Distance Education and Human Resource Development: An Empirical Review

Distance education has been justified by many researchers to augment the development of human resources. This paper aimed find out extent which distance contributes resource around globe. The uniqueness this study stem from its focus on bringing together one platform differing empirical findings and development. sought synthesize various studies focusing degree influence rationale for approach was make it easier decision makers practitioners interested in such information have unfettered access varieties opinion inform strategic making. explored that examined relationship between In all, 94 articles were consulted, however, 63 analyzed qualitatively, using thematic analysis. These considered eligible based their relevance fact they written English Language. review found contribution areas improved educational professional capabilities individuals, increased employability, income, standards living reduced marginalization. did not any national policy framework geared towards funding education. implication is government nations established as an alternative mode providing higher should a matter importance establishment implementation policies addressing issues funding, technological innovation efficient running