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Which of the following are types of organisational models for distance education?
What is a primary characteristic of single-mode distance education systems?
They have a first loyalty to distance education.
Dual-mode institutions have been shown to offer exactly the same standards for on- and off-campus courses without difficulties.
False
What was the main focus of the first distance teaching organisations established around 1840?
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What was a consequence of poor quality in correspondence education?
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Single-mode institutions are created to provide ______ for distance education.
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What type of backing is often necessary for the success of new distance education institutions?
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The establishment of open universities was solely for educational purposes.
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Study Notes
Organisational Models for Distance and Open Learning
- Examination of various organisational models in distance and open learning, including their strengths and weaknesses.
- Future trends highlight emergent structures for e-distance education.
Single-Mode Institutions
- Single-mode institutions focus solely on either face-to-face or distance education.
- Established to achieve economies of scale; deemed expensive but potentially superior in quality.
- They often face skepticism and must strive for professionalism and standards in their offerings.
- Historical roots trace back to 19th century commercial correspondence schools that prioritized profits over quality.
Dual-Mode Institutions
- Dual-mode institutions offer both on-campus and off-campus education, theoretically providing equal standards.
- Practical challenges include academic disinterest and perceived lower status of distance education within traditional settings.
Distance Education Consortia
- Consortia combine educational institutions, publishing, and broadcasting entities to provide distance education.
- While conceptually attractive, they infrequently operate successfully due to complex coordination issues.
Historical Context
- Early distance education organizations were primarily single-mode, reflecting the commercial training needs of the time.
- Notable for high dropout rates fueled by up-front payment models.
- By early 20th century, some organizations sought regulation to improve quality through associations like the National Home Study Association.
Quality Concerns
- The poor reputation of early correspondence education led to skepticism about institutions like the British Open University.
- Quality often perceived as better in dual-mode settings due to traditional institutions' established reputation.
Political and Developmental Context
- Many open universities were developed by national governments to address specific political and developmental needs.
- Establishing single-mode institutions can circumvent the rigidities and cultural changes needed in traditional educational institutions.
- Focus on resource efficiency by avoiding duplication of efforts across collaborating institutions.
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Description
This quiz explores various organisational models for distance and open learning, evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. It also examines the future trends in the structures of e-distance education, including insights on single-mode and dual-mode institutions.
