What is distance learning?

Summary:

Distance learning -- sometimes called online learning -- means using telecommunications to access sources of learning.

The use of distance learning is rapidly on the rise, and could really benefit busy nonprofit personnel.

Free Management Library explains the basics and provides resources for additional information. See http://www.mapnp.org/library/trng_dev/methods/on_line.htm

See (as one example) the University of Illinois' online nonprofit management certificate program; introductory explanations are at http://cnm.cuppa.uic.edu

Free Management Library also explains:
- What is distance learning?
- Systems for distance learning

- Issues to consider when using distance learning
- Distance learning and charitable organizations
- General resources for additional information
See http://www.mapnp.org/library/trng_dev/methods/distnce.htm