The book presents a comprehensive account of research and development activities in open, ditance and flexible learning from acknowledged experts from around the world. The use of open, distance and flexible learning materials is expanding dramatically, not just in schools, further and higher education but also in industry, commerce and the social services. Most higher education institutions now have an open learning unit or educational development centre, and major organisations such as british Steel, National Westminster Bank, Leeds Building Society, Rover Cars and the Inland Revenue have formed units to develop teaching and training materials. Internationally, growth is even more impressive, with new open universities planned for Singapore, Bangladesh, South Africa and india, whist those in Malaysia, Thailand and Australia continue to expand. But current and future practice must be based on research evidence rather than intuition. With contributions from all the leading names in this field, this book will be a key sourcbook for teachers, trainers and students.

Part I Trends and Directions

Part II The Student Experience

Part III Information Technology

Part IV Learner Use of Media

Part V Course Design and Assessment

Part VI Learner Support and Management

Part VII Textual Materials

Part VIII Evaluation and Quality

Fred Lockwood: Emeritus Professor of Learning and Teaching

2001 - Present20 years

Learning and Teaching across the university

Implementing the University Learning and Teaching Plan

Cite: Lockwood, F. (Ed.). (2013). Open and distance learning today. Routledge.