Distance Learning - Global Outlook

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1 Brochure More information from Distance Learning - Global Outlook Description: The global outlook series on Distance Learning provides statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an aerial view of the global distance learning industry, identifies major short to medium term market challenges, and growth drivers. Regional markets elaborated upon include the United States, France, Germany, The UK, Japan, China, and India among others. Market discussions in the report are punctuated with 23 fact-rich market data tables. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 226 companies worldwide. Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. For information on site licence pricing please click on Enquire before buying Contents: DISTANCE LEARNING A GLOBAL OUTLOOK, JANUARY 2012 CONTENTS 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 1 Significance of Distance Learning 1 Students Enrolling in Distance Learning Programs 1 Table 1: Global Distance Learning Market (2011): Percentage Breakdown of Distance Learning Students by Age Group - Under 30, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, and Others 2 Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning 2 Types of Learning Delivery Modes and Their Characteristics 2 Advantages of Overseas Distance Learning 3 Why e-learning? 3 Advantages of e-learning 4 Various Levels of e-learning 4 e-learning Vendors - An Overview 4 Content Providers 5 Service Providers 5 Technology Providers 5 m-learning: e-learning on the Move 6 Disadvantages of Online Distance Learning 6 Factors Restraining Growth of Online or e-learning Programs 7 Development of Effective Content Material 7 Availability of Hardware & Networking Infrastructure 7 Rapidly Changing Technological Environment 7 Absence of Skilled Trainers 7 2. DISTANCE LEARNING: ORGANIZATIONAL PERSPECTIVE 8 Distance Learning Courses: An Ideal Alternative for Companies and Executives 8 Distance Learning for Employee Training 8 Corporate e-learning Overview & Outlook 8 Table 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Corporate e-learning by Geographic Region - US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (Including Japan), and Rest of World Markets

2 Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 3: World 5-Year Perspective for Corporate e-learning by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (Including Japan), and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011 and Factors Driving Rapid Proliferation of Corporate e-learning 10 e-learning Bails Out Firms from Regulatory Training Hassles 11 e-learning Programs for Geographically Dispersed Workforce 11 Role of Distance Learning in Enhancing Company's Revenues 11 Distance Education in Fishery Industry 11 Distance Learning Model for Micro Finance Institutions - Implementation Challenges 12 Distance Learning in Hospitals Witnesses Growth 12 Online Nursing Degree DISTANCE LEARNING: A BROAD SPECTRUM 14 Distance Education: An Affordable Option 14 Recession: A Blessing in Disguise for Online Distance Learning? 14 Globalization Fuels e-learning 15 e-learning in Higher Education: Impact on Economy 15 Present Scenario 15 Establishing a Distance Learning Program 16 Virtual Classrooms Gaining Popularity 17 Educational Advantages Offered by Distance Learning Colleges 18 Growing Prominence of Distance and Open Universities 18 Distance Learning - Increasing Popularity Among Professionals and Students 18 Traditional Universities Find a Leading Contender in Distance Education 19 Distance Education Promises Greener and Better Earth 19 Enhanced Focus on Learner-Centered Philosophy 19 Distance Learning Adopting New Technologies 20 Impact of Information and Communication Technologies on Learning 20 Online Distance Education Offers Hope for the Deprived Lot 20 e-learning: Growth and Outlook 21 Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for e-learning by Geographic Region - US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (Including Japan), and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 5: World 5-Year Perspective for e-learning by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Europe, Asia-Pacific (Including Japan), and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011 and Trends in e-learning Market 23 Online Education Rides High 24 Traditional Institutions Jumping the Online Education Bandwagon 25 Online Education Finds Reliable Patron in Self-Motivated Individuals 25 Diversification of Higher and Distance Education Providers 26 Outsourcing - A Relatively New Phenomenon 26 Why Does it Pay to Outsource? 26 Cost Savings - Primary Driving Factor 26 A Need to Work with Specialist Vendors 27 Outsourcing Models - An Overview 27 Single-Step Outsource Model 27 Dual-Shore Development Model 27 Totally Outsourced Model 27 Benefits of Hosted or Outsourced e-learning Services 27 Advanced Technologies Cast an Indelible Mark on Online Education 28

