| History
of Distance
Education |
Advancement in communication technology has helped development of distance education, but intelligence, hard work, and vision of many pioneers have helped real growth of this vital method of education. |
| Overview
of Computer-
Based Distance Education |
In depth overview of some of the related research studies in the field of computer-based distance education. The focus is on the effective digital communication, collaboration, and cognition. |
| Recommendation
for Future Studies
|
The strength and foundation of each field is the knowledge base of the field, which is results of research and investigations in the field. Computer-based distance education is new and there is great needs for additional research studies. |
| New
Generation of learners
|
Internet generation and adult learner will create major challenges for higher education institutions in the 21st century. Knowledge about these two groups can help the development of effective educational programs. |
| Asynchronous Education | Asynchronous education will be a strategical direction for all the higher education institutions in the 21st century. This paper evaluates readiness of higher education institutions in the delivering asynchronous education. |
| Computer-Based Distance Edu. | If asynchronous education is the future, what is the problem? This power point presentation reported some of the research findings in the computer-based distance education and explained some of the main issues in this method of education. |
| Net-Generation/Adult Learners | Internet-Generation and Adult Learners will create major challenges for higher education institutions in the 21st century. This power point presentation was designed and presented in the CUMREC99, San Antonio. |
| References | References to the papers are published in this web site. |