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ERIC Number: EJ625231
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-1962
Don't Forget the High-Touch with the High-Tech in Distance Learning.
Spitzer, Dean R.
Educational Technology, v41 n2 p51-55 Mar-Apr 2001
Discusses Web-based distance learning and emphasizes the importance of human interaction and facilitation to ensure successful programs. Topics include corporate use of distance learning as well as academic institutions; cost effectiveness; dropout rates; social processes; avoiding technical problems; peer support systems; orientation; and student interaction. (LRW)
Descriptors: Corporate Education, Cost Effectiveness, Distance Education, Dropout Rate, Higher Education, Interaction, Interpersonal Relationship, Orientation, Problems, Social Environment, Web Based Instruction, World Wide Web
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Facilitators; Peer Support; Technology Role