Radcliff tapped to lead center Oct 19, 2008
As someone who benefited from distance-delivered education to obtain his own degree, Radcliff said he understands what is needed to complete a degree by distance education. He hopes to use his own experiences to help others, a press release said. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Social Work Ethics Training slated Oct. 29 Oct 17, 2008
Bob Jackson, clinical associate professor and director of distance education for the University of Iowa School of Social Work, will present "Social Work and Boundary Issues: Thoughts on Managing Dual Relationships.". This workshop will cover some of the possible conflicts and offer guidelines for risk management and avoiding ethical misconduct. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Report picks apart NCCU program Oct 17, 2008
10 per credit hour in 2007-08; the UNC system's proper rate for a nonresident distance education credit hour is $417. 75. (News & Observer)
China needs sharper eyes in space Oct 16, 2008
Not only is India's prowess in the EOSAT realm attracting considerable attention, but India has already undertaken ambitious satellite-based distance education and telemedicine projects covering vast rural areas. India is the first country to launch the dedicated distance learning satellites known as EDUSAT, and is demonstrating that it can be an effective integrator of terrestrial networks and satellite infrastructures after working its way through a somewhat painful learning curve. (Asia Times Online)
Ward 2 candidates set sights on economy, neighborhoods Oct 11, 2008
Occupation: Professor emeritus, retired, Oregon Institute of Technology distance education and on campus professor of mathematics. Political experience: 20 years city council, board of director League of Oregon Cities, prior to being elected served on the city planning commission. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
CWU has record freshman class, overall enrollment increase Oct 10, 2008
A total of 90 new online sections have also been added, giving options for students to take classes through distance education. advertisement The release stated the university anticipates a full time increase of 1. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Numbers on the decline Oct 7, 2008
Over the past decade, the number of students at the regional campuses and in distance education has more than doubled. With new state support we have been able to expand the number of faculty at our regional campuses and increase the number and variety of educational programs that are available in those locales, said Ronda Menlove, vice provost for Regional Campuses and Distance Education. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Charter Oak's new president takes helm Oct 4, 2008
"No longer is it required that learners study on campus, and distance education moved from the periphery of higher education to the center.". According to Klonoski, with 18 percent of the workforce already telecommuting from home, employers have already embraced the idea that work is also not a location. (New Britain Herald, CT)
WSC fall student totals see a 156 percent increase Oct 3, 2008
Olson said the other component driving student enrollment upward is the distance education program with a total of 51 percent, or 431 students, taking on-line classes. Last year, 420 took WSC distance education courses. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Sentinel Morning Update: DID advocate optimistic despite economic news Sep 23, 2008
The post has done a good job taking care of family needs, said Myers, director of First Year Studies in the Department of Distance Education. Her daughter is in the troop. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
STT Taking the Distance Out of Distance Education Sep 22, 2008
To do this and expand their reach, STT have recently launched a new website with the aim of enhancing distance education with tailored courses in writing, business and counselling ... To do this and expand their reach, STT have recently launched a new website with the aim of enhancing distance education with tailored courses in writing, business and counselling ... "The Internet has revolutionised our industry," says Diana Nadin, Director of Studies at STT. "Our students can now contact each... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Dalai Lama's giggle wins over Liverpool Sep 21, 2008
