Distance Education 

Distance Education : General Resources

• Accreditation and Higher Education Through Distance Education Links to the US Accreditation program. This site also provides information on colleges that offer distance education with no or at least short residency requirements. Resource and references, foreign schools and even Non-Accredited / State approved
• AT&T; Center for Excellence in Distance Learning Rich source of documentation (research, articles, handbooks, etc.) on why and how to use Distance Learning.
• California Distance Learning Project The California Distance Learning Project focuses on providing practice on functional literacy skills using community, based information. Educational activities are included for reinforcement of what is read. Sound files "read" each page.
• Coast Telecourses This site introduces Coast Telecourses and the award-winning video-based college courses and other distance learning materials it produces and distributes throughout the world.
• Distance Courses for Teachers Heritage OnLine offers 15 Internet-delivered 400/500-level 3-5 credit continuing education courses helping K12 teachers integrate use of the Internet into their K12 curriculum
• Distance Ed
• Distance education - open and flexible learning
• Distance Education and Information Technology Information and links pertaining to the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Distance Education Satellite and Computer Network.
• Distance Education Clearinghouse Information from the University of Wisconsin-Extension on teleconferencing technologies, courses, and distance learning resources.
• Distance Education Resource Sites (WWW and Gopher) An extensive listing of sites related to distance education and educational telecommunications issues.
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• Distance Learning Associates DLA uses computer and information technologies to make education more accessible for all students, to improve students' access to information and to engage students with dynamic learning capabilities.
• Distance Learning Help System (DLHS) - Quebec, Canada testing a new form of professional distance learning and teaching, firstly in the forest industry.
• Distance Learning Italy constitutes the center of the consortium which joins Italian public and private institutions active in the CBL field.
• Distance Learning Laboratory at Howard University
• Globewide Network Academy GNA catalogs distance education courses and resources available around the world. The free searchable catalog is a powerful tool for finding educational opportunities on-line.
• Heritage OnLine 400 & 500 level online continuing education courses for K-12 educators focusing on integrating use of the Internet.
• Institute for Distance Education - University of Maryland System provides a single voice for communicating about distance education issues with other members of Maryland's educational family.
• International Finance: Home Study The international financial course for offshore consultants and advisors: Banking secrecy and privacy here. Course credits.
• Internet Instructional Services Learn to write HTML and create homepages. Text provided and lessons given via email. Only $85.
• Jason Merry's Distance Education Links
• Learning Research and Development Center at University of Pittsburgh research to broaden our scientific insights into all aspects of learning and to support the use of research in instructional settings as varied as classrooms, industry, and museums.
• Marketing Distance Education a paper on utilizing marketing research, strategic planning, and promotion to enhance and enroll more students in distance education courses.
• McGraw-Hill Continuing Education Center The McGraw-Hill Continuing Education Center Web Site provides information on hands-on courses, degree programs, certification training, continuing professional education, and more. All programs are flexible, affordable, and fully accredited.
• National Cable Television Institute (NCTI) broadband/CATV training: technical, non-technical, overview, train-the-trainer and special topic courses via distance learning and seminars.
• Open and Distance Learning European information technology project.
• OWLink Distance Education Site The OWLink project connects five schools in Texas via an interactive ATM based distance technology.
• Parkes & Woitena Distance Learning Industry Survey survey of the distance learning industry. Providers and customer groups are identified. Strategies for reaching the customer groups can be formulated from this survey.
• PCS Edventures! PCS Edventures! Distance Learning is an innovative educational system that makes learning fun by combining the communication tools of the Internet
• R.I.D.E (Resources in Distance Education) R.I.D.E. (Resources in Distance Education) is a Web site at Athabasca University that contains information on the theory and practice of Distance Education.
• Russia - Distance Education Adult Industry Management Provides peer mentor for operation of major industrial enterprises in Russia on an electronic basis.
• Standaard Didactische Interface supports project-based distance education.
• Studio Plus School of Visual Art & Corel DRAW courses Studio Plus is Australian company that specialize in Visual Art. We offer Corel DRAW courses through Internet, as well as courses in Visual Art.
• The Education Station This site contains information and links to online courses for teachers
• The Running Man First Run Around the World & The Greatest Distance Ever Run.
• Usenet - alt.education.distance
• Using HTML for on line error correction This site shows how HTML can easily be used to correct student writing. This technique is designed for ESL distance education and attempts to imitate face, to, face tutoring. Requires Netscape 2.0.
• Utah System of Higher Education - Distance Education planning, development and administrative information relating to the Utah System of Higher Education Distance Education and Technology Initiative.
• Virtual Online University VOU is the world's first online University
• WorkSpace Resources Links, FAQs and product resources pertaining to computers in the classroom, networked education systems, distance learning, classroom design, ergonomic issues and general educational information.

