Possibilities Of Distance Learning Research Articles

Experience of using Google cloud services in Ukrainian universities: survey results

The research analyzes a survey of Ukrainian teachers regarding the advantages of cloud technologies provided by Google Workspace for Education. We surveyed 167 respondents from different regions of Ukraine. They were asked to complete a specially designed questionnaire that included three closed-ended multiple-choice questions and two open-ended questions that required extended responses. It was found out that during distance or blended learning teachers together with students most often use Google Sheets, Google Meet, Google Forms and Google Documents. The most significant advantages of Google Workspace for Education services are the convenience and usability, as well as a possibility of distance learning.

A Hybrid Framework of Deep Learning Techniques to Predict Online Performance of Learners during COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19’s rapid spread has disrupted educational initiatives. Schools worldwide have been implementing more possibilities for distance learning because of the worldwide epidemic of the COVID-19 virus, and Pakistan is no exception. However, this has resulted in several problems for students, including reduced access to technology, apathy, and unstable internet connections. It has become more challenging due to the rapid change to evaluate students’ academic development in a remote setting. A hybrid deep learning approach has been presented to evaluate the effectiveness of online education in Pakistan’s fight against the COVID-19 epidemic. Through the use of multiple data sources, including the demographics of students, online activity, learning patterns, and assessment results, this study seeks to realize the goal of precision education. The proposed research makes use of a dataset of Pakistani learners that was compiled during the COVID-19 pandemic. To properly assess the complex and heterogeneous data associated with online learning, the proposed framework employs several deep learning techniques, including 1D Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks. With the 98.8% accuracy rate for the trained model, it was clear that the deep learning framework could beat the performance of any other models currently in use. It has improved student performance assessment, which can inform tailored learning interventions and improve Pakistan’s online education. Finally, we compare the findings of this study to those of other, more established studies on evaluating student progress toward educational precision.

Distance learning in a pandemic: the experience of sociological monitoring of students in Russia and Kazakhstan

The article is analysing the experience of using distance learning technologies in higher educational institutions of Russia and Kazakhstan in the context of a coronavirus pandemic. Before the start of the pandemic, in both Russian and Kazakhstan systems of higher education, the practice of using distance learning was limited despite the digitalization trend. The challenges of supporting the continuity of the educational process have led to the fact that, in record time, teachers and students have mastered a number of platforms that ensure their online interaction. Several months of a full-scale distance learning allowed students to form a stable opinion on the new form of education. Today we have empirical material for the period of the coronavirus pandemic and we may assess the possibilities of distance learning. The authors refer to specific case studies in which students from Ufa (Russian Federation) and Karaganda (Republic of Kazakhstan) took part. In general, it can be stated that the majority of students in both Ufa and Karaganda, at the beginning of the pandemic, were not satisfied with distance learning. However, the data from 2021 revealed the opposite trend and indicated an increase in respondents’ satisfaction with distance learning. The complete transition to distance education is not a pertinent question, since the potential of the traditional form of education will remain in demand. The use of proven teaching technologies will guarantee the quality and efficiency of the educational process as a whole. It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about digital classes or traditional ones.

Досвід організації навчання лікарів у системі безперервного професійного розвитку в сучасних умовах функціонування системи охорони здоров’я

The experience of educational work in conditions of quarantine and lockdowns allowed in practice to study the possibilities of distance learning and to form an objective assessment of it in the structure of continuous medical education (CME) for doctors. The survey participants noted the following disadvantages of online distance learning events: the lack of an opportunity to receive information that is of interest to the listener in an in-depth format and in a specific form, because the prevailing volume of videoconferences does not allow for discussions, exchange of experience, review of clinical cases, etc. Distance learning significantly limits the possibilities of practical skills and abilities, the mastering of which is up to 75% of the study time in the format of full-time and part-time education. The positive aspects, from the point of view of distance learning participants, include: the opportunity to get points for registering a teaching staff without interrupting their main work, the ability to choose topics and the modernity of information events. However, the traditional full-time and part-time forms of education also have their drawbacks, namely, for example: to travel and live in the cities where events are held in the absence of state funding for these expenses, that is, at the expense of the doctor himself. The use of innovative educational technologies, such as distance learning and online communication, in the training of doctors cannot fully replace the classical forms of education. The optimal are the combined forms of the educational process organization, which make it possible to rationally use the resource of the participants in the educational process.

