Accrediting agencies might not be able to keep up with increasing technical innovations. Research into what works for distance education With these trepidations in mind, the Department of Education is proposing the establishment of hands-on experimental sites for research into the nuts and bolts of distance education to find out what works and doesn't. In addition, regional accrediting agencies will develop specific standards for distance education students. The funds would promote partnerships between academic institutions, community based organizations, software and technology developers, and private industry to research how technology can be used to enhance the delivery of education to distance learners. Demand will drive a solution If institutions don't adapt and make distance learning available, the consumer will find a way to get it.
Distance learning is here to stay.
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