DISTANCE LEARNING

Research Methodology Module in Distance Education

A thesis on the efficacy of distance education in teaching research methodology ideologies in accordance to student perception

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE

ABSTRACT 3

INTRODUCTION 4

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES 5

PRIMARY RESEARCH 7

SECONDARY RESEARCH 7

REVIEW OF LITERATURE 8

Learning 9

Four Learning Orientations 10

Distance Learning System 11

Methods Used in Distance Learning 14

Advantages of Distance Learning System 16

Learning Process the Education System 18

Computer Applications in Distance Education 19

Challenges

of the Distance Education System 22

The Role of Instructors in Distance Education 24

Efficacy of Distance Education 25

Complexity of Distance Education 26

Research Methodology Module : A Guide to Independent Research 28

METHODOLOGY 34

FIGURE 1 : Student Perception Model 36

Student Perception Model 36

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 38

Part A 38

FIGURE 2 39

FIGURE 3 40

FIGURE 4 41

Part B 42

TABLE 1 . Prior Educational Conditions (Traditional learning setting 42

TABLE 2 . Characteristics of Student 43

TABLE 3 . Perceived Characteristics of Distance Learning 44

TABLE 4 . Effectiveness of Distance Learning 46

TABLE 5 . Characteristics of Research Methodology Module in Distance Education System 47

CONCLUSION 51

REFERENCES 54

ABSTRACT

Distance learning is an alternative mode in providing education to people . Distance learning , as the term implies , is bounded by different restraints and barriers . It may be geographically or financially . The distance learning program since it started at the break of the informational technology era had encompassed the limitations to bring education to students worldwide . This had helped the goal of providing education for all no matter what the set limitations are . The thesis will assess different aspects in the distance learning program . In the thesis , we will be exploring the concept of learning and how distance learning effectively uses its own communication model to effectively facilitate the learning processes of the students . The thesis will focus specifically on the application of research methodology module through distance learning . We will evaluate the effectiveness of the distance learning technique in teaching research methodology . For us to be able to assess the efficacy of the distance learning system , student 's perception regarding the system and its implications in their learning experience will be evaluated as part of the research methodology process . The distance learning system in to give quality education to distance learners must analyze the critical factors that can contribute to its improvement and success in bringing quality education to students worldwide

INTRODUCTION

Distance education started at the break of the new millennium when the information technology era started . It is a result of the evolution in the education system that includes teaching techniques that is highly dependent on the use of technology and other media . Information carried in this type of education system is based on a virtually created educational system employed to its students . The definitions mentioned of distance education is given by Rogers (1995 ) and updated by Ludlow B L (1994

The presence of a student and instructor is still evident , although the interaction...