Using the Zoom Platform in Distance Learning of a Foreign Language

The article considers the use of the Zoom platform in distance learning of a foreign language. The aim of the study is to consider the possibilities of using Zoom in distance learning of a foreign language. The research methods include the analysis of scientific and methodological literature on the research topic, the analysis of Zoom tools for the implementation of the possibilities of distance learning of a foreign language. The article explains the high demand for remote and online technologies and defines the criteria for choosing effective technologies for remote and online lessons. The research also considers the benefits of Zoom in the process of learning a foreign language and different types of tasks and their implementation via Zoom. The problems faced by teachers and students in the process of using online technologies in distance learning are identified. The article describes the possibility of interactive communication with students assigned to analyze a piece of fiction and offers a system of exercises which can be done using Zoom. It is proven that the use of the Zoom platform in teaching a foreign language employs different tools which make it possible to increase the effectiveness of language training and the development of students’ educational and cognitive abilities.

Дистанционное обучение в условиях пандемии (на примере КГПУ имени В.П. Астафьева)

Presented is the study of problems arising in the field of mass higher education (level: bachelor's degree) as a result of the transfer of education to a distance format. This task is implemented based on the study of monitoring the activity of teachers and students of the KSPU named after V.P. Astafiev in the electronic university environment (Moodle), as well as analysis of educational practices used by teachers in the process of distance learning, and analysis of student behavior patterns in a new situation of total e-learning for them. The study examines two groups of problems, namely: problems associated with the activities of teachers in the electronic university environment, and problems associated with the activity of students in the digital educational space. As a result of the analysis, a number of issues are identified that need to be addressed, namely: the need to develop e-didactics that reveals the possibilities of distance learning, the design of appropriate teaching methods and assessment systems and the transformation of educational programs, taking into account the formation of “soft skills” necessary for the productive work of students in electronic educational space.

Особливості додипломного дистанційного навчання з фаху «Ортодонтія»

Distance learning is the process of acquiring knowledge, abilities, skills and methods of human cognitive activity, it occurs mainly through the indirect interaction of participants in the educational process distant from each other in a specialized environment, it functions on the basis of modern psychological, pedagogical and information and communication technologies. In today’s world, distance learning is a must. This was shown by the existing COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of our work was to present teaching methods at the Department of Orthodontics of the Ukrainian Medical Dental Academy and to determine the advantages and disadvantages of distance education. To present theoretical and practically oriented content, organize independent work and control knowledge during quarantine, the possibilities of distance learning were used using the Google Classroom web service and using the ZOOM platform, Google-meet, which made it possible to use video, photographic materials, tables, control and diagnostic models, panoramic and other images, orthodontic appliances, orthodontic instruments. Distance learning technology is flexible than traditional. This is its advantage. It is aimed at those who study, creates a comfortable environment for the applicant for higher education to master the material 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Distance learning allows you to move away from the traditional system of teaching educational material. However, this teaching methodology requires a high level of teacher training. The teacher must have modern pedagogical and information technologies and be psychologically ready to work with applicants for education in a new educational and cognitive environment. The distance form of education must correspond to the methods of teaching in higher medical school. So, the material and technical clinical base of the Department of Orthodontics of the UMCA allows you to provide high-quality online training. But the spread of COVID-19 leads to day-to-day changes in all spheres of life, including healthcare, and the education system.

Improving Professional Skills of Music Teachers Through the Use of Distance Learning

This paper presents some possibilities of distance learning in music teacher education. The research presented two teacher training programs at Kazan Federal University. The distance learning tools allowed to realize some important subject-oriented principles include self-education, self-realization, and creative approach. The result data were collected from tests results and analysis of self-assessment and questionnaires by quantitative and qualitative experimental methods. The results of the level of musical knowledge and creative activity were increased in the second distance learning group, but not in the first traditional group. Based on the experimental research work, the authors concluded that distance learning environment is a perspective way for develop education system. A distance tool allows us to reflect modern society changes where online format became the priority way for getting new competencies including professional skills in music teacher education.

ДИСТАНЦИОННОЕ ОБУЧЕНИЕ В УСЛОВИЯХ МЕДИЦИНСКОГО УНИВЕРСИТЕТА

Today, distance learning is no longer surprising, most educational institutions of various levels in Russia and abroad use distance technologies in the pedagogical process to one degree or another. Many students today consider this form of education as an alternative to the usual one, not only when receiving a second education, advanced training, but also choose this method for obtaining a first higher education. There is no escape from modern trends, and many universities understand this and are trying to develop in this direction. It is correct to say "distance learning" and not "distance education", because it is just a different way of forming a student's knowledge and skills, while the content of education remains unchanged. Medical education is a complex thing that requires a lot of energy, time and money, as well as certain practical skills, so the possibilities of distance learning in this regard are very limited. Such training is suitable only for professionals who want to improve their qualifications, especially when it comes to medical and diagnostic professions, or for future pharmacists, whose occupation is inextricably linked with medicine, but is still a separate field.

