distance learning

Meaning

This refers to a method of study where teachers and students do not meet in a physical classroom. Instead, instruction is delivered online, through mail, or via other digital media. It is a broader educational system or program type, whereas an 'online class' is a single course or lesson.

Examples

• Distance learning has made higher education accessible to people living in remote areas.

  Distance learning has made higher education accessible to people living in remote areas.

• The university offers several degree programs entirely through distance learning.

  The university offers several degree programs entirely through distance learning.

• While distance learning offers great flexibility, it requires a high level of self-motivation.

  While distance learning offers great flexibility, it requires a high level of self-motivation.

• Many institutions had to adopt distance learning models during the global pandemic.

  Many institutions had to adopt distance learning models during the global pandemic.

• She managed to complete her master's degree through distance learning while working full-time.

  She managed to complete her master's degree through distance learning while working full-time.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I am doing a distant learning course.

  ✓ I am doing a distance learning course.

  'Distance' is used as a noun adjunct here. 'Distant' is an adjective meaning far away in space or time, but the established academic term is 'distance learning'.

• ✗ Distance learning is very comfortable for me.

  ✓ Distance learning is very convenient for me.

  'Comfortable' refers to physical ease (like a soft sofa). 'Convenient' refers to fitting in well with your plans, schedule, or lifestyle.

Related Expressions

Practice

• Many working professionals choose ___ because they can study at their own pace.

  💡 A system of education where students study remotely.

  Show answer

  distance learning

• The school transitioned to ___ to ensure students could continue their education from home.

  💡 Education delivered without physical classroom attendance.

  Show answer

  distance learning