Distance Learning Methods and

Ways of Execution

SMSgt Bill Cunningham

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VERMONT AIR NATIONAL GUARD

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Distance Learning Methods
and Ways of Execution
 Types of Distance Learning
 Highlight some advantages and
disadvantages
 Discuss blending ADL with
traditional instruction
 ADL methods

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 Applying Distance Learning
 Knowledge objectives
 Performance objectives (practice away
from work)
 Lower levels of learning (Knowledge
and Comprehension)
 Establishing baseline among students

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Paper
 Low tech.
 No special equipment
 Negative stereotype (books = old info)
 Reliable
 No special equipment to read
 Students can lose their copy (no control)
 Cost
 Low tech. means low cost
 Difficult to recall out of date material

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Audio and Video
 Two types
 Synchronous (teleconference,
broadcasts)
 Phone network or broadcast equipment
 Asynchronous (tapes)
 Players are cheap
 Production can be expensive

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Computer Based Training
(CBT)
 Resides on the computer
 Student needs access
 Student testing has to be managed
 External testing mechanism
 Electronic certificate

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Computer Based Training
(CBT)
 Cheap to distribute
 Version control a challenge
 Can be downloaded
 Any time
 Any where

 Just in time training

 enhances mission accomplishments
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Web Based Training (WBT)
Hosted on Learning Management System
 Student progress is controlled
 Testing is managed
 Students need access
 Computer
 Connected to the network

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Web Based Training (WBT)
 The future of ADL
 Learning Management Systems (LMS)
 Control
 Record keeping
 Version control is easy
 SCORM advantages
 Modular course construction
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 Advanced Distributive
Learning
 A 1997 initiative to standardize and
modernize training and education
delivery and management
 Provide access to high quality learning
 Tailored to individual needs
 Delivered cost effectively where and when
the student needs training

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ADL Learners
 Interact by answering questions;
Greater Comprehension

 Assignments are completed and

uploaded to the LMS

 Progress is facilitated by an Instructor

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Blending ADL and the
Classroom
 LMS - traditional tools
 Real time chat
 Discussion forums

 Track attendance and participation

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Blending ADL and the
Classroom
 ADL - the leveling tool
 Instructor starts where ADL leaves off
 Instructor can verify ADL performance
 Students
 ADL Course
 Takes advantage of the knowledge
baseline
 Maximizes training efficiency
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Web Based Training
Student’s Resources

List Student’s Courses

Course Information
News
Helpful Resources

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Web Based Training

Students can navigate to

their courses

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Web Based Training
Students can navigate inside
their course

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 Easy navigation

Page design is easy on the eyes

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Students access tests through the
Learning Management System (LMS)

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Grades are viewed and tracked by the
instructors

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Progress can be tracked by the student

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Messages to students can be
delivered via the LMS

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Discussion threads

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Biography’s, get to know your
classmates, 1st assignment

Assignments

News articles

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 I am shown the correct
answer

Feedback is simple but clear

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Summary
 Types of Distance Learning
 Highlight some advantages and
disadvantages
 Discuss blending ADL with
traditional instruction
 ADL methods

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