The Pros and Cons of Distance Learning

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In a K-12 setting, distance learning or traditional learning requires careful planning that must take place in order for the educational process to work for the students. When we look at both forms of education there are still pros and cons to both. Although online learning has made a major impact in the world of education, many people have not accepted this form of education. One of the reason for their concerns is that students cannot get fast answers to their questions about the assignment from the teacher. Another concern is that the students cannot perform effectively in a group collaboration that is taking place online. Also, students may not effectively do their homework from an online program. Lastly, some families do not have the technology at home for online learning. With the wave of technology being a part of the main stream educational process, online learning is being considered as an option for most parents of a K-12 learner. Although it is a great way to learn it involves time and commitment from both students and their families. It is also making it easier for home schooled students to get their lessons, as well as for the resources parents need in teaching their child at home. In my research about distance learning in the educational setting comparable to my current employment, I have selected two articles that discuss pros and cons about distance learning. The firsts article is entitled, “Barriers to online teaching in Elementary, Secondary, and teacher education,” by Zane L. Berge, Ph.D. The second one is, “Virtual Schools and E-Learning in K-12 Environments, Emerging Policy and Practice,” by Robert Blomeyer, NCREL Program Associate. Using the Internet in Educational Settings 3 The purpose of th... ... middle of paper ... ... Rferences Berge, Zane L. Ph.D. (1999, January). Barriers to online teaching in elementary, secondary, and teacher education. emoderators.com http://www.emoderators.com/barriers/barrwire.shtml Blomeyer, Robert, NCREL Program Associate. (2002, April). Emerging Policy and Practice. Learning Point Associates http://www.ncrel.org/policy/pubs/html/pivol11/apr2002c.htm Works Cited Rferences Berge, Zane L. Ph.D. (1999, January). Barriers to online teaching in elementary, secondary, and teacher education. emoderators.com http://www.emoderators.com/barriers/barrwire.shtml Blomeyer, Robert, NCREL Program Associate. (2002, April). Emerging Policy and Practice. Learning Point Associates http://www.ncrel.org/policy/pubs/html/pivol11/apr2002c.htm

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