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The McGraw-Hill handbook of distance learning
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New York : McGraw-Hill, 1999
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9780070120280

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This text outlines how to get started using distance learning technologies such as videoconferencing and online multi-media training modules. It shows how to obtain management support for distance learning, how to decide which technologies to use and how much they cost to implement and operate.


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Successful distancelearning programs don't just happen; they're the result of thoughtfuland informed planning and implementation
The McGraw-Hill Handbook ofDistance Learning is a comprehensive reference guide to the complexissues involved in planning and implementing a distance learningprogram for your organization
Whether you are responsible forconvincing management to fund a distance learning pilot program,implementing a complete distance learning solution, or helpingtrainers and users adapt to a new distance learning system, theHandbook will be your best advisor
Written by practicing experts inthe field, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of Distance Learning offers acomprehensive answer to the question of how to bring distance learningto your organization
The Handbook will teach you step-by-step how to:cut your training costs significantly; determine your needs up front;make sound decisions about which competing technology to adopt; designeffective distance learning and supporting materials; keep the focuson training content and quality, not on the technology delivering it;create a cross-functional team for recommending the best approach todistance learning for your organization; assess the costs involved andget financial backing from management; adapt existing programs to adistance learning format; effectively use videoconferencing,audio-conferencing, the Internet, etc.; plan and design distancelearning facilities
If your organization is ready to implementdistance learning, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of Distance Learning isthe resource you need to make it happen