Thread:Foundations of Distance Education Research (1)

Reserach is one of the most important tasks of the Universities. But unfortunately it takes back seat in our country.

I have recently conducted survey for my doctoral work. Some of the problems I encountered through this process.

1. Accurate Data is a MYTH:The enrollment data (for 25 years) is not consistent. From our University, I have gone through the four published books. Expect the starting year, no two works can be be compared. If I take again from the primary source, my work may be fifth dimension.

2. Administring questionnaire is a biggest challenge. Understanding questionnaire, filling it properly, why I should fill?, what is the benefit I am going to get?, after all, so many surveys conducted, I have given my opinions so many times, who are there to take your ideas? so and so forth....