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Boettcher, Judith V. – Syllabus, 2002
Focuses on distance learning ventures. Discusses surviving for-profit ventures of traditional universities; other distance learning ventures that appear to be working; the state of virtual universities and consortia; lessons learned from online for-profit ventures; challenges; and a strategy for traditional non-profit institutions to develop a…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Distance Education, Educational Development, Educational Planning
Ely, Donald – Syllabus, 2000
Outlines four categories of "prior" questions to consider before embarking on a distance learning program: "Everyone is doing it"; "The promise of income"; "Computers and networks"; and "Potential students." Identifies other questions that focus on types of individual needs and how they are being met; options that could be made available; problems…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Distance Education, Educational Development
Riffee, William H. – Syllabus, 2002
Considers issues of offering distance education programs internationally. Discusses education as international commerce; considering culture, cost, professional licensure, and individual institutions' requirements; and the institution's motives for moving into an international market. Lists questions that should be answered satisfactorily before…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Educational Development, Educational Objectives, Educational Planning