DISTANCE LEARNING AS AN EFFECTIVE TOOL OF MANAGEMENT EDUCATION

Abstract

While writing the article the essence and features of distance learning as an effective tool for management education. Emphasis is placed on methods, forms and modes of distance learning. The basic principles, advantages and problems of distance learning are clarified. The purpose of the study is to analyze the main elements of distance learning as an effective tool for management education. A range of promising areas for the development of distance education in Ukraine has been identified. The essence of the category "distance learning" is considered and the main periods of its evolution are revealed. Alternative views of scientists on the essence of distance education and its components are revealed. Modern approaches to understanding the use of distance learning as a means of implementing the solution of a number of urgent teaching tasks, namely, improving the efficiency of students' learning activities, better organization of the educational process, use of information and communication technologies in organizing the educational process. The term "tutor" is highlighted, its role and significance in the process of distance learning are defined. The author's vision of the functions of the tutor, which are carried out in the operational management of independent learning activities of students, is outlined. The role of creating a system of high-quality training of management staff, open to the innovation space, adequate in the perception of the dynamics of events, ready to increase professionalism throughout life; able to form a management team and involve in effective joint cooperation to achieve strategic goals. Practical author's experience in the process of functioning of the institute of tutoring, which was introduced at the "KROK" University, is demonstrated. The peculiarities of synchronous and asynchronous modes of interaction between the subjects of distance learning are indicated; identified advantages and disadvantages of these modes. The understanding of introduction of modern technologies of distance learning, modern methods of organization of educational process is defined. The importance of distance learning competencies in the globalized world, which are a necessary condition for acquiring competitive knowledge, is substantiated. The conditions of wide introduction of distance learning in Ukraine and ways of popularization of distance education in all educational directions are covered.