Public Policy on Distance Learning in Higher Education: California State and Western Governors Association Initiatives

Creator

Gary A. Berg

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Publisher

Arizona State University, University of South Florida

Publication Date

June 1998

Abstract

The Western Governors University (WGU) and the California Virtual University (CVU) are revealing examples of the complex issues involved in implementing distance learning on the public policy level. Although technology is certainly important, it has masked the fact that the WGU and CVU initiatives mark the rise of learner-centered higher education and the increased role of business in the academy. In comparing and contrasting WGU and CVU, it is clear that the WGU is a more radical proposition because of competency-based credit and the connection with private industry. ...

Extent

15

Volume

6

Issue

11

Language

English

Media Type

Journals (Periodicals)

Format

Digital Only

Identifier

E11-00102

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Recommended Citation

Berg, Gary A., "Public Policy on Distance Learning in Higher Education: California State and Western Governors Association Initiatives" (1998). Education Policy Analysis Archives (EPAA). 335.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/usf_EPAA/335