3 Artificial Intelligence Powers e-learning 28 Open Source LMS - An Alternative to Commercial LMS 28 Edutainment Blends Learning with Entertainment 29 Technology Factor - A Crucial Input 29 Technology May be the Fad but Content is King 29 Scenario-based e-learning - A Preferred Tool for Real-Life Situation Training 30 Online Education Expands to Cover New Segments and Study Areas 30 K-12 Online Education Industry Witnessing Growth 31 Online Education Emerges as an Effective Tool for Teacher Training 31 MBA Programs Lead Online Degrees from the Front 32 Tailored t-learning Catches On in Distance Education 32 Distance Education and Library Services 32 Educational Social Software in Online and Distance Education 33 Poor Focus on Strategy Responsible for Failure of e-learning Programs 34 Vendor-Developer Partnerships Pose Major Challenge 34 Integrating Diverse Standards - A Herculean Task for the Industry COMPETITIVE SCENARIO 35 A Highly Competitive Marketplace 35 e-learning Market 35 Consolidation: Key to Survival 35 Table 6: Leading Vendors in the Global Learning Management Systems Market (2009): Revenues in (US$ Million) for Saba, Meridian Knowledge Solutions, Element K, NetDimensions, and IMC 35 Review of Select Players 36 SkillSoft Plc 36 SumTotal Systems, Inc. 36 ThirdForce 36 Cengage Learning 36 Key Websites Providing Distance Medical Learning 37 Medscape 37 CMESearch.com/HealthStream.com 37 CyberUniversity.com 37 Cyberounds.com PRODUCT OVERVIEW 38 Distance Learning: An Insight 38 Online Distance Learning or e-learning 38 Classification 39 Components of e-learning Solution 39 An e-learning solution comprises of - 39 Personalization in Online Learning 40 Mobile e-learning: An Introduction 40 Limitations of m-learning 41 Technologies Utilized in Distance Learning 41 Synchronous Technology 41 Asynchronous Technology 41 History and Development PRODUCT LAUNCHES MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS 101 A REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE THE UNITED STATES 151

4 Recession and e-learning Market 151 Review of Online Learning Industry 151 Funding for Web-based and Satellite Distance Learning Systems 152 Distance Learning to Supplement K-12 Classrooms 152 Distance Learning Enhances Accountability of Offered Programs 153 Distance Education Programs Offered 153 Online Bachelor Degree Program 153 Distance learning Master Degree Programs 153 Universities Offering Post Graduate Courses in Distance Education 154 Online Learning Forges Ahead in Majority of States 154 Online Enrollment Registers Growth 156 Table 7: Student Enrollment in the US for Online Learning: Upsurge in Blended Online Courses 157 Online Courses Offer Much Needed Flexibility to Busy Women 157 New Software and Increased Internet Connectivity Takes Music Education Online 157 Corporate e-learning 158 Dominates Overall e-learning Market 158 Reduced Technological Barriers 158 Major Factors Fuelling the Growth of Corporate & Government e-learning 159 Table 8: US e-learning Market: Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 9: US Corporate e-learning Market: Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Branding: A Leveraging Factor 160 Customized e-learning: A Growing Fad 160 Concerns Associated with Online Learning 161 Online Education: Requirements for a Smooth Ride 161 Legislations Seek to Validate Online Education 161 Adult Distance Learning Scenario in California 162 Mentors Job 162 Instructional Format 162 Refund EUROPE 163 An Open Market for Education 163 Overview of the e-learning Industry 163 Small & Medium Sized Businesses - The Weakest Link 163 Partnerships on the Rise 164 Outsourcing Gains Momentum 164 Market Analytics 165 Table 10: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for e-learning by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 11: European 5-Year Perspective for e-learning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011 and Table 12: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Corporate e-learning Market by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 13: European 5-Year Perspective for Corporate e-learning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown

