Effectiveness Of Distance Education Research Articles

Creating a Battery of Subtests to Measure Students' Skills in Technical Education

The study presents the design and creation of skill subtests battery. Before implementing the pedagogical experiment, the skill pretest and relevant subtests (PT1 to PT8) tested the psychomotor skills of students. There were two groups of students - the control group and the experimental group. Each group consisted of 10 students making 20 students overall. As part of the experiment, there was an effort to equalize the control and experimental groups. The results of the Mann-Whitney test showed statistically significant differences in the pretests in four subtests (PT1, PT2, PT3, PT8) between the control and the experimental group. The results of the pretests determine the students' skills before the implementation of the experiment. The experiment deals with the impact of the proposed distance education program on the quality and effectiveness of distance education. It aims to confirm the assumption formulated in hypothesis H1- the program will enhance the quality of teaching robotics, reflected in better skill posttest results. The study emphasizes the importance of technical education. It provides an objective assessment of students' skills and can facilitate planning the educational process.

Stress levels of science teachers when delivering distance education instruction in a state college during the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically reshaped education worldwide, compelling institutions to rapidly adopt distance education models. Among those most affected are science educators, who face unique challenges in transitioning traditional classroom instruction to virtual platforms. Understanding the stressors experienced by science teachers during this shift is crucial not only for their well-being but also for the effectiveness of educational delivery. This study aims to investigate the stress levels and sources of stress experienced by science teachers at Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) during the shift to distance education. The specific objectives were to determine the overall stress levels, identify the least stressful pre-identified causes of stress, compare the significance of different categories of stressors, and develop an intervention program based on the findings. A descriptive comparative research design with a quantitative approach was used, involving a purposive sample of 45 science teachers. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, which included sections on demographic information, perceived stress levels, and specific stressors related to professional skills, technical skills, work-home conflict, and support systems. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and one-way ANOVA. The results indicated that science teachers experienced moderate to high levels of stress, with professional and technical skills being the most prominent stressors. Support systems, although somewhat helpful, still contributed to the overall stress levels. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to alleviate these stressors, such as professional development programs, enhanced support systems, and policies addressing work-home conflict. In conclusion, this study underscores the importance of addressing the specific stressors identified to improve the well-being of science teachers and the effectiveness of distance education. Further research is recommended to develop and evaluate interventions aimed at reducing teacher stress, enhancing teaching effectiveness, and understanding the long-term impact of these interventions in digital environments.

Enhanced learning engagement through teaching presence in online distance education

Distance education offers flexibility, affordability, and accessibility. However, it poses challenges such as learner isolation, limited interaction, reduced motivation, and low learning engagement. This study examines how the mediating effects of teaching presence can increase online learning engagement in distance education. A survey was conducted to test the mediating role of teaching presence on online self-regulation, interaction, and learning engagement among 853 undergraduate distance students from four institutions of higher learning and various distance courses in Zambia. The results indicate that teaching presence has a direct positive and significant effect on learning engagement, and an indirect positive and significant influence through self-regulation and online interaction. This highlights the importance of teaching presence in improving the quality and effectiveness of distance education. This study recommends enhancing, supporting, and promoting the teaching presence in distance education.

Enhancing online learning quality through digital сompetencies of students

In the era of post-pandemic digitalisation, students' digital skills are increasingly vital for enhancing the quality of online learning. This article aims to analyse the influence of digital competence on the effectiveness of distance education and explores its future development. This article aims to analyse the impact of digital competence on the effectiveness of distance learning and its development prospects. The research aims to study modern approaches to forming students' digital competencies and their impact on the quality of the educational process. The methodology includes scenario analysis of the growth in online students, systematisation of critical skills, and evaluation of the online learning market. The article examines technical skills, digital literacy, critical thinking, self-regulation, and time management. The research results highlight the importance of integrating digital skills into educational programs, which enhances learning effectiveness and prepares students for the modern labour market. A promising direction is the development of innovative educational approaches that consider the rapid development of technologies and the requirements of the digital economy. The obtained results indicate the necessity of investing in the development of digital competencies among both students and teachers.