founded in 1970, walden university is a pioneer in student-centered distance education. an accredited, graduate institution with a mission for social change. (Yahoo News -- Tibet)
Panel Named to Seek Next VCU President Sep 18, 2008
Dan Ream (faculty) is associate professor and director of outreach and distance education for VCU Libraries. He is serving his second one-year term as president of the VCU Faculty Senate and also serves as the faculty representative on the VCU Board of Visitors. (WTVR.com, VA)
FAU's wireless deal not without critics Sep 15, 2008
FAU is the direct licensee, given the broadband spectrum by the Federal Communications Commission in the 1980s for now obsolete video distance education. A public "invitation to negotiate" was posted for one month on FAU's purchasing department's Web site in August 2007. (The Palm Beach Post)
Fall semester enrollment sets new record at Blinn Sep 13, 2008
Some students attend more than one campus including taking dual credit and distance education courses. Blinn also set a record in contact hours increasing 8. (Brenham Banner, TX)
NFED Director interacts with Media on Adult Education Sep 13, 2008
Mr Bruce stated that there "was a need to focus on taking the necessary steps that would enable us to take advantage of what others have done in relation to distance education and build upon it". He said Ghana needed to focus on the implementation of a broader distance learning programme, to enable wider access to all Ghanaians who are capable of taking advantage of the opportunities offered. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
WSC search committee approves job profile, hiring timeline Sep 13, 2008
Diane Hagen, Williston Area Chamber of Commerce executive director, and Wanda Meyer, WSC Distance Education director and associate professor, are the subcommittee members. Ponitz suggests the wording be "short" and to the point. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
User demand key to roll-out of high-speed broadband Sep 10, 2008
It expects they will also support on-line shopping, and delivery of public services such as personalised healthcare and distance education, as well as , where machines exchange data with other machines, largely independently of people. Walker said the models developed by research firm Analysys Mason, ignored wireless technologies in addition to fibre, even though wireless technologies were likely to play a key role in providing. (ComputerWeekly.com)
Distance Education Financial Aid He... Sep 10, 2008
Distance Education Financial Aid Help: Financial Assistance Opportunities for Adults Going Back to School ... Distance Education Financial Aid Help ... Distance Education Financial Aid Help. (Suite101.com)
MVP trains 113 non-professional teachers Sep 9, 2008
Manso-Nkwanta (Ash), Sept. 8, GNA - The United Nations (UN) Millennium Villages Project (MVP), which operates in the Amansie West District of Ashanti, has for the past two years supported 113 untrained teachers, to pursue the Untrained Teachers Diploma in Basic Education (UTDBE) distance education programme at the Wesley College in Kumasi. Mr Samuel Asare Afram, Cluster Manager of the Project, who disclosed this in an interview with the Ghana News Agency at Manso-Nkwanta at the weekend, said the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
4-H is ‘distance education' for two families Sep 9, 2008
Newton County Enterprise: 4-H is distance education' for two families ... 4-H is distance education' for two familiesBy Sue Frischie/Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
Information Technology New Degree C... Sep 8, 2008
Many schools offer these programs through distance education. Information Technology Degrees. (Suite101.com)
Experts meet on need for new rules to govern world's fragile polar regions Sep 8, 2008
" ### Conference funding has been provided by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the Monaco Permanent Representation to Scientific, Environmental and Humanitarian International Bodies, the Dutch International Polar Year Committee, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), UNU-IAS, the University of Akureyri and the Town of Akureyri. UNU Institute of Advanced Studies, Yokohama Japan The Institute of Advanced Studies () is part of the United Nations University's global network of... (EurekAlert!)
