Distance Learning at University From A Lifelong Learning Perspective

Distance Learning at University From A Lifelong Learning Perspective

The paper discusses the importance of distance learning within university education. This issue stems from lifelong learning perspective, relating to social factors as emigration, demographic situation and competitiveness in the labour market. Distance learning is one of the possible solutions to acquire education to working people or those who live in remote locations. The main focus of our re...

Managing Distance and Lifelong Learning

Value development at Online Distance Learning university

The paper covers different interpretations of Online Distance Learning (ODL) organization and explanation of current managerial theories that have impact on its development. In the paper, two research methods have been applied i.e. case studies and literature interpretation. First, author presents case studies and delivers characteristics of the four case studies of ODL institutions project dev...

Literacy and Numeracy from a Lifelong Learning Perspective

SDG Target 4.6 requires that by 2030 Member States ‘ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy’ (WEF, 2016, p. 46). The principles, strategies and actions for this target are ‘underpinned by a contemporary understanding of literacy not as a simple dichotomy of “literate” versus “illiterate”, but as a continuum of proficiency l...

Assessing Learning Styles among Students with and without Learning Disabilities at a Distance-learning University

Differences in the learning styles of students with and without learning disabilities (LD) at a distance-learning university were examined. Two hundred and twelve students answered self-report questionnaires on their learning styles. Results revealed that students with LD preferred to use more stepwise processing, including memorizing and drilling, than NLD students. In addition, students with ...