Problem Solving, Analyzing & Decision Making

1.1 Recognize problems.

1.2 Define the aspects of problems.

1.4 Find and access information.

1.5 Evaluate the relevance of information for a given situation.

1.6 Compare alternatives.

1.7 Make reasoned arguments leading to rational solutions.

1.8 Justify these solutions.

1.9 Present them to others.

1.10 Recognize the wider implications of specific knowledge

1.11 Adapt solutions to suit varied situations.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

4.1 Write clearly and in a style appropriate to purpose

Research

5.1 Frame research questions.

5.2 Apply theoretical considerations to proposed research.

5.5 Formulate questions and reasoned arguments, learning to rational conclusions.

5.6 Summarize and sythesize information with a view to pursuing deeper understanding.

5.7 Effectively communicate information, arguments, and analyses in the discipline of distance education, in a variety of forms, to suit different contexts and audiences.

5.8 Critically analyze the issues and discuss the wider implications affecting the use of information. Conduct effective interviews for research purposes.

Management Organization & Leadership

6.1 Analyze the current and future climate of the distance education and distance learning industry, and formulate strategies to respond to that climate.

6.2 Describe the business and administrative functions in distance education organizations and discuss how business decisions affect financial and non-financial work results.

6.3 Make recommendations regarding the selection of learning technologies and assure that these selections meet organizational needs.

6.4 Outline the relative costs of appropriate technology-based communications methods in distance education and assure that the organization is receiving a good return on investment.

6.5 Manage workload, other commitments, and information needs within time and structural constraints (in both personal and team management situations).