Hello! Just interested in hearing any experiences from students who have obtained a degree through distance learning. What was the name of the distance learning program? How was the experience? How long did it take to obtain the degree? I'm curious to know how different it is to obtain a degree through distance learning compared to a traditional class setting. Please respond. Thanks!!!
DL study can be a lonely, lonely experience indeed. I have completed a DL business diploma at Monash University, Australia & currently studying for a DL MBS through Deakin University, Australia. Why DL? Because it is convenient especially when you have a full-time job. How does it compare to traditional study? I am convinced that traditional is superior because it allows constant face-to-face interaction with lecturers, tutors and fellow students. CFr
While face to face learning may provide you with a better leaning experience, the data definitely does not support that "traditional is superior". Most here have likely seen the many web pages devoted to the "no significant difference phenomenon". Here is one such site: http://www.krwebdesign.com/data/nosigdif.htm You'll see that there is a considerable amount of data synthesized in the information provided. In general the theme is that there is no statistical difference in learning outcomes between traditional face to face environment and the many forms of distance learning environments. Paul C.
I took a management BA from University of Phoenix. One significant advantage of the asynchonous (no fixed time) format used there and by some other venues is that no one can monopolize discussion. Of course, the other side of the coin is, if you don't participate in the discussion, you are effectively absent. Geoff Withnell
