Distance learning will offer the winning move

Article Abstract:

The vice-chancellor of the Open University argues that off-campus study is the only cost-effective way for the higher education sector to move forward. It is contended that the current system is only really designed to deal with 5% of the population, so new ideas need to be considered when the target for higher education participation is raised to 50%. Fortunately, technology has reached a level where off-campus learning is a viable option, but what is needed is a funding model that recognises this.

Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Education, Higher, Higher education

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Thumbs up for drama with a comic outcome

Article Abstract:

An education developer at the Centre for Academic Practice at the University of Warwick describes how technology is making remote teaching easier. A course involving the theatre studies departments at the universities of Kent and Warwick is used as a case study, demonstrating how improved technology was used with remote teaching to bring students and theatre experts together.

Alliances, partnerships, Case studies, Personal narratives, Alliances and partnerships, University of Warwick, University of Kent

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Great dotty idea

Article Abstract:

An overview of the BuddySpace system operated by the Open University. The BuddySpace system allows Open University students on the same course to work together online simultaneously and, it is claimed, enhances online interactivity and helps create a feeling of general group belongingness.

Open University, Technology application, Online education

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