Maureen Tam

TL;DR: The first principle of constructivist design theory is constructivism, instructional design, and technology: implications for transforming distance education.

TL;DR: In this paper, the authors analyse ways of thinking about higher education and quality; consider their relevance to the measurement of performance of universities and colleges; and explore their implications for the selection of criteria, approaches and methods for the assurance of quality in higher education.

TL;DR: In this article, the complexities of student attrition in a distance education course were investigated and deep-seated factors involved in the attrition process were disclosed as the particular qualitative research process that was employed mapped student responses through the course of interviews.

TL;DR: The outcomes-based approach is completely student-centred, which focuses on what students know and can actually do as discussed by the authors, and Sharpening the focus onto student learning outcomes goes beyond mere tinkering with traditional structures and methods; it really constitutes a paradigm shift in educational philosophy and practice.

TL;DR: In this article, a conceptual view of quality is premised on the idea that institutions of higher education are founded on processes of causing growth and development of students in a holistic sense, incorporating not just intellectual growth, but social, emotional and cultural development as well.