Impact of Distance Learning Education System on Education Standards

Abstract

Conventional Learning & Distance based learning are the two systems prevailing in higher education. These systems affect the level of education standard. This research was conducted to highlight the impact of distance learning education system on education standard. The education standards were Institutional support, Course development, Learning Process, Student support, Faculty support, evaluation and assessment. A well-developed questionnaire was administered and distributed among 206 faculty members of Virtual University of Pakistan. Data was analyzed through correlation and regression analysis. Results confirmed that there is a significant relationship and impact of DLE system on education standards. The research further helped to evaluate Distance learning education (DLE) system with reference to higher education standards. The study will also add value in better understanding of standards and its pre-requisites. This will also provide baseline for future research. It will add value in existing body of knowledge.

Key Words- Distance Learning Education, Higher Education, Education Standards