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ERIC Number: EJ639583
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0007-1013
Virtual Education in Universities: A Technological Imperative.
O'Donoghue, John; Singh, Gurmak; Dorward, Lisa
British Journal of Educational Technology, v32 n5 p511-23 Nov 2001
Discusses virtual universities and virtual classrooms, exploring both the benefits and the disadvantages of technology-based delivery systems. Highlights include competitive pressures to use technology; impacts on students; the need for flexibility to meet unique student needs and learning styles; learning environments; impact on society; and changes in university structure and management. (LRW)
Descriptors: Administrative Change, Appropriate Technology, Cognitive Style, Educational Environment, Educational Technology, Higher Education, Online Courses, Organizational Change, Social Influences, Student Needs, Virtual Universities
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Competitive Environment; Flexible Learning; Technology Based Instruction