<div> <p>In today's fast-paced world, with multiple demands on time and resources as well as pressures for career advancement and productivity, self-directed learning is an increasingly popular and practical alternative in continuing education.</p> <p>The <b>Encyclopedia of Distributed Learning </b>defines and applies the best practices of contemporary continuing education designed for adults in corporate settings, Open University settings, graduate coursework, and in similar learning environments.</p> <p>Written for a wide audience in the distance and continuing education field, the <b>Encyclopedia</b> is a valuable resource for deans and administrators at universities and colleges, reference librarians in academic and public institutions, HR officials involved with continuing education/training programs in corporate settings, and those involved in the academic disciplines of Education, Psychology, Information Technology, and Library Science. </p> <p>Sponsored by <span>The</span> Fielding Graduate Institute, this extensive reference work is edited by long-time institute members, bringing with them the philosophy and authoritative background of this premier institution. The Fielding Graduate Institute is well known for offering mid-career professionals opportunities for self-directed, mentored study with the flexibility of time and location that enables students to maintain commitments to family, work, and community.</p> <p>The <b>Encyclopedia of Distributed Learning </b>includes<b> </b>over 275 entries, each written by a specialist in that area, giving the reader comprehensive coverage of all aspects of distributed learning, including use of group processes, self-assessment, the life line experience, and developing a learning contract. </p> <p><b>Topics Covered</b></p> <ul type=disc> <li><span>Administrative Processes</span><span> </span> <li><span>Policy, Finance and Governance</span> <li><span>Social and Cultural Perspectives</span> <li><span>Student and Faculty Issues</span> <li><span>Teaching and Learning Processes and Technologies</span> <li><span>Technical Tools and Supports</span> </li></ul> <p><b>Key Features</b></p> <ul type=disc> <li>A-to-Z organization plus Reader's Guide groups entries by broad topic areas <li>Over 275 entries, each written by a specialist in that area <li>Comprehensive index and cross-references between entries add to the encyclopedia's ease of use <li>Annotated listings for additional resources, including distance learning programs, print and non-print resources, and conferences </li></ul> <p> </p></div>