions: Survey
Semi-structured interviews
80% (92) in 2012 and 51% (81) in 2013 of student participants
52% (13) of the lecturing staff participants
Plowright, 2012
9. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENT BODY
Prolonged absences from formal studies
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68% of lecturing staff indicated that students took more one more than one semester
(year) to complete their modules because they did not meet examination
requirements.
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At the beginning of each semester a high number of students enrol one to four
modules, but more than 50% do not participate in the any of formative assessment
activities.
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Woods (1995) is of the opinion that students with prolonged absences from study
need to quickly adapt and develop academic “survival skills”.
10. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENT BODY
Knowledge or experience of studying in distance education mode
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Most students cited workload as common reason for them to postpone or take more
than one semester (year) to complete their modules.
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They found it challenging to cope with their daily responsibilities in their units
and the actual package of their studies.
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Students indicated that they did not have enough time to prepare for tests and
examinations.
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This finding corresponds with Subotzky and Prinsloo (2011) and Woodley
and Parlett (1983) who are of the opinion that students should be well informed about sense
of demands on basic skills
such as time management and study skills.
11. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENT BODY
Knowledge or experience of studying in distance education mode
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Reconciliation of demands of job and studies appears more conflicting particularly
for student soldier who render military obedience under all conditions.
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Mowes (2005) affirms this finding that students joining distance education system
for the first time find it difficult to handle learning package that consists of self
instructional materials.
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This finding corresponds with Kun and Williams (1997) that students find it difficult
to reconcile conflicting demands
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Students indicated that the course work was too much to be covered in one
semester.
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Mowes (2005) is of the opinion that student support services should be available to
assist students to progress with their studies by doing what is right for them,
irrespective of the situation they are.
12. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENT BODY
Experience of studying at tertiary
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Students realised that their studies in the Faculty of Military Science differ from
military promotional and functional courses during the one week contact session.
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Students’ comments such as: “understanding that this is a university level, not
a military functional course” and “lecturers should give more time to ITE
students, like going through the study guide with us and explaining how to
deal with each an every different aspect as laid down in the study guide”,
revealed
that students had no idea had experience of studying at the university.
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It is with little doubt that these students are underprepared and therefore require
more support.
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Students’ expectations are set by military culture where they are “taught to think
and act jointly” and their training and daily responsibilities are group-oriented
activities
(Esterhuyse, 2009; Juhary, 2009).
14. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENST BODY
Gender
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It appears that domestic responsibilities create conflicting demands
for both male and female.
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Female students cited domestic responsibilities such as maternity
leave for postponing their studies, for not attending ITV sessions
and not attending one week contact session.
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This finding corresponds with Mowes (2005) finding that the
complex life commitments lead to female students experiencing
more
isolation than male students.
16. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENST BODY
Rank
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Knowing the rank of ITE students is very important in the military setting,
because the line of command is based on rank.
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Students in the higher the rank had more daily responsibilities in their units than
those in the lower rank.
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The lecturing indicated that rank differences interfere with student interaction and
freedom to participate in the class during the one week contact session.
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The rank differences impacts on students’ engagement, particularly that the
interaction between officers and non commissioned officers can compromise military
discipline.
17. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
MILITARY ENVIRONMENT
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Students change stations at any time, go on internal and external deployment..
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This finding corresponds with Mitchell, Wallace and Wirthlin’s (2011) finding that in
America, average military personnel changes station every four years, while
deploying every 24 months.
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Soldier students are physically separated from their families. Van Dyk (2012) found
that military personnel on deployment are physically separated as well as emotional
instable due to feelings of being forgotten.
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Some students were of the opinion that they are not “smart” enough to understand
course materials.
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Wood (1996) found that isolation lead to feelings of inadequacy and insecurity and
lack of self confidence in their abilities.
18. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
MILITARY ENVIRONMENT
Unit
Amhu Northern Cape
6 SAI BN Grahamstown
SAS Saldanha
44 Para Reg Bloemfontein
14 SAI BN Mthatha
Field Engineer Reg
Infantry School Oudshoorn
SAAF Gymnasium Old Jhb Road Valhalla
AFB Hoedspruit
SA Army HQ Pretoria
9 SAI BN Spine Rd Eerste River
SA Armour FMN Pretoria
10AAR Diskobolos Kimberley
ASB Kimberley
SAAF HQ Unit Pretoria
14 SA Infantry Battalion
Mthatha
DFHR
SAS Wingfield
AMHU Kimberley (FS)
AFB Langebaanweg
School Of Tactical Intelligence
16 Squadron, AFB Bloemspruit
Students %
1
3
4
4
1
1
5
2
2
2
3
3
2
1
3
1
1
1
2
3
3
1
2
1
3
4
4
1
1
6
2
2
2
3
3
2
1
3
1
1
1
2
3
3
1
2
Unit
Students %
8 SAI BN (Mech), Upington
1
1
1 SA Tank Regiment
2
2
JSB Garrison
2
2
AFB YSTERPLAAT
SA Army Infantry Formation, HR Dev
Airforce Headquarters
J OP HQ
6 SA Infantry Battalion
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
Military Academy
1
1
10 AA Regiment
3
3
SA Army College
1
1
SA Army Intelligence Formation HQ
1
1
1SSB
1
1
68 Air School, Lyttelton, Pretoria
1
1
DOD School Of Logistics Training
1
1
BACS
1
1
SAS Isaac Dyobha
1
1
Infantry Formation
1
1
Naval Base Simon's Town
2
2
21. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
MILITARY ENVIRONMENT
Military operations
Characteristics
1. Insecurity and chaos
2. Violence and danger
3. Stress
4. Friction
5. Continuous deployment
7. Long-term deployment
Royal Netherlands Army,
1996
22. GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
MILITARY ENVIRONMENT
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When students were in the field, they could not use their mobile devices due to lack of
reception (network).
