Policy and Management of Distance Education
Deb Gearhart, DSU

Course Description:
Using the systems approach, this course examines the model of governance of distance education organizations. The course focuses on identification and analysis of the institutional policies, management procedures and strategic planning efforts necessary to managing distance education programs in a way that is engaging and equitable to the learner. Topics include: conducting needs assessments, preparing new programming tools, marketing plans, developing budgets and management plans, developing program evaluations, and so on.

Graduates of the program will:

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understand the capabilities of the computer, its impact on education, business, industry and government; and will be able to adapt to, understand, evaluate and make use of new and emerging innovations in computer and information technology.

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use systematic problem-solving and research-based human/computer interaction practices in the development of computer-assisted instructional programs.

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be aware of current trends and issues in computer education, distance education, electronic communications, computer hardware and software.

Project Exhibits:
Marketing Plan
Teacher Training in Distance Education

 

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