Getting Connected: Online Learning for the EFL [English as a Foreign Language] Professional.

Autor/in	Joffe, Linda S.
Titel	Getting Connected: Online Learning for the EFL [English as a Foreign Language] Professional.
Quelle	(2000), (16 Seiten) PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Beigaben	Tabellen
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Monographie
Schlagwörter	Stellungnahme; Access to Education; Computer Literacy; Computer Mediated Communication; Computer Oriented Programs; Computer Uses in Education; Developed Nations; Developing Nations; Distance Education; Educational Technology; English (Second Language); Foreign Countries; Integrated Learning Systems; Masters Programs; Online Courses; Professional Education; Teacher Education + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Education; Access; Bildung; Zugang; Bildungszugang; Computerkenntnisse; Computerkonferenz; Computerprogramm; Computernutzung; Developed countries; Industriestaat; Industrieland; Developing country; Developing countries; Entwicklungsland; Distance study; Distance learning; Fernunterricht; Unterrichtsmedien; English as second language; English; Second Language; Englisch als Zweitsprache; Ausland; Magister course; Magisterstudiengang; Online course; Online-Kurs; Berufsausbildung; Lehrerausbildung; Lehrerbildung
Abstract	Distance learning is not a new phenomenon; online learning is, however, a new, exciting form of distance education. As with all novel ideas, online learning has vehement opponents and supporters, but it is an inevitable step in university instruction. Many online degree and certificate programs are currently available. Adversaries of online learning suggest that the loss of physical interaction will lead to less learning taking place. Another fear is an increased dropout rate due to the lack of self-motivation and time-management skills. An additional concern is that inadequate computer/Internet access renders programs useless. Instructors in traditional universities wish education to continue to be traditional. For the English as a foreign language (EFL) professional, however, an online MA TESOL program negates the arguments discussed and offers additional benefits not found in a traditional university. Time and distance are no longer obstacles to learning. Ideas, questions, and individual discoveries are not restricted to a fixed contact time. Online learning gives students these two educations: in the particular subject matter and in computer skills. Online learning allows for a virtual classroom of students from around the globe who can offer relevant insights into myriad cultures. Unfortunately, for the EFL professional (one of the most relevant candidates for this type of education mode) no such online degree exists. (Contains 22 references.) (YLB)
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2004/1/01