Electronic Technologies Electrifying Distance Learning

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Kambutu, J. (2003). Electronic Technologies Electrifying Distance Learning. International Journal on E-Learning, 2(4), 46-51. Norfolk, VA: AACE.
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Journal Information

International Journal on E-Learning
ISSN 1537-2456
Volume 2, Issue 4, 2003
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)  Norfolk, VA

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Author

John Kambutu, University of Wyoming/Casper Center, USA

Abstract

This study explored distance learning at the 67 Land Grant institutions in the United States using the perceptions of the central academic and distance education administrators. Overall, 94 %, (n= 94) of administrators associated distance learning with instructional technologies. In-home degrees offered through a variety of electronic media were popular. Several support services exist although there was a significant difference (p= .035) in perception between administrators concerning the availability of technology ready classrooms, facilities that are easy to locate (p=. 015) and instructor training with new technology (p=. 078). Administrators reported faculty training with new technology and availability of technical assistance as continuing challenges. Nevertheless, a majority (81%, n= 81) of administrators believed that distance education was very important to the institutional survival, although they significantly disagreed (p=. 003) if distance teaching was an added responsibility to faculty's regular semester load. Other relevant findings are discussed.

Keywords

• Administrators
• Educational Technology
• Instructional Materials
• Information Communication Technologies

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