Open and Distance Learning: History and Status


History
  • The defining of the feature of distance education is that one does not need to attend the awarding university or the institution in person
  • The academic supports given to distance education students varies from programme to programme and from institution to institution
  • However, the focus is on self study. In its simplest form, students receive basic academic guidance through specially written study material and assignments


Status
  • Distance learning students study at individual courses
  • Combine campus-based and distance learning education to have more scheduling flexibility.
  • Distance learning degrees make the world your classroom
  • Using distance learning tools from the comfort of your own home, you can receive a degree from an accredited distance learning program online