In the early days, the distance learning (DL) process, which started with writing, has become quite common with applications from radio, television, computer and mobile devices until today. At the same time, distance learning is a teaching process starting from childhood and where people of all ages can receive education. Therefore, the number of people receiving education by distance learning method has increased considerably. Both in Turkey and globally, particularly in undergraduate and graduate levels, distance learning is widely used. In this study, distance learning structure of Kirikkale University, which provides distance learning services at associate and undergraduate level, has been examined. At Kirikkale University, where the distance learning software is developed by its own staff, students are provided with written, audio and visual educational materials. Thanks to the weekly managed virtual classrooms, a strong communication between instructors and students, such as face-to-face education model, is ensured. Mid-term exams are conducted online, and final exams are conducted under the supervision of the instructor at the school. Online exams are made available through a module within the Learning Management System (LMS). Likewise, the forum and chat modules are integrated into the LMS, where the students can communicate with each other and with the instructors, students can find solutions to their problems easily. Kirikkale University provided an opportunity for people who could not receive formal education. The use of distance learning in the university has led to the introduction of a large number of distance learning materials and technologies and also has led to an increase in the level of formal education.
Distance Learning, Learning Management System, Virtual Classroom, Formal Education.
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