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Being in the field implied that they could not have access to power supply to charge their
mobile devices. .
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Some students indicated that when they were on border deployment, the policy did not
allow not allow people busy with studies.
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Students also indicated that network was very limited in the border.
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It is undeniably that deployed soldier students do not have any other option, than
withdrawing from their studies (Griffith & Perry, 1993). Conversely, Murphy (2006) citing
Blumenstyk, Carnevale, Arnon and Eskey argue that soldier students begin or continue
with their studies when on deployment.
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This finding corresponds with Van der Walt’s (2009) that soldier students experience lack
of understanding from their colleagues, supervisors and the command element in their
unit.
24. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGIES
Computers
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Computers at the units were accessible during working hours.
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Due to transport and being dangerous in some areas to travel late in the afternoon,
students went to Internet cafes during weekends.
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Due to high cost associated with Internet connectivity in South Africa, students who
had their own computers also used Internet cafes.
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It was challenging to focus on their work in the Internet cafes because of the noise
level, which in turn impacts on their performance.
V
31. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGIES
Internet
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60% of students access Internet through their cellphones. This is attributed to 85%
of students who had smart phones.
Students on border, internal and external deployment indicated that they could not
access Internet due to had limited network.
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Due to organisational and operational security, computers in the South African
National Defence Force are not allowed to be connected to the Internet.
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33. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS
Word editing
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Figure yielded results indicating that most students were fairly skilled in using
technologies.
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However, finding that 2% were not skilled at all, 12% not very skilled and 40% fairly
skilled, while 40% were very skilled and 7% being experts in Word editing,
undeniably excluded some students.
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Students who did not have computer skills indicated that they could not finish time
bound assessment tasks such as timed quizzes on Moodle.
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This finding corresponds with Bird and Morgan (2003) findings who noted that
adults entering university without prerequisite information technology skills are at
considerable disadvantage initially, which may compound their sense of being
overwhelmed or not “belonging”.
34. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS
Library skills
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The findings revealed that 14% were not skilled, 36% were not very skilled and 46%
fairly skilled in using University library website.
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The 4% very skilled students in using University library website is undeniably a
concern since, students indicated the use of library as one of the most aspects of
the one week contact session.
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The low percentage of students skilled in using library website is a concern,
because library facilities provide effective student support services accessible
anytime and
anywhere.
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In addition, most indicated that they struggled with referencing when doing
assignments. It was evident that most students were not aware of the resources available on
the library website.
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This finding corresponds with Mowes (2005) finding that adult students find it
challenging to use referencing in distance education.
37. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGIES
ITV sessions
How often do you present your module during ITV sessions (n=13)
Once a year (n=6)
23%
Twice a year (n=2)
46%
8%
Three times a year (n=1)
Never (n = 1)
N/A (n=3)
8%
15%
38. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGIES
What is your opinion on ITV sessions?
Fig. 19: Students’ opinion on attending one ITV session per semester
43. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGIES
ITV sessions
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Rating ITV sessions less helpful can be however be attributed to the fact that the
sessions are time and space bound.
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Some lecturing staff was of the opinion that travelling to Stellenbosch and for
students to travel to the venues for one hour did not worth all the resources.
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Equally important, some lecturing staff and students indicated that the sessions
were less interactive
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This finding corresponds with Calitz, Cilliers and Greyling’s (2006) finding that
people have difficulty in changing television watching mode to ITV session.
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Thus, lecturing staff were of the opinion that both students and lecturing staff
needed training.
44. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
COURSE DEMANDS
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Lecturing staff indicated that most students did not adhere to the course
requirements of the course
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Some lecturers indicated that some students enrolled in the course, but never
completed a single assignment or participated in the course.
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Students mentioned that some courses in their opinion were unreasonably
demanding.
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Hence they could not cope with the demands of their studies and their daily
responsibilities in their units.
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Students expected to submit their first assignments during the one week contact
session.
45. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
COURSE DEMANDS
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This finding revealed a gap between students’ expectations of distance learning and
the reality of what their studies entail when received their course packages.
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This finding revealed a gap on student support services provided by the Faculty of
Military Science, particularly the demands of basic skills such as time management
and study skills.
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Students indicated that although they received feedback on their assignments, they
preferred individual and detailed feedback.
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Lecturing staff indicated during interviews that giving individual feedback was taking
too much time.
46. FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
COURSE DEMANDS
What is your opinion on the feedback that you receive on assignments, tests and emails.
50. CONCLUSION
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Planning technological student soldier support services requires an analysis
the characteristics of student body, military environment, technological infrastructure, and
course demands.
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Technologies should be used in distance education without the leakage and
diffusion of sensitive and dangerous information.
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It is important not only to consider accessibility to technologies, but also
consider whether these technologies require students to be time and place
bound.
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Students need both financial and technological resources.
51. RECOMMENDATIONS
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The Department of Defence and FMS should subsidise all students with Internet
enabled mobile devices
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Subsidise students with data bundles.
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Have a well prepared study guide
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Keep continuous contact with students, by means email and telephone.
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Give individual, timely and detailed feedback. Consider giving combination of
written and audio feedback.
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Include distance education students in the bootcamp.
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model.
The Faculty of Military Science should develop distance education study
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Department of Defence should develop policy for distance education.
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