Introduction to Distance Learning.Communication MethodologyDistance Learning Model at CWANA.D/L Network in CWANADistance Learning Case Study.

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the acquisition of knowledge and skills through mediated information and instruction, encompassing all technologies and other forms of learning at a distance.

Bringing people together for online education and/or training reduces or eliminates time away from the job, rising travel costs & the high cost of maintaining centralized training facilities.

Introductionto Distance Learning

There are several mediums used for distance learning - satellite broadcasts, multi-point video- conferencing, etc., the evolution of the Internet, coupled with technologies such as audio streaming, and in particular, “chat” technology, make it the most attractive and potentially effective resource for distance learning today.

Distance learning using chat and Bulletin Board technology allows organizations to train more people more quickly. This ensures a higher degree of consistency and quality across borders and time zones, and reduces the cost of distributing learning material to remote sites.

Synchronous & Non-Distributed(Same Time & Same Place)e.g. Talk

Synchronous & Distributed(Different Time & Different Place)e.g. Email, Audio/Video Messages

Asynchronous & Non-Distributed(Different Time & Same Place)e.g. Notice Board

Asynchronous & Distributed(Same Time & Different Place)e.g. Phone Call, Chatting, Video Conferencing & BulletinBoards.

Communication Methodology

Distance Learning Model at CWANA

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Step#1National Program students enroll at their Local Universities and Supervisors are assigned.

Step#2National Program University/Focal Point validatesStudent’s registration and Authenticates it.They also conduct exams and provide certification.

Step#3RITSEC provides students with course material and course content..

CWANA D/L NetworkCWANA office prepares the Courses’ outline and content and promotes them to National Programs:* Characterization of PGR* Survey and Collection of PGR* Methods in Plant Conservation & Use* Global Issues in Conservation of PGR* Documentation of PGR

RITSEC Converts the Course Material into Courseware, host the courses and publish them on the Web.

NP Assigns a D/L focal point or Univ.And promote D/L courses to local students

Documentation on PGR Course

Unit 1. PGR DocumentationDocumenting DataDescriptorsDatabases

Unit 2. Management Information Systems

ApplicationsDecision Support SystemsModeling Genetic Resources InformationGRIS

Unit 3. Information and Communication Technology

Network FundamentalsBasic Internet BusinessAdvanced Internet BusinessNew Generation InternetIK Capturing Devices

Unit 4. Case StudiesDevelopment of Descriptor ListsDevelopment of DB StructureDevelopment of Information Systems