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Vol. 6, #3 April 2003
ISSN #1099-4262
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IN OUR 56th ISSUE:
Feature Article:
Distance Learning Graduate Degrees:
Are They Really Any Good?
Surveys Say YES!
New Online Programs:
Accredited Colleges & Universities
Continuing Education & Training
Online Learning Hot Spots
Conferences & Calls for Papers
Jobs & Business Opportunities
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FEATURE ARTICLE
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Distance Learning Graduate Degrees: Are They Really Any Good?
Surveys Say YES
© 2003 by Vicky Phillips, CEO
GetEducated.com, LLC
In 1989, when GetEducated.com, LLC, began tracking accredited distance degrees,
5 distance MBAs were available to the public. Today, GetEducated.com's free
guidebook, Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools, Business and Management
2003, profiles 103 accredited distance MBAs. The MBA is by far the most popular
degree offered in distance format in the USA.
Two independent research studies have compared distance MBA students to their
residential peers. Both studies have found more similarities than differences
between groups in learner satisfaction and educational outcomes.
Researchers at Colorado State's AACSB-accredited business school compared
distance students to their campus counterparts and to executive MBA cohort
students on 12 specific competencies. Since all groups took virtually the same
curriculum, with many having the same instructors, with the same
AACSB-accredited degree awarded at conclusion, the school sought to determine
if delivery method alone made any significant difference. All students were
being awarded the same degree, but were they all really receiving the same
education?
CONTINUED …Read the entire article in the April 2003 Virtual University Gazette
online at http://www.geteducated.com/vugaz.htm.
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Accredited Universities
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Announcements of new distance learning university programs at accredited
universities.
Northcentral University Receives Regional Accreditation
Offers Business and Psychology Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorates
http://www.ncu.edu
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Northcentral University in Prescott Arizona has received regional accredition
from the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central
Association. NCU is an entirely 100% distance learning university offering
online bachelors, masters and PhD degrees in business administration and
psychology. Absolutely no classroom or off-site attendance is required to earn
a regionally accredited degree from NCU.
Robert Gordon University
Online Master of Arts Degree Course
Higher Education Learning and Teaching at
http://www.rgu.ac.uk/celt/learning/page.cfm?pge=5681
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Robert Gordon University (Scotland) has developed an integrated
PGcert/PGDiploma/Masters of Art Higher Education Learning and Teaching course.
The course is offered on a part-time basis and can be accessed via conventional
distance learning mode or online. This course, which has professional
recognition from both the Institute for Learning & Teaching in Higher Education
(ILTHE) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)/NHS Education for Scotland
(NES), is designed to meet the needs of people who have started teaching in
higher education or who intend to do so in the future. It will also be relevant
to those in related fields, such as business training and further education. It
places a strong emphasis on practical application. RGU's Virtual Campus offers
participants the opportunity to interact with other course participants and
staff at the Robert Gordon University. For practising teachers in higher
education, support and mentoring are also provided within the workplace. For
Nurses, Midwives & Health Visitors who wish to access the course with a view to
recording their qualification either as a lecturer or practice educator with
the United Kingdom Nursing and Midwifery Council, they must have a current
registration on the appropriate part of the professional register, have
appropriate length of practice experience and acquired additional professional
knowledge at no less than first degree level.
Stanford University-Singapore Alliance: Distance Graduate Education Addresses
Global Environmental Engineering Challenges
http://scpd.stanford.edu
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Officials at Stanford and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore
have signed an agreement to bring Stanford`s expertise in environmental
engineering to Asia via collaborative teaching and research. The effort uses
distance learning to address some of the world`s toughest environmental
challenges, such as clean water and industrial contaminants. The partnership is
a joint effort of faculty at Stanford`s Department of Civil and Environmental
Engineering and NTU`s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Based in
Singapore, but spending up to 25 percent of their time at Stanford, SSP
students will interact closely with Stanford students and faculty in the
classroom and the lab. The Stanford Center for Professional Development (SCPD)
will coordinate the program`s distance-learning components, which will allow
SSP students in Singapore to take Stanford classes with real-time interactions
among the SSP students, their Stanford counterparts and Stanford faculty.
