| Description |
xvi, 204 pages ; 24 cm |
| Series |
The open and flexible learning series |
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Open & flexible learning series.
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| Contents |
1. Modes of learning in post-secondary education -- 2. Major themes in student learning -- 3. The Open University of the United Kingdom - a British eccentricity or a model for the world? / Alan Woodley -- 4. Need for open entry in developing countries -- 5. Other elements of openness -- 6. Pedagogy and andragogy -- 7. Open universities expect andragogy -- 8. Appropriateness of the UKOU model for developing countries -- 9. Dual-mode universities -- 10. North American model of distance education -- 11. The loneliness of the distance learner -- 12. E-learning / Carmel McNaught -- 13. Flexible learning : but how flexible? -- 14. Conclusion |
| Summary |
Drawing upon research into students conceptions of, and approaches to learning, this critical analysis of the state of open and flexible learning examines the characteristics and the needs and learning approaches of students |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Distance education -- Developing countries.
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Open learning -- Developing countries.
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| Author |
MyiLibrary.
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| LC no. |
2006100818 |
| ISBN |
0203966546 (ebook) |
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0415401399 (hbk.) |
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0415401402 (paperback) |
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9780203966549 (ebook) |
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9780415401395 (hbk.) |
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9780415401401 (paperback) |
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