The role of organization of study in distance learning
Published:
Dec 21, 2017
Keywords:
organization of study distance education critical thinking autonomy self-regulation
Abstract
In the present study, the importance of study organizing in a distance learning environment and its connection with the autonomy and self-regulation of distance students, as well as the need for critical thinking as a prerequisite for organizing study, is presented. Firstly, skills are presented as tools of the learning pathway, that a trainee must have, which are at the same time the structural elements of critical thinking. In addition, suggestions from educational organizations and universities regarding the organization of the study, as well as its methods and strategies, are following. The importance of organizing study as the main pillar of the learning process, both in distance and conventional learning, arises, and the literature review shows that universities offering distance learning pay particular attention to critical thinking, autonomy and self-regulation of learners in relation to their learning outcomes and achievement of their goals. Finally, digital tools and methods of study organizing, are indicatively presented.
The purpose of the article is to present the role of the organization of study as the main pillar of how learners learn in distance education environment.
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