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Students who are not physically sitting in a class room to get their education are taught using technology based instructional systems designed for remote access. This system is known as distance learning or distance education. Students and teachers communicate with each other through printed materials or electronic media or using a technology that provides real-time communications.
Distance learning uses regular email for correspondence.
The distance-learning programs are greatly benefited in the twentieth century by using Internet.
During its history, distance learning has passed through the experience of four to five different methods of teaching using the technology available at that time. The technology that was used were print, video/audio broadcasts, teleconference using video/audio technology, instruction aided by computers and computer based broadcasting.
Earlier models of distance learning used regular mail to dispatch written materials. Among the developing nations, this method is still used in distance learning.
In distance learning both full time and part time studies are possible but most of the students prefer part time studies. Even though distance learning is offered at various levels, it is the most popular option for university level studies. Distance learning is also known as correspondence courses since the teacher and the student corresponded through the regular mail. For children living in remote areas secondary and primary education programs are available.
Today, distance education primarily takes place on the Internet with a combination of text and graphics. Students may find it advantageous to enroll in a school that offers the added flexibility of multiple approaches. In fact, as you're researching programs, make sure to check the many ways that institutions offer classes.
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