Distance Learning: Industry Report

Distance Learning

Product Type: Market Research Report
Published by: Global Industry Analysts
Published: October 2009
Product Code: R263-4178

Description

The global outlook series on Distance Learning provides statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an aerial view of the global distance learning industry, identifies major short to medium term market challenges, and growth drivers. Regional markets elaborated upon include United States, Japan, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Australia, India, China, Malaysia, Korea, Thailand, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria and Brazil. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 120 companies worldwide.

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Table of Contents

1.INDUSTRY OVERVIEW: Significance of Distance Learning; Students Enrolling in Distance Learning Programs; Types of Learning Delivery Modes and Their Characteristics; Advantages of Overseas Distance Learning; Why e-Learning?; Various Levels of e-Learning; e-Learning Vendors - An Overview; m-Learning: e-Learning on the Move; Disadvantages of Online Distance Learning; Factors Restraining Growth of Online or e-Learning Programs
2.DISTANCE LEARNING: ORGANIZATIONAL PERSPECTIVE: Distance Learning Courses: An Ideal Alternative for Companies and Executives; e-Learning Bails Out Firms from Regulatory Training Hassles; e-Learning Programs for Geographically Dispersed Workforce; Role of Distance Learning in Enhancing Company’s Revenues; Distance Education in Fishery Industry; Distance Learning Model for Micro Finance Institutions - Implementation Challenges; Distance Learning in Hospitals Witnesses Growth
3.DISTANCE LEARNING: A BROAD SPECTRUM: Distance Education: An Affordable Option; Present Scenario; Establishing a Distance Learning Program; Virtual Classrooms Gaining Popularity; Educational Advantages Offered by Distance Learning Colleges; Growing Prominence of Distance and Open Universities; Distance Learning - Increasing Popularity Among Professionals and Students; Traditional Universities Finds a Leading Contender in Distance Education; Distance Education Promises Greener and Better Earth; Enhanced Focus on Learner-Centered Philosophy; Distance Learning Adopting New Technologies; Impact of Information and Communication Technologies on Learning; Online Distance Education Offers Hope for the Deprived Lot; e-Learning: Growth and Outlook; Online Education Rides High; Traditional Institutions Jumping the Online Education Bandwagon; Online Education Finds Reliable Patron in Self-Motivated Individuals; Diversification of Higher and Distance; Outsourcing - A Relatively New Phenomenon; Outsourcing Models - An Overview; Benefits of Hosted or Outsourced e-Learning Services; Advanced Technologies Cast an Indelible Mark on Online Education; Artificial Intelligence Powers e-Learning; Open Source LMS - An Alternative to Commercial LMS; Edutainment Blends Learning with Entertainment; Technology May be the Fad but Content is King; Scenario-based e-learning - A Preferred Tool for Real-Life Situation Training; Online Education Expands to Cover New Segments and Study Areas; K-12 Online Education Industry Witnessing Growth; Online Education Emerges as an Effective Tool for Teacher Training; MBA Programs Lead Online Degrees from the Front; Tailored t-Learning Catches On in Distance Education; Distance Education and Library Services; Educational Social Software in Online and Distance Education; Poor Focus on Strategy Responsible for Failure of e-Learning Programs; Vendor-Developer Partnerships Pose Major Challenge; Integrating Diverse Standards - A Herculean Task for the Industry
4.COMPETITIVE SCENARIO: A Highly Competitive Marketplace; e-Learning Market; Consolidation: Key to Survival; Review of Select Players; Key Websites Providing Distance Medical Learning
5.PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Distance Learning: An Insight; Online Distance Learning or e-Learning; Personalization in Online Learning; Mobile e-Learning: An Introduction; Technologies Utilized in Distance Learning; History and Development
6.PRODUCT LAUNCHES
7.MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
8.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS
A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVE
GLOBAL DIRECTORY

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