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Teaching and learning are no longer confined to the classroom or the school day.
There are many technologies that can offer a great deal of flexibility in when, where,
and how education is distributed.
There are many synonyms used for Distance Learning, such as Distance Education,
Distributed Learning, or Remote Education. For the purposes of this booklet,
Distance Learning will be defined by the following criteria:
1. The teacher and students are separated by distance (this distance could
mean different classrooms in the same school or different locations
thousands of miles apart).
2. The instruction is delivered via print, voice, video, or computer
technologies
3. The communication is interactive in that the teacher receives some
feedback from the student. The feedback may be immediate or
delayed.
Problem: Choose Technologies for Your Distance Learning Course.
Objectives:
 Because you usually do not meet your students face-to-face when teaching a
distance learning course, you will probably rely heavily on communication
media to promote interaction and deliver your course content.
 Sample and instruments:
Which technology will be most effective for providing course content, activities, and
interactions will depend on your learning objectives for the class, as well as upon the
media available. Choosing a technology for your distance learning class will be easier
if you have clearly defined your learning objectives and have some knowledge of the
resources available to you and your students.
Technology Options
When choosing technology, keep in mind your students' access to technology, your
budget and time, and the goals of your course. Plan to provide the information in
multiple formats if you have students with disabilities . Below is a list of
technologies to choose from when creating and teaching your distance learning
course. Each technology has an action plan with suggestions on how to implement the
technology and some planning considerations which describe the advantages and
disadvantages of each technology along with some ideas for implementing them.

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Web Page
A class Web site can be a great way to communicate information in a central location.
You may easily update the material and incorporate text, images, interactive Web-
based tools, and even video. While the other technologies on this page can stand
alone, a course Web page can serve as a portal for the other technologies you use in
your distance learning class.
Planning Considerations
Print
Print is the most inexpensive and accessible medium for delivering distance learning
course content. Distance learning students are comfortable with it, and it's portable.
Planning Considerations
Course Readings on the Web
Putting course readings on the Web affords students 24-hour access to course
materials from any location with an Internet connection, and you can easily modify
the reading list.
Planning Considerations
Images
Images can be extremely useful in communicating information that is difficult to
explain using just text or audio. You can include images such as charts, graphs,
photographs, and illustrations with your print materials, on your Web site, or in a
video.
Planning Considerations
Audio
Audio can add another dimension and variety to your distance learning course; you
may also use the tone of your voice to emphasize certain points. Audio provides
flexibility to busy students. There are a variety of fairly simple and inexpensive ways
you can make sound a part of your distance learning course. Planning Considerations
Video
Video allows you to communicate to your distance learning students almost as if you
were there in person. Using video conferencing, they can interact with you and--if
you choose--with their classmates as well. Both learning goals and technical
requirements must be taken into consideration when deciding whether to use video in
your course.
Planning Considerations
Online Discussion

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Khalid AL-Saadi (63530).
An online message board is a great way for distance learning students to
communicate with each other and you. A message board allows students to discuss
course topics online, respond to each other's comments, and share ideas. As the
message board administrator, you can designate the participants for your message
board, suggest topics for discussion, and monitor the participation of individuals on
the board.
Planning Considerations
 Results and conclusion.
Creating a distance learning course involves more than replicating familiar classroom
strategies in a different forum. Distance education requires the facilitation of an
online community and activities designed for students working individually. Because
the dynamics of teaching and learning at a distance are unique, Catalyst and UW
Online Learning have developed the following resources to guide you through the
steps of designing, developing, and teaching a successful distance learning course
Results:
 Understanding Distance Education.
 Teaching a Distance Learning Course.
 Planning a Distance Learning Course.
 Assessing a Distance Learning Course.

4. Fahad AL-Rawahi (57737).
Khalid AL-Saadi (63530).