유치원 원격수업 가능성 탐색을 위한 실행연구

본 연구는 코로나19에 대응해 유치원 휴업 기간 동안 온ㆍ오프라인을 통합한 유치원 원격수업의 가능성을 탐색한 실행연구이다. 2020년 2월 3일부터 6월 26일까지 서울시에 있는 하늘유치원(가칭)의 180명 유아(만 3세 44명, 만 4세 66명, 만 5세 70명)와 그 부모가 참여하였다. 본 연구는 Kemmis와 McTaggart(2005)의 ‘나선형 자기반성적 연구 모형’을 토대로 계획, 실행, 평가, 협의의 반복적 순환으로 재구성하여 1차, 2차, 3차 실행으로 진행되었다. 1차 실행에서는 모바일 알림장 활용과 ‘집콕놀이 꾸러미’를 셔틀버스 및 우편으로 전달했다. 2차 실행에서는 보다 발전된 온·오프라인 통합교육을 위해 모바일 알림장으로 쌍방향 소통, 지속성 있는 놀이 주제선정 및 연계 활동, 영상콘텐츠 제작 활용, 유치원 및 학급에 대한 정보를 제공했다. 3차 실행에서는 신학기 교육 공백 최소화를 위해 유치원 교육과정 및 특색교육을 영상으로 제공하며 유아의 놀이 배움을 지원했다. 연구결과의 의미는 첫째, 코로나19는 유치원 원격수업의 시작점이 되었으며, 둘째, 유치원 원격수업은 온․오프라인 통합 러닝으로 운영될 때 효과적이었으며, 셋째, 유치원 원격수업의 성패는 유치원과 가정의 협력에 달려있었다. 향후 유치원 원격수업을 위한 부모교육과 ‘유치원 원격수업 전용 앱’ 개발의 필요성을 제안하였다.

УПРАВЛЕНИЕ ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТЬЮ В РЕЖИМЕ ДИСТАНЦИОННОГО ОБУЧЕНИЯ В СВЕТЕ СОВРЕМЕННОЙ СОЦИАЛЬНОЙ ПОЛИТИКИ

In the light of such a direction of sociology as «social structure, social institutions and processes» (22.00.04), it is important to consider such a fundamental social institution as education. The article deals with the issues of managing educational ac- tivities in higher education and secondary schools in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. The possibilities of distance learning in certain social conditions are analyzed, the advantages and disadvantages of online learning are identified, conclusions are made about this type of educational process and about the possibility of effective management of educa- tional activities in the distance learning mode. The method of sociological research of online learning during the coronavirus pandemic was included observation. The re- sults of this study are presented in the article. The authors consider the possibilities of educational institutions in the implementation of the learning process in a distance format. The possibilities of effective implementation of elements of this type of training are revealed. The article describes the use of the Moodle electronic learning system at the Bryansk state University named after academi- cian I. G. Petrovsky, which greatly facilitated the introduction of online learning in the educational process. The results of the study consist in analyzing both the advantages and disadvantages of online learning in a given period of time, and giving a picture of this phenomenon in a single University. This analysis is necessary for applying the experience in modern conditions - during the period of systemic innovations in Rus- sian education, for successful and effective management of educational activities in difficult conditions.

Дистанційна освіта з фізичного виховання в період карантину

The purpose of the work is to find adequate ways and methods of involving student youth in physical exercises in the conditions of distance learning. Material and methods: 55 students of the 1st-3rd year of the Faculty of Foreign Philology of the Pedagogical University, who were on distance learning, took part in the study. Results: the topics and forms of distance learning in physical education were outlined, the activity of students during face-to-face and distance learning was assessed. The role, place and possibilities of distance learning in physical education for students and teachers have been determined. Conclusions: remote classes in physical education help in the formation of a more voluminous theoretical baggage, contribute to the preservation of health, motivate to a healthy lifestyle, provided that the student is consciously self-organized.