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University of Southern California
School of Engineering Distance Education
14 Engineering & Allied Master's Degree
http://den.usc.edu
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The USC School of Engineering is ranked #8 in the nation by U.S. News and World
Report. USC's Distance Education Network is dedicated to enabling full-time
working professional engineers to obtain their graduate degrees. USC offers 14+
M.S. degrees ENTIRELY from a distance (Internet-delivery) including Aerospace
Engineering (Astronautics), Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber
Security, Computational Fluid & Solid Mechanics, Dynamics & Control, Electrical
Engineering, Engineering Management, Integrated Media Systems, Mechanical
Engineering, Product Development Engineering, and Systems Architecture &
Engineering. USC DEN is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools
and Colleges. Please call (213) 821-0413 with any questions. E-Mail:
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Professional Education & Training
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UCLA Extension New Seminar:
Understanding Instructional Technology: An Introductory Workshop
http://www.uclaextension.org
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For most institutions of learning, technology has become an integral part of
instruction. Computers are used to prepare course materials; research current
trends; communicate with students, instructors, and professionals; and perform
many other tasks associated with course development and delivery. The skills,
products, and tools used in instructional technology can intimidate the
non-technical educator. This workshop provides a clear and concise overview of
instructional technology that is organized and delivered in a simple and
non-intimidating way. The course format features a Saturday classroom workshop
followed by an intensive week-long online session where participants gain a
general understanding of concepts, technologies, and applications for research
and planning, problem solving, curriculum development, document and media
production, content publishing and delivery, communication/collaboration, and
hybrid and online instruction. No Textbook Required. (Part one of a three
workshop series.) Charles G. Hollins, BSCIS, Principal, Applied Internet
Technology. For more information, please contact Helen Williams,
hwil...@unex.ucla.edu
or phone 310-825-7729. Meeting: Extension Lindbrook Center, 10920 Lindbrook
Drive, Westwood Village, Los Angeles, CA; Saturday, 9am-4pm, April 26, 2003.
Online Session: April 28 - May 2, Fee: $215.
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Online Learning Hot Spots
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Places to go to learn more about distance education.
What Makes for Quality Online Ed?
April issue of Sloan-C View, Perspectives in Quality Online Education.
http://www.sloan-c.org/publications/view/index.asp
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--Two worlds of online learning have developed along parallel but separate
paths. How can higher online education and corporate elearning benefit
from each other's knowledge?
--There is a strong relationship between student satisfaction with
distance education and their SAT score. Why?
--How cost effective is online learning? Find out by joining with your
peers for the "Third Thursdays" online seminar, led by an expert in the
field.
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Conferences, Papers & Research Calls
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Simon Fraser University, Summer Institute on eLearning in Higher Education,
British Columbia, Canada
http://www.sfu.ca/lidc/institute2003/index.html
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Building on the success of last year's event, the Learning and Instructional
Development Centre at Simon Fraser University is holding its 2nd Annual Summer
Institute on eLearning in Higher Education, June 16-20, 2003 in Vancouver,
British Columbia. An international audience attended Summer Institute 2002 with
participants from Canada, the USA, and as far away as Brazil and Indonesia.
"Distance Learning: Pioneering the Future"
American Association for Collegiate Independent Study (AACIS)
11th Annual Conference, October 23-25, 2003, Call for Proposals
http://www.aacis.org
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We invite you to submit a proposal for presentation at the 11th Annual American
Association for Collegiate Independent Study (AACIS) conference to be held
October 2325, 2002 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The conference will be hosted
by Dakota State University and North Dakota Division of Independent Study.
