Distance Learning Technologies: Issues, Trends and Opportunities

Download or read book Distance Learning Technologies: Issues, Trends and Opportunities written by Lau, Linda K. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 1999-07-01 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's technology-crazed environment, distance learning is touted as a cost-effective option for delivering employee training and higher education programs, such as bachelor's, master's and even doctoral degrees. Distance Learning Technologies: Issues, Trends and Opportunities provides readers with an in-depth understanding of distance learning and the technologies available for this innovative media of learning and instruction. It traces the development of distance learning from its history to suggestions of a solid strategic implementation plan to ensure its successful and effective deployment.