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Title:
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EXPLORING NEWER TECHNOLOGIES IN DISTANCE LEARNING
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Author:
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Dr. Ram Mehar
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Keywords:
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Print Technology, Web Technology, Audio Conferencing, New Technologies.
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Abstract:
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Education plays significant role in shaping the life of an individual and building a knowledge society. Disseminating knowledge among masses is major concern for teachers and policy makers over the years. It is particularly a challenge when it comes to the distance mode of education. Trained teachers helps in better management of education and delivery of knowledge. Teacher training programs aimed at skill development, curriculum transaction, evaluation, behavior modification through regular feedback. Teacher training program are concerned with development of the skill of human management, content delivery and evaluation of achievement of curriculum objectives. The technology helps teachers in utilizing modern accessories in their teachings to inculcate suitable skills and competencies among the students. Educational technology has changed the curriculum transaction drastically with the application of modern day gadgets and e- resources. Technology can motivate the students by gaining their attention and supporting their manual operations during high level learning. Technology can illustrate real world relevance through high level learning and engaging students through productive work. Educational technology can have software which supports instruction, production and administration. Technology can help students learn and sharpen their informational skills. The application of technology has many issues to ponder over such as societal, educational, cultural, equity, legal and ethical. New technology offers many opportunities and challenges before the teacher and the learner. It assists in building flexible learning environment, adaptable assessment option and supports people with disabilities to harness their skill and utilize their talent. Recent advancements in the technology and easy availability of gadgets have offered abundant opportunities to utilize them in the distance environment.
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