Alternative Learning System Beyond Borders

Prepared by : Christian R. Repuya BSE-Math 4P

DISTANCE EDUCATI

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“ For the first time we are preparing students for a future we cannot clearly describe”. – David Warlick

Distance Education • is a field of education that focuses on the

pedagogy and andragogy technology. And instructional systems design that aim to deliver education to students are not physically on site.

• Education were teachers and students are separated in the place and time.

• Mode of education particularly those relying on computers, audio, or video technology as the medium for delivery and, sometimes, for two way interaction.

At the end of this module, the learners should be able to:

•Familiarize with the concepts and context of distance education as an

alternative learning mode of delivery.•Cite the advantages and

disadvantages of distance education•Describe how interaction and technology operate in distance

education as a system ; and•Affirm and recognize that distance

education is a viable strategy for access to quality higher education

Do you know the history of Distance

Education?

History of Distance Education• Early 1700’s in the form of correspondence

education, but technology-based distance Education might be best linked to the introduction of audiovisual devises into the schools early 1900s.

• United States , several activities in adult education preceded the organization of university extension beyond campuses. Many correspondence courses spread throughout Europe.

• Mid-20th century, the instructional radio and television became popular.

• The system by then was embraced other countries like Canada, England, Australia and Russia.

Characteristics of Distance Education

• Provides learning opportunities to individual learners and groups who may not have the chance and time to attend formal schooling or face-to-face instruction due to physical disabilities, ailment, work, early marriage etc.

• Focused on the needs of the learner w/ the end goal of facilitating independent and self paced learning.

• Provides learning packages designed for self-directed learning utilizing various media, multimedia, and other new technologies.

• Has an organizational structure and clear institutional systems and procedures for managing and ensuring academic supervision.

• Is an outgrowth of research on theoretical and conceptual models of learning.

ADVANTAGES OF DISTANCE EDUCATION

• Does not require commuting. It saves money• You can complete most of the classes at your

convenience.• Live anywhere, study from anywhere while pursuing the

education of your choice.• Gain extra knowledge. You can transfer the computer and

internet skills that you’ll gain in the process in other facet of life.

• Self-paced learning.• Accessibility. Don’t have to worry about gaining access to

a classroom or sitting on uncomfortable desks.• Convenience and flexibility. • Interaction. Each individual can contribute to course

discussion and comment on the thoughts of others.• Individualized Instruction. Working independently, you

can focus on specific topics of personal interests as you complete your assignment.

• Vast Resources readily available. Internet links can take you to other websites, databases, libraries, museums, agencies, associations, special archives and much more

• Potential. The opportunities for distance education have exploded along with the increase use of the internet. Many degrees are available through distance programs, including high school, college and post graduate diplomas.

• Cost. Cheaper than attending a traditional college. It is estimate that the tuition for distance programs is typically three to four times lower than at traditional universities.

1. Students – meeting the needs of the students is the cornerstone of every distance education.

2. Faculty – success of DE effort rests squarely on the shoulders of the faculty.

3. Facilitators – act as a bridge between the students and the instructor. At a minimum they set up equipment, collect assignments, proctor tests, and act as the instructor’s on-site eyes and ears.

4. Support Staff – these individuals are the silent heroes of the distance education enterprise and ensure that the myriad details required for program success are dealt effectively.

5. Administrators – although the administrators are typically influential in planning an institution’s distance education program, they often lose contact or relinquish control to technical managers once the program is operational.

KEY PLAYERS IN DISTANCE EDUCATION

What is Synchronous and Asynchronous?

Synchronous Interaction – the respond is immediate. Example:Conversation, I ask you a question then you answer immediately.

Asynchronous Interaction– The respond is not immediate. For example, I email you this morning then you will respond in the afternoon.

VOCABULARY

INTERACTION AND

TECHNOLOGY IN DISTANCE

EDUCATION

FOUR TYPES OF INTERACTION

1. Learner – Content – takes place between the student and the content, or the subject matter that is delivered to him or to her.2. Learner – Instructor – interaction that transpires between students and instructor is intended to help reinforce student understanding of the material or elucidate meaning.3. Learner – Learner – occurs among students is extremely dissimilar between a web-based learning a traditional classroom setting. The internet format excluded physical interaction, which may have an impact in learning.4. Learner – Technology/System – Student’s learning experience with computers can affect their learning in distance education as well bas improve their computer skills.

FOUR MAJOR TECHNOLOGY

1. Print Technology – The original form of distance learning was correspondence courses, in which print materials were mailed to students and returned to the teachers through the postal system. As a supplement to instruction, text materials may take form of worksheets or study guides that are used in conjunction with video or voice technology.

2. Computer Technology – Are receiving more and more attention as a means of delivering distance learning. It includes email, online collaborations, and web-based education.

3. Video Technology – the ability to see and hear the instructor offers an opportunities for behavior modeling, demonstrations, and instruction of abstract concepts. Video techniques for distance learning are often characterized by the transmission media (videotapes, satellites, television cables, computers, and microwave).4. Audio Technology – Audio or voice technologies offer cost-effective ways to enhance distance learning courses.

Much of the research done to date has centered around the use of new technologies for teaching and distance education’s effectiveness as a teaching medium. The University of the Philippines Open University (U.P.O.U) is a public distance learning institution and research university that provides quality higher and continuing education to Filipinos through the distance education system.

RESEARCHES

1. Describe the differences between a traditional/conventional face to face education and distance education.

2. What are the benefits of Distance Education?>3. Differentiate Synchronous from Asynchronous

interaction.4. Write your reflections on distance education as

an alternative delivery mode of learning.5. Choose a partner then discuss the benefits of

distance learning and write your cinclussion.

Prepared by: Christian R. Repuya BSE-Math 4P

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