K-12 Schools

• Brisbane School of Distance Education
• Chrysalis School an independent study program for students of all ages. Students meet weekly with their teachers for home assignments in the required subject areas. Assignments are individualized and based on the student's needs, interests, and abilities.
• Cyberhigh
• Dennison Online awards high school diplomas through its curriculum for children and adults.
• Distance Courses for Teachers Heritage OnLine offers 15 Internet-delivered 400/500-level 3-5 credit continuing education courses helping K12 teachers integrate use of the Internet into their K12 curriculum.
• Fraser Valley Distance Education School courses for home-based learners of all ages in Canada.
• Grand County School District including an electronic high school where you can earn a diploma entirely via the Internet.
• Indiana University, Bloomington - Division of Extended Studies accredited college and high school courses offered using distance learning, internet, e-mail, video, CD ROM, and correspondence.
• K12 Distance Education Implementation Examples Examples of distance education using the Internet in the K12 arena.
• NAU Star Schools Project quality instruction through distance education technologies. Sponsored by the US Department of Education.
• PCS Edventures! PCS Edventures! Distance Learning is an innovative educational system that makes learning fun by combining the communication tools of the Internet with hands-on projects. Students use LEGOÆ products, ordinary household items, and master software..
• Project DIANE (Diversified Information & Assistance NEtwork) nonprofit video teleconference consortium. Cooperative programs in education, community outreach and economic development are offered.
• Satellite Educational Resources Consortium (SERC) combines resources of state and local departments of education with public broadcasting to design, produce and deliver educational programs.
• SSCOnline Training and Prof Dev Courses SSCOnline is sponsored by School Study Council of Ohio, a consortium of school districts; offers graduate level courses online--special education, gifted, preschool language development, Internet Projects. Credits/University Dayton.
• TEAMS Distance Learning The purpose of TEAMS Distance Learning Home Page is to support and enhance K-12 education by providing educational resources, references, and collaborative projects.
• TEAMS Distance Learning satellite distance learning provider of instruction for the elementary grades. Also providing on-line resources for parents, teachers, and students.
• The Odyssey Academy A state-approved online junior and senior high school where any learner with an internet connection can earn his or her diploma entirely over the world wide web.
• The Self-Reliant Learning Program The Self-Reliant Learning Program is our beginnings of an on-line Cybercampus. Our unique independent learning program grants high school credits to students 17 and over.
• TI-IN Network live, interactive, televised instruction for students, teachers, and school administrators.
• Utah Education Network organization of public and higher education that represents higher, public, and vocational education. Provides educational television, telecourses, and on-line teaching.
• Virginia Satellite Educational Network (VSEN) K-12, advanced placement, foreign language courses, and staff development programs available nationwide.

Distance Education : Universities and Colleges

• American Coastline University offers a wide range of academic degree programs including ministry programs leading to ordination; as well as continuing education, avocations, and upward mobility professional development courses.
• Auburn University participate in quality educational experiences in your own locale and at times that are convenient to you.
• Central State University We offer bachelor, master, and doctoral's degrees by distance learning.
• Christopher Newport University offers a variety of college courses online through dial-up and Internet connections. Students can take full college courses for enjoyment, credit, or towards a four year degree.
• City University
• Concordia University Distance Learning Centre for Continuing Education - Computer Institute in association with Logipac Technologies Inc. offers multimedia online training courses.
• Diversity University, Inc. a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education through on-line services.
• Edmonds Community College
• International University College a university to develop and provide affordable courses, certificates and degrees to individuals world-wide, using electronic technologies.
• Kennedy-Western University offering degrees at undergraduate and graduate level in engineering and non-engineering fields.
• Laramie County Community College
• ME/U Knowledge Online Mind Extension University and Jones Computer Networks. Delivers educational opportunities from 12 universities and colleges.
• Memorial University of Newfoundland
• Mercy College commuter college with campuses in the New York metropolitan area. Also offering distance learning programs.
• Mount Royal College - Physiology Courses Accredited online physiology course, the first of several courses leading to certification in Critical Care Nursing from Mount Royal College.
• Northwestern College Christ-centered college education.
• Ohio University - Independent Study Program over 350 courses are offered for distance learners as correspondence courses and credit by exam. Special projects arranged.
• OnLine Education
• Open University of the Netherlands Dutch distance education.
• Oregon Community College Distance Education Consortium
• Real Education earn credits towards your degree online via the Internet.
• Regina Coeli Academy Catholic class sessions, forums, and libraries available online and through IRC.
• Seattle Central Community College Correspondence Courses
• Sheffield University
• Southwest University
• Texas A&M University
• Troy State University - Distance Learning
• University of Alaska, Fairbanks
• University of Alaska
• University of British Columbia UBC Access Guided Independent Study Catalogue for agricultural, health, and wood science instructional videos from our distance education courses.
• University of Colorado
• University of Houston
• University of Idaho - Engineering Outreach Uses videotape to deliver fully accredited courses in engineering, mathematics, statistics, and psychology to students nationally and internationally.
• University of Iowa Guided Correspondence Study online course catalog with descriptions for courses offered through correspondence study.
• University of Louisville - Distance Education
• University of Minnesota - Distance Education
• University of Missouri - Extension Teaching offers a variety of courses online enabling students worldwide to take full university courses for enjoyment or credit.
• University of North Dakota - Corporate Engineering Degree Program allows adult distance education learners to earn BS engineering degrees via video tapes and on-campus labs.
• University of Phoenix offers continuing education and degree programs to working adults around the world through multiple campuses and the Online Degree Program.
• University of Reno - Independent Study by Correspondence complete courses in math, English, business, foreign languages and more.
• University of South Carolina media-enhanced classrooms, college/high school independent learning (correspondence), satellite delivery.
• University of Southern Queensland
• Virtual Classroom at NJIT

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Revised 1/15/98