AACIS is a young, vibrant organization of independent study and distance
learning professionals. This annual conference provides opportunities for
participants to share insights and experiences with their peers, fellow
administrators, curriculum developers, faculty members, student services
personnel, support staff, and others. We encourage proposals on topics related
to the areas of research and assessment, operations and student services,
curriculum development, editing, marketing, and administration. Presentations
may be made by individuals or groups, and may use a variety of formats
(lecture, panel discussion, group interaction). For more information about the
organization and the conference, see the AACIS website. Contact: David Brigham,
Program Chair, Excelsior College; Email: Da...@excelsior.edu; Phone:
518.464.8577.
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JOBS & BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
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Jobs and career opportunities related to adult educational technology and
online and distance learning. Postings are FREE to individuals. Companies place
ads at the rate of $75 per ad per month. E-mail job announcements to the
Virtual University Gazette at gaz...@geteducated.com with "JOBS" in the e-mail
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Talent Available - Seeking Work
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This section is for individuals seeking positions in online education or
training. JOB postings are FREE to INDIVIDUALS.
Online Instructor Education and English
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I am available to design and teach online in the area of English and Education.
I have a Master's of Education with a concentration in online teaching and
learning from Cal State-Hayward as well as 19 graduate credits in English. I
particularly love to teach writing and have a passion for teacher training. I
also have experience with instructional design for a community college and
understand the importance of pedagogical considerations in online course
design. I am comfortable working with the new student or the seasoned
professor. Please contact me at lar...@bellsouth.net. (4)
History and Political Science Online
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PhD candidate with MS in Political Science seeks history or PS courses.
Classroom experience in American Government and International Relations.
Contact ProfP...@aol.com. (4)
Online Office Technology Instructor Online
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Available to teach part time or full time classes on office technology courses
(such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Windows, Introduction to the Internet,
Business English, Business Communications, and Office Procedures). I have a
masters in business administration. I also have a BA in Administrative Office
Management. Currently teaching at Brookhaven College. E-Mail:
ok...@hotmail.com. (4)
Online Instructor - Multiple Areas
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My name is Donald F. Logsdon Jr., Ph.D. I have been teaching both onsite and
online for over 33 years. I currently teach online for seven different academic
programs, and have completed six different online instructor programs. I have
completed eleven master's degrees and a doctorate. I teach natural science,
social science (including psychology), education, business/managment,
humanities and communication courses, both at the undergraduate and graduate
level. I am constantly looking for new online teaching opportunities, since I
really enjoy working in this environment. I can be reached at
logs...@hotmail.com. Resume and references available upon request. (4)
Business Online
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I am interested in teaching business courses online. I have a BA in Economics &
Mathematics (Minn., USA), MBA (INSEAD, France), M.Sc. in Management Science
(Cranfield, UK) and two yrs of doctoral studies (Lancaster, UK). Experience:
Six yrs of undergraduate business teaching, 14 yrs as CEO, 5 yrs of
entrepreneurial and consulting experience. E-mail: pkp...@aias.gr. (4)
Online Educator/Course Developer - Psychology, Sociology, Religious Studies,
Humanities, Counseling, Philosophy, and History
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I am in quest for Online courses in the above disciplines - development and/or
instruction. I have over 20+ years of teaching experience and over 7+ in Online
Education as a student, course developer, and instructor. I have a Professional
Certificate in Instructional Design for Online Learning. I am very familiar
with WebCT, eCollege and Blackboard (Systems Administrator Level). I am
involved in publications and presentations reference Online Students/Learners.
For resume and curriculum vitae, please contact Loyd Ray Ganey, Jr., Ph.D. at
drg...@earthlink.net or (520) 458-7967. (4)
Distance Learning Position in Mathematics
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I have 18 years teaching experience, with over 18 graduate credit hours in the
area of mathematics as well as New York and Florida State Eligibility in
Mathematics and Educational Leadership. I have experience teaching
Mathematics, Strategies to Success, and Statistics at the postsecondary
education level. I am currently an active adjunct professor at Florida
Metropolitian University, Herzing College, and Valencia Community College.