Distance Education through the Perspective of Students of Anesthetic Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Medical Imaging Technician Programs

Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the distance education process through the perspective of associate degree programs and to identify crucial issues for potential future pandemics. Methods: The study group (n=166) consisted of associate degree students of the Anesthetic Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Medical Imaging Technician Programs. Data were collected through an electronic questionnaire regarding main headings: 'Theoretical Courses, Practical Courses, and Professional Development', 'Course Participation and Motivation', 'Measurement and Evaluation', and 'Student Suggestions for Distance Education'. Questions and statements were scored by 5-point Likert. Results: When the effects of distance education ‘on the level of internalization of the profession’ and ‘on the effect on professional competencies’ were assessed, the scores of Medical Imaging Technician Program students were lower than the scores of Anesthetic Technician Program students and Emergency Medical Technician Program students (p

A Practical Exploration of Distance Education Serving Rural Governance--Take the Open University as an Example

Rural governance is the key link and the "last mile" in the framework of social governance system. UNESCO pays full attention to lifelong learning, to which distance education is an important means. Based on the deep exploration of the open university in the field of improving rural governance capacity for years, this paper analyzes the relationship and promotion between the two concepts of "distance education" and "rural governance" from two levels: theoretical guidance and practical exploration. It demonstrates the significance and effectiveness of distance education in serving rural governance by means of conceptual analysis, comparative analysis, and case analysis. the results show that distance education can play an irreplaceable role in improving the efficiency of rural governance thanks to its advantages of advanced information technology, flexible school-running system, and convenient implementation path.

Regional features of Ukrainian higher education in wartime conditions

Purpose. To describe the regional organizational features of educational services proposed by higher educational institutions (HEIs) of Ukraine in wartime. Methodology. Normative documents regulating the educational process in Ukraine in wartime conditions were analyzed. Observations, interviews, online surveys, and questionnaires followed by mathematical and statistical analysis constituted the empirical basis of the research. The selection of respondents was carried out in HEIs which are not located in the zones of active hostilities or in the immediate vicinity of them. Findings. Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, students of higher education have had problems of an infrastructural, institutional, and personal nature. Mixed training has become the optimal form of training for HEIs which are not located in the zones of active hostilities or in the immediate vicinity of them. To ensure continuous learning, higher education institutions should offer students flexible options for education; establish communication between students and experienced and qualified teachers; guarantee access to relevant educational materials; create online learning platforms; provide students with mental health support; cooperate with other universities and educational establishments; and make any necessary adjustments to programs and services. For mixed learning formats, it is best to apply the following educational technologies: online learning platforms; virtual classrooms for lectures and group discussions; video conferencing tools; digital libraries; mobile learning software; and messengers. Originality. Access to high-quality educational opportunities in higher education institutions in the conditions of war in Ukraine requires the introduction of flexible forms of education. Mixed training will be effective in certain regions of the country under acceptable safety conditions. Practical value. Assessment of access for higher education learners to educational resources and technologies in the conditions of war in Ukraine has been performed. The effectiveness of distance education has been studied. Strategies have been developed to solve the problem of ensuring the continuity of education in active combat zones or in the immediate vicinity of them.

Teachers' Viewpoints about the Effectiveness of Distance Education on Kindergarten Children's Developmental Skills during the Pandemic

Teachers' Viewpoints about the Effectiveness of Distance Education on Kindergarten Children's Developmental Skills during the Pandemic

Learning Strategies and Effects of Distance Education in China

Learning Strategies and Effects of Distance Education in China

The Relationship between Engagement, Motivation, Cognitive Process, Student Satisfaction, and Effectiveness of Distance Education among a Higher Education University's Students

The Relationship between Engagement, Motivation, Cognitive Process, Student Satisfaction, and Effectiveness of Distance Education among a Higher Education University's Students

Effect of Distance Education (Telenursing) on Reducing the Anxiety of Prostate Cancer Patients after Chemotherapy: A Semi-experimental Study

Background and Objective: Educational programs can help improve the health status of cancer patients. Accordingly, the present study aimed to assess the impact of telenursing on the reduction of anxiety in prostate cancer patients after chemotherapy. Materials and Methods: This semi-experimental study was conducted using the available sampling method in 2022 on 60 people (30 people in each group) from prostate cancer patients referred to Shahid Mostafa Khomeini Hospital in Ilam, Iran. After random assignment, the control group received routine treatments, and the intervention group received telephone follow-up in addition to routine treatments for 12 weeks (twice in the first six weeks and once in the second six weeks). Data collection tools were Beck's demographic information and anxiety questionnaire, and the data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics (paired and independent t-test and Chi-square) in SPSS software (version 20). Results: The mean anxiety scores between the intervention and control groups before the intervention were not statistically significant (P≥0.05). However, after the implementation of the intervention, this difference became significant so that the amount of anxiety decreased in the intervention group (P≤0.05). Conclusion: Telephone training and follow-up effectively reduce the anxiety of prostate cancer patients. This method is recommended to be performed by nurses for cancer patients.

