A Study on Control Problems in Online Distance Education

Authors:	Elena Petrosyan, Yerevan State University, Armenia Mkrttchian Vardan, All Armenian Internet University, Armenia
Topic:	9.4 Control Education
Session:	We Have Many Things To Tell You About Control Education
Keywords:	Distance Education, Online University, Web-based Instruction

Abstract

While the delivery of online instructional courses in higher education institutions is flourishing, students and educators in general recognize the advantages of the new technology. Problems and concerns about online education are touched in various articles and papers but limited researches were conducted to examine in depth the technical and social problems that accompany this new technology. This study examines these problems and concerns regarding online distance education. Hopefully, the information that is provided here will update decision-makers of the current needs and concerns of online students and instructors so that an effective distance-learning program can be fostered in All Armenian Internet University.