Additionally I have taught in the New York City Public School system for
fifteen years. Seeking freelance, contract, or permanent positions in virtual
education or training through adult educational technology and online and
distance learning. Email erica...@hotmail.com. Thanks! (5)
Online Instructor
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Full-time law enforcement professional with Master's degree in Education and
undergraduate degrees in psychology and criminal justice seeks position
teaching as an online instructor. I have experience teaching online and am
seeking to broaden my opportunities in this exciting and growing field. Email:
Jeff...@aol.com. (5)
Online Instructor - Business/IS
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My name is Charles Petrillose. My undergraduate BS is in Marketing and MBA is
in the Business/IS track, both at CSU - Fresno, California.
I am looking for an on-line instructor challenge in Business or IS. The
On-Line course that I have helped design and instruct is "Fundamentals of
Marketing." I have lectured in several Marketing and Management courses in
various colleges. I also enjoy instructing in information systems courses for
MS Office software and courses in Computer Fundamentals. As an adjunct
instructor, I have 7 years continuous experience as a freeway flyer and enjoy
the student exchange of ideas in every course. Email: mark...@attbi.com. (5)
Business, Health Administration
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Available to teach online in all programs at any level in business, health and
public administration. Ph.D in Health Administration and 30 years CEO
experience for all types of health providers. Taught online for 10 years.
Contact executive...@yahoo.com. (5)
Online Instructor
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Experienced online and classroom instructor with a master's degree in Secondary
Education and an undergraduate degree in English. Proficient in teaching
business communication, secondary teaching methods, curriculum design and
development, and history. Curriculum Manager for a graduate education program.
Send email to joc...@attbi.com. (6)
MBA Instructor/Director
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Currently looking for a full time instructor position in the Chicago area or
online teaching. I have an MBA degree and have been teaching MBA courses to
adult professionals for five years. In addition, I was an MBA Program Director.
Effective motivator and leader with teaching experience, research projects, and
professional activities. Solid experience in the business community as a Sales
and Marketing Director for electronic components. Currently a doctoral
candidate for Instructional Technology and Distance Education. Contact: John A.
Heinemann at jhei...@attbi.com. (6)
Law/Government/Political Science Distance Learning Instructor
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Licensed attorney, J.D., B.A. in Political Science. I have taught traditional
courses for ten years and distance learning courses for five years. Coursework
experience includes all subjects traditional to legal curriculum, American
Government and Political Science. Proficient in Blackboard. I am seeking
additional web-based course employment in these areas. Please contact Patti
Thornhill, pthor...@cox.net. (6)
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This section is for job openings. Postings cost $75 per listing per month and
reach more than 30,000 e-learning professionals and students each month. Submit
job announcements to the Virtual University Gazette, gaz...@geteducated.com,
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Distance Education and Technology,
The University of British Columbia, Course Designer/Developer
http://www2.cstudies.ubc.ca/~bullen/positions/course.html
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Distance Education & Technology works in collaboration with
with UBC faculties and departments to develop and deliver
programs, courses and learning materials for learners who
want more flexible access to courses and programs at UBC.
The division has a staff of 29 and three core areas: course development,
learner support and research. The course designer/developer will provide
leadership in the application of educational technology and research to the
design and development of distance education and distributed learning courses
and other educational materials. Develops and manages distance education and
distributed learning projects from proposal, through actualization. See website
for complete details and qualifications.
Marist College
Director of Academic Technology and E-learning
http://www.marist.edu
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Marist College is a liberal arts institution and a leader in using technology
to support teaching excellence. We are searching for a Director of Academic
Technology and E-learning to support our academic technology activities.
Reporting to the CIO, the individual in this position will be part of a team of
professionals who support Information Technology and Academic Technology at the
College. The individual we are seeking will have at least five or more years of
experience in managing technology resources, working with faculty, to integrate
technology into the classroom, investigating and evaluating hardware and
software solutions, managing and supporting elearning initiatives and online
courses, developing and managing multimedia initiatives. Excellent written,
oral, and interpersonal communication skills required. A Bachelor's degree in
Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required with a
Master's degree preferred. Submit a cover letter and resume with the names of
five professional references to Eva Jackson, Assistant Director of Human
Resources, MPO-905/CHE, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-1387.
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