University of Ghana admit 11,700 students Sep 7, 2008
2 million dollars to support the university with ICT infrastructure in the Distance Education programme. He announced that three new scholarship schemes, namely Educational Pathways International Scholarship, All Nations Education Scholarship both from USA and Tertiary Scholarship Trust, Oxford University, United Kingdom have been instituted to offer full scholarship to students. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Libya acts in HIV row with Bulgaria Sep 7, 2008
experience with distance education would also be valuable. the department's unique farber fund ( http://www. (Yahoo News -- Libya)
China supports quake-zone students in IT contest Sep 6, 2008
Travel and accommodation expenses for contestants from Sichuan will be paid by China Distance Education Holdings Ltd. (CDEL), the country's largest online education provider, during their stay in the capital for the final. According to its official website (www. (Xinhuanet, China)
Doctors file PIL in HC against diabetes course Sep 1, 2008
CHENNAI: The state government's proposal to launch a six-month certificate course on diabetology in the distance education mode has run into rough weather, with a public interest writ petition filed in the Madras high court questioning its legal validity ... The doctors, describing the proposed course as a "mockery of medical education ," wondered how the government could contemplate a medical course through distance education mode, that too with only two contact classes every month and without... (Times of India)
Deaths from hospital bug up by 28% Aug 29, 2008
the osu-okc distance education programs and courses. for formal education. (guardian.co.uk)
ADEA Explores New Opportunities for Education in Africa Offered By Digital Technology Aug 28, 2008
Also attending are four ADEA working groups (on distance education and open learning, the teaching profession, non-formal education and higher education), specialists in the development of digital resources, universities and private-sector companies that produce educational software and content. The digital revolution offers new prospects for education in Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Wegener Corporation Receives Nasdaq Notice Aug 24, 2008
Applications include IP data delivery, broadcast television, cable television, radio networks, business television, distance education, business music and financial information distribution. Compel(R), WEGENER's patented network control system, provides networks with unparalleled ability to regionalize programming and commercials. (PR Newswire)
Mission 10X to train engg teachers Aug 22, 2008
Moudgalya, who heads the Centre for Distance Engineering Education Programme (CDEEP) at the IIT, Bombay, said that distance education was a partial way to addressing this issue and the same was finding gradual acceptance among institutions 00004000 and industry alike. A case in point is the Mission 10X, a not-for-profit trust launched by software company Wipro in September last year to implement a programme of training 10,000 faculty by 2010 in new methodologies of teaching in engineering. (Times of India)
Blinn board proposes small tax increase Aug 21, 2008
New college personnel were announced: Dr. Van Miller, vice president of business services; Don Stewart, dean of academics; Jeri Thorton-Dulaney, director of the Sealy campus; Barry Wagner, dean of distance education. This is an on-line publication of The Brenham Banner-Press P.O. Box 585 Brenham, TX 77834-0585 (979) 836-7956 For comments or questions, email. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Little Orphan Campus Aug 21, 2008
of the distance education program, but no one is even admitting to being in the room when the young 'un was conceived ... Ammons makes it sound as though the program was presented to him as a done deal by faculty members and the University College, NCCU's division that administers distance education programs. (News & Observer)
Adult Education vital to national development - Director Aug 20, 2008
Mr Amoako made a strong case for continued access to education and training indicating that distance education reaches more people, who eagerly wanted to learn. According to him, there was the need to take advantage of what others had done in relation to distance education and build upon it. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
VCE EXPRESS My Dance - Alexandra Stewart and Jack Hersee Aug 18, 2008
I did distance education, so I missed out on the bullying that other male ballet dancers get at age 13 or 14. " Page 1 Story Tools Got news tips for us? Send photos, videos ffs to 0406 THE AGE (0406 843 243), or Today's Top 10 Articles Latest Videos Readers' most viewed Articles Articles Articles Articles Videos | | | | | Copyright ? Fairfax Digital OTHER SECTIONS: CLASSIFIEDS: SERVICES. (The Age)
Ammons: I thought program was OK'd Aug 14, 2008
He said it was presented to him by faculty members and the University College, the NCCU division that administers distance education programs. The college dean then was Beverly Washington Jones, who would later become provost. (News & Observer)
New Birth program shut down Aug 12, 2008
A university spokeswoman referred questions to Kimberly Phifer-McGhee, director of distance education at NCCU.. Phifer-McGhee said she did not know why or how the program started, did not know how much the university paid to run the program, or why SACS was not notified of it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Helping out: Why USU experts are focused on managing Mideast’s water Aug 12, 2008
