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Herron, Rita I.; Holsombach-Ebner, Cinda; Shomate, Alice K.; Szathmary, Kimberly J. – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2012
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University--Worldwide serves more than 36,000 online students across the globe, many of whom are military and other non-traditional students, offering 34 undergraduate, graduate, and professional education/workforce certificate programs, presented both online and via blended delivery modes. The centralized model of online…
Descriptors: Handheld Devices, Computer System Design, Guidelines, Administrative Organization
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Grunwald, S.; Ramasundaram, V.; Bruland, G. L.; Jesseman, D. K. – International Journal of Distance Education Technologies, 2007
In this article we describe the implementation of an emerging virtual learning environment to teach GIS and spatial sciences to distance education graduate students. We discuss the benefits and constraints of our mixed architecture with the main focus on the innovative hybrid architecture of the virtual GIS computer laboratory. Criteria that were…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Geographic Information Systems, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Twigg, Carol A. – Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 2009
In addition to experiencing the generic quality and cost problems faced by all colleges and universities, community colleges face problems particular to their student populations. They need to design more flexible schedules for working adult students, create a greater sense of community or engagement for commuting students, address the special…
Descriptors: Nontraditional Students, Commuting Students, Community Colleges, Educational Strategies
Cavanaugh, Cathy; Barbour, Michael; Brown, Regina; Diamond, Daryl; Lowes, Susan; Powell, Allison; Rose, Ray; Scheick, Amy; Scribner, Donna; Van der Molen, Julia – International Association for K-12 Online Learning, 2009
Online teaching is a complex professional practice. In addition to their content knowledge and pedagogical skill, online teachers must be qualified in methods of teaching the content online and have experience in online learning. This document examines some of the aspects of online teaching, specifically those related to communication and…
Descriptors: Interaction, Teacher Effectiveness, Teacher Student Relationship, Communication Strategies