Higher Education Through Open and Distance Learning

<p><em>Published in association with the Commonwealth of Learning</em><br>Open and distance learning has expanded dramatically in recent years across the world across the spectrum of subject areas and across educational levels. This book takes a detailed look at the state of the art of open and distance learning in higher education and presents a fascinating picture of a world and its educational culture in transition. <br>This edited collection contains authoritative analyses of key issues together with current accounts of practice in each region of the world. It includes<br>*open and distance learning in relation to internationalisation lifelong learning and flexible learning<br>*costs of distance education <br>*the impact of telecommunications<br>*applications of open and distance learning in Africa the Americas Asia Europe and Oceania.<br>It draws together experts in the field from all over the world and has a truly international perspective on the phenomenon of open and distance learning. Its unparalleled breadth of coverage makes it an indispensable work of reference for experts and newcomers alike.</p>