The Benefits of Distance Learning
I. Easy access for both students and teachers
II. Knowledge of instructors and classmates
A. Posting of bibliographies
III. One-on-one contact between instructor and student
A. Phone contact
B. Web-site email
C. Chat areas
IV. Students learn just as easily as in the classroom
V. Access to other students through online communication
A. Personal emails
B. Classroom and group discussion boards
C. Online course chat rooms
VI. Learning of proper etiquette required for posting discussions
VII. Learning computer tools
A. Classroom and group discussion boards
B. Chat rooms
C. Web-site email
D. Coffee shop chatting areas
VIII. Accessibility for student and instructor assistance
A. Technical Support
B. Student and Academic Advisors
C. Financial Aid Representatives
IX. Convenience for students and instructors with everyday issues
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