Trends and Lessons from the History of Contemporary Distance Learning
Document Type
Book Chapter
Publication Date
2009
Keywords
21st Century Literacy Skills, Asynchronous / Synchronous Learning, Intellectual Property, Wiki, Simulations (Technology Assisted), Web 2.0, Podcast
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60566-739-3.ch024
Abstract
This chapter provides an overview of the history of the rapidly changing field of distance learning with a focus on trends and lessons for contemporary developments. Beginning with central concepts of distance learning, the chapter traverses the span of developments and technologies on a high level. At a time when it is no longer a matter of whether learners should engage in distance learning, but when, it is vital to address selected issues, controversies, and problems facing the field. The chapter presents topics of solutions, recommendations and future trends, problem based learning, delivery models, and assessment.
Was this content written or created while at USF?
No
Citation / Publisher Attribution
Trends and Lessons from the History of Contemporary Distance Learning, in V. X. Wang (Ed.), Handbook of Research on E-Learning Applications for Career and Technical Education: Technologies for Vocational Training, IGI Global, p. 297-311
Scholar Commons Citation
King, Kathleen P., "Trends and Lessons from the History of Contemporary Distance Learning" (2009). Leadership, Counseling, Adult, Career and Higher Education Faculty Publications. 109.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ehe_facpub/109