Effectiveness of Distance Education During Covid-19 at Higher Education Level: Perceptions of Students

In the present era of information technology, distance education or online education has been referred to as the method of content dissemination and quick learning technique. Distance education is a key component of education in the 21st century. The birthplace of distance education is the United States of America (USA) and then expanded over worldwide after 1998. The main purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of distance education during COVID-19 at higher education and perceptions of students. This research was conducted to achieve objectives which were: to study the students’ perceptions of effectiveness about distance education during the outbreak of COVID-19 at the higher education, to find out the effect on students perceptions about effectiveness of distance education during the outbreak of COVID-19 at the higher education, and to determine different problems faced by students of distance education during the outbreak of COVID-19 at higher education. The quantitative research approach was used to analyze this research study and the population of the study was comprised of 153 students of BS level Spring Semester 2020 at Faculty of Social Sciences, National University of Modern Languages Islamabad. The sample has been collected through Universal Sampling techniques. Closed-ended five points Likert Scale questionnaire was used to collect data from the selected population. The reliability of the instruments was checked through Cronbach's Alpha which was 0.81. Data were collected through online Google survey forms. Collected data were analyzed through specific statistical software, IBM-SPSS (Version 23). The Frequency and Percentage techniques were used to analyze the data. The results were obtained in the form of tables. The final results showed that respondents had positive perceptions about distance education and it may be continue, respondents indicated the issue of non-availability of distance learning resources and gadgets and these may be provided. Poor internet connection, load shedding, lack of social interactions during distance learning and health risks were also identified in the finding and these may be countered by proper planning and training

Students and Teachers’ Attitudes towards the effectiveness of Distance Education during Covid-19 Pandemic: Egypt and Morocco as case study

Within a few years, the distance education platforms have emerged to attain a valuable presence in higher education institutions especially during Coronavirus. During the pandemic most of the countries declared a state of emergency which resulted in the suspension of face to face learning in all the educational institutions. Universities around the world were obliged to shift from traditional classrooms to virtual ones using different tools and technologies. This study aims at investigating the effectiveness of distance education through highlighting the attitudes of both students and teachers. To draw logical conclusions about the effectiveness of distance education in Morocco and Egypt, two major approaches are used qualitatively that took the form of online interviews with university teachers to detect their attitudes towards distance learning. Also, a quantitative that took the shape of a questionnaire to evaluate the experience of students with distance education during the pandemic in both countries.

“COVID-19 DÖNEMİ UZAKTAN EĞİTİM” KONULU ÇALIŞMALAR: BİR İÇERİK ANALİZİ

The aim of this study was to analyze the studies on distance education in the COVID-19 period. Qualitative research type was adopted in the study and document analysis method was used.100 articles published in the relevant field were analyzed by the content analysis method within the scope of the study. The trends of the relevant studies in terms of their demographic characteristics, methods, sample characteristics, aims, findings, keywords, and tools used in distance education were analyzed. According to the findings obtained from the study, the majority of the articles consisted of those conducted in Turkey, Indonesia, and the United States. The most frequently used sample type in articles was students, followed by teachers. Students, primarily from higher education institutions, participated in most of the studies. The vast majority of the studies were carried out with participants at the Faculty of Education. Qualitative research was used most frequently in the articles, followed by quantitative research. In addition, statistical analysis, content analysis, and descriptive analysis were also widely preferred. Evaluation of the distance education process, due diligence, determination of the opinions and challenges, the effectiveness of distance education and suggestions regarding distance education stood out in the distribution based on the purpose. The most common positive findings were; positive attitude, flexibility, benefit, entertainment, promotion of technology, while the most common negative findings were technical infrastructure problems, communication problems, accessibility problems, adaptational problems, financial problems and psychological problems.

The Effect of Distance Education on the Physical Activity and Nutrition Levels of Nursing Students: The First Year of the Pandemic Period

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı pandeminin ilk yılında uygulanan uzaktan eğitimin, hemşirelik öğrencilerinin fiziksel aktivite ve beslenme düzeylerine olan etkisini belirlemektir.
 Gereç ve Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı tipte olan bu araştırma 01 Mayıs-31 Ekim 2021 tarihleri arasında İstanbul’da bir devlet üniversitesinde öğrenim gören 569 hemşirelik öğrencisi ile yürütüldü (N=1050). Araştırmanın verileri Kişisel Bilgi Formu, Uluslararası Fiziksel Aktivite Anketi, Beslenme-Egzersiz Davranış Ölçeği kullanılarak toplandı, yüzdelik dağılım, ortalama, Wilcoxon test, Mann Whitney U, Kruskal Wallies testleri ile değerlendirildi. 
 Bulgular: Öğrencilerin, beslenme-egzersiz davranış ölçeği toplam ve alt boyut puan ortalamaları, pandemi dönemi ve öncesi ile karşılaştırıldığında “sağlıksız beslenme-egzersiz davranışı’’ alt boyut puan ortalamasının, pandemi döneminde düştüğü tespit edildi (p

