Distance Learning: The Points That Should Be Known
The flexibility in time might lead to one of the main disadvantages of distance learning
, which is the lack of time. Students might lack the motivation to complete their assignments in a deadline. The fact that the learning process is flexible might lead to delays in submitting completed assignments. The latter, accordingly, results in protracting the duration of the course. The solution to such problem might be seen in a placement session, in which the strengths and weaknesses of each student are assessed, and an approach is chosen for each student, dealing with the problem of motivation.
Distance Learning: The Points That Should Be Known