Possibilities of distance learning in improving the system of advanced training on the basis of advanced foreign experience

Possibilities of distance learning in improving the system of advanced training on the basis of advanced foreign experience

DISTANCE LEARNING: UKRAINE AND THE WORLD

Distance learning is one of the key means of modern education. It is especially useful in the system of higher education and the improvement of professional skills. Nowadays distance learning is widely popularized in both developed and developing countries of the world. As a result of the rapid development of telecommunication systems now distance education is widely used not only in higher education but also in school education of foreign countries practically in all regions of the world. It is the best way to ensure open education, pliability and an international character of education, the ability to learn throughout life that is very important in the rapidly changing current world. The possibilities of distance learning are effectively used by developing countries for the rapid development of their own education system, which is one of the key principles for the economic successes, and hence the growth of people's wellbeing. The technological basis for the development of distance education in Ukraine began to form in the late '90s of the last century, but yet this teaching-learning system has not developed. Now only 7 universities of the country propose the distance educational services, and in the rest of universities, only some teachers use separate elements of distance teaching. In Ukrainian schools, distance learning is practiced only for pupils who cannot attend lessons for various reasons. Undoubtedly distance learning form should be used as one of the key principles to realize successful reform of Ukrainian education. In that case, it is necessary to use the experience of introducing distance education technology in developing countries, because Ukraine is still such a country.

MONITORING THE ATTITUDE OF THE POPULATION TO PROBLEMS OF URBAN ENVIRONMENT FOR SITUATION-AL CENTERS OF A SMART CITY

Goal. The purpose of the study was to search for alternative sources of information on popu-lation’s preferences and response to problems and changes in the urban environment for use in the operational decision-making at situational centers. Materials and methods. The authors used data from search queries with keywords, data on communities in social networks, data from subject forums, and official statistics. Methods of statistical data analysis were applied. Results. The analysis of thematic online activity of the population was performed. The re-sults reflected the interest in the state of the environment, the possibility of distance learning and work, are presented. It was reasoned that measurements of population’s thematic online activity let identify needs and analyze the real-time response to changes in the urban envi-ronment. Such an approach to identifying the needs of the population can be used in addition to the platforms “Active Citizen” of the Smart City project. Conclusions. An analysis of data on online activity of the population for decision-making at situational centers is more operational, flexible and representative, as compared with the use of tools of those platforms. Such an analysis can be used as an alternative to sociological surveys, as it saves time and money. When making management decisions using intelligent information services, it is necessary to take into account the needs of the population, reflect-ed in its socio-economic activity in cyberspace.

Experience and perspectives of distance learning of pharmacists-interns in the system of continuous education

Modernization of the educational process at the postgraduate stage using modern computer technologies is extremely urgent.
 The purpose of the study was to analyze the experience of distance learning of pharmacists-interns at the department of Organization and Economics of Pharmacy, drug technology and pharmacoeconomics and to substantiate promising directions for conducting distance education of pharmacists.
 Methods – questioning, interviewing of pharmacists-interns, questionnaire development. A special questionnaire has been developed and the method of individual questioning has explored the possibilities of distance learning of the pharmacist-interns at the postgraduate stage.
 The questionnaire included the passport part: the age, the form of training of the pharmacist-intern, the former place of work; A special part on the questions blocks under study. A survey was conducted of 128 pharmacists-interns: 72 full-time study form and 56 people of external study form. The questioning was conducted by each individual pharmacist individually, so it can be considered independent.
 As a result of the survey, we found out that about 61% of the pharmacists-interns do not have previous experience in distance learning. However, 81.5% are ready to independently study the topics of interest to them on pharmaceutical topics: New drugs registered in Ukraine, rational use of medicines, pharmaceutical care and assistance, etc.
 67% of the surveyed pharmacists-interns believe that knowledge control is better done after the development/study of each topic, and 33% is better at the end of the study of the thematic cycle.
 The optimal ways of conducting distance learning are established: two-way on-line interaction, publications on the educational program website, two-way interactive video.
 At the Department of the Organization and Economics of Pharmacy, the Technology of Medicines and Pharmacoeconomics, experience has been accumulated and a system for studying pharmacoeconomics has been created and activities conducted by the Ukrainian Department of UCOPOR. Considerable attention is paid to the use of information and communication technologies from pharmacoeconomics for distance learning on the basis of the home site from pharmacoeconomics (www.uspor.org.ua), and 6 instructional modules on pharmacoeconomics developed by teachers in cooperation with international specialists are available on the international website ISPOR in Ukrainian.
 Prospective directions of the further development of postgraduate education, taking into account the results of questioning of pharmacists-interns can be the development of distance learning technologies, which will be actively introduced both in the preparation of the pharmacists-interns, and for the pharmacists-trainees of the training cycles, thematic improvement.
 It is established that more than 80% of pharmacists-interns are ready to independently study the topics of interest to them on pharmaceutical topics: New drugs registered in Ukraine, rational use of medicines, Pharmaceutical care and assistance, Pharmaceutical cosmetology and Pharmaceutical legislation
 To control and evaluate the self-mastered material, 67% of interrogated interveners interviewed believe that it is advisable to conduct it after processing / studying each topic. It has been established that the optimal methods for conducting distance learning are: two-way on-line interaction, publications on the educational program site and two-way interactive video.
 Teachers of the Department of the Organization and Economics of Pharmacy, drug technology and pharmacoeconomics have developed a special distance learning program with pharmacoeconomics based on international modules, which is designed to provide knowledge and skills on the methodology of pharmacoeconomic research.

