With the digital age upon us, satellite television is less expensive than ever before. With conventional analogue techniques, an hour of live television will cost between 2000 and 5000 per hour. Furthermore, everyone can receive the same information at the same time, in a media rich and interactive format. More on satellite technology . Videoconferencing Video conferencing technology is now becoming more widely available for distance education.
Tutorial support is offered through videoconferencing.
Other projects throughout the UK and Europe are deploying similar systems to enable training and information to reach students and business clients in a timely manner. They can also offer high power data links, application sharing and white board facilities. Truly dynamic synchronous, face to face at a distance student contact can now be offered, whatever the distance. For more on videoconferencing applications, click here . With the current financial constraints and the increasing pressure on education providers to perform better, telematics offers a viable solution for sustainability and growth.