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S L Pardue1

  • 1Department of Poultry Science, North Carolina State University, Raleigh 27695-7608, USA. sam_pardue@ncsu.edu

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|May 25, 2001
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Distance learning (DL) is transforming education, with many institutions offering DL courses. However, its academic value and role in the future educational landscape require further investigation.

Area of Science:

  • Education Technology
  • Higher Education
  • Distance Learning

Background:

  • The internet's expansion has driven the emergence of distance learning (DL).
  • DL has significantly impacted how educational institutions and corporations perceive education.
  • In 1998, 80% of public 4-year institutions offered DL courses, yet agriculture and natural resources courses comprised less than 1% of enrollment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the debate surrounding the academic value of distance learning.
  • To examine the divergent opinions on DL's benefits and drawbacks.
  • To identify the optimal role for DL in the evolving educational landscape.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of existing literature and viewpoints on distance learning.
  • Review of institutional adoption rates and enrollment data for DL courses.

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  • Examination of various DL models, including hybrid approaches and for-profit ventures.

    • Main Results:

    • Distance learning faces both enthusiastic support and strong opposition regarding its academic merit.
    • DL is seen by some as a commercialization of education, while others view it as a revenue source and a method for reaching new student demographics.
    • Public institutions are exploring hybrid DL models, sometimes creating for-profit entities for course development and distribution.

    Conclusions:

    • The academic value of distance learning necessitates further long-term studies for a comprehensive evaluation.
    • Distance learning is an undeniable component of the future educational framework.
    • The primary challenge lies in defining and optimizing the most effective role for DL in education.