Distance Education is the use of technology to provide instruction to students who desire to learn outside the regular classroom by offering greater flexibility and scheduling options. There are two types of Distance Education (DEd) courses: hybrid and online. A hybrid course is one in which 50%-99% of instruction is delivered in a structured alternative delivery format. An online course is one in which students and teacher interact 100% of the time online through Blackboard. Calhoun identifies a hybrid course with an ‘HC' and an online course with a ‘W.' Both hybrid and online DEd courses require reliable and current computer and internet access. Additionally, DEd courses require computer literacy and reading comprehension skills, as well as self-discipline and motivation. Students register for Distance Education courses in the same way they register for traditional courses. Click
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