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Online education

Online education: There are many terms for online education. Some of them are: virtual education, Internet-based education, Web-based education, and education via computer-mediated communication (CMC). The following definition of online education is based on Desmond Keegan’s definition of distance education. Hence, online education is characterized by:

■the separation of teachers and learners which distinguishes it from face-to-face education

■the influence of an educational organization which distinguishes it from self-study and private tutoring

■the use of a computer network to present or distribute some educational content

■the provision of two-way communication via a computer network so that students may benefit from communication with each other, teachers, and staff

Reference: Paulsen, M. F. 2003. Online Education and Learning Management Systems - Global Elearning in a Scandinavian Perspective. Oslo: NKI Forlaget. Available online via www.studymentor.com

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