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Creating an Online Program

Creating an Online Program
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Author(s): Sandy Kyrish (Temple University, USA)
Copyright: 2004
Pages: 21
Source title: The Distance Education Evolution: Issues and Case Studies
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Dominique Monolescu (Temple University, USA), Catherine Schifter (Temple University, USA)and Linda Greenwood (Temple University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59140-120-9.ch001

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Abstract

Good planning is key to the development of a successful online learning program. For online learning (as with any form of distance education), initial planning should primarily center on two issues: identifying the educational goal of the program, and identifying the practical issues of implementation. Planners must recognize that while online learning is a technology-based activity, it must be organized around clear educational goals that are strongly aligned with one or more key areas for the institution. Although educational goals will be different for each institution, this chapter suggests common tools and strategies that can be used to help identify key goals. Once goals (and accompanying objectives) are identified, practical issues of implementation must also be carefully considered. These include determining the initial investment, deciding on profitability goals, putting strong program leadership in place, creating an effective program, and identifying support needs for faculty and students.

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