Flexibility through Online Learning

A Learning Design Research Reference

Link: http://elrond.scam.ecu.edu.au/oliver/2002/edmedia1.pdf

Key Messages

• A summary of an evaluation of cost, variety, and effectiveness of flexible online practices.
• Most students experience mixed mode learning that includes online delivery.
• Online delivery is likely to to be more expensive, but more effective than conventional approaches.
• Students like to be able to interact with teachers and students, and appreciate considered feedback, well-designed and interactive resources and assessment.

Reference

• Title: Flexibility through Online Learning
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• Date: 2002
• Authors:  National Centre for Vocational and Educational Research