Back in 1728, Caleb Phillips advertised his teachings on a new shorthand method in the Boston Gazette. The lessons would be delivered by mail every week. In the 1840s, Sir Isaac Pitman also offered shorthand by mail. However, his students would send him a postcard with their efforts, and he would correct and send it back to them. Thus, the Phonographic Correspondence Society was born to formalise the courses. In turn, it led to colleges, and by 1873, the first correspondence school was opened.

The first correspondence school

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World distance learning day activities

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Distance learning tools

<ul><li>Distance learning is often cheaper than traditional learning methods. Many of the resources are free, while other courses offer great value for money.</li><li>It allows for a diverse learning atmosphere and experience, offering opportunities to interact with people from different cultures and backgrounds worldwide.</li><li>It's flexible. You can create your own learning schedule to fit around your other needs.</li></ul>

Distance learning benefits

More students around the globe are benefitting from the cost-effective option of distance learning.
In recent times, the internet and high-quality online curriculums and courses have changed how we view traditional education methods.

Learning outside the physical classroom

Universities started offering distance learning options. Then, in the 1960s, the Open University took the idea further and offered a reputable alternative to traditional learning methods. The internet transformed distance learning, making it cheaper and faster. The first online course started in 1984. The pandemic in 2020 caused school closure, which meant more students had the opportunity to turn to distance learning.

The first correspondence school

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