We see an active role in the establishment of distance education (programs). They may well take courses from USU over the Internet. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
University receives GCI broadband gift Aug 10, 2008
It will not only benefit the university but will help Alaska schools through a network that is part of the state's multi-partner Distance Education Consortium. ARTICLE LINKS: | | Reader Comments Disclaimer ng: These comments do not represent the Juneau Empire's views. (Juneau Empire)
Book Review-Peterson College Guide Aug 10, 2008
Readers can review topics such as Choosing Your Top Ten Colleges, Surviving Standardized Tests, Applying 101, Searching for Four-Year Colleges Online, Financial Aid Basics, Honor Programs, Distance Education, The Military and Higher Education and several more. These articles assist the reader to develop a full college knowledge base to start the college selection process. (Suite101.com)
GCI Donates $30 Million Broadband Gift Toward Education Aug 9, 2008
The broadband gift benefits not only the university system, but also K-12 schools via the AK20 Network, part of the state's multi-partner Distance Education Consortium. Hamilton and Rutherford made the announcement today along with GCI President and Chief Executive Officer Ron Duncan. (PR Newswire)
Security forces need better tech to fight terror: President Aug 9, 2008
The president praised IIT-Bombay for undertaking distance education programmes through internet-based courses and creating customised programmes for the industry to train people on the latest trends in technology and help increase productivity. Meanwhile, industrialist Ratan Tata was conferred with an honorary doctorate in science for his extraordinary contribution to the growth of Indian industry and supporting the cause of science and technology. (Economic Times)
CCAC, union agree on labor contract Aug 8, 2008
The pact also addressed a range of workplace issues from assessment of student learning and distance education standards to extra pay for faculty who take on additional teaching and other duties. Both sides called the pact a significant step forward. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
North Hills principal has ties to 'diploma mill' Aug 7, 2008
We do not recognize the degrees or certificates they may grant, and essentially it's 'buyer beware,' " said Mark Browning, spokesman for the Idaho State Board of Education. Idaho law states a school must be accredited by an agency recognized by the state or federal government. Canyon College states on its Web site that it is accredited by The American Naturopathic Medical Accreditation Board and The Association for Innovation in Distance Education. The naturopathic group's credentials are... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Healthcare Degrees Through Distance... Aug 6, 2008
Healthcare Degrees Through Distance Education: Online Education in the Health Industry leads to Upward Mobility ... Healthcare Degrees Through Distance Education ... Healthcare Degrees Through Distance Education. (Suite101.com)
U.S. Investors Lose Appetite For Chinese IPOs Aug 5, 2008
The Chinese online test prep company China Distance Education (nyse: - - ), which came public July 29, also raised less than expected on Arca: $61 million, $27 million less than its initial target. Its stock closed Monday at $6. (Forbes -- Markets)
Online Education Learning Strategie... Aug 1, 2008
Online Education Learning Strategies for Adults: Tips for Success When Enrolled in Distance Education Courses ... Tips for Success When Enrolled in Distance Education Courses ... Focusing on important ideas and facts in a distance education course, planning, managing time, managing stress, and understanding expectations leads to course success. (Suite101.com)
Changing Careers to Become a Web De... Jul 30, 2008
The remaining skills can be learned by taking classes through vocational education programs or enrolling in online distance education programs. The important thing to remember is any course completion must result in certification as a web designer and a college degree is not required. (Suite101.com)
Nursing program to be launched in Owensboro Jul 30, 2008
through a combination of distance education and on-site clinical instruction. The program, intended to graduate 36 to 40 students a year, will address a shortage of baccalaureate nurses in the region. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Changing Careers and Transferable J... Jul 28, 2008
Complete online distance education courses. Enroll in a course at a local technical institute or business school. (Suite101.com)
Online education options expanding Jul 28, 2008
Undergraduate degrees in organizational leadership, IT and liberal studies are available through the TBR program, says Barbara Belzer, E-Campus director and assistant dean of distance education at the University of Memphis. "Our students are U of M students, but they can take a course available all the way across the state that was developed by a professor at MTSU," she says. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Advantages of Distance Education fo... Jul 24, 2008
Advantages of Distance Education for Adults: Online Degree Programs for Professional and Personal Growth ... Advantages of Distance Education for Adults ... Advantages of Distance Education for Adults. (Suite101.com)
Speech By Dr. Arthur Kobina Kennedy Jul 23, 2008