Remote training as one of the methods of effective training for foreign students

The article presents methodical aspects of distance education. Due attention is paid to historical retrospect in the field under investigation. The possibilities of distance learning are presented in the work. The interpretation of the definition of “Distance Education” is presented and a comprehensive presentation of its essence and content is given. The article demonstrates the basic technologies of distance education. The paper considers the main problems that stand in the way of effective learning for foreign students. The study carried out a comparative analysis of opportunities and conditions for traditional and distance learning for an international student. As a result of the analysis, it was concluded that the use of distance education is a serious tool for achieving high quality of education by foreign students.

THE CORRELATIONS OF THE INTERNET ADDICTION BETWEEN COPING AND DEVIANT BEHAVIOUR OF STUDENTS

Introduction. The Internet has become the powerful environmental factor of formation of the personality of modern young people exerting far ambiguous impact on them. Obviously, blurring of temporary and spatial distinctions between people thanks to the Internet resources look positive and very convenient for expeditious personal, social and business communications, essential simplification of search of necessary information, a possibility of distance learning, receiving the services «without leaving the house», etc. At the same time, the problem of the Internet and addictive behaviour among teenagers and young people, who are most vulnerable for any negative impacts by the reason of age immaturity, is becoming more and more urgent. The aim of the present publication is to study the problem of the correlations of the Internet addiction with coping and deviant behaviour of students, as well as the design the process of psycho-pedagogical correction of the Internet-addictive behaviour of students. Methodology and research methods. The leading research method is psychological-pedagogical observation. Questionnaire survey and psychological testing enabled to identify the interdependence between the Internet addiction, constructive ways of coping (confrontation, escape-avoidance) and deviant behaviour of students. Results and scientific novelty. The concept «Internet-addictive behavior» is redefined. Methodological approaches to the study of the Internet addiction interrelated with coping and deviant behaviour are presented and summarized. Individual-psychological characteristics of the Internet-addictive young people are studied out; a psychological portrait of the personality of the Internet-addictive students with given characteristics, personality traits, accentuations of character, social and emotional intelligence is worked out. The aims, tasks, principles and methods of correction of individual students with tendency to the Internet addiction are designated. Practical significance. The provided materials of the article are of practical value for psychologists, teachers-psychologists of the education system, working on the problem of psychological and pedagogical support of students and the implementation of development programs, and correctional-developing.

Tele-proximity: Tele-community of Inquiry Model. Facial Cues for Social, Cognitive, and Teacher Presence in Distance Education

<p class="3">Distance education is expanding in all continents, and the use of video has dominated internet. Synchronous Video Communication (SVC) has not been an option thoroughly investigated and practitioners, who use and design synchronous learning scenarios, are in urgent need of guidance. Distant learners face many barriers, and as a result, they drop out more frequently than on-campus students. Educators seem to be equally affected by the “transactional distance” and the new digital literacies needed for facilitating online learning. This study explores the educators’ perspective on how SVC could offer alternative educational forms and possibilities for distance learning. Findings had indicated that the use of visual communication and human to human contact (prosopogonosia: seeing faces) could have a strong impact on learning and teaching, therefore, a theory called Tele-proximity was formulated. Tele-proximity is defined as online embodiment that explains how instructors and students are connected in synchronous networked environment via tele-operations. SVC creates a sense of place or a stage where online identities perform and highlights recent research on audio-visual signals in communication and team work (Pentland, 2012, 2008). The theory can be seen as an extension of the Community of Inquiry Model<strong> </strong>(Garrison, Anderson & Archer, 2000) and a theoretical framework according to which learning objectives could be designed. Transactional distance could be minimized and may be implemented to facilitate more synchronous, visual, and humane options in distance education.</p>

Стопроцентный учитель

In the article discusses the features resolution such questions as computerization, an education informatization and 100 % elimination of computer illiteracy and also training and professional development of teachers in the framework of state program "One hundred percent." The possibilities of distance learning and teacher's role in this process are revealed as well as requirements for towards teacher’s pedagogic activity in new conditions