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Distance Education in China: Connecting Millions for Knowledge

Distance Education in China: Connecting Millions for Knowledge

Xiaobin Li
Copyright: © 2013 |Volume: 9 |Issue: 2 |Pages: 12
ISSN: 1550-1876|EISSN: 1550-1337|EISBN13: 9781466633094|DOI: 10.4018/jicte.2013040102
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Li, Xiaobin. "Distance Education in China: Connecting Millions for Knowledge." IJICTE vol.9, no.2 2013: pp.12-23. http://doi.org/10.4018/jicte.2013040102

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Li, X. (2013). Distance Education in China: Connecting Millions for Knowledge. International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education (IJICTE), 9(2), 12-23. http://doi.org/10.4018/jicte.2013040102

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Li, Xiaobin. "Distance Education in China: Connecting Millions for Knowledge," International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education (IJICTE) 9, no.2: 12-23. http://doi.org/10.4018/jicte.2013040102

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Abstract

Chinese education has a long history, and the Chinese higher education system is the largest in the world, but distance higher education in China started later than it did in developed countries. This article provides an overview of the recent distance higher education development in China. Specifically, the article discusses the positive impact distance higher education has had and the difficulties that have to be dealt with. The potential for further developing distance education is considered. In addition, challenges are discussed, and recommendations are made to improve distance education.

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