遥距教育中网上学习面临的挑战与策略.pptVIP

Online Measurement of Academic Programme Preferences (MAPP) for Distance Learners in Hong Kong Wei-yuan ZHANG Lettice AU YEUNG The Open University of Hong Kong Project Team MembersDr. Wei-yuan ZHANG Dr. David MURPHYMs. Sylvia HUI Ms. Annie CHAN Ms. Lettice AU YEUNG Ms. Elaine KWOK Mr. Albert TSE (IT Support)Mr. Henry LIN (IT Support)  Advisory GroupsThe National Career Development Association (USA)The National Career Guidance Association (Mainland China)Department of Psychology and SociologyNapier University (UK) Background Needs for life-long education Rapid development of ODL Increase in ODL programmes OUHK: 114 programmes Problems How to help potential distance learners understand: their psychological characteristics programme requirements make wise academic choices A New Issue Providing distance guidance on programme preferences for distance learners Literature Review Students’ needs Understand programme preferences Programme selection guidance Employers’ requirements Understand interests and job requirements Good psychological preparation Literature Review Method: Psychological testing UK: JIIG-CAL (Job Ideas and Information Generator - Computer Assisted Learning); CENTIGRADE USA Canada: SDS (Self-directed Search) Literature Review Existing academic preferences tests Limited to Western countries Charge high fees Literature Review Differences in: Socio-economic structure Cultural background Educational system Family dynamics Linguistic considerations Purpose To develop the first online self-directed standardized test on the measurement of academic preferences (MAPP) for potential distance learners at the OUHK Value Expected to: Enhance students’ satisfaction with programme selection Possibly reduce the rate of student attrition Trait-factor theory Three steps: Trait: individual Factor: distance education study programmes Relationship between the two Design Step 1: Identify personal attributes Step 2: Establis