Study shows who prefers distance education

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by Ike, Oct 22, 2002.

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  1. Ike

    Ike New Member

    Kristan Mose who thought that DE is a guy thing (in another thread) may be happy to learn that distance education appeals to womem more than it appeals to men. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Education, distance education appeals to working parents, especially women, more than to other groups. The report is based on a study of distance education during the 1999-2000 academic year. The study data show that of women who took college courses, 8.5 percent did so through distance education. The report stated that only 6.5 percent of men did so through distance learning. According to the report, only 9% of college students over 24 years old took distance education courses, compared to 6% of those under 24. The results confirm that distance education offers those with work and family responsibilities the flexibility to advance their education when they are able.

    Chronicle of Higher Education, 21 October 2002

    http://chronicle.com/free/2002/10/2002102102t.htm
     

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