Educational Technology
Distance Learning in Micronesia
Participants' Perspectives
This briefing paper examines participants' perspectives of a distance learning course taught in Pohnpei and Ebeye. The course utilized emerging synchronous technologies to provide a "virtual class" environment along with asynchronous technologies. The paper addresses cultural issues, learning styles, and learning preferences, and provides recommendations for distance learning providers in Micronesia.
Distance Learning in the Northern Pacific
This briefing paper provides an overview of distance learning opportunities that were provided in the northern Pacific region as a result of a U.S. Department of Education Star Schools grant from 1997–2006. It addresses the regional telecommunications infrastructure, characteristics of effective distance learning courses, future trends, and successful strategies.
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