Planning and Developing Open and Distance Learning A Quality Assurance Approach

This book is aimed at those who are considering, or just starting to plan open and distance learning courses. It offers practical advice on how to find your students, expand your audience and become cost-effective without compromising quality. The main areas covered are: - basic principles and different approaches to ODL - different types of self-study materials, media, and student support from your institution - building quality assurance into the development process With a wide range of practical, tried-and-tested examples and case studies, the book provides a complete guide to setting up ODL courses.Melton, Reginald F. is the author of 'Planning and Developing Open and Distance Learning A Quality Assurance Approach' with ISBN 9780415254816 and ISBN 0415254817.