Research and Distance Education Ch.Objectives

Elboni Todd

Module 3 Chapter Objectives

4.1       Explain research dealing with learning outcomes in distance education environments.

 When it comes to research in distance education it is still on the media comparison type and this is because of the rapid development especially when referring to two-way interactive television systems. As technology expand higher student achievement will occur.

4.2       Explain research on learner perceptions concerning distance education.

It is identified as instructor vs. instruction, technology, course management, at-site management, promptness of material delivery, support services out of class communication. Distant learning satisfaction is very important in understanding the success of interactive telecourses. Student motivation and involvement is a must.

4.3       Explain research on learner attributes and other variables in distance education situations.

Research on learner attributes come in where students that have a more locus of control are more likely to achieve higher. Researchers found out that students with varying education levels differed in their study strategies, and concentration. Situational barriers included poor learning and lack of time. 

4.4       Describe research related to interaction in distance education.

 It is known that interaction is a primary component of effective distance education programs.  Interaction is including an instructional exchange, computer-mediated communication and social/psychological connections.

4.5       Summarize research on distance education

It is clear that distance education is an effective method for teaching and learning. Distance education learners usually have a better attitude when it comes to learning. The most important thing is each form of distance education technology has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to using their own learning experiences.