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The first correspondence school
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.
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World distance learning day activities
- Sign up for a course that aligns with your interests. For example, learn to code via Codecademy, or learn a language via Duolingo.
- Collaborate with others on a peer-to-peer learning platform, such as Brainly, which helps people find answers to questi...
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Distance learning tools
- Brainly is the world's largest online learning community where students can connect with subject matter experts.
- Duolingo is a highly rated language learning website and app to help you learn a second language.
- Codecademy is ...
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Distance learning benefits
- Distance learning is often cheaper than traditional learning methods. Many of the resources are free, while other courses offer great value for money.
- It allows for a diverse learning atmosphere and experience, offering opportunities...
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Learning outside the physical classroom
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.
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Distance learning as an alternative
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 start...
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