To complement this, we have reformed the educational system, increased teachers salaries and brought distance education that has given hundreds of teachers additional opportunities to further their education ... Third, we shall put the teacher at the centre of our educational system by increasing remuneration, providing accommodation for rural teachers, paying a rural allowance, increasing resources for in-service training, distance education and study leave. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
CSCC’s ‘Right Start’ program lives up to name Jul 20, 2008
Providing students with the opportunity to register online 24 hours a day, seven days a week is a convenient service and one that Columbia State is proud of, said Billy Walters, director of academic support services and distance education. However, for many first-time degree-seeking students, registration can be confusing and registering online may result in making poor choices when scheduling classes for the first time. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Area high schools offer students options Jul 18, 2008
Pleasant Ridge does not have advanced placement classes or long distance education programs at this time, although Coblentz said the district was likely to add advanced placement classes next year. Virtual Schools. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
USU, UBATC receive $1.5 million Jul 16, 2008
According to Ronda Menlove, USU s vice provost for regional campuses and distance education, USU will offer general education, geology, natural resources, pre-engineering and other science classes in the new space. UBATC will provide technical training, generating a new crop of skilled workers for the area s booming natural gas and oil industry. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Vanderbilt offers health care management master's Jul 14, 2008
Many national programs also rely heavily on distance education. The Vanderbilt program is instead heavily focused on classroom interaction because it accelerates learning, Van Horn adds. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
In U.S., high cost of driving ignites online classes boom Jul 13, 2008
David Gray, chief executive of UMass Online, the distance education program at the University of Massachusetts, said that at an educators' conference this week in San Francisco, officials from scores of universities discussed how the energy crisis could affect higher education. "There was broad agreement that gas price increases will be a source of continued growth in online enrollments," Gray said. (International Herald Tribune)
A more accessible USU Jul 8, 2008
Most recently, Flores Niemann, 54, served as WSU s special assistant for accreditation and distance education. She sat down with The Herald Journal to discuss her plans for Utah State. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
ISU News and Notes: Web site addresses No. 1 question for transfer students Jul 6, 2008
Additional links include information about the transfer process, distance education, existing statewide transfer agreements and contact information. A team of representatives from Iowa public community colleges, regent universities, the Board of Regents Office, and Iowa Department of Education managed the development and implement the Web site. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Grant seeks to boost computer use among Lakota Jul 6, 2008
The grant will also provide a computing-major readiness program for Sinte Gleska freshmen and sophomores, link USD and SGU computing classes in distance education and Web-based courses, create a development program for SGU faculty members and increase degree opportunities for students in computer science. Share This Story. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
CC instructor honors 'master distance educator' Jul 1, 2008
He served as the college's Director of Distance Education from 2001 to 2007 ... Marquard estimated nearly 15 percent of Casper College students take distance education courses, and the number likely rises to about 50 percent in the summer. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Education can change lives in remote areas: Patil Jun 30, 2008
She emphasised the importance of educating women and said those living in remote areas could be educated through the distance education system. Madhya Pradesh Governor Balram Jakhar said education made people responsible to society, nation and the world. (Hindu)
Children's author goes live to schools Jun 29, 2008
Aussie writer Griffiths, in Melbourne, read from his new book Treasure Fever and poems from The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow live to students, including Plunkett Street Primary School, at the Distance Education High School at Woolloomooloo. He said writing was his favourite subject and that when he was five he made a "get well" card for his father in the form of a book. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Proposed USU cuts myopic Jun 28, 2008
Short-sighted was also the word that came to mind when I read recently that USU is looking at cutting concurrent enrollment and distance education classes because of budgetary shortfalls ... That said, let me just mildly and meekly suggest that cutting back concurrent enrollment and distance education classes available to high school students is silly, ridiculous, batty, goofy, berserk, kooky, bonkers, idiotic, deranged, fruity, screwy, irresponsible, absurd, foolhardy, imprudent, cuckoo,... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