5 of Dollar Revenues for France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011 and a. FRANCE 169 An Overview 169 Universities in Pressing Need to Keep Abreast with ICT 169 2b. GERMANY 170 2c. THE UNITED KINGDOM 171 Recession and e-learning Market 171 Trends in e-learning Market 171 Blended Learning Programs On the Rise ASIA-PACIFIC 173 e-learning Industry 173 Relatively Late Entrants with Better Access to Emerging Technologies 173 Diverse Languages - An Obstacle to e-learning Adoption 173 Proliferation of Digital Devices Holds Potential for m- Learning Solutions 173 Market Drivers 174 Market Restraints 174 Market Analytics 175 Table 14: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for e-learning by Geographic Region - Japan, China, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 15: Asia-Pacific 5-Year Perspective for e-learning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Japan, China, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011 and Table 16: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Corporate e-learning Market by Geographic Region Japan, China, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Table 17: Asia-Pacific 5-Year Perspective for Corporate e-learning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Japan, China, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011 and a. JAPAN 179 e-learning Market: An Overview 179 Table 18: e-learning Market in Japan: Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Corporate e-learning Market Holds Promise 180 Table 19: Corporate e-learning Market in Japan: Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2010 through Non-IT Enterprises Jump into the Arena 181 3b. CHINA 182 An Overview of the e-learning Market 182 e-learning in Education Sector 182 3c. INDIA 183 Overview 183 Significance of Open and Distance Learning 183 Institutes Providing Distance Learning Courses 183

6 e-learning Market - Opportunities Galore 184 Recession: A Blessing for Indian e-learning Firms 184 e-learning Outsourcing On the Rise 184 Online Tutoring to Witness Substantial Growth 185 m-learning: An Overview 186 Role in the Education Sector 186 e-learning and m-learning: A Comparison 186 Drawbacks of Distance Education 186 3d. SOUTH KOREA 187 Online Learning On the Rise 187 Table 20: e-learning Market in Korea ( ): Individual's e-learning Revenues in Won Billion 187 Table 21: e-learning Market in Korea (2011): Percentage Breakdown of Individual's e-learning Demand by Age Group 187 Mobile e-learning 188 3e. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC 189 3ea. AUSTRALIA 189 Online Transnational Higher Education Finds Few Takers 189 e-learning Overview 189 Trends in e-learning 190 3eb. MALAYSIA 191 Government Encourages e-learning 191 e-learning Overview 191 Government e-learning Initiatives 192 Contribution of the Private Sector 193 Review of Select Initiatives 193 Smart Utusan Education Portal 193 In.trique Learning Module 194 Edubestari.com 194 World Ahead Initiative of Intel 194 Challenges and Issues 194 3ec. THAILAND 195 e-learning in Government Sector 195 Government Initiatives for e-learning REST OF WORLD 196 4a. AFRICA 196 Distance Learning to Witness Phenomenal Growth 196 Online Distance Learning Promises to Alleviate Endemic African Poverty 196 Online Learning Grapples with Various Issues Despite Remarkable Growth 197 Lack of Legitimacy and Political Support 197 Policy Issues 197 Insufficient Capacity 197 Sustainability 198 4b. EGYPT 199 Academics and Universities Differ Widely on e-learning 199 4c. SOUTH AFRICA 200 Universities to Join the League of Their Counterparts in Developed Nations LATIN AMERICA 201

7 5a. BRAZIL 201 Table 22: Distance Learning Market in Brazil (A Historic Perspective): Number of Students Enrolled and Accredited Institutions for Years 2006 & Table 23: Distance Learning Market in Brazil (A Historic Perspective): Post-secondary Distance Learning Enrollments for Years 2005 & GLOBAL DIRECTORY Ordering: Order Online - Order by Fax - using the form below Order by Post - print the order form below and send to Research and Markets, Guinness Centre, Taylors Lane, Dublin 8, Ireland.

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