| Autor: |
ADEOYE, FEMI A., SALAWU, IBRAHIM O. |
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Indian Journal of Open Learning; Jan2010, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p33-42, 10p, 3 Charts |
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This study was designed to identify the reasons why learners opted for the distance learning degree of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and their perception of the programme. 1500 validated questionnaire were distributed to the first year 2008 Academic session students in Schools of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS), Business and Human Resources Management (SBHRM), Education (SE), Law (SL) and Science & Technology (SST) of NOUN and 1100 responses were received representing 647 males and 453 females. The results were analysed using factor analysis. The results show that most of the learners opted for the distance learning degree programme of NOUN because of the ease in securing admission, opportunity to pursue their studies and at the same time taking care of their family and have additional qualification to improve their career prospects. The results further show that the learners were satisfied with their chosen programme because of its high quality. The results of this study provide insights to the distance learning degree programme of NOUN, employers and academics on the importance of the reasons perceived important for chosen NOUN programme. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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