Evaluating the quality of distance learning.. The case of the seminar on methodologies for distance learning in the degree course for trainers at the University of Bologna. With closing reflections from Ira Vannini

Abstract

Beginning with the academic year 1999/2000, following the reorganisation of degree courses according to the decree 509/99. The Education Faculty at the university of Bologna instituted a new degree course in Training . The course combined theoretical lectures with seminars, workshops and practical experience. The seminar entitled “Methodologies for Distance Learning” was offered over a 5 year period ending in the 2006/7 academic year. It was considered important to evaluate this particular experience.