Defining and Measuring Quality in Online Discussions

June 10, 2004

With the rapid evolution of communication technologies, distance education is becoming more prevalent in postsecondary settings. According to the U.S. Department of Education (2003), 89% of public, four-year institutions offered distance education courses during the 2000–2001 academic year. Of those offering distance education courses, 90% offered Internet courses.

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