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Gough, J. E. – 1977
The rationale for and development of off-campus studies at Deakin University, Australia, are described. Based on the determination that Victoria had substantial demand for off-campus studies, Deakin University planned to admit to its off-campus program approximately 1,000 students in 1978 and anticipated 2,500 to 3,000 off-campus students by the…
Descriptors: Adult Students, College Admission, College Students, Curriculum Development
McDonald, R. J.; Gough, J. E. – 1980
The use of audio cassettes in external studies in Australia was studied. External students enrolled in four courses at Murdoch and Deaken Universities, were surveyed by mailed questionnaire to ascertain how they use audio cassettes provided as part of their course materials. Murdoch University respondents allowed comparisons to be made between…
Descriptors: Audiotape Cassettes, College Students, Extension Education, External Degree Programs
Gough, J. E. – 1979
Information on Australia's Deakin University, incorporated in 1975 to absorb the Gordon Institute of Technology and the State College of Victoria, Geelong, is presented. Attention is directed to educational heritage, transition for students, schools and courses, enrollments, location, temporary sites, buildings, student facilities and…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Adult Students, Articulation (Education), College Faculty
Gough, J. E. – 1980
The use and effectiveness of study centers and study center networks as a support system in distance education were investigated, based on interviews with students, tutors, and coordinators of four Australian distance education systems. The investigation of study centers at the University of Queensland, the Riverina College of Advanced Education,…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Comparative Education, Extension Education, External Degree Programs
Gough, J. E. – 1979
Counseling support for adult students entering a distance teaching program at Deakin University, Australia, and evaluation of this service are described. Admission is granted to adult students without formal educational qualifications, and a counseling program provides information on the demands of university study and possible role conflicts that…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Adult Students, Ancillary School Services, College Students
