Distance learning organization at Vilnius Gediminas Technical university (Lithuania)

Abstract

Development of information society is transforming science and study process. Probably the greatest advantages of electronic studies are related to the distance studies organization method, which is constantly becoming more popular due to its flexibility, possibility to study at a convenient time and place. However, variety of tools, used in distance studies, does not determine effective study process itself. It is necessary to have capability to select suitable instruments for the organization of distance studies, assess possibilities of their use, to be aware of alternative tools, have a clear structural organization scheme of distance studies, and answer series of related questions. The authors of the article are involved in distance studies organization process at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. In this paper is presented distance study process organization model developed according last several years practical experience.