Masters in Open/Distance Learning

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by bcath, Sep 13, 2005.

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  1. bcath

    bcath New Member

    After reading one of John Bear's books, I have decided to pursue a master's in distance learning! I have a techology background, and I think I would enjoy integrating all the pieces together.
    My question (your opinion): which of the following have the best distance learning programs (...and would probably be the best places to learn about it):

    U of London (UK)
    Open University (UK)
    Athabasca U (Canada)
    Cal State Hayward (US)

    Most of the US programs are very expensive, am I missing any good program??

    Many thanks for the good forum.
     
  2. Bruce

    Bruce Moderator

  3. Ted Heiks

    Ted Heiks Moderator and Distinguished Senior Member

    Well, I'll let you decide which, if any, of these are good, but here goes.

    Capella University www.capella.edu
    Deakin University www.deakin.edu.au
    Florida State University http://online.fsu.edu
    Jones International University www.international.edu
    University of Maryland University College www.umuc.edu/gen/virtuniv.html
    Nova Southeastern University www.nova.edu
    University of Phoenix http://online.uophx.edu
    Royal Roads University www.royalroads.ca
    University of Southern Queensland www.usqonline.com.au
     
  4. SteveFoerster

    SteveFoerster Resident Gadfly Staff Member

    If "Educational Technology Leadership" is close enough, consider George Washington University's Master's in that. They're a top-25 school and total tuition is just $12,000 -- a steal!

    -=Steve=-
     
  5. Anthony Pina

    Anthony Pina Active Member

    In the filed of Instructional Technology (or Educational Technology), Florida State is regarded as having the best known program, however, much of the research and distance learning publications are coming from Michael Simonsen in the Dept. of Instrucitonal Technology & Distance Education at Nova Southeastern.

    You would likely have a good experience with all of the programs already listed. I am not familiar with Royal Roads, but the others are respectable institutions.
     

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