This book is aimed at those who are considering, or just starting to plan open and distance learning courses. It offers practical advice on how to find your students, expand your audience and become cost-effective without compromising quality. The main areas covered are:basic principles and different approaches to ODLdifferent types of self-study materials, media, and student support from your institutionbuilding quality assurance into the development processWith a wide range of practical, tried-and-tested examples and case studies, the book provides a complete guide to setting up ODL courses.
