this instructional delivery system can be employed. In this regard, Simonson, Smaldino, Albright, and Zvacek (2002) state that just a few of the ways to deliver distance learning/education include: television and cable television (both one way or two-way interactive), the Internet, satellite classes, videotapes, correspondence courses, audio technologies, email, newsgroups, videoconferencing, electronic forums, and even radio.
However, which of these methods of employing distance learning is the most effective? Are Satellite classes better than videoconferencing or electronic forums. Should two way interactive television be preferred to Internet classes? As to which use of distance learning techniques are most effective, Picciano (2000) states that to a fairly large extent this is dependent upon the nature of the learners. Are they adults or children? Are they already familiar with the educational technologies used to deliver the instruction or do they need training? Is the course material complex or relatively simple? All of these factors must be taken into account when deciding what particular form of distance education to select. It is for this reason that this paper narrows down the discussion of effectiv
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