Online & Distance Learning System
Online & Distance Learning System (ODL)
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The Online & Distance Learning (ODL) system is a unique and challenging mode of education offered at the university level. This system provides ample opportunities for those who desire to have University education at their place of work or residence. This method is popularly known as Online Distance Learning. It is perhaps the only way to meet the ever-increasing demand for Higher Education especially in a developing country like India. Online University Education programs are specially designed for:
- Candidates who discontinue their formal education owing to pecuniary or other circumstances.
- Candidates residing in geographically remote areas.
- Candidates who cannot get admission to a regular college/post-graduate department.
- Employed persons who cannot pursue their study as full-time candidates.
- Individuals who wish to pursue learning for knowledge’s sake.
- Candidates who wish to update knowledge and skills.
- Promoting and developing Online education in India.
- Relaxed entry regulations.
- Providing opportunities to study according to one’s own place and convenience.
- Flexibility in choosing the combination of courses from a wide range of disciplines. Providing opportunity to study from one’s own chosen place and pace.
The Online & Distance Learning (ODL) system is perhaps the only system that has been planned in such a way that it is able to cater to all those who desire to seek Higher Education in spite of the fact that they are in a disadvantageous position due to social, economic and such other reason. Online & distance learning should also be introduced to cater the increasing demand in higher education to the maximum extent.
Online & Distance Learning mode of Education is gaining wider acceptance due to the convenience and flexibility it offers to participating students. It is a mode of education designed for working professionals, regular students or for a housewife, who aspires to pursue higher studies but doesn’t have the facility or time to attend regular classes.
Students can study at their own pace, in their own space – home or office, morning, noon or night at an affordable cost.