Intermediate results: how students assess distance learning and whether there are prospects for its application in interactive educational environments

The paper presents the results of the study of the use of services and technologies in distance learning for students. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of using distance learning technologies that affect learning outcomes and students' satisfaction with the educational process. The work is relevant to improving the educational process by increasing the effectiveness of distance learning tools and technologies, taking into account their advantages, improving the quality characteristics of the educational process, its elements and the use of optimal technologies for both students and teachers. As part of the preparation of the work, a sociological study of 1,000 university students was conducted, in which the preferences of students in the use of distance learning services, the frequency of their use, the degree of application of such tools by teachers in the educational process were studied. The most popular digital services for distance learning were identified, including the most widely used interactive learning services. Identification of the main negative and positive aspects of distance learning in terms of students. Prospects for the use of digital services in virtual educational environments and meta-universes were shown, as well as the development of electronic didactic means for the implementation of the educational process. The results obtained during the study allow clarifying the attitude of students to distance education, assess the degree of influence of various factors on the effectiveness of distance education. The results can be used to make changes in the current educational process in terms of application or rejection of specific methods and technologies, their adaptation and improvement.

Effectiveness of Distance Education in Light of the Corona Pandemic from the viewpoint of the rural youth at Al-Azhar University in Assiut

Effectiveness of Distance Education in Light of the Corona Pandemic from the viewpoint of the rural youth at Al-Azhar University in Assiut

What Are the Regional Challenges for Inclusive Distance Education During COVID-19 Pandemic in Turkey? A Qualitative Analysis

Inclusive education has come to the agenda again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, research on rural-urban inequality in inclusive education during COVID-19 pandemic is limited. This study aims to reveal the regional challenges for inclusive distance education during COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey. We adopted qualitative research design and a case study model. We chose two different study group among undergraduate students both living in disadvantaged rural areas and living in socio-economically advantageous cities. The participants were 38 undergraduate students. This qualitative study was performed in 2021-2022 academic year. The results revealed that there were notable differences between the two groups’ views on the inclusiveness and effectiveness of distance education. The first group reported the challenges stemmed from disadvantaged economic conditions. The second group reported the problems such as lack of motivation, stress, mental fatigue, and trouble focusing. Distance education is seen non-inclusive and ineffective by the first group. The second group evaluates distance education as inclusive and sufficient. The participants also made suggestions to increase inclusiveness of distance education.

What Has Changed in Teaching Environments After Distance Education? Student and Teacher Opinions

The effects of the changes experienced with the Covid-19 pandemic on the education-teaching process have been the subject of many studies. It is seen that researches generally focus on distance education. On the other hand, with the decrease of the effect of the pandemic, face-to-face education started. In this process, teachers are expected to transfer their distance education experiences to face-to-face education environments. In this study, the effects of distance education on face-to-face education environment were investigated. Within the scope of the qualitative case study, the opinions of students and teachers who shared the same teaching environment during face-to-face education before distance education, face-to-face education after distance education and post-distance education were taken. The study group consists of twelve students who study in a high school affiliated to the Ministry of National Education in Türkiye/Ordu and are selected on a voluntary basis, in accordance with the purposeful sampling qualifications, and the teachers who attend the classes of these students. From the analysis of the interview data, findings such as the opinions of students and teachers about the face-to-face education environment, in-class communication, and materials used in teaching environments were obtained. It was concluded that the content used by the teachers on the smart board became richer after the distance education. However, it was determined that the teachers did not use a new application in the process. It has been determined that some students have different expectations about education life as a result of their distance education experiences.

The Teacher's Cognitive Role in the Efficiency of Distance Education: A Case Study

This paper aims to examine preservice teachers' views of the School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE) regarding the skills of online teachers-counselors and the effectiveness of distance education during the pandemic of COVID-19. The aim of the conducted study is related to a continuous effort of research so as to ameliorate potential teachers' effectiveness in distance education. Firstly, attention will be drawn to the concept-key term of distance education, and afterwards, we are going to proceed into an extensive presentation of its basic principles and characteristics: active teaching, leadership and management, active learning of students and technological abilities. The results of the conducted research show that the role of teacher/counselor in distance education is a multiple one, as he or she must utilize and apply not only formal and informal qualifications as used in conventional education but also additional ones that bridge the gap of physical absence.